Forgotten For 21 Years, the Freedom Factory Motorcycle REBUILD Begins!

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Today we finally dig out the old motorcycle that's been sitting in the Freedom Factory shop since I bought it!
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[@CleetusM]

Motorcycle content on this channel.... even I never thought it would happen

[@OmnipotentJohnny]

Hey cleet love your vids keep up the great content Hell yeah brother 🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🇺🇲🦅🦅🦅

[@BlunterSales]

cleet has touched almost any machine you can drive

[@HunterLeake-zp9sz]

What’s up Cleetus!

[@Longerbeamer]

It’s always welcomed! Let me come smoke some tires at FF

[@nofearcbr]

We need more BROTHER BUT BIKELIFE like when you had the 50stunted crf

[@user59371]

Wow he really bought a 2nd TRX 😂 Cleet really is a man of the people

[@breakupgoogle]

im dying laughing at the panic buy. so great. the b pillar isnt that bad lol.

[@CleetusM]

Desperate times call for desperate measures

[@extremecheddarswityomom]

@@CleetusM no one will ever be desperate enough to go buy a 2 door TRX. We've seen what it looks like...now you will never hear someone say "i wished they made the TRX in rcsb form"

[@chasejones3247]

@@extremecheddarswityomomI will still say it lol. This is the coolest truck ever

[@philabowl8073]

I think cleetus just wants to keep the 2 door.

[@tomign7425]

Cleet, the 2 door TRX never bothered me personally. But your commitment to making your fans happy is astounding

[@NightWolfsHAMMER]

Cleet you didnt miss. You absolutely didnt miss big time. That 2 door TRX was a badass idea and IS badass! I would 100% take the 2 door over 4 door.

[@JackThelRipper]

Same!! It’s unique and will probably be the only one like it’s kind floating around since it was a custom job and Cleet and his crew were all over it!

[@adamriale9065]

Seeing that stub of a truck towing the 4door made it look like a airport tug moving a 747 😂😂

[@tacticalmattress]

Literally my thoughts, thank you lmao

[@Xy11212]

Your hurting that motor more than anything soaking it in break clean! Get a can of ether and tap a couple puffs in there and try it if it didn’t idle its not going to run!! cool project though that things going to be fun

[@joeblow8206]

Bending the frame like dodges are known for. Look at the gap dif between the cab and bed top and bottom. Ruined it towing that trailer

[@Julio-cq1jt]

It’s cuz it’s a Ram lol the Ford and Chevy two door bet did really well so yes it was a miss by Cleet

[@robertc49]

@@Xy11212 Dude, you replied to a comment that has nothing to do with the motorcycle.

[@synystersnips4829]

every single person who sh*t on the stub-rex better buy some merch after this 😂

[@briskettaco]

lol @ “Stub-Rex” 😂😂

[@CleetusM]

They have to!!!!

[@racebanning6390]

RIGHT!!!!! Ant Stuff a Baby Bottle in their Orders for Naptime!!

[@bob1tattoo]

Nope …still don’t want a dodge…..

[@erikrobbins4792]

​@CleetusM you're known to take risks, so far all of your risks have paid off. When you show us what you're planning with shorty, I'm sure it will also pay off.

[@jmiller8605]

I've rebuilt the carbs on a GS650L, also a 4 cylinder. The diaphragms/boots under the top caps were hard to figure out as a problem. Hold em up to the light and if you see holes the cheap temporary fix is to apply a thin layer of finger nail polish to fill the holes. Not too much to make em brittle.

[@SaucepanStan]

Man I’d take the 2 door in a HEARTBEAT. Even just for the unique factor. But also, cause it’s cool!

[@bradley3549]

That little bit of vinyl behind the door/window makes SUCH A DIFFERENCE.

[@AH-lw2bj]

Hell yeah man it looks way better!!

[@tylerkarper4193]

Agreed

[@gordonbowe]

1000%. Love it now

[@Guysm1l3y]

Do like a faux glass inlay on that chonky b pillar, make it look like the old Chevy "king cab" style. Don't need to actually cut a hole, just the look of a window there would help immensely.

[@johnhaas9984]

Should have put the vinyl Trump side profile decal in that spot!!!!

[@partmonster0704]

1977-1979 GS1000L. The round cam covers with two Phillips screws give away the year. Solid unit. Gonna need the following items: Brake Master Cylinder, Russell Steel Braid Lines, Tank Kreem (take out fuel level float assembly first), Pingel Fuel Petcock Valve, Appropriate Makuni Carb Rebuild Kit, Carb Sync Tool, Battery, Clutch Cable, Barrett Clutch Disks, Voltage Rectifier, Vance & Hines or Kerker 4 into 1 exhaust, Tires (Barracuda or Cheng Seng), Cam Cover Gasket, Front Shock Seals, Front Shock Rebuild Tool, Oil, Oil Filter, Spark Plugs (NGK), Turn Signals, Mirrors, Grips, Chain (most likely 630-96), EMGO Ignition Switch.

[@MrJet30]

I had about half of that list in my head, but the kerker 4 into 1 i have never heard that on a Suzuki, i use to have a KZ-750 kawasaki with a kerker and loved the sound, always wondered what it would sound like on another bike brand.

[@thehunt3744]

I've heard a Kerker 4 into 1 on a V65 Magna several times, I second that motion, best sounding pipes I've personally heard on any bike and especially on a four cylinder.

[@4funner66]

You nailed it, hope he can see this

[@grahamsenini8024]

That's if they were going to do a proper resto. They way they 'secured' the bike on the back of the tow truck resting on the front guard suggests to me that this'll be a hack job. Which is a shame because that bike looked relatively clean and undamaged. They should sell it to someone who would appreciate it.

[@regiets1]

So everything but the headlight and chassis

[@joedamewood1760]

Honestly. Shout out to Cleet for listening to the people. I think the 2 door is sick personally. But good to see him care about what the people want!

[@Sonofawildanimal4241]

Those carbs are tuned to the back flow of those mufflers. Have the carbs cleaned and tuned if you make modifications

[@lazyblazer]

Cleet just dropped a crap ton more $ only to keep a small percentage of his fans/followers happy. He knew good and darn well that most of us would absolutely LOVE the 2door!!! That just goes to show you how much he cares about us he goes out and buys a 2nd freakin beast of a truck just to keep all of us happy. What a guy. 👍👍👍👍

[@Humblebuiltinc]

💯💯💯💯💯

[@DildoModel]

That's right. All the way down. No choking. Definitely don't spit

[@glasscanine7420]

@@DildoModelname checks out L

[@evloftis4143]

I love the 2 door but with my family i would have to go with the 4 door

[@Neo-cu1qb]

Lol if you think giveaways cost him money you're a fool

[@codysooill]

Cleet doesn’t owe anybody. 2 door would’ve done great. But this shows his true character and heart. This guy is a man of the people! What a legend

[@Sanderly1820]

No he ain't, he hasn't done one giveaway for subscribers outside the states.

[@oioi0208]

@@Sanderly1820 brother doing a giveaway outside the states is pretty dumb to be honest, u have to do a car that passes legislation in other countries and I doubt that a car modded by cleetus would pass legislation in a country such as Germany for exp., so if he were to do it I would bring the level o the car itself way down

[@nickp646]

​@@Sanderly1820wahhh

[@Cracklingsoul]

Might owe the bank a lil😂

[@blakehartley4724]

@@Sanderly1820bro u r dumb

[@jhs1953]

Cleetus, you're the man. Finally a creator that listens to their viewers and never wants to disappoint them. Good job

[@bullhead360]

My Grandpa the pilot, RIP, had 3 of these over his lifetime, his favorite street bike he ever rode. He started with the 1000 and as he got older he downgraded to a 750 and then to a 500. The 500 was completely restored in secret by my Uncle and was gifted to him on his 75th birthday. Miss you Grandpa❤

[@bend185ont]

I love how cleet and squirrels restorations is really Zack and Ty’s repair 😂😂😂

[@TheTmaaan55]

It's both! Cleet and Squirrel restore it back to broken status, then Zack and Ty fix it!

[@mulletsmayhem492]

😂😂😂😂​@@TheTmaaan55

[@Kane3k]

This comment 👌😅

[@TommyGFPV]

Dude I died when he said "let's park it over by Zack's toolbox where Zack and Ty are working so we can get them to help whenever we need it." 😂😂🤣🤣

[@ReysGarage]

Haha so true 😂

[@drebendy]

I finished fixing my dad’s 1981 GS750L before he passed from cancer. Always think about the fond memories on such a great machine. Best feelin set bikes out there.

[@samlowry9276]

I still think the 2 door is dope. Having owned a 2 door,sport side, short bed truck. All the extra interior space is a huge bonus. But getting a second option for a GIVE AWAY makes me like the channel even more!

[@Nothingbutnet9]

Garrett, I can’t tell you how much it means to me when you post long videos like this. I think I speak for a lot of us when I say that times are rough. Mentally and emotionally and financially. Being able to put it all aside for a whole hour and just laugh and have a good time is so important to me. So thank you.

[@Cattywampus12]

Shut up dude it’s just a yt video lol

[@caseychase5359]

We need more hour long videos in our life!!!

[@bobbysmith2847]

I agree. These longer videos really make my day.

[@Cattywampus12]

Shut up dude it’s just a yt video lol

[@leaunderstaton1291]

AGREED!

[@tmeissen1218]

This is now the most rounded enthusiasts page on KZbin. Like rc stuff? It got it. Car stuff? Got it. Aviation content? Got it. Marine applications? Got it. Motorcycle stuff. Now got it. Fantastic man for real!

[@EncomHumanRecources]

I’m keep pestering him to get an *OFFSHORE POWERBOAT* last thing is for Cleetus to conquer the ocean

[@Ad-cl1xd]

@@EncomHumanRecources A rocket ship Ceetus in Space

[@ryanlamfers8692]

​@@EncomHumanRecourceshey don't threaten him with a good time like that.

[@nolansprojects2840]

Don’t forget the hovercraft content

[@goosenotmaverick1156]

​@@EncomHumanRecources he would be killer in powerboat I'm sure, after seeing the way he drives the sprint boats 😎 Add my vote to yours on this

[@JoshDickerson-rk5jp]

That’s why I love cleet he really pays attention to what the people want and he shows action lol love y’all man

[@Hanojsemaj]

I like the 2 door. You’re exactly right on why the B pillar is the way it is. Plenty of single cabs are that way.

[@Yz4Life]

Sam with the bondo file- “We have got the technology here” killed me😂😂😂

[@matthewstewart-sites6674]

Or how he said smoooth

[@MrChillaxin420]

All a depressed person needs to snap back is Sams smile and outlook on everything. Sam is truly the man.

[@nickgarbacz3578]

i had a 83 GS450T that i made into a care racer and a 82 GS1100 that was also somewhat of a cafe completely built the 450 had it down to the frame. Those bikes are very easy to work on and that one being a 1000 it would make a perfect cafe fast and nimble. Can't wait to see what you guys do with it!

[@JerGol]

All the content with Sam is just unbelievably wholesome! Love seeing that guy out here living his best life with the boys!

[@BradyMcCabe]

I just saw Sam at the bank AND at Walmart today. I was wearing my Sick Week 2023 hat and gave him the thumbs up as I left the bank. He was driving his single cab F150 like a boss. Truly "the motorsports man in Manatee County".....Garrett is a close 2nd!

[@jam2559]

A MOTORCYCLE!? I've learned to be a safe rider over the last 15 years, but I've also been riding since before I could legally get on the road...and I'm HERE for this. Boats, helicopters, dragsters, planes, and now motorcycles? I knew I subscribed years ago for a reason.

[@macbook802]

Its David MacFarland Steele's motorcycle, he rode to desoto raceway and he never left

[@RaymondCoggins-xd2re]

ME too

[@jam2559]

My heart does kinda hurt for that front fender though....I could be wrong, but I think they probably have a truck bed to transport that on LOL

[@JoshJones-37334]

I got my license and a GN125 for my 14th birthday in 1992. Since then I’ve had a couple of 650 and 750 Nighthawks, and a BMW K75 (how I learned jetronic) and a R1100RTP. Sometime I wonder if my folks were trying to get rid of me. J/K. My dad was an ag pilot and he wanted me to come work the load pit after school.

[@Hard_Right]

@@JoshJones-37334my mother rode a 750 night hawk lol

[@robertcardone8138]

Mad props to @cleetus for not only always responding to some comments or fb posts but coming on and acknowledging something didn’t agree with his fans and did something to make it right and owning it. Mad respect for that.

[@--_DJ_--]

I couldn't even finish watching the first video with the mini trx. I can't believe he just bought another one to make the people happy. What a guy.

[@jamesm8397]

Nothing better than watching you guys try to tow stuff. Makes my day.

[@gearhead8580]

I haven't won anything and I'm sure this will get skipped over, but the reason anyone like myself (an iron worker) is interested is because of the work ethic and the genuine care for your audience. I'm an old hat and you still do enough to be relatable that i can understand. Appreciate the effort!

[@efrenalcantar8310]

Did anyone else not forget about the budget boat builds ?! We need to see more of them on the channel

[@farmer87yj]

ya those boat challenges a while back ere great would love to see something like that again

[@El_Locotron2305]

Anyone that was crying about that B pillar doesn’t know anything about these mega cabs, very comforting. Either way thank you for going above and beyond. Hope to win one

[@Youhaverights6]

After a long ride i went to gas up my 1982 Suzuki 1100gsgl from the right side of the bike and as i leaned in to insert the nozel i didnt notice that my leg leveraged up next to the exhaust pipe and when i pulled my leg back my leg skin stuck like cheese. Watch those pipes while gasing. I could set the cruise control at 90 and kick back on the seat like a recliner with my feet kicked up on the tank. They are highly enjoyable to ride very stable at speed.

[@SCRB1GR3D98]

That GS1000 is sick as hell. Those engines sound amazing revved out with a straight pipe. Enjoy it! Its a great bike!

[@Noxidsignorantia]

Bike content annnnnnd its a big ole 1l suzuki! Sign me up these Gs 1000s are beautiful bikes.

[@coolhandlukebtw9231]

This is why you are the best KZbinr on the platform, you take chances and you listen to your audience and always deliver!!!

[@Cattywampus12]

You’re choking on it. Zip it up when you’re finished

[@uncxncerable]

@@Cattywampus12I mean lets be real tho, what other youtuber is buying a whole nother truck to give it away

[@bacoon6499]

@@Cattywampus12 god forbid a man give another man a compliment

[@pnwexplorer1122]

yeah he's the best because he caters to his little cry baby fans lmfao its a shame they can't be appreciative

[@FarmerFpv]

@@Cattywampus12 Aww, look at you trying to be all edgy and cool in a KZbin comment section. Isn't that cute? Narcissists can't handle others getting compliments. You had to make it gay, too. Daddy teach you that?

[@johncadden8369]

There is no better human being on this planet than Cleetus. Really a man for the people

[@dhag72]

Well, I'll say I absolutely 100% LOVE the 2 door. Even without its upgrades. Nice to have room behind the seats for a little sub box, or other storage behind it

[@dannydanko4627]

22:34 Cleets realization of how much time has passed since 2003 hits home 😂😭

[@s4ss.m8]

"Oh, yeah, so it's no big deal. .... 21 years... oh... didn't see that coming... 21 YEARS IT'S BEEN SITTING?!" 😂😂😂😂 The stages of realisation 😂

[@wyattjackson977]

Dude as a 1998 baby (I know I’m still “young” as they say) but I hated hearing that… I started kindergarten in 03 and as a now 26 year old I hate it. I used to hate school growing up but these days I would give anything to go back in time to do it again and try harder. To any kids reading this, PLEASE ENJOY YOUR TIME AS A KID…😭

[@SomebodysNephew]

That feeling only grows as you age too lol. The closer I get to 30 the more I need children too its odd. ​@@wyattjackson977

[@williamarthurs4362]

Cleet, those motorcycles(not really that exact trim level, but those GS1000s) are one of the GO TO drag bike foundations…. It’s time to enter some two wheeled classes on race weekend, boys!

[@oldmansyn1211]

as a guy that's 6 ft 2, thank you for the thought on that b pillar. there's not too many trucks for vehicles in general that I can fit in comfortably.

[@KenHughes-xj]

Crazy how some fans r mad about a truck when they can’t even afford to build it like cleetus

[@joshcarman2664]

Man I totally agree with everything you said. As another 6’5”ish feller you know my pain when you always adjust the passenger side seat before getting in your friends car and your knees still hit the dash. Then later driving they say” man you can scoot that seat back “ and you say” already did and always do.” You know what comfortably means!!!

[@ryanlamfers8692]

As goofy as that thing looks it also looks like the only single cab that would actually be decent to drive regularly.

[@TreachourusJdogg]

I loved the mid conversation realization that they needed to go drag racing right now. Lol.

[@goosenotmaverick1156]

That's gotta be an awesome thing to be able to do. Rolls up with new truck "We should go drag race em" Goes next door and drag races them practically immediately (as far as we know anyway) 😂

[@DavidFerree54]

This one took me back a little. I bought a brand new GS1000 in 1978. It was the fastest production bike on the road at the time, and with the flat bench seat was seriously hard to hold on sometimes.

[@lkajiess]

Man, this takes me back to when you guys first bought the place and were exploring all the buildings.

[@austin3627]

idk what people are smokin, but the 2 door is literally perfect. more space in a single cab is a win for everyone. its so unique how could you not like it

[@jakewillits4678]

I wonder whoever wins how long itll last until the motor explodes. If i won it thats the first thing id do run it until the motor exploded

[@pnwexplorer1122]

thinking the same thing, bunch of little cry baby fans if you ask me

[@thisvsthat6930]

No one is knocking the space. You can keep the length and use a 2 door cab door instead.

[@richhoops2413]

Most of them are probably trying what to be pissed about next. The same people will have something to say about him buying two.

[@rustysausage69]

I've never entered a giveaway so i don't care, but I can point and laugh when I see something funky. The 2 door is very very goofy looking, that's why I can't like it.

[@billmaster8947]

I’m 6’3 and the idea was well executed

[@CleetusM]

My dude!!!!

[@Average_zj]

Thank you 6’3 to

[@cap-tw8ci]

I agree I'm 6'4 and if the interior was smaller there ain't no way I'm fitting in it the extended b pillar was a amazing idea

[@alexbaines]

6’4 here and it is amazing 2 door truck. Shame I’m in the UK so can’t win it 😢

[@user-rx7ns4re9u]

No Midwest Drags this year Cleetus?

[@derickmilner1013]

That nub on the left switch set is a light on-off switch. But you have to take the cover off and grind a little stopper off the bottom that prevents it from moving.

[@philipsparrow7977]

The Suzuki GS range was super popular in the 80s here in the UK. Common exhaust "upgrade" was an Alpha 4 into 1 system, actually reduced performance but sounded awesome 😊

[@JakeDeLaMatter]

I think the 2 door is the coolest thing ever! Definitely need the extra leg room.

[@X1j5]

The Cleet & Squirrel stuff will never get old. I could watch one of these videos every day.

[@kylejprill]

Those bikes are stupid loyal. Had an XS1100 originally in my outlaw mod garden tractor. They've got okay power, nothing close to the modern liter bikes though. Awesome to see yall messing with one.

[@pauld1848]

In 6'8" and these regular cab trucks make me cry just a little. Even if the B pillar is chunky, I'm in for it.

[@russroyall5768]

Hell yeah brother we need more motorcycle content WE allllll want to see ole squirrel get that cr250 out on the channel!!!!

[@LegendCampbell]

The vinyl looks pretty damn good

[@Humblebuiltinc]

YES!

[@sandman11583]

Need to make those stickers dissappear and put some tinted wing windows

[@johnavonyates4105]

I agree

[@brianjhoov]

Yeah it does!

[@timfreeman5608]

Agree. Definitely made a difference. I wonder if he had posted the first video with the vinyl on would there of been as much hate

[@Rich_LMN]

as a large bodied man, I appreciated the thought for the extra room. however, the door itself is still small/short. so trying to cram yourself between the door jamb and steering wheel sucks.

[@SavageProductionsCars]

12:17 "See? Now does it seem like it was worth it, guys?" - Only beats the four door by a mini truck length Lol glad to see the options have been expanded for this giveaway!

[@bigflyed1]

Dude you’re the best KZbinr there is. The fact you actually listened to everyone and didn’t just give the truck away without the option to get the real truck. You’re awesome (6’4 btw)

[@kevinmenard6792]

Bro acting like it wasn’t a money making move. If people don’t buy merch the giveaway is pointless.

[@bigflyed1]

@@kevinmenard6792 I said KZbinr obviously it’s about money. He’s just a (regular) dude with some deep pockets from these videos and merch. Other KZbinrs would’ve ignored it cause they don’t care what regular people think

[@shawnomack3927]

The B-pillar decal definitely helped the look of the stubby TRX

[@stuartburgess6945]

GS range of bikes 45+ years old now I have the Wes Cooley Daytona replica S model & they rip four 29mm Mikuni slide carbs & good for 125mph+ with the right tuning drag racers loved the roller bearing crank bottom end some went to 1400cc bore & 200mph 😊

[@TheJasonolger]

Have fun tuning 4 carbs without that old-school vacuum tuner. Took me a year to find a guy to get my 83 Goldwing tuned right. And he was 80 years old.

[@jonahunger2981]

Cleet and Squirrel are an unparalleled combo. These restoration videos are incredible boys

[@xjhickman]

That little black on the cab made a big difference. Then seeing that 2 door next to the 4 door made the 2 door look so much more bad ass.

[@djhaloeight]

When George said “huh” when the arms were extending under the bike, that got me 😂😂😂😂

[@ThisisTyy]

Brother there’s already a concrete pad on the back of the track that you could build some framing to hold the plane in the air for an epic view and rent it out as a box office!!!! That sheet would look so freakin cool to see helt up in the air at the freedom factory!

[@MrHondarider01]

Cleet you’re such a genuine and honest guy. Caring about your fans more than your own money shows a lot and it’s awesome to see you’re going above and beyond to try and make people happy and enjoy what they have. You could have easily just taken a loss on the giveaway and waited till the next one but instead you gave people what they wanted instead of just saying screw it it is what it is.

[@James-vn8zb]

You're contradicting yourself. You said he cares more about the fans than his own money, and then followed it up by saying he could've just taken a loss, which implies he's ensuring that he makes money. I'm not saying he doesn't care about his fans, bc obviously he does, but these giveaways are to make money. There are people who buy merch who normally wouldn't bc they're hoping to win the giveaway and people who buy more merch to get more entries. Losing a portion of those people bc they're not interested in the prize could have a huge effect on the entire merchandise giveaway process. He made it clear when talking from a marketing perspective about the funnel that this was a financially motivated decision.

[@ThatGuy-nv7cx]

@@James-vn8zbit makes more sense for a fans> money perspective when you look at other giveaways done by KZbinrs. He could’ve given away the barely running Chrysler 300 and his giveaway would’ve generated roughly the same revenue. There’s obviously going to be a little more excitement around a more expensive truck, and while it will generate more revenue, it wouldn’t be proportional to what he spent. Obviously giveaways are meant to make money, but there’s a difference between milking your fans for every penny they have for an item that isn’t really worth it, and genuinely trying to give your fans something cool and worthwhile. Edit: for those who don’t believe people will spend insane amount of money for something unique associated with a KZbinr, WD sold Ferrari pieces for a total of almost $170k. People have also sold dirt. Keep that in mind.

[@wobblepopgaming]

4 door for sure. Stub doesn't look right. It makes a short bus look intelligent.

[@James-vn8zb]

@ThatGuy-nv7cx I'm well aware. WD sells shredded pieces of everything. Cleetus sold grass. However, that's a little bit different. They sell it as limited supply and it's still a money grab, but it's not a $5 shirt for $35, or a $200 Lego leroy. Next time, look at when Cleetus holds a shirt up during a merch plug and there's light behind it. You can see it's thin material for the most part. He knows that he sells way more merch by giving away a high-end item as opposed to a 2006 Kia. It's like the lottery. Sales are much higher when you can win a billion dollars. After someone wins the billion, sales are way down when it's "only" 90 million. It's the same tactic. You have to keep in mind that his profit margins on merch must be large enough to pay for the prize and make enough money for the giveaway to be worthwhile. He could easily sell the shirts for $15 or maybe less and not have a giveaway. So people are getting scammed to a certain extent. They're paying a lot of extra money for a slim to none chance at winning the prize. However, if that's what they're willing to do, whether it's to win the prize or just to support Cleet, that's up to them. It's just that I have seen people say they're broke, but they're going to spend what they have in hopes of winning, which is sad. I actually saw a person say that were spending everything bc they thought winning was their last chance before giving up on life. Sorry for the long-winded response. I just wanted to be as clear as possible.

[@ThatGuy-nv7cx]

@@James-vn8zb your lottery analogy makes sense when the prize is only about the money, but it’s not the same when KZbinrs give away items that hold special value or memories. For example, demolition ranch has given away many cheap cars in the past, but since they were in a lot of videos or held sentimental value to the channel, people went wild. Keep in mind that the profit margins from the merch specifically do not have to cover the costs of the giveaway. 150k+ *profit* is a lot to make on merch in such a short time. He can still do the giveaway at a loss and still come out ahead due to how many videos he makes on the truck. The real money isn’t what he’s profiting from the merch, it’s the extra videos and eyes on the channel that’s driving the long term profit.

[@EthelJung-j5w]

USE THE FACTORY JETS! Clean them out good, use all the seals/o oring’s/gaskets from the kits! Motorcycle tech for 10 years, you’ll thank me later I definitely cringed at this, but I deal with people bringing me these exact bikes for a safety on the daily… I get the excitement

[@Jeff.78]

Bot😩

[@FauxQue-yk8dt]

21 years of corrosion? I'm going to bet they aren't rebuildable.

[@DTGTDetectingTheGoldenTriangle]

100% correct. I'm also a mechanic 👍

[@freedomfox8183]

My favorite bike is my carbureted GSX-R ... Mainly because I can do everything myself on it still lol whenever my 2022 GSX-R 1000 finally has an issue I'm sure I'll have to take it in if it has anything to do with the fuel system other than a bad injector

[@90Seconds2Midnight]

Stop replying to bot comments.​@@DTGTDetectingTheGoldenTriangle

[@lestaylor3641]

Nice bike. Back in the day that front tire , a metzler me33 lazer was so well liked that racers would use them on the track. I used it on a few of the 40 bikes ive had. 👍👍👍✌️

[@krakhedd]

I'm glad Jackstand chose to stick with the brand. His reaction when he figured out the Suzuki was priceless!

[@dylanhurley7204]

I wasn't really excited about the stub until he offered the 4 door😂😂 Mini all the way!

[@alontorres9780]

Cleet, don't let the haters get to you. You make amazing content. You're not always going to go viral, but we, your loyal subscribers, will be here for the ups and downs.

[@quickdeuce]

One good thing about those haters,, their comments HELP the videos algorithm BIG TIME. Our ol buddy Cleetus MAKES BANK with every comment 🙂

[@Lift33d]

Very True

[@kevinmenard6792]

The haters not buying merch affects his income so he has to cater to them.

[@xiden3559]

Almost finished restoring a 1981 Gs850 G. The little brother to this bike. Looks identical

[@danielbutcher6624]

Cleet always goes above and beyond. aside from the epic content, this is why i love this channel. keep it up guys...... also would be a very hard choice to choose between the 2 for me. 2 door looks so fun.

[@trainwreckfilms]

Literally when Squirrel said “gonna hit a swerve check” I was drinking water and spit it out laughing.😂

[@motohomeless9168]

Replace both tires. Old tires are slick. Also, go through the brakes before you ride it. Odds are the pistons are seized in the calipers. You can soak in penetrating lubricant, then force it out with shop air (just aim it into a box with towels they can come out with some force.). Put some new seals in the calipers and you should be nearly there. Old Japanese bikes are reliable and easy to work on. No surprise that it fired right up! Also, get a JIS screwdriver. Those Phillips heads aren’t Phillips heads. You will strip them out. Vessel makes good ones. It will become your favorite screwdriver! My channel is nothing but Motorcycle content. Rebuilding old bikes. Feel free to check it out!

[@isaacclark6749]

This

[@curtisss]

Seconded on the JIS screwdrivers, I learned the hard way on a scooter and it was NOT fun

[@Salt_Life_Sci]

I always love Jackstand’s little shop tricks.

[@Gusbus-s7z]

Hell yeah bruther! Yall should definitely bring back the good ol’ science experiments n try out cuttin y’alls spark plugs tips a lil shorter and test before and after on if it gets yall some mo hp! Love yall content brutha!

[@ProjectWrx]

Best feeling is when your 10 min in and check to see if the videos almost over but you still got 40 gosh darn minutes left.

[@zenn161]

Been a fan since 1320, Cleetus, you're the man. I haven't been able to watch every day because life, but this makes me so happy. I have rode an 80 model gs1000gl for a couple years now. I love this bike, 10k clutchless shifting, 7500 miles, and 1 dead deer later and I still daily this girl.

[@garrettferry8266]

This guy's been a fan for 704 years!!

[@etimc]

😂😅 - 1320 was one of the first original cars and street racing channels - Cletus got his start recording video for them ​@garrettferry8266

[@garrettferry8266]

@@etimc 😂😂 1320 is a great channel that's just how my stoner brain read the comment lol

[@p.i.staker886]

That little bit of vinyl did a world of good for the appearance on that B pillar.

[@Notta_Mechanic]

Dang cleet, you the man! Satisfying the haters and bringing motorcycles onto the channel. Personally I like the mega cab 2 door, reminds me of the extended cab first gen’s! Also, performance and handling is undoubtably far superior to the family hauler TRX. Keep up the great content y’all! Cheers from Canada

[@robertroddam3614]

The mega cab two door is the greatest idea ever, love the fact of more room in a two door and the short wheel base!👍

[@450fishing]

Personally, I like the 2 door TRX wayyyy more than the 4 door. The entire point of these giveaways is to give away one-of-a-kind, unique vehicles. And absolutely nothing about a boring, regular traffic, 4 door TRX screams unique. I really don't think the haters understand just how much more fun a high HP, short wheelbase offroad beast truly is

[@wahidtrynaheghugh260]

I’m sure the performance is great but I don’t want my car to look bad unless I’m in a silly mood.

[@Mylow_YT]

@@wahidtrynaheghugh260you only see your car when you walk up to it. not driving. if its fun to drive IDGAF what it looks like. Other people have to look at that monstrosity while im driving it 🤣

[@Marvie15]

I'm with you 100% on this!!

[@jbeasy5620]

This just proves how many guys prefer to have pavement princess trucks instead of cool off roaders. Also, this is going to make Cleet less willing to do cool and unique giveaway vehicles in the future. I'm really disapointed in this fan base.

[@timsmith1160]

Paint does not even match

[@JarodEaton-zt7zb]

I love the 2 door trx personally looks so fun wish they made a rwd version too

[@tomrockholm-timeless_morph6691]

The next restoration project should be that Meyer Ice Cream machine behind it, would be a great addition to the shop.

[@kylekinsley5977]

How is this guy not everyone's favorite. First 10min were hysterical.

[@jasonmoseman4887]

Guys, the truck is awesome. Cleetus you nailed it! That's my opinion. What you're doing is great entertainment, and just wanted to thank you for taking those risks and pushing the envelope. You're a legend in your own time, and you're at the front of the charge for automotive advancement. Your network and knowledge means we should be asking you what's cool. Hope this offsets some of the haters. Keep it Cleetus Cool man!!!

[@HalfPintsStumpGrinding]

Man, that's a Unit for sure. You going above and beyond and getting another truck as an option for the winner says alot about You. You the Man Cleet! Get some sleep now. Lol. 🤘🤘

[@stevehopton2226]

one good thing about the single cab is if your short like me would leave awesome room for a stereo system to bump while dragging lol you should so do that

[@MiklaDfar]

I was a motorcycle mechanic and service manager in the 1970s and 1980s. I still love to work on motorcycles and would love to restore something like this.

[@user-qz4he6qv5w]

I am also a motorcycle mechanic. The way that they treated this poor bike. Almost everything that they did was wrong. That’s not how you try to restore a vintage motorcycle. The last thing that they should’ve done was try to get it running before a long list of things that need to be gone through. I can’t believe they towed it on a tow truck stinger. Super dangerous.

[@robda7195]

So do it the only thing stopping you from doing it is you

[@doofenshmirtz5969]

@@user-qz4he6qv5wD1 hater 😭😭 They are doing it for content and fun chill

[@liamjohnson8497]

I've watched these videos for about 6 years and I've never seen Cleet so butthurt 😂 in the kindest way possible lol, we love that you care so much

[@robertreynolds930]

he couldn't even look in the camera 🤣🤣, hell of a way to make up for it though!

[@liamjohnson8497]

@@robertreynolds930 the two things I love the most about cleet is that in videos like the jet boat last week the first thing he does is check on George and check he wants to come again, and the fact that he genuinely reads the feedback on things like this and takes it to heart and acts on it. The most genuine person on KZbin and you can tell the amount of butthurt rambling he cut out in editing lol, love it

[@Legend_isma]

We need to make sure we watch these ads for cleet get this man more money brother went above and beyond on this one

[@tomnorwid]

When it comes to the truck, the two door is my choice. I built custom cars and trucks in the 60's and 70's heavily modified and race cars in 80's and 90's. Chopped, channeled and lowered. Frenched in lights, duel antennas the works. The two door ram should get lowered just a touch, wheels and tires and a candy and pearl wrap. Paint would be cool but you could spend 10k to 15k for paint ( not practical)

[@callen2011]

I LOVE the Mini TRX, but as a family man, I would have to choose the 4 door, 100% entering the give away either way, and Appreciate the all in committment from you to satisfy the people.

[@Wooooptywoop]

The chances of you and the rest of the cry babies likely WONT win the giveaway… you do it to yourself by crying about someone giving away 200k…. Like its not enough? Some very large cry babies whining about a giveaway… stfu and be grateful. Its not their fault you had kids. Womp womp

[@mountainskys]

I rebuilt a 1979 Suzuki GS1000 some years ago. It was a blast to ride. It has about 90 HP. It is NOT for an inexperienced rider. That being said, HELL YEAH BROTHER!! About that L model - In 1979 Suzuki introduced even a custom version of the GS1000E called GS1000L. It had same mechanics as the GS1000G but had high handlebars, stepped seat, leading axle front fork, smaller fuel tank (15 l/ 4.0 US gal) and short cut silencers. 19-inch wheels. The GS1000L was manufactured during 1979 and 1981. 1979 Suzuki GS 1000 L Overall Length: 2340 mm (92.1 in) Overall Width: 755 mm (29.7 in) Overall Height: 1145 mm (45.1 in) Seat Height: 825 mm (32.5 in) Wheelbase: 1525 mm (60.0 in) Ground Clearance: 155 mm (6.1 in) Dry Weight: 240 kg (529 lbs) Engine: Air-cooled 997 cc inline-4, DOHC, 8 valves. 90 ps (66 kW) @ 8 500 rpm, 8.0 kg-m @ 7 500 rpm Top Speed: 215 KMH (134 MPH) Good luck. That old bike is very fast. NEW TIRES ARE A MUST!

[@runescapebanker]

Glad you said this. I had a friend whose mom had one 30 yrs ago, I remember it being vicious.

[@FixitAgain69]

I can't wait to see what the bike turns into

[@ripn929707]

That is quite a bit of horsepower for 1979. My 2000 Honda CBR929RR was 125 hp stock, but it weighs about 200 lbs less. 😂

[@josephgitzler7942]

​@@ripn929707My 81 Yamaha xs1100 had 95hp

[@tbirdracefan]

1979 and 1980 only. the '80 model was shaft drive

[@AttackCRX]

My first bike was an ‘82 Suzuki GS650L. That bike was a ripper, can’t imagine how the 1000 version runs!

[@6Tonjack]

I can't help but to like the 2 door. I think a long box would have been the trick to the proportion. But I do like the extra space for the seat movement and storage.