Riding a 1981 Yamaha DT175 Enduro Motorcycle Through 5 Miles of Hell

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The 5 Miles of Hell trail located in southern Utah has long been known as one of the toughest and most challenging trails an off-road motorcyclist can hope to take on. Completing this trail on a modern dirt bike is a chore in it's own, but how about taking an old $500 dirt bike through the gauntlet that is 5 Miles of Hell? Well, in our 5MOH $500 Motorcycle Challenge we do exactly that. In this video, we follow on-board with Justin as he navigates his vintage 1981 Yamaha DT175 through the beautiful yet grueling sandstone formations on 5 Miles of Hell.
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[@rmatvmc]

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[@suzuki06g]

Hey, just spotted this video, nice job! Have to admit that I just so happen to have purchased a '78 DT-175 that isn't running very well. There's a chance that the carb may not be original but even so, is there any chance that you could tell me what the jetting is on your bike? Thank you.

[@Billy28376]

That's awsome. Really cool series. You should make it a yearly thing.

[@P4ddyC4ke]

Y'all need to do this challenge again! It was fun revisiting this with your POV perspective.

[@XblkXlblXsk8r]

The DT175 is an awesome trail bike with some slight gearing adjustments...I race mine in AZOP GP races and it's a blast!

[@matthewbrown4834]

This series literally got me back into bikes. I binged the whole mini series. Had an old xl250 when I was younger. After finishing the series I went out and got a cr250r trail modded it and started riding with a few buddies. Haven't found another series like this. The terrain you ride is the gnarliest fun riding I've seen. Hope for some more videos and series like this! P.S. I started ordering from you guys at Rocky for all my parts, and cannot believe how fast they get here. (NB Canada) over a week faster then the parts I ordered from one province over the same day!!

[@rmatvmc]

Wow, that is awesome and exactly why we make these videos! Glad you're finally back out enjoying the trails. Thank you for the feedback, we appreciate it!

[@amam-sq6hh]

Wow just reading this from nb canada too small world I grew up riding old yamahas with my dad who rode an 81 dt175. Hes 69 years old and still riding it. They are great old bikes

[@GuillermoHANSZ]

Oh yes, I'm keeping my 98 DT for the rest of my life. Great ride there!

[@mal-wx6tu]

Doing it old school 😁, it shows how far we have come, my 1978 DT250E was my first bike, it was great then I had XL/XRs pre Prolink, I put FoxShox on them, those were the days!!

[@KingCast65]

I just finally got my own DT at 55. '79 F. Yellow. About to port it facebook.com/KingCast/videos/10219127105628105

[@Senninha1960]

Bro you need your own channel restoring and riding old bikes! Loved your detail and engagement when fixing the old girl up 👍👍👍👍

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks a lot! - Justin

[@Geetarhed]

Another great vid from Rocky Mountain ATV! Demonstrates focusing on riding skills rather than the latest and greatest machines might be a better choice. Great riding guys

[@thicc_filet9303]

More vids like these please!

[@yowser8780]

DT1 was a pretty good bike back in it's day. Still handled that rough stuff.

[@andybrooks4070]

i love the vintage bikes, watching 5 miles of hell series is what got me into bikes specifically the vintage bikes, I would love to get one but im an atv guy at heart and would love a vintage bike like wes' yz125 or even the dt, an rm125 or 250 would also be cool but finding parts is just not easy

[@angelmartin2243]

I’m restoring a 1978 Yamaha DT 175, but have no motorcycle experience and seeing this series gave me the confidence to keep going.

[@rmatvmc]

You can do it!

[@angelmartin2243]

Rocky Mountain ATV MC Put on the last touches today, and it’s now street legal ✊

[@rlmartin1988]

Epic, just epic. Well done and thanks for sharing.

[@danmanthe9335]

Ridden like a rockstar!

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

Also super impressive how you handle that old banger!

[@DaleWalkerHoleshot]

What a day of fun, and great riding guys !

[@oldladycrenshaw]

This is great stuff. Vintage is so cool. Thx for the vid.

[@danbee6407]

This was the main reason I was so interested in this series! The old YZ was a treat to watch as well. We just brought a 1975 Suzuki TS185 back from the dead! She runs like a champ. We finished the bike for a grand total of $478 xP Nothing like the bottom end of an old "3 stroke" ;] Hahah.

[@rmatvmc]

Awesome! Good job giving it a 2nd life! I have a 1974 TC185 I am fixing up as well. The TC is basically the same as your TS but has a hi and low transmission and E-start. Sure it weighs about 50lbs more than the TS, but it is sweet! - Justin

[@reckless3008]

Just picked up a 75 dt250 mint for $500 and a chainsaw 👌 I learned on the 175 black and blue tank had it for years so this bike brings back lots of amazing memories

[@rmatvmc]

Sounds like a steal. Congrats on the new bike! 👍

[@thewatcher5271]

I Really Enjoyed Your $500 Series & Your Bike Was My Favorite. I'd Love To Have An Old Bike Like That. You Guys Are So Lucky! Reminded Me Of My Youth So I Subscribed.

[@rmatvmc]

That's awesome! We're glad you liked the series! The DT is more fun to ride than a modern bike on trails like these.

[@mikzsiason3592]

Im working on restoring my dad's old dt 175 too. I love this video. Keep it up guys.

[@AUBREYTHOMAS1979]

It looks like that was waaaaay to much fun!

[@DC8223]

That looks so fun!

[@paulh.5691]

What footage and nice comment to it. The backdrop would remind one of outlaws and Indians chasing you. But perhaps I've just seen too many westerns. Regards from The Netherlands.

[@grahamellis29]

I'm pretty blown away, I just bought a 1980 DT175 and watched the owner ride it around his property, but i just stare at it, I haven't been on a bike in 25 years, but $350 was hard to turn down 😅

[@kingstonlabelle6954]

it’s strange those Yamaha 175s go for anywhere from $300-$600 all day long I’m about to pick up one this weekend for $350

[@cole4406]

@@kingstonlabelle6954man where are you guys at? They’re getting expensive in CA Part of it is because they can be registered on the street in CA and that’s rare.

[@TheRayford13]

Thanks for showing the xtra footage. That looked hella fun!

[@rmatvmc]

It really was! I can't wait to go back on the little DT! - Justin

[@wa7215]

Dude, that is some gnarly stuff all you guys are doin..! 😳 That’s some damn good ridin, and well done to all of you, and that little DT175 is just an AMAZING Lightweight Enduro ..MACHINE…!! 😉😁👍

[@ThePhotofred]

I rode both CT1 175s and DT1 250s on Colorado trails and deserts for years. I've been riding TW200s and XT225s for a while, but your series of vids has enticed me to go on the hunt for another CT or DT 175. They are hard little bikes to beat.

[@rustyoldwrench6386]

Looks like fun! It does show the skill you have👍

[@rmatvmc]

thanks!

[@cm_wooten4250]

You are an absolute beast!

[@Efemedio1]

My cousin had this bike, but his was silver! Thank you for the awesome content!

[@MrFezco]

DT 125 1978 was my first “big” bike. Great memories

[@tedrussell902]

I had a 1978 DT 175 new.....best bike!!!

[@deborahchesser7375]

That will always be a great little bike

[@slipweasel]

You sir are a very good rider.

[@rmatvmc]

Well you know what they say, "it's not the rider, it's the bike!"

[@Tailchaser73]

Love the bike. I wanna get myself one.

[@kaldtonde]

Justin, this series has made me decide to get an old air cooled two stroke. So thanks for another project!

[@rmatvmc]

Awesome! Did you get one yet? - Justin

[@kaldtonde]

@@rmatvmc Yes i did! I got a 78 KE175. Doing a complete tear down and restore. Which incidentally has also inspired me to start vintage parts and restoration service as a side gig.

[@danielamighetti6890]

That Dt175 was one of the top performers, crazy how reliable it is...

[@JoeMaxFpv]

That little bike ripped. Obviously your skills made it. But awesome riding.

[@rmatvmc]

thanks. Turned out to be a great bike for this riding! - Justin

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

It would be really cool to see a similar vid starring each bike and rider from your $500 challenge!

[@TheTWhite]

Does this mean we will get to see each bike from the series broken down into individual episodes?? Loved the whole series of you all fixing the old bikes for this ride.

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks for checking out all the videos! We may or may not have another 5MOH on-board video coming tomorrow ;)

[@cowboycandyvending1574]

I think I got the same bike it's red that looks like yours that's pretty inspiring cool video

[@connorklevesahl7846]

Cool stuff

[@skitownstreetcred]

This is amazing! Is this the 5 miles of hell in Craig? I just got my 81 DT running again and it's such a blast!!

[@vishnunair3687]

5:27 wtf did I just see? You’re a badass Justin😎

[@mt1885]

Those engines were notorious for the crank seal going out on the trans side and it would burn the tranny oil leaving a cloud of smoke. Talking about the Yamaha 125/175/200 engines. - DT/IT/YZ all of the air cooled ones.

[@DrSweetshaft]

Awesome

[@michaelwachsmuth1583]

I wasn't expecting much when you said hell. But holy shit i can't believe that thing is still in one piece!

[@cerulyse]

I love it in the UK this sort of terrain would have some sort of nature conservancy on it and you could barely be allowed to walk on it 😆

[@cowboycandyvending1574]

Wowdude tearing it up .moto for real

[@fallbangskid8304]

You sir Rule!

[@dualdorks]

I traded a case of beer to a guy that didn't want this bike years ago. It was such a fun bike. Wish I still had it haha

[@diesellib]

Take the same bikes and do another epic trail or trip!!!!!

[@KingCast65]

Dude. Wow. You have #nofear and plenty of talent.

[@thijmenhoogbruin2269]

I just turned 17 today and I'm thinking about buying a dt175 1980 and for now I'm just tryna convince the parents Nice vid

[@ka4172]

Super nice Video!I watch the complete video series "outstanding" i like to watch old smaller sized trail bikes like DT 175,, TTR 225 ,CRF 230 compete with newer bikes at realy though trial like obstacles when you have the experience! Many beginners are overwhelmed by there newest KTM race ready bikes!Damned what can he do with a It175? ha ha!

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks. Yeah, you don't need a new bike to have fun. You just need a bike! - Justin

[@johnnydangerously9426]

The bikes of that time were not made to do that extreme stuff . But then again you did it anyhow . Shows you don’t need to spend a lot of money to get a great motorcycle 😎

[@gardeningplus7271]

You need montesa or bultaco for that hill i had dt 175 took the motor out and installed it on 1977 yz did some changes and everytime i shifted gears front of the bike come up.cheers.

[@caindenham6406]

I have that same bike just 1979

[@pryme2013]

This was my first of many dirt bikes, same color even. I would push it 3 miles all the way to the local MX track and back home again after a day of riding before I even had a drivers license. With it’s 2” of suspension provided by writing pen springs I almost broke my ankles many times coming down off of jumps this bike had no business taking.

[@SWTrailsAndWheels]

I really want to see more of the cameraman (and one other?) riding the CRF230F(s). I may attempt 5MOH on my 230F next year and want to see some inspiring footage ;)

[@rmatvmc]

So I was one of those cameramen, and I say do it! The CRF230F was perfect for that terrain. Just make sure you're jetted correctly and maybe get some wrap around hand-guards and you can't go wrong! Sorry we don't have more footage of the 230's. You don't get many chances to turn the camera around on yourself when you're the camera guy - Josh

[@twotonez1141]

This looks fun AF!

[@pepperbungholes9104]

I have an identical 1981 dt 175 and that bike was almost invincible the position rings were shot ( it still ran) the piston was put in backwards ( it still ran) the oiler literally started sucking dust and shit into the motor ( it still ran ) I did blow the top end but shes fixed now and is still running strong

[@mxracerguy]

Nice. my crank bearings are loose, but it keeps going! I was afraid of them going out, but the bike keeps going to this day! - Justin

[@PatriotNC1]

I started riding on a bike similar to this ( A Suzuki ) back in 1979. Not even close to the suspensions you have now. When you rode these bikes, you RODE them. :)

[@rmatvmc]

I have a 1974 TC 185 as well. the suspension sucks compared to the DT175. The TC wouldn't have been as fun through here, but it is a fun bike. - Justin

[@marlonordonezr]

Fuga de aceite de manguerita de motor ¿Cómo le soluciono amigo ?

[@guerrinlove69]

Just picked up one of these that sat for 32 years with only 1300 miles on it. Going to be using the engine for a backyard shifter cart and will be using a KXT250 rear end. Any recommendations on tweaks or modifications for these engines? Already got Boyeson reeds ordered and a carb rebuild kit on standby.

[@THS033]

You can use certain year Yamaha IT 175 heads to bump compression WAY up did it to my dt 175 and it's a huge difference in power. You need to run high octane gas though

[@guerrinlove69]

@@THS033 thx homie, will dig into that a little more!

[@HenryDarr]

You should do another one this time with 5k spent on the bikes.

[@edjacobson8480]

These bikes need to come back from Honda, Yamaha, and Suzuki in a updated form that that are inexpensive play bikes because this is all that people need.

[@brandonlewis2916]

I want to see a dr200 on 5 miles of hell

[@cowboycandyvending1574]

I got mine for 300 bucks has 3000 miles on it .and I've got a blue it 175 for 300 and honda 500xs with the 23 inch front tire for 250.

[@Toad_Moto]

You should do a video riding 5 Miles of Hell on a Honda Monkey or Classic 125. Haha

[@andrewdelinski928]

Could you do a exhaust buyers guide

[@rmatvmc]

Thanks for giving us your input, that's a great video idea!

[@jeswingeorge2445]

Hmm.. Interesting

[@panic-revv85]

I've got parts for that. In springville.

[@rmatvmc]

Justin needs to link up with you! - Wes

[@panic-revv85]

Any time. Find me on FB Bud Woodruff with a yzf in the pic.

[@rmatvmc]

@@panic-revv85 Wes failed to tell me about this. I will get with you. Thanks! - Justin

[@moxxiethepossum6894]

rip front bumper

[@outdoorshack7541]

Is that stock suspension?

[@rmatvmc]

Yes it is! I added a little oil to the forks for some more hold up but they are stock. - Justin

[@thatcoalminer275]

If 500 bikes made it like that you all should bump up thd budgets to 1000

[@bcouri1]

down to 300 would be more of a challenge, no?

[@WesleyRomeo]

My channel features the modern DT175. Check it out! Just got the Tusk Adventure front tire for it too.

[@rmatvmc]

I checked it out! very nice! i would love to get my hands on a new one! thanks - Justin

[@WesleyRomeo]

@@rmatvmc Cheers! I bet u would!

[@dja1353]

how come there’s not a bunch of dead motorcycles on those trails?

[@tayloralvarez8916]

Is it just me or did this video seem wayyy longer then 23 minutes

[@andiweave]

WhyTF would you ride across that?

[@rmatvmc]

Why wouldn't you?

[@jack_hodorowski2279]

Kx125 build

[@tuber0350]

$500? UK that'd be a £2000 + bike..

[@beardedrancher]

Post inflation redo.

[@pickleberryyum404]

This is a cool video but alot of these channels advertise these 500 400 300 dollars bike projects and the thing is its kind of cheating when your a channel with connections. A regular Joe couldn't get a bike like that for 500 dollars. Not very realistic

[@bones6173]

Nope

[@gerald4133]

Nice Ride! I almost was killed on a street bike by a 70 yr old man in a station wagon. Dirt bikes rule, much safer. 🏍️