Unbelievable KX250 Pro Circuit Splitfire Rebuild from Start to Finish

[@lozadazx14]

My son and I purchased a 1997 Honda CR250R like 2 weeks ago to do a project, bike is original just like it never been washed, we teared down now in the process of cleaning 👍👍👍and let the fun begin

[@GregHitchko]

@@lozadazx14 yes!!! So pumped for you guys. That's going to be such a blast to redo. Thanks for saving an old two stroke and giving it a second chance at life haha. Keep me posted on the build

[@hedgerowgarage]

Don’t mind the hater’s! This is a sweet build! Currently building a 2002 CR125 and it’s gonna cost a lot but will be worth it in the end!

[@GregHitchko]

@@hedgerowgarage haha true story right there dude! Stoked for you and your 02! What's the plan with it?

[@ChanseMartin222]

Wow! This is the definition of doing a rebuild the right way. Those case covers are sick. I bet that it is an amazingly smooth machine. Awesome build man.

[@GregHitchko]

Thank you dude! Yeah man, I couldn't believe that I was able to find those Pro Circuit covers. I just happened to stumble across the clutch cover, which is even rarer than the ignition cover. Very fortunate to source both.

[@ChanseMartin222]

@@GregHitchko yeah I thought so. I had never seen those. That’s always been a mod I wanted to do. So epic!

[@GTFPOB]

Absolute god tier build!! The attention to detail is 👌 My 2000 Pro Circuit KX125 build in progress wishes it could be half as trick as that build!

[@The_Stoic_Trader]

This is art! Period.

[@Mxpasionlive]

simply incredible !!! Amazing video!!! Congratulations

[@GregHitchko]

Cheers mate! I appreciate the kind words

[@the9thgarage163]

What an amazing build! You really did all the right things in every aspect of the build! You're great!

[@GregHitchko]

Thanks for the kind words! It was just as fun sourcing all of the parts

[@danpoxon2425]

This bikes such a bad ass bike Greg! I can’t wait to see what you got planned for your little kx125 👌🏽👍🏽

[@GregHitchko]

Thanks Dan! Definitely won't top this one but it'll be another fun on for sure 🙌🏼

[@wadewest6770]

You did a really good job man.

[@Thepianobird]

Tim Sharp is a super nice guy and those bikes he build for MC are amazing...

[@GregHitchko]

He is a really cool dude. So glad that he shared his knowledge with me (us)🙌🏼

[@cfrestos]

Mate this is a great video! Really enjoyed watching this, gave me heaps of ideas!

[@GregHitchko]

@@cfrestos glad you enjoyed it man, thanks for the feedback. Enjoy your build!!

[@coloradodirtbike5930]

Above and beyond, what a true factory style bike should be like. Ya really got a gem there, all the effort shows. Keep up the good work brother.

[@GregHitchko]

Thank you dude! Not a 100% replica, for example Dunlops over Bridgestones, using my own sponsors on the graphics etc, but for the most part, the PC parts and carbon was what I wanted to maintain 💨🙌🏼

[@coloradodirtbike5930]

@GregHitchko it's damn close brother and ya got your own twist to it. You built a dream machine and pulled it off stunning.

[@GregHitchko]

@@coloradodirtbike5930 I really appreciate the kind words🙏. We all do it to open the garage door and love what we see, I'm definitely very stoked on it.

[@leonardooo01121]

What a Beautiful build, and the video is also perfect 😍👌🏻

[@GregHitchko]

@@leonardooo01121 double thanks! I appreciate the kind words man

[@corvette_jake7225]

Just bought another kx project bike, thanks again for your how to videos

[@GregHitchko]

@@corvette_jake7225 yes!! I fully support that move lol

[@jz64]

So sick unbelievable

[@GregHitchko]

@@jz64 thanks my man!

[@danr5405]

Sweet build mate. I'll never sell my, owned since new 01 KX125 😊

[@GregHitchko]

Dude that's amazing! I give people like you credit who keep a bike from brand new on, especially an 01! Mad props 🙌🏼💨

[@Nichapz7]

Now that is just delicious looks amazing!!!!!!!!!

[@GregHitchko]

Haha thanks dude!! It was a good time for sure

[@lozadazx14]

Super project excellent Greg

[@GregHitchko]

@@lozadazx14 thanks for the kind words dude 🙏🏼

[@brettlaage9687]

Love this build!

[@GregHitchko]

Cheers Brett🙌🏼💨

[@viralprimenetwork]

Wow, the KX250 rebuild looks incredible from start to finish! Amazing job! We sent you an email, take a look.

[@GregHitchko]

Right on, I appreciate the kind words, I'll definitely check it out. Thanks!

[@Cm.enduro]

i am currently doing something similar with my dads dr650. i am attempting to use a 97 exc shock with different spring and valve, and yz450 forks with appropriate springs and valving. other people have made it work, im hoping to keep as much original to the bike, visually.

[@jered1940]

This is awesome 👌 👏 👍

[@GregHitchko]

You the man Jered, thanks!

[@wrecked3362]

Great video again. Do you know if we can buy the steel reinforcement plates for the frame and weld it my self?

[@GregHitchko]

@@wrecked3362 thank you dude! I'm unsure if you can buy just the plates from Pete for the frame, perhaps? Do you have Instagram? I left his handle, I'd message him if possible 🙌🏼

[@grafik_solutions]

Where did you get your hands on those sweet Dunlop tire decals? SICK BUILD BTW! I miss my Kawi!

[@motogembo9065]

I miss my 99 kx250 so much

[@GregHitchko]

Fun bikes that is for sure!

[@phatheadracingmx]

Worth every penny and all the efforts!

[@GregHitchko]

Thank you Luke! I think it may be time to share one of those sick heads for the people 🙌🏼

[@_trust_nobody_8536]

This awesome build is more than 15k worth it

[@axmaster8061]

What cc phathead did you go with

[@GregHitchko]

I went with the oem dome 🤙🏼

[@Fixoldstuff]

did a frame up restoration on a 1976 tc-100

[@GregHitchko]

Dude that is bad ass! Not many people out there doing those bikes

[@AlejandroMartinezSerradell]

Greetings from Spain! Just a question, could you help me to get a PC exhaust for these kx model from '99?? many thanks

[@GregHitchko]

Hey dude! Have you tried calling Pro Circuit directly?

[@AlejandroMartinezSerradell]

@@GregHitchkonot an easy task to contact them from Spain. I left them several emails😅 but never replied it

[@geometromonkey]

Nice i just bought a 99 kx 250 started tearing the engine apart today

[@GregHitchko]

Right on dude! If need be, I've got the step by step tear down and rebuild on the channel as well. Have fun with it!

[@panic-revv85]

Greg, check out my friends over at two strokes only. He makes a lot of hard to find kx parts. Billet cases, heads, AF conversion parts and all kinds of fun stuff.

[@GregHitchko]

Yessir! I've got him followed already. Unfortunately for my wallet, I'd LOVE to do an AL frame KX sometime in the future, and he will be one of my first phone calls haha!

[@hencetirta7633]

best bike greEn .year

[@ryanphillips3916]

What was the most expensive part of the build? You gonna ride/race it?

[@GregHitchko]

The factory KYB forks for sure, but other than that, I'd say the Envy hubs were next. They are wicked nice, I was "wowed" when I opened the box. So cool they make them for 89+ bikes, so people can buy cool billet hubs for their builds. Other companies only make them for current bikes. Bike already has 3.6 hours on it! I need to get out on it more but with two little ones, it's harder to find time to ride in general haha!

[@Blackicetac]

Insane anyone would spend anything near tgat on an old kawasaki, but great build video

[@sk8er2420]

Hey Greg, I am looking all around to find a 2002 simple green pro circuit seat cover. If you know anyone I can reach out to or can provide any insight that would be great, thanks!

[@KQKQ23]

brother where do you get 20k to rebuild a bike

[@GregHitchko]

The bank account lol

[@KQKQ23]

@@GregHitchko I envy you... lol

[@jessed757]

Should have tried to find a split fire spark plug for it

[@GregHitchko]

If I wasn't riding it, then I would have!

[@mr.channel6467]

I do wonder about that front number plate

[@GregHitchko]

What about it?

[@mr.channel6467]

@@GregHitchko like if you special ordered it, had it made or made it yourself

[@GregHitchko]

@@mr.channel6467 I had it made by @moto_envy on Instagram. Email [e-mail] and he can cut you a plate. Let him know I sent you

[@drewobanion3018]

Congratulations you now have a 2000$ bike tops

[@GregHitchko]

@@drewobanion3018 thanks man!

[@keeganswitzer2932]

Just sold my 98 kx250 2210

[@GregHitchko]

Nice! What's next on the list?

[@mr.channel6467]

Peanut butter fabrication? 13:25

[@GregHitchko]

Haha is that what the closed captioning said?

[@mr.channel6467]

@@GregHitchko lol

[@Joeyhill-wj6js]

In what reality cost you 20k in parts?

[@GregHitchko]

You pay up the wazoo for the rare PC parts and carbon fiber. Everything just adds up.

[@theonlydriver]

Kinda prefered the oem look...

[@joelboutier1736]

That thing is an absolute beauty! Does $25k include that cost of the divorce lawyer?🤣

[@GregHitchko]

Nope! Just the 100% support of my wife🙌🏼

[@joelboutier1736]

@@GregHitchko You are a lucky guy. Most wives aren’t thrilled about their husband’s expensive hobbies. It’s a showpiece and also probably the best bike of that era. It’s one of those bikes that makes u think… “should it be ridden or do I hang it up on the wall and look at it?” Great work!

[@srtjeremy8643]

Sweet build but kinda sucks watching a video with so many sponsors. Just makes it hard to relate because the average person can’t build this without the support. Sweet build though nonetheless. Just be cool to see a budget build just as good.

[@GregHitchko]

Thanks dude, you're right! This is no where near your average build, or intended to be. Average and budget are both relative terms to describe bike builds. The "sponsored" portions of the video you see, actually make up the smallest piece of the money pie. Anybody doing a bike restoration would have to purchase those standard rebuild parts, depending on the starting condition of the bike. This is aside from the micro polished transmission, PC porting, and hubs, I'll give you that, I'd consider those splurge items to the average person. 80% of the costs derive from the rare, unobtainable PC parts, factory parts and suspension, carbon, etc that are incredibly hard to find. Once you find, then it's time to decide whether you want pony up the cash for them. It's a whole different ball game, which I made the conscience financial decision to do so. To each their own. Thanks for watching, Jeremy!

[@jeffwilliam7500]

At $25,000 that's a failed 😂

[@B717-q6i]

Your envy shows

[@GregHitchko]

Did you know you said that on opposite day?

[@jakeresnick2669]

😂 took a mint oem kx250 for 5 grand and made a 25 grand bike out of that you never will get anything for that bike couldn't sell it for 5 grand even...

[@ferg571]

You miss the point of the build…..🤦🏻‍♂️

[@GregHitchko]

😂😂 no wonder why it's not selling, I think I'll drop the price to $4,999🤡🤣

[@GregHitchko]

@ferg571 Haha cheers bro 😂😂😂🤪

[@jakeresnick2669]

@@ferg571 so you take a mint oem low hours bike for 5 grand and spend another 20 grand for a replica build yeah a 🤡

[@GregHitchko]

@@jakeresnick2669 thanks for the kind words Jake!