Rescuing A Fan's Rare Honda Sport Bike. Can I Fix It?

[@Joshwaa27]

This fan series is absolutely amazing to not only the motorcycle community but to humanity itself because of the amount that it shows what decent human interaction can and should look like! Thank you Craig & Dan.

[@Sam590ss]

Yes! Society has seemed to have lost its social skills over the past few years. Craig and Dan are awesome guys, and I love everything this channel stands for!❤

[@master_Wizard]

Craig is truly too good for this world

[@UmmmmmmmWhat]

Matts Off Road Recovery gives out tshirts to people he helps... maybe people Craig helps should get one of the "Everybody needs a Craig" shirts. 😂 Edit: oh wait nvm

[@davidburnside2944]

Let’s not forget about the real hidden talent. The channel has become so much better since the addition of Greg.

[@traviskitchen3252]

Craig is a class act 👏😎

[@RY-mj3oz]

That owner is your brother from another mother... He was matching you every step of the way. Technical, quips, banter. Great episode!

[@KasperCDK]

Hey that was my intended comment 😝

[@jdekk7733]

Just what i was thinking

[@billmumbo2697]

It's the beard and glasses I'm growing one as of now already have the glasses reckon I'll be more proficient once it grows 🤣👍

[@paulorso9979]

I agree , this is one of my favourite episodes.

[@IArcticFoxOG]

Same here

[@CatylisticRevo62]

The fact that Craig is going around creating content by helping viewers with their projects is nothing short of inspiring. Quality content from a quality dude. Thanks Craig 👍👍

[@benb5489]

Everybody needs a Craig 👍

[@matthewmadsen2095]

I need a Craig in Nebraska lol

[@carbito67]

How has no one commented on how awesome that shop is. Yellow brick, steel windows, awesome space.

[@TheRealDukeSchneider]

Everytime I WATCH I end up split screening and looking at old bikes on marketplace while watching and listening. Now I understand how people have 6,7,8,9+ bikes!

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

Careful that’s dangerous! Haha

[@TheRealDukeSchneider]

@@The_Bearded_Mechanic Your reply made my day! Love your originality, thanks for sharing your passion and knowledge! My most recent fun is an oil leak on an output shaft on a KLR650!

[@Captain_Yodelstein]

​@TheRealDukeSchneider, as long as it's leaking, you know you have oil!

[@TheGrahamFactor]

I started watching SRK cycles in 2020 and their reviews. And now I have 2 motorcycles, and now I watch the bearded mechanic. No regrets

[@pfroo40]

Good, I'm not the only one itching to expand my stable while watching these.

[@boutbetter]

I know nothing about motorcycles....but I love how you two worked together to get this going.......working in a team in close quarters like this isn't easy and I truly respect it!!!

[@tvg138]

I like that the owner of the bike was way more involved than the last one! That way when Craig leaves, he can have an idea of what to do when the bearded mechanic is gone!

[@billmumbo2697]

I like the way that sean the owner's confidence soared the more you got into it till he basically became a partner well done all...😅 Cheesy grins all round 👍👍😁😁😁😁😁

[@crabapple1974]

Wow, that is a beautiful bike! Owner seems like a cool guy.

[@justinmeadows8446]

That dude's little shop is badass!!!!!!

[@MrGrant440]

The editing doesn’t get old :) Great work Dan

[@aaronweaver9962]

I love how interested the studio audience is.

[@TheHuckster100]

😅

[@bramvermaat1453]

I was searching for a comment like this, and otherwise, I would post one. The fact that two people literally haven't looked up once/moved while a whole KZbin video is being shot is kind of depressing! 😮 I honestly would be a little ashamed if that were my kids. Lol.

[@madfawk8894]

CBR600F2/F3 are the best all-arounders ever!! Comfortable, quick with the usual Honda quality.

[@davidjanzen1665]

The two of you seemed to have a lot of fun. Plus he had a fantastic shop.

[@tomcleghorn4005]

It’s always nice too see a guy has educated himself and cleaned the shop!

[@leedchristensen]

I really like the idea of having the owner be involved and help. There’s a lifetime worth of content out there with these old bikes and owners who want them to run great!

[@billwiththeb]

You say that till your a mechanic at a shop with a customer over your shoulder who ..knows.. more than you telling you how to do your job..not fun..if it's a buddy maybe.

[@JosephEby]

This is beautiful, so many shops turn down bikes like this nowadays, it’s super inspiring to see this project come to fruition. Good luck on the project Sean!

[@jacobsinclair6119]

Craig is such a a great guy!! Everytime he works with a fan you can tell that they get comfortable with Craig really quickly to the point that it seems like they have known each other for years.. Love your Channel keep making bangers!

[@aaronweaver9962]

In our sonic cleaner.We used dawn soap with ammonia added,to remove polish from jewelry. Rinse,no residue.

[@Joshoptimus]

Just watching a couple of DIYers methodically work through a common repair such as a carb rebuild is actually very educating.....of course Dan's solid recording and editing skills combine for a pretty awesome entertaining, interactive experience ty The Bearded Mechanic

[@JoshA86]

I love everything about this channel, but the editing always gets me lol. Bluejay making CBR sounds, Craig playing carburetor instruments, fuel pump noises, etc. Keep up the good work Dan. You always keep it entertaining even if the work gets mundane.

[@wideglide2153]

Big fan made bigger by this series of you helping others get their bikes running. So cool!

[@eckridium]

This channel is skyrocketing upwards with subscribers and views! I know people knew of Craig for a few years while he was part Bikes and Beards, but for him to have such a “heading to the stars” rise, it’s great to see the hospitality the community is providing him and his team.

[@ItsRexxys]

I know sean only a fan but he fits the vibe so well in ur video, would love to see him again in a video

[@crebbsjd]

Dan! LMAO, with the sound effects when Craig played bag pipes and Spanish guitar, plus the glugging of water. Genius.I think it's super cool. Craig knows those carbs well and does steller on cleaning them. Awesome video, really cool bike! 😎

[@rrzx14]

A riding buddy of mine got one of those back in 1996. She loved riding it at Deal's Gap.

[@ricojsuavexx]

Wow, that is awesome! I have almost exact issue; I recently inherited a 1996 Smokin' Joes bike that had been sitting for 10+ years. It is in very good condition with just under 3k miles, but will not start. I cleaned the tank and put in good fuel and can safely assume the carbs need thorough cleaning and possibly new jets, floats, etc. Unfortunately too big of a project for me. So...if you guys wanted to do a second Smokin' Joes Edition...come visit!

[@vetdadon2621]

Man what’s you location, I’m actually looking for one. I had a 96 for my first sport bike.

[@bobabreath5097]

Sooooo glad this popped up on my feed this morning. That bike is a classic, the colors, the old school SS styling, great choice and glad you helped the guy get it going.

[@73abu]

Thank you craig for the new video...

[@The_Bearded_Mechanic]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@nicozimmermann8672]

Man what a amazing episode. I love your videos Craig. And props to Shawn, who is a very chill dude even in front of the camera. Amazing bike too. Perfect episode.

[@WilliamAniuk-d1h]

I love the slow form of your show . Please keep them long and slow

[@thesinwagin]

Wow. I knew the SJ was a limited number bike, but didnt know it was THAT limited. I got one from a buddy of mine, wrecked. I rebuilt it, enjoyed it, and sold it. Mine was a 96, #75.

[@pfroo40]

Your fan series is the best thing going right now for automotive KZbin channels, it's awesome seeing these bikes come back to life while we learn a thing or two along with the owners.

[@leegr3732]

I’ve owned a 1995 cbr600 in the uk since 07, currently in my garage and been there a long time, I must dig it out

[@bryanslife7229]

Such a great looking bike

[@thomasusowski2155]

Back in 2000 I bought a CBR F3 as my first 600cc in red and black. It had a two Brothers exhaust and sounded amazing! I miss that bike 😢

[@albertgallo4451]

I applaud your patience

[@brother9916]

First street bike I ever rode was a 98' CBR F3. Solid red. Such an awesome bike.

[@The_Joy_Finder]

It's clear today's sous chef knows what he's doing. I can see you were having fun. 🥰

[@Soshstar999]

Someone is going to be one happy camper with that bike, smiles for miles

[@jacksmith8002]

The owner was great, really enjoyed this video

[@markw365]

sold mine in 2004 to help pay for my house. Loved that bike. That tail section was always a pain to keep in place, even with unbroken tabs.

[@badlsxgarage]

My brother had the exact same bike. I want to say late 90s early 2000’s. Not sure the number. I have always been a cruiser type of guy and he is street bike all the way. We traded bikes for the day. 3 minutes later I traded back. I knew I would get killed on that bike. It was STUPID fast! Great memories, thanks guys!!

[@deadprivacy]

Real easy to ride fast was the problem i had with mine. Such a nice bike. Balanced ,smooth power delivery form the ram air system. 98 was the year they diailled that right in too. Great bikes. Some out there with 80k on the clocks too. They are bulletproof. With jets and a fat exhaust on it, you can see how they won races. Sich a fun bike to ride.

[@fastdude2002]

I had a 1994 CBR600 F2 back in the day. All these years and many bikes later that CBR was the most fun I ever had on a bike.

[@deadprivacy]

@@fastdude2002 the f3 was even better , they perfected the ram air system, but such a balanced amd fun to ride bike.

[@joeltaylor4821]

You rock and so does your channel!

[@TheProtagonist_777]

Congratulations on surpassing 300,000. You must have seen a major surge in subscribers since last week.

[@fabienpichard]

Fantastic show, thank you. Craig your light and funny attitude is refreshing and thank you for helping on this superb bike... keep up the good work! (no pressure)

[@sputnikalgrim]

I was a huge Nicky Hayden fan back in that era of AMA

[@tylerdurden9520]

Rip Nicky

[@jakeb92980]

Great timing on this video. I just got back from Buttonwillow Raceway and for the first time raced my smokin Joe's livery on my 1996 CBR600F3 racebike that I rebuilt over the winter.

[@Zee1Thou]

I've had my SJ F3 for 12 years and it's been the main source of learning to wrench on bikes. It wasn't in the best of shape when I found it. Over 130k on the engine and still going strong! #77 of 1500.

[@NemesisRTCW]

The engines on these are near bulletproof. Sadly the fuel lines etc. and other fuel system hardware is not ethanol compatible. Had a F3 myself, that kept on ticking.

[@Mespera3011]

Ive seen one with 105.000 km... Surprised to find about 130.000 mark The japanese really made them well

[@Zee1Thou]

@@Mespera3011 she's a trooper! About to put a new clutch in next week, and keep on riding!

[@RinconPilot]

That brings back memories! My first bike was a 1996 Erion Racing CBR 900RR. My buddy picked up a Smoking Joe F3 in 98. The 600 was more flickable and fun but the 900 had that punch of a liter bike

[@johnb5519]

Great looking bike, always one of my favorites. Maybe the cables need to be lubed too.

[@joshuaanothereraseddad]

I purchased a 95 F3 in stellar condition when I returned from Iraq in 03. It was the black, purple, and yellow one. It had Yoshi full length, ignition advancer, and stage 2 kits in the carbs. That thing ran like a scalded dog! I still dream of having a Smokin Joes edition all these years later. Great vid!

[@HbombMoto]

That’s a really cool bike , great video as always Craig , your my favorite motorcycle mechanic channel 👌🤌 cheers from Louisiana 🎉

[@andrewlawrence4782]

I love the fans enthusiasm for sport bikes, you can tell he's passionate about this biek, also kinda jealous of his garage setup, he manages a nice space in a relatively small shop.

[@TragicAyk]

I have a CBR600F2 which is basically an F3 without extra doodads like a fuel pump and emission things. It had been sitting in a garage for 19 years when I got it, the carbs looked like she last ran on booger fuel, the brake lines were completely rusted off and the oil was just pure madness. The tank on the other side is in pristine condition and she is so happy to fire up and rev, such a gentle giant. Looking forward to selling her and starting my next motorcycle repair journey!

[@adhambarghi]

This was fun to watch. I really like the fan series. The owner is pretty cool. Seems like the choke cable always gets the bearded mechanic!

[@519_jackpot_scottie]

I always loved that paint scheme

[@ws8080]

Watching someone clean the 4 inline carbs just brings back memories.... that I might not want to bring back....

[@peterjarnes25]

I think it's so cool that the customer is there with you learning and helping!❤😊

[@jimp.7286]

Like others here mentioned, ....you two seemed awfully similar somehow. You made a good team. Beautiful motorcycle. Another good one here. Cheers. 👍

[@motowipeout5670]

I almost bought a smoking Joe’s new back in the day but I ended up getting a 96’ far instead. Damn I miss those days!

[@whitneysomerville5402]

My CBR F2 was one of the best bikes I've ever owned. Always loved the Smokin' Joe's edition.

[@rayslife4k]

I love the dynamic between 2 machines

[@ronaldiddings3026]

Love see what Craig viewers have for Bike's more than one bike they have?😂❤ God 💯🙏💯🤎 Blessing from Iowa, USA

[@Threee_Eyez]

I have a 1987 Honda Hurricane f1 with relatively low miles and well taken care of, freaking love this motorcycle.

[@johnb5519]

I've got the 1000, and it's still running strong.

[@Threee_Eyez]

@@johnb5519 Great machines!

[@johnb5519]

@@Threee_Eyez I agree 100%.

[@Moreda64]

Enjoy it ! Beautiful machine. I've owned a 93 red/ black and a 95 "Rothmans" and both of them were funny and reliable.

[@fw1421]

Miguel was a super nice guy. Met him at the Charlotte Superbike race. Told him I was a big fan of his dad,he asks if I’d like to meet him,he’s in the motorhome? Great day for me!

[@thinkdunson]

the sound effects game in this video is on point

[@Garrett338]

You need to have this guy on the channel more! He’s a riot!

[@abr3043]

My dad owned this very bike when I was a kid. I always dreamed of having it for myself. He sold it to put money towards my first car when I turned 16

[@strangeuniverse1199]

Original owners are all old farts.... I'm 66 years old.

[@montyfpv2259]

Being an insomniac down under has its benefits..... I get to see when a new video is uploaded. 👍

[@therealbanksea]

It's only 10.35pm in Adelaide what you talking about

[@theunluckycharm9637]

​@therealbanksea damn bro I just woke up at 6 am here in Western US

[@montyfpv2259]

@@therealbanksea SA is half an hour in front of Vic but 25 years behind... 🤣

[@DocMagoo]

Watching at midnight here now in Victoria...

[@StreetfighterBrah]

@@therealbanksea yeah 12.15am and I just grabbed some Cheetos

[@jbishop7037]

This guy should have his own KZbin channel. He seems like a great guy and his shop is epic!

[@ashleyjordan2429]

Today's a good day now 😀

[@stu-j]

In 1992 I bought a new urban tiger CBR900rr and what a bike it was! I rode the tyres off the thing for 5 years before it was stolen! Then bought a purple suzuki RF900 and that was such a fast bike for the day! Something about 900cc thars so good! My first 9 was the gpz900r and had 3 of them also a cbr900 a rf900 3 zx9rs and now the new z900rs

[@superdukedad]

I about peed when I saw the thumbnail, that was my first sportbike!!!! Bought one when I was in college and my parents hated me for it, but it was the best thing ever! Got it cheap because it had been hot wired and stolen at some point in its life and no one could figure out the electrical gremlins lol I worked at a bike shop and between all of us we got it running.

[@christopherwhipple6603]

After watching this video it helped me figure out how to go about fixing my Suzuki intruder. I love watching your videos I learn quite a bit from you.

[@TunaNoCrust69]

My dad owns one of these bikes and was the first bike i ever got to ride and i dont think i ever left 3rd gear, it was staright up like having a rocket between your legs, thing scared me shitless. I want to point out as well, i am a speed demon, and not much scares me, but the scream from the exhuast and pure power was insane. After a while, we had a really hard time getting it to stay running, and he is currently in a million pieces in a room. From NewBrunswick Canada!

[@Devilgod23]

Amazing video, the energy between you two felt like you have known each other for years.

[@turinhorse]

that was a fun one. Sean seems sincerely thankful and was a fun side-mechanic.

[@djsi38t]

Really fun to watch...Its almost the same as watching a television show...Very good quality filming and editing and subject matter.I love it and could watch this fan series endlessly..

[@rhiannonedwards8940]

This guy was an absolute delight! Hope he comes back with more motorbikes some day ❤

[@Destructor429]

I owned 2 CBR Smokin' Joes Specials! A 96 and a 98! OMG I miss those bikes! I preferred the 98 (the 96 had the square tail piece and wasn't as slick looking) That bike was such an awesome bike! Turned lots of heads and the girlies loved it! I ended up turning the 96 into a street fighter and stunting it. Eventually sold it (I didn't realize they were so rare!) The 98 met its demise when I was doing a wheelie (showing off) and someone on a GSXR600 pulled out in front of me. I dropped the front end and low sided the bike, when my bike hit his back tire it crushed his rim and his turning tire threw my Joe's about 20 feet into the air. That was the end of that. The bike was a write off. I replaced it with a Suzuki TL1000R. Still have my TL today!

[@RobDay69]

brought back so many good memories of my old CBR1000F-M (1991 - Benneton Colours - Limited Edition) - very sad I had to part with it - great episode - gave me chills when it started up.🏍

[@MrBDude83]

Such a sweet bike. Brings back good memories. My older brother raced throughout the late 80s to late 90s. He raced for Smokin Joe's the last couple years of his racing career. I got to spend many of my teen years hanging out in his pit, admiring the beautiful purple and yellow bikes. Love em. Keep up the great work!

[@darkeid7883]

It would be awesome if we could see this again when its cleaned and synced!!!

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Been using PineSol in my ultrasonic forever. Hot water rinse afterwards, which I would do with any cleaning solution. Cool bike, remember those bikes on the AMA circuit.

[@poppacapinya]

you sir are a saint i think its so cool to help this feller out.

[@jamesf4329]

It's gettin close to 1 year since you started your own channel and you're also more than half way to 500k subs. You are doing fantastic because your content is awesome. Keep up the good work. I think 500k subs before the 1 year anniversary of the channel should be a goal. You can definitely do it!

[@AmericanThatStillHasHope]

I still have a 93 F2 I bought brand new, and this makes me want to get it running again.

[@ed0c]

dood that fan has a decent little shop!

[@that_blue_bike]

FUEL PUMP TIP: so funny thing about the F3. the fuel pump will not pump and it only gives the fuel pump 2-3v when cranking it over and i’m not sure how many volts at idle but the pump doesn’t prime. the pump is purely for starting and running it at higher rpms. also they only need full choke to start smooth. i saw the choke was completely off and that hurt so much to watch you guys keep cranking and cranking it but i miss simple things too. anyways watch the timing chain tensioner because they are a common failure point. replace the tensioner for a aftermarket manual adjustment one and i’d replace the regulator/rectifier because the oem ones are common to melt the plug and then you gotta find a new plug and a R/R. anyways love the older bike content. i have a 98 F3 and a 94 F2 that i’m currently rebuilding both. the F2 was my first motorcycle and i got it wrecked and learned everything about it before i even got it on the road. would highly recommend a F2 or even a F3 as a first bike because they are way more comfortable and not as touchy as some other 600s i’ve had. anyways i figured i’d drop the tip about the fuel pump for y’all since it seemed to stump ya.

[@Ceen328]

Man, this is still such a good looking bike. Even the wheels look kinda modern. Update blinker and maybe mirrors to a slicker look and you have a very sweet ride. Only thing that is missing, is an USD fork. Now switch to braided break lines, sintered pads and upgrade the suspension with oil and better springs (rider is a bit on the heavy side, so factory suspension should be to soft) and you got a sweet ride.

[@fearsomename4517]

Great job from both of you. I could tell the owner really cared and helped. Craig great content!

[@MikeAnderson-uj3oo]

I remember thinking these bikes looked kinda goofy when they came out. I was not into sport bikes back then so i didn't understand it's significance. Now I'm in my mid 50s and riding the sport bikes. This bike is definitely cool to me now.

[@wyattblessing7078]

It's good to see Craig and Shawn back together. Such a class act. Shawn, it's good to see you learned how to work on bikes. 😂

[@MaNtIcHoRaOfficial]

Bring this fan back on. You guys mesh perfectly

[@leifhoffman6533]

Not a big fan of Honda but that is one beautiful machine. I know I would make an exception on owning that. Graig to the rescue as always.

[@williammacpherson4004]

The bike is one thing - that man cave bike shop is another ! 🤟

[@adelgado8917]

Every time I watch his videos, I smile, lol. It also has me thinking of buying an old bike and bringing it back to life and changing professions from a diesel mechanic to a moto mechanic.

[@jasonpatrickturchan7743]

Bought one off my buddy who had it in a box for a couple years back in 2004 . Put it back together rode for a year or 2 then sold it, wish I didn't but it was so cool to have. Awesome video love watching !

[@Phrey]

Love this series of helping other get the bikes back up and running. This guy was by far a fun watch while helping. Need to find the sign up list so I can try and get my old bike up and running again 😂