Repairing a Honda CBR250R With a Wrecked Engine

[@deviatefishy]

I know it's been 5 years, but I would love it if you did more videos like this.

[@Eubeenhadd]

You should make more of these, I enjoyed it.

[@AriH211]

I've got a ravaged Zuma scooter that needs, well, pretty much everything. That's next.

[@TRex-hc4pj]

Great video. Can you make more??

[@imfaith99]

Me too

[@mikaels-p6765]

@@AriH211 one year ago now

[@raymondjohnmachad8815]

@@AriH211 hi brother I loved your every mc garage videos

[@bryanrosiles899]

Ari, Just wanted to say because of this video, you inspired me to fix my 2015 CBR-300R. Long story short, my piston rings were shot, so I rebuilt part of the engine with no prior mechanical experience. Now, I feel like I can fix anything. Again, thanks for the inspiration!

[@busboy3232]

That was a Honda recall..Did the dealership not give you any support?

[@Andring0]

That was really satisfying seeing an engine being completely disassembled and put correctly back together. Even makes me appreciate my cbr250r more. Fantastic vid, Ari!

[@GeneWeingarten1]

I have a cbr250r also. I overheated the engine so i ordered another one online and put it in myself...when it started up...i balled like a baby! Its good to see others enjoy this bike also.

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

yeah it's a good bike

[@jellebel222]

Hey after this video i bought myself an old xj600 that was not running. Took it all apart and cleaned all the parts. Its was so much fun and now i can make someone happy with it and make a buck on the side. Thanks for your video's really enjoi them👍

[@AriH211]

Wow, that's great to hear! So rad that this helped motivate you to tear into your own project.

[@HeroRR]

Great video! Thanks for sharing! :-) P.S Thanks for doing the test ride at the end, so we can share in the satisfaction of a job well done!

[@johnpelham4292]

Please make this channel a thing! love the content you produce on and off MC garage, I would definitely pay attention if you started to document some more of your racing/bike building, and I'm sure others would too. Thanks!

[@AriH211]

Good feedback, thanks John. I'll try to roll the camera more often, but it's pretty distracting and time consuming...

[@michaelluder3193]

A million thanks to you. My 2016 KTM Duke 390 was poorly and just suddenly became difficult to start . Then, it dropped a valve or something similar resulting in a wrecked head , piston etc. I sourced the parts mainly from India . It was setting the valve timing that freaked me but after watching your detailed video of how to set the timing on a KTM RC 390 , I got inspired. Rebuild was completed last week with the help of a talented Philippine mechanic ( first time for us both to tear down a KTM ) Thanks again for your inspirational videos.

[@juliuscaruncho6107]

hi Ari.. I'm a fan from philippines and been watching all your videos in MC garage for a year now. before I always bring my bike to a bike shop. Now I decided to study it and do it my self.. because of your tutorials I learned a lot, and now I'm doing everything to my self except for Motorcycle wiring.. Can you please make a tutorial for this. I love the way you deliver your knowledge, It's so easy to understand,... Thank you so much and ride safe always..:)

[@AriH211]

That's tremendous feedback, thanks Julius! I'm glad my work has helped you become more self sufficient.

[@chrismueller1655]

In case anyone is wondering where you get those little plastic ziploc bags, they're called jewelry bags, and you can find them in most big stores in the craft/art supply section. They're also ridiculously cheap, you can get a pack of 100 for a couple dollars.

[@AriH211]

Yup, I sometimes buy in bulk, but mostly I just reuse bags I get in the mail. Plus my wife and coworkers know I love bags so they're always saving them for me. #reuse

[@abelbabel8484]

Same here, I got a nice collection of bags of all sizes. I keep them in bags.

[@alwyzsumthin]

What type of sealant did you use on the gaskets ?

[@palmcoastadventures6613]

Cant you just use the sandwich bags from the local dollar tree? They are too big but would work just fine

[@DarkAristocrat]

Nothing is more satisfying than a bike finally starting after a rebuild

[@allanweseman5433]

Good to watch your CBR video. I just happened to have bought TWO 2012 CBR 250's this past month. My first one is red/silver and had set unmoved for 5 1/2 years. I got it running with cleaned fuel system and it also needed a chain and rear master cylinder. It runs beautiful and has just 6,408 miles on it. This one I paid $400. for. The bad news is the promised title may not be available anytime soon. Looking for an option on the internet I found another CBR in a red/white/and blue format in beautiful condition that has a rod knock for $500.. Later I will investigate why. Tomorrow morning the engine will come out of the red bike into my red,white, and blue Captain America CBR. I am a 75 year old retired auto mechanic whose only claim to fame is I won the National Alfa Romeo Mechanic's Championship in 1986. I really wanted to make the red/silver one into the best bike as I also own it's "Big Brother" a 2010 VFR1200f in the same color scheme. I have the perfect working environment for these builds in a large mobile home on my new property where my other 3 bikes are stored. Wish me luck! I, like you, enjoy making things because as mechanics we LOVED what we do.

[@AriH211]

Wow, two CBRs for under $1000?!? That's a great deal. Have fun fixing them up.

[@allanweseman5433]

Today I made great progress, taking the engine out of the red one and almost completely installing it in the red, white, and blue one in 9 hours. I have to install the front fairing pieces. The "donor" engine had just 6,408 miles on it. I did check valve clearances while it was out as it is so much easier. The red, white, and blue one just had new tires and a lithium battery. Remounting that engine is a pain doing it all alone. I sure learned where everything is and I do have a factory manual @@AriH211

[@zuanymalone]

"You can take Ari out of MC Garage, but you can't take MC Garage out of Ari"

[@user-jt6nw6wm5q]

i read this at the same time as he said it haha crazy

[@karlradaza1260]

this is an awesome restoration!! cbr250 just lookin like a 150, but was amazed to see they differ in chassis.. had to swap my 150 with a scooter because my wife would have a hard time riding the cbr and a scooter is much more convenient with everything.. if one day i could get one again, id never hesitate to have me a cbr again, even if its a 150 still.. awesome piece of bike!! really enjoyed this Ari! thanks man!

[@lot2196]

Great video. You make it look easy. I decided I'm not going to pay places to put new tires on my bikes anymore. I bought new tires, a tire changing stand with bead breaker and a set of tire irons and stuff. Going to give it a go in a few weeks when the weather warms up here in Ohio. I will be replacing tires on a 2013 Honda CBR 250R and a 2006 BMW F650 GS. Wish me luck!!

[@alzeal]

Awesome video. I acquired an 05 cbr600rr with a connecting rod sticking out of the engine case for like $500. I got a donor block for $100 bucks with a bad head. Switched over original head and whatever parts were better, valeve job, new clutch and now I have an awesome bike for cheap haha. You’re right there is nothing like hearing that initial start up. Best feeling in the world.

[@dickflinghammer7643]

Self disassembling motor. 😁 I love the fact you like small displacement track riding. I'm 52 now and I'm feeling 25 and haven't slowed down other than realizing my mortality and I like that I can flog away at 11k and and not feel like I am going to die at 180 mph. Way cheaper all the way around. Most fun class to race or track. You have new subscriber.

[@crabhab]

Great video Ari! I just helped my son pick up a 2012 CBR250R for his first bike, he loves it. He was riding my 2004 CB250 Nighthawk. The CBR feels like a spaceship compared to the Nighthawk.

[@AriH211]

That's great to hear! That CB engine is bulletproof, but doesn't make much power. Neither does the CBR, but it's all relative.

[@kieranhilditch5828]

Hes cheating, you can clearly see his dog in the bottom left at 5:55 telling him which parts he needs

[@justgator3915]

Dog is a paid actor. It's all fake.

[@dk4life100]

😂😂😂😂😭😭

[@parwinder1512]

😹

[@mdtaushifahmed7262]

You are the only reason i watch mc garage videos even after its 7 years old , man love your videos , continue and we will support you... Love from india .

[@ananthamurthy1221]

Please do more of these...we are missing you from MC Garage

[@minigpracing3068]

I like that you showed a few shots with the factory service manual, an important tool to have. I've only forgotten the plug wire more times than I care to say.

[@NateTheGarbage]

Ari needs to post home videos again, because this is a gem

[@EBthere]

Old video but still way cool!! Small displacement engines are awesome. Lots of respect for Ari Henning.

[@ianfluker1738]

Thank you for the video, I had no real idea how complex a modern motorcycle has become.

[@johnnewton1540]

Thanks Ari, more please. Its great to see what you do in your "spare time". Obviously passionate about small motors. Well done mate.

[@indigo196799]

Wow! Impressed and congratulations! I would probably have done a boat anchor with such damaged engine!

[@ImLeuff]

I don't yet have a motorcycle nor a car. But this is how I want it to be some day. Buy a 90s motorcycle that I will get to know inside and out, fix and fiddle on myself, both learning how to ride and how to keep it in good shape myself. I think it's a great skill to have. The video is great, thanks for making it (it's extra effort you didn't have to put in but you did for us), and I hope you make more videos on your own! Cheers Ari!

[@abelbabel8484]

Hey man, I don't know you or where you're from, but I had the same dream - got myself a 600er GSX-R from 2000 for very little money (under 2000€) a year ago, been learning ever since, all the things you said. It's so worth it.

[@felixraj973]

So satisfying to watch, I always wanted to open up a smaller CC bike but I don't have the confidence. When you were putting in some parts of engine, even you had to refer to the manual.

[@AriH211]

Buy something that's already broken and you won't be able to make it any worse! I started on lawnmowers as a kid because I could get them at the dump for free. And yes, even after all the CBRs I've rebuilt (there have been a lot!) I still need to reference the shop manual for order of operations, torque specs, etc.

[@AirsoftCityValencia]

I would have left that plug out on purpose so that I could get the oil up in the engine and through out before starting it with such a rebuilt. I can imagine you gave the engine a spin before trying to crank it. Great video. I hope to see you guys (Zack as well) back on the motorcycle channels and platforms.

[@AriH211]

Yup that's a good option. I assemble with a very viscous, zinc-rich lube that provides good protection at startup. Zack and I are still cranking out content, it's just on the Motor Trend platform now. Our main show, Throttle Out, is bigger and longer than what we were doing on YT, and we've still got a Garage and Commute show. You can check out the platform at motortrend.com/moto.

[@logotrikes]

Much thanks, short but instructive video. Love the ride footage at the end. Want one of these, wife won't play. At 72 she thinks I'm too old. Bah humbug....

[@trebor.t4293]

Its been a while since I have watched your last video for MC Garage. And now I know where to look for your new videos.. More videos Ari .💪💪

[@AriH211]

Heya Robert, I posted this video well over a year ago! Haven't up anything else since then, so this probably isn't a great place to get fresh content. Check out motortrend.com/moto for our new series, Throttle Out, as well as Throttle Out Garage and Throttle Out Commute. Ride safe!

[@TheJessefuji]

Ari , come on back. Ive watched just about every video of yours out there. Need more content and you're by far the best in the business! Maybe a cross over with Aaron Colton?

[@havoc010101]

Ari, great video. You definitely should do more videos like these. Like to see what type of work goes into rebuilding a motorcycle engine. Really satisfying to take something that does not work and get it running again. Keep the content coming!

[@kx519]

You could have a heck of a channel. Garage stuff, bike builds, track days...

[@joecrennan2061]

Best of your videos, Ari. Almost as good as watching F1 GP on Sunday (Silverstone, 2018)

[@Para-ni5lx]

Yes very entertaining. Worth watching. Never cease to amaze Mr Ari. Thanks for sharing

[@albertusthiart9625]

Hey bro. I enjoyed your video. Just thought I'd say my 2012 cbr250r has a litle over 95000 km on it. Never opened up the motor. Have it for a litle over 8 years now.

[@johngallagher8626]

The fasteners you refer to as "bolts" are correctly called "screws". A bolt is used with a nut, and can have any of the common head types, socket, hex, torx, etc. Using the term "fastener" is usually appropriate. I worked as a mechanic many years and learned correct nomenclature only when becoming a mechanical design engineer. Do some research if you have questions!

[@syafiqzzainal6205]

I love the vid. I know it 4 years old vid. But this old cbr engine has really good base for tuning

[@shazwanmanjung]

Your hands are truly gifted for these thing ari💪🏻

[@The.Accountant.11]

This what I call pure passion for motorcycles!

[@nomadtrails]

Hi Ari, not sure if there is a conflict between you publishing videos here on your own channel vs your other channels, but I think it would be super awesome if you made some voiceover videos of some of your races on the cbr, rc390, and/or r3. What's going on in your mind, when do you have the confidence to pass, when do you back off? Where do you do well, where can you improve? That sort of insight would be epic! Cheers, you're a hero.

[@raymondjohnmachad8815]

Ari Henning you're great at this stuff . I just want to be like you

[@techo61]

You've got me Ari, your hobby is the same as mine though while your bikes are from a 'newer' generation, so are you. Now a days 'work' is done, I must tend to my 12 bikes in my shop. Cheers from Sydney mate

[@chris21791]

I have the exact same bike with the stock motor at 6,000miles and no problems yet. 🙌

[@R.A.T.S._Maverick]

dude , huge fan , just came across this . love to see more of you building stuff . EPIC watch

[@AriH211]

Glad you liked it. I figured there'd be some entertainment/educational value in it. If nothing else it's a good video to send to the guy I sold the bike to.

[@R.A.T.S._Maverick]

i picked up that you build race engines , and that you do alot of work in your spare time , be really cool if you could do videos on them 2 ! ..... not that your busy enough haha . great watch look forward to whatever come up next or on MC garage / 2 wheels

[@DarkIzo]

0:42 *doug-demuro-start-climbing-into-backseat music starts playing*

[@skytrain47]

took apart my fairings today and when I put them back together I had some extra screws.... should have watched this video earlier and used the bags tip!

[@findtherightbeat]

Ari, hope you can make more videos -- I initially watched your RC390 walkaround video and KZbin suggested your channel!

[@adrianchiew2288]

been a fan still a fan till now... awesome work

[@afletra]

it's very satisfying to see you rebuild the engine, I hope I can do that too

[@MrNiceBoy123456]

Your video helped me learn alot about motorcycle. Although I am no machanic, nor really having a project. I still enjoy your content. Keep up the good work. Love from Malaysia.

[@bjontroy136]

Love your videos Ari. I started binge watching your MC garage videos just this month. Did a lot of help with some maintenance on my small cc bike! I hope you will continue to post some more content on this channel. Good luck over at Motor Trend! More power!

[@AriH211]

Thanks Bjon. Glad you enjoyed this vid. It was fun taking folks along on a rebuild.

[@62shalaka]

That was a really terrific video, Ari. Totally impressed with your knowledge and mechanical ability.

[@brendendyson8470]

Hey mate , we race little cbrs at our local track here in Australia 🇦🇺, but we use the mc19 and mc22s mostly, sometimes a couple of guys turn up on the single cylinder cbrs

[@banboosy]

Hey dude you're clearly a super knowledgable guy and I really enjoyed this video. It would be great to see more in depth stuff though on the rebuilds.

[@leon323]

You got to have a lot of experience or a good education to be able to do that. You are a boss

[@AriH211]

Lots of experience and education by way of shop manuals. ;)

[@jameznm]

Can't believe I haven't seen this video before, it was nice to see you out of the MC garage and working on one of your own projects :) great work bud.

[@lezarathustra]

Ari, I hope this is the 1st of many vids to come! yes, please!

[@charlieone2992]

That has to be a awsome feeling knowing you did all that work! Really enjoyed this video can wait for next one!

[@MikeNolanNolski]

Fantastic video! I'd love to see more in depth detail (whether it's on your personal channel or a part of motocyclist online) around the more technical aspects of motorcycle maintenance and rebuilding. Even if it's just recommended resources and reading beyond how to adjust your chain, change a tire, change oil/filter.

[@eaterofpoptarts]

PLEASE make more of these because I really enjoy this kind of stuff. Also I don't know about everyone else, but I don't think I would mind hearing you rattle on about whatever you wanted while you were making the engine, I think I could watch the whole thing with no time lapses, haha. Unless you don't really think you would talk while you're working or if you cuss too much or listen to music or whatever, but it might be worth a shot! I love all the content MCM puts up, but I like stuff like this even more. Thanks for doing it!

[@AriH211]

Heya Poptart Eater, I've got another bike (a Zuma scooter) that needs a total rebuild, and eventually I'll get around to it. When I do, I'll make sure the cameras are rolling. I'm glad you enjoyed this vid.

[@eaterofpoptarts]

Awesome man, really looking forward to it!

[@MrEmanuelFerreira]

You are the man. Hope to see more videos / adventures / challenges in the future. best regards.

[@Zyoher]

Awesome video dude, thank you for this. I've wanted to get into the more serious work for my bike, videos like these give me a chance to really take a look at a bike as it comes apart.

[@danishkhan-oy9pw]

Please make a detailed vedio of how to open CBR 250r engine head for valve adjustment.

[@angrysweet8932]

Great video Ari, love it. And it inspired me so much that I am picking up a 2012 model tomorrow with less than 1400 km, looking like new..... Kind regards from Sweden.

[@AriH211]

Very cool! I'm a huge fan of the CBR and recommend them to lots of people. I hope you enjoy it.

[@angrysweet8932]

@@AriH211 I feel honored to get a reply from you. In the meantime I have watched a lot of your videos on the MC Garage ( included one you having dreadlocks... ) and I do not only love your style but your videos are the absolute best, especially the instructional ones. A pitty that you seem to have gotten out of the picture lately.

[@AriH211]

@@angrysweet8932 Hi Snarf, I'm still making regular videos for Motor Trend on their subscription platform. We have Throttle Out, Throttle Out Garage, and Throttle Out Commute. Take a look at motortrend.com/moto

[@kevindelinger1576]

Having watched pretty much every MC Commute Zach has made, I watched you take this CBR out for a test ride and thought, "Wait, you're going the wrong way! You should be headed northbound, because....we always go northbound here!" Then I thought, "Eh, he's probably headed to Zach's place to show off his latest success." Great video, AH.

[@flattenedfrog]

Ari, just watched. ... did d my first 1.5 years of track days on a salvage CBR250R I got. Would have been better w a few stops along the way to give some rebuild tips, tho.

[@meeribad6784]

Make more such videos it was an awesome project ari, your an inspiration for many.

[@Stinkymens]

I’d love to see the full video of the engine being put together!

[@anshafmuhammad4299]

Love you Ari and will support you always

[@kirankoli852]

It bring Smile to Me, When Engine get started 😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@angelocardoc]

Great video Balance shaft letting go??? That's odd. Previous owner must have over reve'd it during downshift.

[@AriH211]

Yeah, pretty peculiar. As I recall the engine had tens of thousands of miles on it. I've seen plenty of conrods fail from excessive/extensive revs, but this is the first balance shaft failure. Like I said in the vid, I don't know if the bearing failed or if the shaft fractured.

[@ananth.a]

Ari, I know your work schedule is hectic. But, we'd like to see more personal projects like these.

[@phoeuychuon336]

Your video is very educational!! Because the part of the world I’m at I don’t trust the mechanics!!!!

[@ShaneSharpVlogs]

I know I'm late to the game, but that was a great video. I'm actually thinking of getting a little 250 myself. Keep up the great work!

[@JesseeS1990]

Great stuff Ari. Super knowledgeable. You make it look easy haha. Hope to see more in the future!

[@nnagap72]

Very entertaining. Waiting for new videos. Where did you learn all of this?

[@twistn-grips]

First time I see an older video of you. Didn't know you had all this knowledge my dude. Awesome job. Wish I had access to you lol. I'm having some issues with my 2015 r3. I do all the wrenching on it, but when it comes to knowing WHY it's doing what it's doing, I know NOTHING about it. I've tried all kinds of SMALLER things lol. Don't have the knowledge to get inside of the motor. But I had no luck. And I HATE to send it to some of these mechanics I have near me. There is only ONE that I might let touch my bike. Anyway, sup from SOUTH Louisiana. Like watching y'all new videos and thoughts on the different bikes out there. Keep up the great work.

[@WeightyGhost1]

Godamn Ari you're the boss. subbed

[@RominYadav]

I love what you are doing brother.. A lots of love from Nepal.

[@dsolin]

Hey Ari! I understand that maybe you simply don't have time, or maybe you current employer (or previous) didn't like this idea, or whatever. Just wanted to say, like many already did, that we are many who would love to see more videos like this. Just Arizilla it up, man ;)

[@MrWilde]

Awesome video, thanks. Just found a 2016 CBR 500RA at auction, if I am lucky will be good to go or at least will be a cool project like yours. For less than $1000 I think I will win both ways, thanks again. Love your Work

[@alvinphilip5940]

Hi Ari, Missing you in Motorcycle Magazine. Please do more videos...

[@KuldeepKumar-mx9rx]

Hello Ari. Thanks for this awesome DIY video. I also keep trying things but not with the engine yet. still learning. Need your view on replacing cbr250r fuel tank with higher capacity tank (15Ltr or higher). Can you advice on what motorcycle tank should be compatible with CBR250r.

[@suchithkeats26]

Awesome job. I have a doubt, can we install the cb300r piston head and bore to the 250r engine? Could you please advise me on this.

[@lalrintluangavanchhawng7483]

Wish we were neighbours Ari. I have a 2016 cbr 250 that badly needs an engine parts overhaul and a 287cc upgrade. It would be so good if you could do mine. Love from India. 💕💕

[@s70driver2005]

So awesome Ari!!! MOAR VIDEOS PLEZ!!!!

[@randycastellon9368]

you are a hero. congrats on yer recent track record! thank you!

[@NooBiker]

Another vote for there being more of these.

[@michaelmathews295]

Working on so many motorcycles you need to buy a lift. Saves you back.

[@satish19841987]

Hi Ari, it was nice to see you fixing the engine. I have a Honda CBR 250r 2017 model, it's 8 months old bike, from the day one the bike wasn't smooth, the bikes handle and footpeg vibration was there, the machanic here says it is normal, but I have compared with other CBR bikes they are smooth. I know the bike difinetly has a problem. Please help me in finding the problem.

[@shreyasharne1430]

This problem also in my cbr250r(2012 model) basically in india cbr 250 but this problem was automatically solved. This problem causes tik tik vibration in power stroke in handle bar. Make sure your cam chain tensioner is work properly

[@Yeahdoggy42]

So this was essentially a two day project? You're an animal.

[@resourcehackerind212]

Awesome watching this video i wish i too could do this at home my baby fireblade always rattles at specific speed (6th gear between 60-70kmph) specifically on hills. Dont know what it is, piston ring or something else. Btw thanks for sharing this video with us it was kinda educational.

[@AriH211]

Could be detonation. Try running premium gas and see if it goes away.

[@JohnPloskina]

We miss you, Ari.

[@mayurnagar2178]

we buy this in india currently... honda is not updating much of their bikes instead of bringing new stickers.. btw this video is ossam..

[@sterlingroberts6240]

If people treated people the way this guy treats engines.

[@mallikwassim007]

Excellent n easy to understand video. Worth sharing n subscribing....