Resurrecting a Honda Elite After Sitting Abandoned For 15 Years!

I can't begin to explain how much fun I had bringing this 1992 Honda Elite back to its former glory after sitting vacant for 15 years! This scooter belonged to my good friend Parker's Grandmother. She purchased this Elite for $600 back in 2005 and only drove it for a very short period of time before she stopped riding it and eventually pushed it to the very back of her barn where the bike sat vacant and completely untouched until this past Memorial Day weekend!
I was told "It ran when it was parked", so I expected to at least have to tear the carburetor apart to clean any residue from any stagnant fuel sitting in the jets/bowl for such a long time. But sure enough, with a fresh battery and fuel, it started right up! Can't beat it.
After getting the bike running, driving, and (most importantly) looking good, I quickly realized how solid the drivability of the bike was. It's without a doubt a time capsule from '92 and I can't thank Parker and his Grandmother enough for letting me bring this bike back to life! I hope you all enjoyed watching the process start to finish!
Until next time, one love 🖤
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[@videosbyLENYX]

The more Elites you and your friends get, the more I want one.

[@AidanTemplin]

I highly recommend!

[@Winner3ty]

If you get an elite, get a 2 stroke elite they are the best ones ;)

[@scootersonlyrepair6773]

@Alex Bahena that's too much they were 2200 new

[@scootersonlyrepair6773]

3 of 4 of mine were stolen

[@Imkeendom]

Man this was so satisfying. Thanks Jimmy for getting us to know Aidan's channel. Amazing content, keep it up!

[@AidanTemplin]

Big up’s yo thank you!!

[@Golden_features]

Scooters! Do more bro! Honda!!! I remember my teenage times.

[@ChromaticGarage]

That final shot bro!!😭🤌 Imagine having friends that’s will spend a full day polishing your hog 😫

[@AidanTemplin]

Still waiting to polish your hog 😳👉🏻👈🏻

[@peacenow4456]

We're restoring our college 1986 Honda 80 this summer, thanks for all the info and products used! Nice job!

[@amatureskater15]

Honda outdid itself with these little scooters. I'm rebuilding two as we speak.

[@donaldallenjr.8454]

Another flawless detail done by the man himself! Proud of you Aidan! Keep up the amazing work and attention to details!

[@AidanTemplin]

Appreciate your support bro hope you’re doing well!!!

[@tylerratcliff4448]

Saw this video when it dropped and fell in love, finally got my hands on my own elite yesterday and cant wait to detail it and mob with the boys this summer!

[@heritagehillsecurity8778]

Sweet Elite! Nice video. Thank you.

[@righteouslife4279]

Good looking detail your work is amazing

[@steverandall5814]

What an amazing before-and-after! Your detail skills are first rate! It sits in a barn for 15 years. Change out the old fuel and battery and it starts right up. This just goes to show how good the Honda design is! The Honda GY6 motor is the one everyone copies (especially the Chinese). Enjoy your new toy...but you'll probably want to change out the tires based on age, even if there's lots of tread left.

[@HanVwGte]

Man that scooter is gangster. !! Great job as always man

[@AidanTemplin]

It drives as good as it looks! Thank you!

[@bokortify]

Found this channel because of wheel restoration on E30, subscribed because of this video.

[@Daa253]

Wow! They took very good care of it when they did use it!

[@RaceDTSynthetics]

Just bought two of them. Going to get started this week on getting them running.

[@rezjrprod]

Friend just gave me a 2002 with 1500 miles on it.. Looking forward to fixing it up. Thanks for the video

[@bilfepur]

Time Capsule! Love your videos man❗️

[@AidanTemplin]

It really is bro! And thank you!

[@Brokegarage]

So crazy to find this 😭, great video as always 😎

[@AidanTemplin]

Yeah I couldn’t believe it!! Thank you dude!

[@big50calgaming92]

Homie back with another banger let’s go🤙🏼

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you bro!! Had a blast with this one

[@landuXD]

she cleaned up real good!

[@AidanTemplin]

Agreed! I still can’t believe how good of shape it’s in!

[@parkerhogsten7038]

I think this is the absolute most beautiful thing I have ever seen in my life 😍

[@rosenathan3878]

Love the vids like always! Keep it up

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you so much!!

[@Daa253]

I love these old designs of vehicles from this era. Mowers, cars, you name it. Flat geometry and square. I love it.

[@scootersonlyrepair6773]

What Era? They made this scooter unchanged for 22 years 1985 -2007

[@frankbpook9370]

Fantastic job, never seen one in the UK.

[@FellipeRodrigues89]

Awesome video

[@juansosa5958]

Awesome bro 🔥

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you dawg!

[@villasirga84]

Great job man 🙌🏼

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you so much!

[@antoineboutier8837]

Sick video man!

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you so much!!

[@DL30Creations]

I scored a 1984 Elite 125 and 1985 Elite 150 a week ago and can't wait to get both running good. The 125 is already on the road but the 150 had no carb. They don't make them like they used to. Get one of these current scooters and park it a year and good luck getting it running.

[@AntonioNeto98.]

Fire as always

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you so much!

[@Mozetty]

Love the content I’m lowkey trying to get into detailing as like a side job

[@georgespiers3404]

On the road to 100k mate keep.up.the good work i wanna see more regular vids if you can tho 😁😁😁

[@AidanTemplin]

I’m trying my best to provide steady content, but still keeping it unique and interesting bro!!

[@Daa253]

My dad use to have a Honda moped when he was stationed in Bermuda in the 80s.

[@evannoriega-thomas371]

Top notch video, I’m always amazed by the quality of the close up shots

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you dude! This iPhone 12 doesn’t fuck around 😂😂😂

[@evannoriega-thomas371]

@@AidanTemplin honestly! Are you using any thing to stabilize the phone for the b roll or you just got that steady hand? 🔪

[@AidanTemplin]

@@evannoriega-thomas371 I used to film everything by hand but now I just throw it on my tripod and tilt it! Some of the shots are still by hand though because the tripod can’t go as low as I need it too sometimes haha

[@evannoriega-thomas371]

@@AidanTemplin nice 👍 you make me want to get some filming going

[@789dalton]

Absolutely stunning hog! Gonna re-watch this video when I manage to get my own Elite

[@AidanTemplin]

Fuck yea dude!!

[@jcubfrmalaska]

this channel goated

[@Gramps83]

I was hoping you'd keep the "OG" music going, but I get it. Still legit. Don't quit. BTW, those tires have a 1995 date code. I'd replace them.

[@AidanTemplin]

No worries! There’s still plenty more OG Hip Hop that will grace your ears! And yeah we’re replacing the tires and lights! This was literally filmed in a day just to get it back on the road hahaha

[@leonosst8067]

I have the same moped I have no idea where you put the battery your video teaching me stuff about my bike I didn’t know

[@americanme3239]

In exchange for work.. a friend gave me a 1985 elite 250.. complete. Looks nice.. from cal. Moved and Rode it here. Must have bumped a curb.. dented the right shock. We put in a battery.. everything lights up.. cranks good. Good spark.. the gas tank is empty but clean. I spray some starting fluid in air box.. crank a few times.. it runs. We change the fluids.. and take turns riding it. He wants to buy it. Last licensed in 1990.

[@DIOSpeedDemon]

I am doing the same thing to a Yellow One. Only 1300 original miles in 22 years. Beautiful BIKES...

[@qfdforme]

Nicely done. Looks like new. Did you replace the air filter? I just resurrected my 49 cc 1987 Honda Elite SE50 2 cycle scooter that sat in my race car trailer since 1997. The foam filter crumbled into dust when removing it. Drained the fuel in the tank, installed a new air filter, added treated with Seafoam fresh fuel, new battery. I thought for certain I would have to rebuild the carb. A large dose of Seafoam motor cleaner and it cleaned up over several days running and cycling engine speeds. No plug change needed. 2800 miles on mine. Runs like a champ.

[@pb6839]

I daily drive a 91’ Honda Lead in northern Germany (basically the same). They are some of the most reliable and good looking scooters. 👌🏼 mine has over 30,000km on it and still running and starting strong.

[@waterlover]

Those kills of editing are wicked clean

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you so much!!

[@Balderoni_]

So relaxin and chillin to watch u fix and clean these classics, much love man! Keep this going ❤️

[@AidanTemplin]

Thank you! I’m glad you enjoy watching!

[@samihamady6393]

SHEEEEEEESH! Giving the honda the elite treatment

[@DIOSpeedDemon]

dont forget to change the transmission oil in the back. That is very important too. Great Bikes.

[@FreeRunMonster802]

Masterful.

[@corbankouwenberg5975]

damn that thing is so dope

[@AidanTemplin]

You really can’t beat that aggressive 80’s styling!

[@ian93sc28]

Love u dad thanks for the fire content

[@AidanTemplin]

Hahaha thank you bro! 💆🏻‍♂️

[@LucasSousa-sz5kb]

certified beauty

[@ramezgoldman6590]

I love it 😍

[@dmoneys4481]

How much did you pick this up for? Also love the video and how you restrored it!

[@MotorheadRedo]

What is the fast correcting cream comparable to in say Meguiars brand? What pad were you using on the mini orbital polisher? It's pretty impressive what a little polishing can do to the finish.

[@bigc2nyce]

Sick !!!

[@coolguyguz]

elite🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@yaokay1933]

Fire

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

Think I would have pressure washed it with the panels off first. Let it dry while you clean the panels off of the scooter, then when everything is good and dry reassemble it. Then a final detail after assembly.

[@claytonkaisermusic]

What solution are you using to spray/clean the muck off the inside? Thanks!

[@babennewport]

My good neighbor just gifted me his 94 honda elite 80. It turns over but won't start. I am new to scooters and can not get the left rear side cover off. Your video is the best I have seem showing removal of panel but I still can not remove it. I would appreciate any help. Thanks

[@connorwilburn2734]

That thing is so sick lol

[@Mayala285]

This is the kind of shit I subscribed for :)

[@AidanTemplin]

Love to see it 🥲

[@pickleballreviews]

What did you do to bring the gas tank back? Thanks

[@speaksthetruth]

Quality

[@pierdolio]

How did you handle the licensing of this vehicle after it had been unregistered for so many years? What state are you in and did they try to charge you fees for each year that it was not registered?

[@jaimedenner7666]

Hey man. How much do you think these scooters are worth in the same condition as yours all original with manuals and original tools with only 1,500 miles? I recently purchased one that runs perfect and is the same exact model, color, and year as this one you have restored and I would like to know if I bought it for a good price and if it is worth allot.

[@marthiuxag8745]

¿Se pueden encontrar refacciones de esa motoneta. En 2023?

[@danogle9927]

NIICEEEE

[@rigscustoms7256]

Video on the e46s?? They look sick af

[@AidanTemplin]

Absolutely!! I’ll have a handful of BMW videos coming very soon!!

[@jakegoodpaster2208]

Ugh I want one so bad

[@Jay-vr8it]

Elbow grease baby!!

[@sk8ordie4691]

You scare tf outta me with that gas pressure washer lol you need a small electric one and put a larger size orifice nozzle on it to dial it back to 8-1200 psi so you don’t risk damaging things by accident, no hate have just seen too many things go wrong. Great video as always tho man, I’ve got a old Honda Helix that hasn’t been touched in a few years I might have to clean that bitch up now lol

[@kadoublen1983]

blue shewee funel?

[@angelseda2342]

What's the name of that instrumental I also have an 85 elite I'm bringing back

[@mrmackee123]

I had an 86 or 87 in white🥲

[@English_MoFo]

I had the new ‘85

[@felreaverguy]

dang we early early

[@evelitorocili5210]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥👍👍

[@grantgsus9837]

Meanwhile I get one, speedometer cluster is smashed, locks don't work, rusted out on bottom side, and doesn't start with a brand new carb 🥺

[@JoeKinsella-gl1wz]

The one I got was sitting for 8 years and with the air box cover opened it started almost instantly on 8 year old gas

[@JoeKinsella-gl1wz]

Mine was free and from 1986

[@JoeKinsella-gl1wz]

Needs a lot more work tho especially with the breaks being very stiff

[@openureyes]

Wow

[@rezjrprod]

What battery did you get for a replacement?

[@AidanTemplin]

Just a lil Motorsports battery from AutoZone, you fill the acid yourself. It’s like $40!

[@rezjrprod]

@@AidanTemplin thanks bud

[@bahlsmcgee619]

I used 🔥 on my faded black plastics

[@rosamuratalla8080]

La vendes ???

[@mikesegura1118]

Chea boi

[@pkaczynski]

Feelsgoodman.jpeg

[@AidanTemplin]

It do bro 😭

[@santiagochirrig5631]

delicious content, I uploaded videos more often !!!!!

[@AidanTemplin]

Soon bro!!

[@KARR]

Is that 80 yours? Would like to some video on it one day.

[@AidanTemplin]

The red one is my good friend Parker’s, but the yellow one in the background is mine!

[@KARR]

@@AidanTemplin I meant the landcruiser ha And nice yellow is cool!

[@AidanTemplin]

@@KARR ahhh true, misunderstood because the chassis code for the scoots are “CH80” hahahaha. But the FJ80 is my pops!

[@KARR]

@@AidanTemplin oh haha that’s funny, I was like damn them scoots 80cc beast! Yeah those landcruiser are awesome I have had a few of them. Your vids are dope dude keep it up.

[@asht0nwilliams]

i love you

[@AidanTemplin]

Aye I love you dawg 🥺

[@iulianciocan5672]

sooo... lemme get this straight ... you just start it and it runs ?? ... no clugged carburator ... no new spark plug ... no swap fuel / vacuum hoses ? that gas looks more fresh than my gas from 1 day ago xD cmon man ... i have a gilera runner vx 125 2010 and its been sitting for 4 years ... the fuel lines were breaking into little pieces ... gas smelled and looked like old peoples piss ...just starts after 15 years .. yea right :))) hahahaha

[@atomicblikz]

Horrible moto beautiful video

[@MrRyanlackey]

Buy ruckus’s people these aren’t cool. All my good deals are disappearing.

[@ciogon]

the most idiotic thing about these manny years old abandened engines,is starting it with the old oil inside......

[@HoschtonBoy]

Good video terrible music

[@user-xw3rc4lk1n]

I bougth a honda elite deluxe 1985 abandoned in a old farm for $100 dlrs, now is a good scooter 🛵