I’ve been rebuilding bikes now for a while, but never a 4 stroke, they intimidate me. Recently I got adventurous and bought a 250f and 450f (twins) for cheap. On the 250f I rebuilt the top end, 3 intake valves, new timing chain and the goddamn thing won’t start. I will say, you sir give me inspiration to actually keep chugging along on these bikes. Thank you for your videos
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your kind words and for your support!
@joelatkinson20807 ай бұрын
Thanks for imparting this knowledge to us. Another great video!!!
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
You’re welcome and thank you.
@KCCLBTHORX7 ай бұрын
WOW I know why I have the pros do this kind of work and now I understand the high costs of head work. Impressive video
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your feedback!
@fernandotorres13837 ай бұрын
Just got my 2005 honda crf450r goin an my exhaust pipe wuz glowing red not long after the first start up
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
If you were riding hard, it is not uncommon for them to get red hot. If you were just putting around and it was glowing your jetting is too lean.
@fernandotorres13837 ай бұрын
@restoroosterohv it started glowing red hot on the first start up from fresh engine rebuild
@eastkyprog2 ай бұрын
Hey Rooster, Do you have a link to the specific valve cutter you're using here? Is it the Neway? Getting ready to purchase it and want to get a good one.
@restoroosterohvАй бұрын
Wow, so sorry I missed this comment. Yes, it is a Neway cutter set. KM2563 is the kit I have. I bought it secondhand because it’s extremely expensive.
@FourRingsAuto7 ай бұрын
If those are original titanium valves and not stainless replacements, then they shouldn't be lapped in like you suggested that you have. The titanium valve have a coating on them, and lapping removes it. Once lapped they'll eat through them in short timeframe, with valves needing shimming thinner and thinner.
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
Agreed but it depends on the manufacturer. On early model Yamaha YZ’s, the manual specifically says to lap in the valves and they are titanium but as a rule of thumb, you are correct. The valves on this bike had been replaced with steel valves.
@charlesw7797 ай бұрын
Awesome video, thank you..
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your feedback.
@ItsCheechFool7 ай бұрын
Just bc I have 300 plus hours on my head does that mean it could be worn ? Am I better off buying a used head with way less hours or just work on the head I already have ? 13 kx450
@restoroosterohv7 ай бұрын
It’s definitely worn but it certainly depends on your style of riding and your maintenance. If you were on the limiter all of the time you wouldn’t have over 300 hours. It’s not a simple answer unfortunately. I would tell you to follow your manufacturer recommendations for disassembly and inspection but I’m also of the mind of if it’s not broke, don’t fix it…haha