So You Want A Classic Motorcycle... A Short Story

[@talltom1129]

People think I'm crazy for buying 15 vintage motorcycles but once I retire, I'll have something I love to do as opposed to watching TV or yelling at kids to get off my lawn 😅😅

[@misplacedgarage]

They’re definitely a great use of time! Or at least in my opinion! Thanks for watching!

[@Mr39knuck]

Hey! Get off my lawn you rotten kids 😂. It just feels so good to say that doesn’t it?

[@ManiacRacing]

I just bought a 1972 TS185 after 30 years without a bike. Found a real low hours treasure and it runs like a top! Slowly restoring it this summer.

[@misplacedgarage]

That’s awesome! There are still gems out there!

[@user-dw2tm3jm5h]

I have a Honda 1978 cb750k Gave the guy $1200 for it

[@adam-qf2vz]

I had two TS185's in the 70's wish I had my TS now.......

[@ManiacRacing]

@@adam-qf2vz I really wanted one back in the day since the early ones were TS125 frames with a big engine. Never could afford one back then

[@mikehuesser1058]

Thanks, your video so funny and so true. I love the feeling of finding old bikes. Careful or you may end up a single, 69yo guy w/90 bikes in the barn. Enjoy every day and ride safe.

[@misplacedgarage]

It happens… Thank you for watching! Ride safe too

[@talltom1129]

I'm 65 and only have 15,and I still envy you!😊

[@Mr39knuck]

We all love a treasure hunt!

[@dale8402]

Thank you for this.Its real collecting and the sounds i remember so well.

[@misplacedgarage]

Of course! Thank you for watching!

[@ryandrummond483]

I like the mix up of the video style, nice addition

[@misplacedgarage]

Thank you!

[@blakewixom2893]

it's nice having a classic motorcycle that you CAN ride everywhere. I got a 1976 honda goldwing gl1000, It's been across the state of michigan several times, I take it to work as much as I possibly can during the summer time, it's an absolute joy to cruise, and after a bit of elbow grease, regular maintenance, and work on the electricals and ignition, and timing belt replacement of course, It has been very reliable and has never left me stranded.

[@misplacedgarage]

I couldn’t agree more! Something than can be ridden reliably is monumental in the vintage world! Glad you’re keeping an old bike going. Thank you for watching!

[@stevemiller5350]

One of the 2 old Hondas you can get parts for. Not all of them but some.

[@stevemiller5350]

Parts are available only for a few Japanese motorcycles. If you want a classic bike look elsewhere. Germany. Great Britain. USA.

[@blakewixom2893]

@@stevemiller5350 I can get parts for any goldwing, any of the common cb bikes, and trail bike models in the US, parts are plentiful and haven't had any issue getting parts, the only thing I've had a hard time with is getting original exhaust setup that's usable for my bike

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Old bikes are fun, I have a 1970 XS650 chopper conversion, 1970 Trail 90, 1978 ATC90 and a 1985 Honda XR350R. They keep you humble, learning things that are long forgotten like points, carburetors, compression release.

[@misplacedgarage]

Great collection! Absolutely they do require some old school methods to keep them going

[@dollyforme]

Hey Maison, in Britain this reality is known as Sods Law, in Ireland it's Murphy's Law, ( anything that can go wrong will go wrong )

[@misplacedgarage]

Very neat info! I couldn’t agree more, wish it wasn’t that way though!

[@mikewebb2638]

So funny, thanks! I had 2 TS 185's. The sound of your 250 is pretty good.

[@misplacedgarage]

I’ve had a TS185 in the past aswell, definitely similar sounding. I think the 250 it’s just a little more punchy. Thank you for watching!

[@mikewebb2638]

@@misplacedgarage My tail light didn't last long once I got on some mountain trails. Good luck with all that!

[@Mr39knuck]

Kid… you are on the right path and you see things much more clearly and deeply than others do 😅.

[@misplacedgarage]

Thank you! Haha

[@patrickhackett3878]

I raced a TS125 with mods in expert MX for years. It NEVER EVER broke!

[@misplacedgarage]

That’s awesome!! So far mine had been tremendous reliable! Thanks for watching!

[@rachelleybee]

The Yamaha is my personal favorite. I'd like to see more comparison videos! Especially Japanese vs other older motorcycles.

[@misplacedgarage]

Absolutely! I’ll see what I can do

[@JMKGarage]

Hahaha, oh man this is so relatable… even my kids and wife said you this me 😂

[@misplacedgarage]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@chaselewis7747]

Really good video. Subbing with the hope for more content like this!

[@misplacedgarage]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@NickHellings-zq8xt]

Like the TS250 !

[@bewilderment9268]

I have 2 classics paid $100 each. First is a 1974 CT90. Got it running, bought a carb, chain, F&R tires and tubes. Got about $325 in it now. Second is my 1978 Yamaha XT500. It sat in the open west Texas desert for 12+ years. Got it fired up. Bought a carb, F&R tires and tubes and just replaced the clutch cable. Got about $450 in it now. Both run well and are fun.

[@misplacedgarage]

That’s awesome! Always happy to hear old bikes getting new life!

[@cherylbradley7408]

Loved this video

[@chucknology_]

And after all of that, you sell it for a few hundred and then a few years later you browse marketplace and they've gone up 100x in price. XD

[@misplacedgarage]

That’s the unfortunate truth lol

[@jimmarshall807]

I've had three Suzy TS trailbikes (amongst a number of other bikes) in my 60+ years and if you get a good one they are unkillable. And if it's already been killed, it's usually down to previous owners'' neglect or mechanical incompetence. And while they're not rocket ships they're still a (2-stroke) blast to ride.

[@misplacedgarage]

Awesome! This one seems to be quite the tank on the trails! Thanks for watching!

[@jimmarshall807]

@@misplacedgarage the 185's generally considered the best for trail riding. It's much smaller and lighter than the 250 and (for a small 2-stroke) has a reasonable midrange. The 125 is pretty much the same size as the 185 but needs to be revved more, plus the 185 has maintenance-free electronic ignition while the 125 has points.

[@grahammatthew4044]

totally sums it up! lol

[@buxvan]

I share your pain. I can’t stop buying old bikes to restore & have the same problems as you. Great when it finally gets sorted (after spending loads of time & money) It’s an addiction 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@misplacedgarage]

Absolutely! It’s a blessing and a curse. Thank you for watching!

[@markkumanninen6524]

Dire truth can be funny sometimes. I rode a TS125 in 1975-76, then some bugger stole it. I'd love that TS250. Now there's DR650 in my garage.

[@misplacedgarage]

Sucks someone stole it! But hey at least you’ve got a bigger/better bike now!

[@johnwhite3664]

I got the best vintage motorcycle first year of 1987 yamaha tw 200 still can parts and after market parts, been in production for 35 years hasn't changed much

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Older is better- to a point. I like to have suspension and brakes that work if Im going to ride. The oldest thing I have is an '82 IT490 wearing the thinner YZ bodywork. The one that gets the most seat time is my '96 CR500 & '97 KX500. Currently restoring my '88 CR500.

[@misplacedgarage]

I couldn’t agree more. The dual rear shocks do leave your spin feeling pretty stiff. You’ve got a lot of big bore stuff! That’s awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@rock-n-roll4865]

Just finishing up a 70 honda 350 ss for a customer . he's got more into it than its worth . parts are out there tho some are obsolete .

[@misplacedgarage]

It happens. I prefer to get them just good enough and not over do it. But there’s nothing like an old bike in perfect condition. Couldn’t agree more some are a lot harder to find than others…

[@loganmickelson7008]

I like it. Picasso

[@user-y6l8o]

I like the change up

[@misplacedgarage]

Thank you!

[@keltanf]

Very true, definitely do not have multiple old motorcycles here

[@misplacedgarage]

It happens to the best of us…

[@NickHellings-zq8xt]

As the saying goes...and for classic bikes, buy the best you can afford.

[@JohnDoe-pm3oq]

I don't understand this video. I've got a cream puff 1975 Yamaha DT 125 with factory electric start. Bought it dandy shape for very little money. Also have 1988 K75S that's concourse condition. Price was okay and spent a lot of time going through the bike. Replaced every single oil and water seal, rebuilt throttle bodies, and a bit more. It purrs like it was brand new.

[@elgringoec]

I love vintage motorcycles. I have a few. But they don't ride like modern bikes.

[@misplacedgarage]

They certainly don’t ride like modern ones. But sometimes that’s the most fun part! Thanks for watching!

[@SuzukiJim]

And if that's not enough trouble for ya, buy a Triumph car.😆

[@HairyBowls]

Wish it was a TM

[@misplacedgarage]

Yeah… But it’s also nice to be able to ride it on the road

[@andecap1325]

Plus don't ride in the rain..these bikes are mostly steel,not plastic.

[@misplacedgarage]

I like to keep the bikes in tip top shape but I do actually ride them. I’ve put down many miles in dirt, mud and rain on those old bikes and have enjoyed every second of it!

[@siroccowind736]

Maybe get one not so old, where parts aren't that hard to get.

[@misplacedgarage]

Where’s the fun in that? lol

[@dr.hugog.hackenbush9443]

Ive made parts on some of my old bikes. To my knowledge, they're still going. (Sold many of them).

[@amato-bc]

rusty tanks,citric acid,bolts, boiling water………

[@ianbrown5486]

Yea man they are a lot more than a bike they are your life yea

[@misplacedgarage]

Absolutely!

[@ShaunSavage-kl9pd]

Ts250 suzuki savage worse bike i ever owned. Cdi issues.

[@misplacedgarage]

I’ve had a great experience with this one so far!