Removing and Installing Motorcycle Engines - Tools and Tips!

I do a lot of engine work and what that means, is that I'm constantly pulling engines out of, and putting engines back into all these bikes!
Here are a few of the main tools I use in my shop that make doing this job by yourself much easier. Removing a motorcycle engine isn't necessarily difficult but engines are heavy and awkward, so making your life and job easier is always a good thing.
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And thank you for watching :)

[@chad3779]

Blew the head gasket out on my 85 V65 Honda Saber. These tips will probably save me some headaches. Wish me luck. I really hope I get it fixed right. Love that thing.

[@tylersmith799]

I'm putting engine in a 1996 Suzuki bandit gsf600 and a 1985 Yamaha maxim xj700. I removed both motors by myself with 3 cinder blocks and and basic hand tools and a car floor jack lol. I removed the engines fairly easy.installing both new engines is making me a little nervous lol. Hope it's not too much harder than removing them

[@armandcolton4565]

How did the installing go on your 96 bandit? I have a 01 bandit 600 and i put a engine in and last week was my first time cranking it and it fired right up. Now I’m in the process of ordering and putting the last few things into place so I can ride legally lol

[@Znation437]

hope those installs went well

[@PNWFreeRoam]

Can I just come shadow and work for you! You're so great at teaching!

[@MotoMedic]

Thanks for the compliment That's pretty cool.

[@neoseekerjason5827]

That's a no

[@gelbertocoloma3527]

Honda shadow 750cc swap w 1800 honda engine?

[@chuckspeer2163]

Good tips thanks

[@MotoMedic]

Thanks for the comment. :)

[@thinkdunson]

i've just recently installed my own chain and tires for the first time, so i'm feeling all super manly and everything, but if you have any more tips i'd certainly appreciate it. i really would have liked to see you install the engine. i'm about to install one myself in a 2018 Kawa Z900. do you think that's something a newb like me should attempt?

[@MotoMedic]

You've watched this video so you know it's going to take some specific tools or at the very least a buddy with some muscle. If you haven't already, find the service manual for your bike before starting and read the section in engine installation first to make sure you know what you're getting into. It's not hard, it's just complicated if you've never done it. But if you have common sense and a decent grasp of basic mechanics, popping an engine into a bike really isn't that hard. :) I think you can do it! But maybe make use of a friend who might have more knowledge if you're just not sure. If you have questions please ask! I'd be happy to help if I can!

[@Gizaalkemy]

Hello, I have to replace the engine to my 2008 VTX 1800T. Do you think the set up you have would work for this motorcycle engine? Larry Shea has a youtube video using two "poles"(?) [I don't know the technical name] to remove the 300+lbs engine. Also, can you give me an estimate as to how much I'm looking to spend on specifically engine removing tools? Thank you so much!

[@MotoMedic]

Absolutely. The lift I'm using in the video is made to lift the entire motorcycle. It can hold over 1000 pounds.

[@fenderstrat6519]

I have a vstar 1100. I want to put something with over 100 hp on it.what would be the best engine to do that with?

[@MotoMedic]

Sell it and buy something newer is going to be the easiest and cheapest way.

[@akulmonkel469]

I have a hitong LV250 2006 i can upgrade the motor or change it to a more popular brand??, i hear that chinesse motorcycle is hard to find motor parts, what recommend for me, thanks

[@andy60460]

Do you have to reset the ecu or anything like that? trying to to get a 2012 into a 2009, cheers mate

[@MotoMedic]

No. But make sure if you're swapping different years into different bikes that they are 100% compatible. Sometimes even a couple of years can mean completely different ECU. Make sure they are the exact same to insure it'll be plug and play.

[@serithin4703]

Good stuff brother.

[@Tomasthe1st]

I just got an engine swap yesterday and I took my bike home (2013 zx6r 636). However, the throttle and engine braking feels much more rougher like more violent than before. It's not smooth like before. Is that normal? Will it smooth out later on its own? The new swap engine had less than 2,500 miles on it.

[@MotoMedic]

Hard to say. I'd ask the mechanic who did the swap about it.

[@Tomasthe1st]

@MotoMedic I asked him and he said it might be the throttle cable may need adjustment.

[@tylersmith799]

Have you done a Yamaha maxim or a Suzuki bandit before?

[@synqelectric6163]

Another question. How easy is it to replace engines for Chinese bikes since most of them share similar bodies and chassis?

[@MotoMedic]

Probably similar to most modern bikes. Relatively easy 👍

[@kendtchileninjah5905]

Anything on an 05 vlx 600 hardtail? There’s a bracket piece that bolts to the rear cylinder and I’m stuck not sure if I should bolt it to the engine first

[@MotoMedic]

That's a good question... Haven't had to pull that engine before. But generally... You will want to make sure the engine is sitting on something then just disconnect anything holding it in place.

[@edwardgolonka-jd4sc]

Hi what can u expect to pay a mechanic 2005 Suzuki v Strom DL 1000?

[@MotoMedic]

Depends on the shop and the work it needs.

[@hughwatkin2667]

Can anyone recommend a video on how to remove an XV250 engine step by step?

[@MotoMedic]

I found the service manual with a 5 second Google search. XV250 Service Manual - virago250street virago250street.files.wordpress.com/2013/10/yamaha_xv250_service_manual-lit-11616-xv-25-1994-291-pgs.pdf

[@stephenrigdon2540]

Is it possible to put a Honda shadow ace 750 motor and back wheel into a 2006 Suzuki boulevard c50 ?

[@MotoMedic]

My first answer would be no. But that doesn't mean it's impossible. But most people aren't going to go through that much work for that little of a chance.

[@synqelectric6163]

Is it possible to change the engine of a Tarogp 250 and replace it with that of a 400cc? Or Lexmoto 125 to Lexmoto 400?

[@MotoMedic]

Being that those are Chinese I really wouldn't know. My immediate guess would be no... But that doesn't mean a lot since I don't know the specs of these bikes. Bottom line is.... If the engine blocks are the same, but stroke and bore are different, making the displacement more, then possibly. But not without complete wiring harness and ecu.

[@dipeshgiri4211]

I really want to understand the electric and pipe connection I am a student and wanna make a buggy out of old bike so can you help me with that..

[@MotoMedic]

I thought I'd replied to this comment already. I don't see every one of the comments when they come in. Sorry! Feel free to email me directly with any questions. [e-mail]

[@sodogod7140]

Thinking about changing my 100cc engine to 200. Got any tips or regards?

[@MotoMedic]

Yeah... Sell the 100 and buy a new 200. Dafuq are you trolling me for? Let's ask better questions 😂😂

[@CortinasAndClassics]

I tried to get the engine back in my bike yesterday and failed miserably.

[@MotoMedic]

Just means you have another shot to get it right!

[@handymadandyddd1900]

Hi I have a 50cc supermoto should I fit a 125?

[@MotoMedic]

Just get a bigger bike. Usually easier

[@LittleHuckabee]

Am I able to swap my suzuki intruder engine for an indian chieftain engine

[@MotoMedic]

I am going to say no. Not with a lot of modification.

[@LittleHuckabee]

@@MotoMedic Any better engines That you would recommend

[@MotoMedic]

@@LittleHuckabee swapping an engine with a totally different brand is not something that is ever easily done. It's far more than just swapping the engine. You're also swapping the ECU and wiring harness. Then there's the challenge of figuring out how to get the stuff for a different bike/engine to fit and nicely rout all of the wires. If you want a different engine, the easiest way to change that is to sell your bike and buy a different one. There is no easy way to do it. Not without A LOT of modification.

[@LittleHuckabee]

@@MotoMedic gotcha. Any website that has aftermarket carbs and other parts you recommend

[@enriquecastillo7487]

Thnx

[@garygarbutt3006]

Have you ever done it on a 2004 zx6r?

[@MotoMedic]

Yeah... Video on my channel of dropping a B Model 2003/04 engine. Go into my videos and you'll find it. Also did teardown video of the engine.

[@joshffa3855]

Trying to do a 125 to 300 engine swap😂

[@MotoMedic]

good luck with that.....

[@fd3able]

are you still in spokane?

[@MotoMedic]

Yes.. And I will be for the foreseeable future

[@MotoMedic]

Update.... I'll be starting back up this summer and based from my house in CDA 👍

[@_Marthinzen]

That man voice is younger than his face?

[@MotoMedic]

I know right? Trust me.... I look younger now that I've shaved off most of the facial hair. 😊 Definitely 47 years old though

[@eldiabllo1989]

.....no actual information ...

[@MotoMedic]

Anything specific you were searching for? This video was not giving specifics. Simply a few tricks for general engine removals. If you have a more direct question about something you're more than welcome to ask.

[@MrSkyliner84]

@@MotoMedic I wanted to see you wrestle it in on your own I've left very disappointed!

[@MotoMedic]

@@MrSkyliner84 well when you own a business and have paying customers wanting their bikes, sometimes making videos for free content for folks like yourself to watch is not as important. Sorry to disappoint but I have bills too!

[@MrSkyliner84]

@@MotoMedic well yours was the best I could find, your trolley thing did inspire me and I made an engine holder out of some 2x4 and MDF to provide a platform for the engine to sit on top of my car Jack, managed to get the engine back in on my own last night 😬

[@MotoMedic]

@@MrSkyliner84 that's the way it's done! 👍👍👍 Good job!