WIDE OPEN Yamaha Blaster $100 Top End Test + Budget Breakdown

WIDE OPEN Yamaha Blaster $100 Top End Test + Budget Breakdown
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[@MichaelSabo]

Who else has had good luck with Chinese Top End kits? What about bad? Thank you for watching 🤘😎

[@martincorey8267]

Do you live in PA? If so where do you ride?

[@zedikiahh1695]

i got one and it ran better than ever just luck of the draw lol

[@terrynicewonger5434]

You look like dad riding his sons Quad lol in the first views 😂

[@TenMillimeterSocket]

Got a really cheap clutch kit for my warrior and it worked awesomely, it was also my first time opening an engine

[@caseykaczmarek2240]

Ive run a couple chinese topends before. They did not last long but ran great right up to failure. I dont recall the brands

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

Blasters are so underrated. People often miss the point of their ability to just go out and have fun on the cheap and that's what makes them great. Awesome job on building this little machine.

[@aaronhdz4872]

I love blasters because It was my first machine but it’s better suited for a 15yr old haha

[@ivoman7]

I know 😄

[@Hanky_Bannist8r]

@@aaronhdz4872 almost anyone can go have fun on a Blaster. I had one back in 1995 and I rode it more than my yz490 or Cr250. I wouldn't mind having one now I'd probably ride the crap out of it.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Hank; Definitely an underrated machine.

[@lewiville06]

I'm 34 been riding and racing throughout my life...blasters are extremely fun 🤘

[@68-72mmALKYstyle]

We are a family of having the most personal quads owned between my wife, 3 daughters, and myself. First, the posse of blasters in the mix is what makes up most of our collection mind blowing!! The next step and one that I would recommend to ANYONE with a blaster is to get a PWK 39mm carb and convert it to ALKY!! It’s the CHEAPEST 15-20% increase in power across the chart and alcohol is way cheaper than race gas!! U will be amazed and it feels like riding a stk banshee and almost 1/2 the weight!! Good LUCK and ENJOY ALL! NOTE: If my 3 daughters (12yrs,18yrs old, 21yrs,) can tame a 240 BB on ALKY and from a lot of seat time, the two oldest are on no bar, full LSR chassis, 300ft sand draggers!

[@oppo_black6545]

Mail from a German engineer // Dear Michael, I am from Germany and I am a mechanical engineer as well as a master vehicle technology engineer. I love your channel!!! Actually I am not a KZbin person at all :) but I look forward to every new broadcast from you. I always find your positive nature, your determination as well as your excellent expertise motivating and fascinating. I have rarely seen such professional work from a garage! Some of your videos I have watched umpteen times :) Here's an idea: I work a lot myself on quads, motorcycles and the like, preferably on two-stroke engines. Now I have started a new project some time ago: a YAMAHA RAIDER jet ski. Super exciting technology. Very similar to quads but so different and also a two-stroke engine. Maybe this would be a future project. Many greetings from Düsseldorf, Germany :)

[@MichaelSabo]

Hallo! What an awesome compliment to receive. Thank you for taking the time to write this and for the idea on a jet ski! This made my day. Greetings from the USA!

[@alexebeling9366]

Hi Germán Engineer. I'm an American Mechanic. Fuck your European bullshit. Your engineering is retarded.

[@all_out_of_bubble_gum]

Moin 🙂 also wenn DU eine Blaster bauen würdest, dann wäre ich Kaufinteressent Nr1 😉

[@jdahl1979]

You have inspired me to purchase and build a 250r and blaster. It’s expensive but the fun and experience of the builds outweigh the cost. Your videos have been instrumental in my progress. Thank you!

[@theglitch99]

Dude can ride!!! 😆I lived on a Blaster for my entire middle school years mid 90's! It was my daily! Loved that machine!!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you bro! You gotta love Blasters!

[@antiprogreredpill1142]

Oh 😮 Is a good commuter for countryside?

[@Claude-om9og]

You're right about being tough estimating the labor but I know from watching your work that the best shop with the best mechanics are not going to be anywhere as meticulous as you are with prepping and assembling. Shops are all about the clock. Excellent work!

[@MichaelSabo]

That's very true; not saying anything bad about a shop mechanic, but you're correct, they're paid to get it done quickly and move on to the next, not necessarily to be meticulous.

[@montecarlo1780]

New subscriber, I just wanted to take a moment to say how thoroughly you break down the prices and applaud it. My first project was a 88 kx125 for the learning experience. Trail tech are awesome spedos and tachs. I used to use them with midbike racing. Everyone knows when you get as thorough as a rebuild as you that you will never seen your money back. It's all about the smiles per thumb rip. Solid video keep up the good work sir!

[@bigdoinkus6137]

Been loving this series dude. I had an 89 blaster as a kid that I rode the wheels off of 👏 that sound alone fills me with so much nostalgia

[@travelguy1564]

I've got an 89 Blaster - bought it in 92 and have had it for 31 years now, just rode it today, runs great!

[@meech42069]

What a dope little machine dude. This is for sure my pick for top quad 👌👌

[@298CRE8]

I second that call me a two smoke fiend and a blaster fiend though I have 4 so might be biased 🫣 and the Mrs rides one lol

[@MichaelSabo]

lol, you sound a little biased NGL 😂

[@meech42069]

@@MichaelSabo I will neither confirm nor deny lmao

[@298CRE8]

@@MichaelSabo Not much good cheap atv fun in UK I can pickup blaster for 700-1000 dollars yet an ex is double that and some versions we don't even get not much atv culture here more bikes 🫡 keep up the great content wish you all the best 👏

[@ginopietropaolo1017]

Can't believe how much work you put on those builds man, with all the filming and parts and cost sheets etc that's crazy !! Thumbs up honeslty !! Can't wait to see top quads !!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for saying that Gino, means a lot!

[@klxxu7197]

New Mike Sabo video is always a good day!

[@lloydmartin8547]

That little motor sounds so crisp. Awesome build brother

[@ScottHagene]

Been watching your vids for a couple years now and gotta say your a huge influence on the quad community. And you’ve inspired me to build my Ltr 450. Much appreciation for everything you do man

[@MichaelSabo]

Awesome compliment John; thanks for following for so long and it's awesome to hear I inspired you to build an LTR 🤘

[@-jeffreybollenbach-]

Nothing better than a Michael sabo video to finish the weekend

[@raytact]

You’re legit man. We need to get you to 1 million subs

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Ray; one day 🤘

[@DJswope73]

Praying for that wristpin🤙 quad looks fantastic

[@chrisyeahbuuwassrileegowyn9279]

There you go Sabo, making all of us who love this look good! Yet another great build and video. That little quad looks awesome and shows out. One tooth down on the front sprocket, for "safety", you were going awfully fast and it wasn't even rung out...😉🤘

[@Magic_Mike1127]

Im a ATV and dirtbike mechanic in Mexico, Labor is so cheap down here, that in just labor i'd estimate around 500-700 USD sometimes depending on the shop they may charge double the amount but im talking about rally big shops. And that is a lot of money for us, because the cost of living is just cheaper too

[@MichaelSabo]

This is really interesting feedback to hear; it always blows my mind to hear the difference in expenses around the world - thank you!

[@owensbama1923]

Prices on the used market these days are ruining the industry. People want a mint for junk. But I always enjoy your builds and videos. Always super informative and you really do great work. Learned quite a bit from your videos. Keep it up man.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the love on my videos man! It's true, the market has made things like book value practically useless. X amount for a machine could be a good deal or a bad deal because the condition of the machines is all over the place as well.

[@wesleywheeler7891]

I always love watching these little things rip. Great job. I'm doing some of my own work on my bike, and it really puts into perspective the amount of work you put into these machines.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the love Wes and good luck on your own project!

[@wesleywheeler7891]

@Michael Sabo thanks! Im dreading having to rejet the carb, but it's soooo going to be worth it

[@smokeyou812]

I miss the old 90s blaster days back when I was 14,15...and even if you're an adult under 200 and put an extended swingarm, wheel spacers, and pipe/silencer combo you can have fun all day long and keep up with practically anything in the woods.

[@MichaelSabo]

I agree; suspension is a must for keeping up though - learned this yesterday on a rocky trail ride; thing beats you up big time!

[@07scoobywrx]

Blasters are one of the best bangs for your buck for plain old fun! Early 2000s they sold new for about 3k

[@MichaelSabo]

I remember when they were still on showroom floors; I think they were like $3399 or something.

[@daxmorlock7846]

Your web site is just as impressive as your bike builds. At 6 foot tall I don't fit well on a blaster and 215 pounds isn't very optimal. The blaster is just so much fun that I'll take one for a spin any time I can.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Dax! You could have fun on it but not for long rides I'm sure. One of the guys in my Top Quad series is 6'5", it's going to be funny to see him on it lol.

[@nA-vv2qs]

The builds are amazing but watching you rip the same trails I grew I up on in Jackson is by far my favorite part! Tons of memories there!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the love man! These are my favorite trails to ride in our area!

[@Itsjake908]

Dude what state?

[@Slane583]

I have to agree with your assessment at the end regarding how long it takes to do certain things. I took Auto Body class in my last years of high school in the late 90's early 2000's. I can say that even though I never got to work in a body shop professionally like I hoped for that the average customer wanting their car paint freshened up or redone completely have absolutely no clue what goes in to doing paint CORRECTLY. Especially if they're wanting paint that glistens like a show car and expecting to get it for nothing. My Auto instructor was awesome. He was old school and believed the books the state tried making us learn from were useless. For him it was hands-on or nothing. Because there's only so much you can read in a book and get the idea of what to do. In order to get good you had to actually do it. Before we even got to touch a spray gun we had to learn panel prep which involved sanding, pounding out small dents, using body filler scarcely and using your eyes to examine things closely. He gave us old fenders and hoods to practice on. It would take us hours just sanding the panels to bare metal, pounding out dents, doing body filler if needed and sanding it uniform before we could even think about spraying on a primer coat. For me the way the instructor taught was great because I'm not fast and will never make myself fast for anyone. I want the job done properly the first time. But it also has its' drawbacks as there's a lot of things I want to do that I never get around to doing. Because for me if I can't do the job correctly I would rather not do it at all than do it half assed. Sadly in order to do things correctly it requires a lot of money and a place to do it which I have neither of. :P But I've been slowly gathering tools here and there as I'd really like to get back into painting. A good enough air compressor that can run a spray gun is the most expensive thing to get IMO. Plus it needs a safe place to go as well and I don't have a garage. A cheap enclosed car port should work for starters. :)

[@AIRHAWK-me4rz]

Love watching you build and ride these machines. You've inspired me to try it myself. Don't stop doing what you do, man.

[@trailblazer8380]

Currently starting a 1999 kx80 project, and your videos make me wanna go all in, but it's just an 80 and the more I spend on it (powder coat and all) the less I'll make for the next flip

[@c0munguyforcaz]

that blaster looks mint!!! been following the build and i must say, its spectacular

[@11GalleryATV]

Another awesome build! Love watching your meticulous attention to detail and cleanliness! I can't stand watching other builders just take parts off and put the same dirty ass stuff back together! ... and I know it's not you but I really hate leaving comments anymore because I know someone is now going to spam me with "You Win" or "Telegram Me" or blah blah but I figure you deserve the comment to help you channel out and I'll deal with the spammers ... That thing rips, by the way and sounds awesome!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the love man; the comments do always help. I have a subscriber that goes through the comments and deletes the bots as much as possible but I do understand, they're super annoying.

[@dawsonspecht8490]

This build makes me want another blaster.. definitely not a good idea they only last me 2 hours but I’m on the hunt now😂

[@joshgotsnext]

That website build lists is a work of art 🔥😮‍💨. I appreciate you taking the time to list all parts and tools. Definitely the little things that set you apart from everyone else that keeps me rooting for you. Cant wait for Top Quad!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the feedback on that and for the love Josh!

[@ronaldwriston1546]

Man I thought you were goin over the bars at 12:30. Sick build bud.

[@stevenrhoat2902]

Owned a blaster in the late 90s and raced multiple stock and modified banshee. I always stayed with them or even pulled in a short run! Long distance the banshee would pull away. All in all the blaster is a quick little quad!

[@MagmaTrevor]

I don’t think I’ve ever been this early to a video! This makes me want a banshee or blaster to rip, that 2 stroke sound is too good!

[@caperr2]

I’m definitely building one of these and thanks to this series I know I can.

[@doneger-if8ho]

I bought a 2000 Blaster when my son decided to race 50s and 65s so I could ride with him. Even being over 200lbs I raced this quad and had a great at time doing it!.With the 250 kit and suspension upgrades I can't wait to see what you can do with it

[@MichaelSabo]

That's awesome to hear Don! Mods coming soon!

[@richknight7307]

Blasters are forever my favorite quad along with banshees I owned one for years and I can tell you they def rip even with a heavy kid on there it’ll move and that sound omg I love that sound hahahaha

[@MichaelSabo]

Hell yea man!

[@johnball6160]

Got a brand new 96 Blaster for Christmas of 95 and that is hands down one of my all time favorite quads. Simple Cheap and fast enough to hurt you lol Great Build Keep it up👌💪

[@MichaelSabo]

Hell yea man, thank you!

[@robland6118]

I really love the breakdown list of the parts on the builds. You have to build a 1988-1992 Suzuki lt250r. Some of us guys needs parts that can't be sourced anymore. I really believe if you would build one some of these guys may start making parts again. Please do a quadracer build. You have already built a quadzilla, a honda 250r, and a banshee. Wish you would finish out the 2 stroke quads. I'm sure people would love to see a tecate built and I know I want to see you build a quadracer. Thanks for the videos man.

[@braydensmith9667]

around 28:00 is why he is the best mechanic youtuber hands down

[@MichaelSabo]

Big compliment; thank you man!

[@christopheravery5808]

Man, people don’t believe me when I tell them that my Vito’s 240 build was in the upper 40hp range running on 110 octane. The cylinder came from Vito’s but Allan over at CT did all my porting, decked my head to bump up the compression, 3mm stoke crank, 34mm Air Striker carb, Boyesen Rad Valve, CT Right Bend pipe, can’t remember what clutch and basket that was in it but Allan supplied that, Uni Foam filter, Oil Injection block off, and it fucking RIPPED!!! My suspension was Laeger +3 a arms, Works Black Widow shocks modified to work with my suspension, +3 swing arm, Durablue adjustable axle, Lonestar + 2 stem, an oversized fuel tank, old school bead lock wheels (can’t remember the brand), and I ran ITP Holeshot tires. I do remember to use the wheels I had to switch to Banshee hubs in the rear but they were a direct swap. This was before the hydraulic brakes were available and I had Banshee front and rear brakes. I kept up with 250Rs and all the 400cc machines when they were coming out. The blaster is one of the best budget machines for someone wanting to try their hand at racing. Also, the blaster is only 40.7” wide, so +3 a arms and +4 axle brought it out to 46.7” which seems to be a sweet spot in the woods. The extended axle helped keep the front end down because the wheelbase is so short that it will wheelie and flip when launching or climbing bills. There are Yamaha extended swing arms that are pretty decent for the blaster for like $300+ on eBay, when you build it up try that swing arm if you can’t. American Star Racing makes long travel +3 a arms for the blaster for a decent price too, and the first gen YFZ450 front shocks are a direct bolt in with those arms. Have rocket Ron build those shocks for you and the front end will be gold. The Honda 450R rear shock bolts right up but you’ll need some spacers made, Ken O’Conner Racing makes those spacers for like $15. All that will make the blaster ride and feel more like a full size quad. Removing the front fenders or running race cut fenders will give you more room for your knees, but you will get dirtier. That is a trade off you’ll have to think about. I do think that the race cut fenders look really good with the YFZ style rear fenders that Maier makes for the blaster. Also, a 450R front hood looks good when bolted into those Maier race cut fenders... that’s purely esthetics though. I really really can’t wait to see top quad and then watch you build this into a monster. I wish I had the money because I’d send you one of my blasters tips build so you could put that one in the “sabo museum of awesomeness” 😂

[@MichaelSabo]

Dude thanks for all the tips in the blaster game! Biggest one that stood out to me was the 1st gen YFZ shocks! I think I will swap the fronts with them and the rear with 400EX. Your old blaster sounds like it was badass!

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo oh yeah it was sick for a blaster for sure. I raced a blaster for 5 years from ages 12 to 17 when I switched to a 250R. My parents divorced so I had to stop racing because it got too hard. I’m building a 250R to send it in some XC C-class races. I’ll have the build up on KZbin, I’m almost done collecting parts and my videos will be up as I film it. It will be a “budget build”, as budget friendly as I can make it without using chinesium parts 😂. I will be doing a blaster for my daughter too, and then I plan on doing a “pro build” blaster. The premise of the channel will be to show people the cost of racing from the build to the track. I’ll also be doing reviews on parts, gear, and riding parks. I would be honored if you could rip some of my builds whenever we cross paths out on the trail or at some of the ATV events. By the way, how are you liking the Full Flight arms on the KFX? I picked up some +1 full flight arms for the 250R I’m building and I’m pairing that with 450R front shocks. My rear shock was rebuilt by Noleen for XC racing and my weight before I got the shock so I got lucky there. The guy I got the fronts from spray painted them so they are in rough shape and I NEED to get those built... at least the clickers all work still.

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo oh, and you HAVE to have long travel a arms to run the first gen YFZ shocks or the front end will be lifted a couple inches.

[@ipawdmaster]

I have a blaster had it torn apart in pieces for over a year and your videos inspired me to get my quad done built just did my first real ride on mine yesterday

[@MichaelSabo]

Dude this is an awesome compliment to me; glad to inspire you and congrats on your Blaster build!

[@jmaxim80]

Mike, she sounded good, my friend, I have a blaster myself, and they rip also they are a blast to ride. As far as the total cost, if you exclude your labor, you basically have a brand new quad for 6 grand or so. I dont know what they cost brand new nowadays, but that doesn't sound too bad to me because you have performance parts, plus it has a unique design, which is sweet. So all in all I think you're doing alright. Keep up the good work, and I can't wait for the competition and to see what's in store for the next project.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you man! The new TRX250X from Honda is probably the closest thing available anymore - they're $5300 MSRP. Probably close to 6k after taxes and fees. This Blaster is definitely a faster unit though, I can guarantee!

[@jmaxim80]

@Michael Sabo your welcome brother keep up the awesome work. 👌

[@That1E_K1129]

Man that power core silencer sounds so good! ❤️❤️❤️

[@OdysseyOffroad]

What else can be said man but wow another beautiful build. You really have a great eye for how the end product turns out. Quite impressive. It sounds amazing too. Looking forward to top quad. 💪🏻💪🏻

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you as always for the love and support man!

[@joeypooschke7914]

Great videos mike I love love when you do the sabo spreadsheet I always look forward to them when you get done with the project. It’s such a clean blaster. Probably the nicest blaster in the United States..

[@MichaelSabo]

Wow, huge compliment man! Thank you as always 🤘

[@Charles53412]

I love me some Blaster ! I know this is set up for Top Quad, but a wide axle and some engine mods and you have one heck of a riding machine.

[@MichaelSabo]

Coming soon man! I have some mods planned for it.

[@Charles53412]

@@MichaelSabo Can't wait brother ! Keep up the hard work !

[@downtoearthconstruction7768]

You should line up all your builds and post on the gram

[@snickers882]

I think the next build should be a Yamaha warrior

[@Ravensfan041597]

You're such a beast. Most hardworking youtuber i've seen. Love the channel!

[@MichaelSabo]

Wow man, thank you for the love!!

[@keithkeller698]

I think that this bike should win the race but most full size 200lb 5 foot 10 plus adults would probably prefer the 300ex. Good job 👍

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you man; it's going to be a good one for sure!

[@450rking_4]

To answer the question at the end of the video about the cost of labor, I would say around 14-15 thousand to replicate what you did. I worked at a Honda powerhouse and when jobs like this came up they charged a very pretty penny. But sometimes you take a loss because we can’t factor in somethings that get in the away such as a stripped bolt or a bearing that’s stuck, love the video I’ll be back for more

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for the feedback. The stripped bolts and stuff are definitely sneaky!

[@christianjarceaguilar209]

I enjoyed the series a lot thanks mike

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for watching it man!

[@Jugtown_Junkie]

I swear blasters have doubled in price on marketplace because of this build

[@MichaelSabo]

My bad

[@poolfixer]

You did an awesome job with this Blaster series. You rode it hard and it rips. Thanks!

[@Lracer61]

Dyno bit was hilarious

[@jacobleisinger2282]

My weekly fix of quality content

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Jacob!

[@rynb15]

Good video. Hard to put a price on your time. I bought a foxbody for $1500, put $10k and a couple hundred hours in it. Then sold it for $9500. Its all for the love of the game.

[@Bumpertrash1]

Don't think the suspension is set up for someone over 200lb lol

[@Airstrike_snoozed_them]

All blaster suspension sucks. And what's even worse is the fact companies like Elka know that it sucks and cranks their prices up to $500+ for an upgrade. The cheapest option for better suspension is to throw a Honda 400ex shock into the back with a little bit of modding. Some people have been known to put banshee shocks in the front as well.

[@Brandenuzis]

@@Airstrike_snoozed_them I got warrior shocks on my blaster and it’s way better

[@artvandelay837]

@@Airstrike_snoozed_them i remember doing that when i was 16 years old and wanted better suspension. in my 30's now lol

[@daleskiog7499]

I think it's a great quad and she looks good in the back of the truck too.

[@kylebaker5982]

I'm doing a complete rebuild on my 06 blaster for my 5 year old son def not gna be done in the time u did but a few months hopefully, just gna be on a budget for the build. The Chinese to end won't bother me cause kids aren't gna be rippin to hard at 5yr old, I will a lil bit but gna be for him. Let us no the money u had to put into it to get to this point. U did an amazing job, love the blasters, just a fun lil quad

[@mixonmachines]

Great vid brother 🎉

[@RandyKildal]

I love Blasters. I'm going to check out a place up north Michigan to check some frames. Can't wait to build some rippers that people will love to ride.

[@djdew78]

this build is no diffrent than a custom bike its going to cost money love it man keep it up

[@markalan4026]

Thats gotta be the nicest blaster i've seen so far, well done!!

[@AndressKicks11]

I luv the blasters I have mine on my channel I built it similar to urs with the same jetting I’m only 135 pounds so I move on mine you seem like ur having a Blast on urs great build Mike 👍🏽

[@j.need4qlife483]

Very impressive build for modified stock. Should be a great Top Quad battle.

[@justrynalive]

I’m just as much impressed with the website as I am with the builds🔥

[@richhilton155]

Another great build and great video brother! Your videos are top notch, keep them coming!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Rich!

[@bobbymckinney1264]

I've had bunch of these blasters,they are fun if you run a smaller tires on the back they wheelie really easy,it looked like you was having alot fun and that's what's its about,I give ya 5 ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ sweet blaster

[@MichaelSabo]

100% Bobby, this is one fun machine!

[@quadracer8798]

I've learned a lot from your videos. You inspired me to work on my LT250r. I hope you build an LT250r next 👍. Thanks!

[@xxxstonerdc420xxx]

I aways loved the blasters when I was kid thoes would fly for what they are. Awesome video man keep up great work

[@dubiousf00d]

Time to turn that plain crispy chicken sammich into a deluxe with that Vitos kit man

[@drg7503]

Micheal, I built a 04 Blaster all stock but.... VForce 4 reeds and total night and day difference. So damn snappy and the power is a world of difference even with my stock pipe. I watched and listened to the quad you rode and yup, have to get the VForce 4. It will totally wake that thing up like a mini banshee. Trust me on this. I did all the deltes like you did too btw.

[@MichaelSabo]

Really cool to hear this feedback! I wanted to do VForce so badly this first time around. I plan to upgrade the reeds with the 240 kit!

[@theoneandonly2421]

Good looking lil bike, your builds are always on point. I’ve had a few of these bikes in the past . One that’s fully built is still very entertaining for an adult.

[@SpartanGaming-lo9en]

This was a blast to watch. Your quality keeps getting better and better each video and you've made some pretty spectacular machines. Thanks for another great video bro.

[@christopheravery5808]

Man, wait until you do a full build with suspension, that 240 kit, porting, and have the thing as wide and long as a full size quad... you MIGHT not want to ever get rid of it 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@MichaelSabo]

I have been thinking about doing +2 front and rear with suspension, the only thing is, the space between the plastics for the rider, really isn't big enough for an adult. I've done a few more hours of riding since I filmed this and I'm constantly hitting my knees on the plastics.

[@christopheravery5808]

@@MichaelSabo if you are looking at the alba arms they are fine for “average” trail riding or youth racing, but it’s just a personal recommendation to use American Star or Fireball Racing for the A-Arms. +2 is usually a sweet spot for most quads but the blaster is VERY narrow. +3 on the blaster will be close to running +1 on a 250R or 400EX as far as width. I plan on getting Alba arms for my daughter’s blaster to start, but she is nowhere near the rider you or I are at this point I’m time. One thing that helps a lot with the “cockpit” is to go with an extended steering stem. It will make it feel a little bigger. As for your knees, you’ll either have to shave the front fenders or remove them completely. That’s about the only option to make room for your knees. Also, running a +2 or +3 swing arm will allow you to sit further back in the seat too, and that does kind of help too. Like I said before, the wheelbase is hella short. +3 will make it as long as a 400EX, I’ve had my old XC race blaster sitting side by side with my 400EX and it was maybe an inch wider and the same length as a bone stock 400.

[@motododo4626]

Man that thing rips pretty damn good. Going to be building my 1996 styled blaster here soon. Can't wait for the future videos.

[@trevorcraft2301]

I bought a cheap Amazon kit think it came with a factory bore wiseco piston and rings but Chinese head, and jug, with a set of v force 4 reeds and a fmf gold series fatty along with a fmf 50. Cal silencer and ran 12/38 gearing I believe and that bike was an absolute monster for what it is, I'd flat out eat up a 300ex every time it'd stand up on the back tires in 4th and go as far and as fast as you wanted on the back wheels. Had a lot of fun on that bike and had a lot of hours till the clutch messed up on me an I got rid of it

[@MichaelSabo]

Hell yea man; that thing sounds like it was a beast!

[@trevorcraft2301]

@@MichaelSabo it was definitely rowdy for what them bikes are I can tell you that much. Im 5'7 and was about 250 pounds when I had it and it done that good with me riding it, it came out of a mud hole in 4th on the back tires and launched like a bat out of hell

[@ryanstevens2769]

Nice work man. That price breakdown was eye opening!

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you Ryan!

[@lieutenantshovel9195]

That blaster freaking rips Mike! I'd love to swing a leg over something like that! Awesome Build man, keep up the good work!

[@mr.nightmareplayz5872]

nice bike man. with the suspension sucking make the suspension softer by moving it a click down

[@HDPC_Powersports]

I love your videos man. I have an 04 blaster and it means the world to see someone like you building and riding one. Keep up the good work praise from the UK 🤙

[@HDPC_Powersports]

Also what go pro mount are you running I’m trying to find a good one.

[@That1E_K1129]

Sweet job on the execution of this one bro. I love my blaster I actually favor it over my Ltr for trail weekends and for the simple fact i can pick it up from a dead stop and keep the front up all the way to 6th gear. Such a fun machine.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you man; these are no doubt fun machines

[@evanwilliams2602]

Dude budget mid size shoout. All cheap machines. Warrior vs scrambler 400 two stroke vs blaster vs z400 . Always good content mike

[@MichaelSabo]

That would be a good one; I think z400 would win

[@edwardthompson3213]

The crispy chicken sandwich goes well .considering its only 200cc and mike is a big dude .i was surprised how crisp it sounds and pulled 👍👍👍

[@MichaelSabo]

Me too man; it's got plenty to have fun with

[@ianrochon1728]

For the love of god, give that Blaster a proper 20cc head re-cut, 28-32mm Powerjet carb and some basic porting. Excellent way to show what Yamaha left on the table. there's a reliable 10 -15hp still left in there for very little money. Run KFX 450 shocks with the Diamond J brackets and it's Winner winner chicken diner!!

[@Airstrike_snoozed_them]

Honda 400ex shock in the back and Banshee shocks in the front are the best swaps for the blaster. The 400ex isn't a direct swap but all you need is some spacers and a new bolt. The Banshee shocks are a direct swap.

[@ianrochon1728]

@@Airstrike_snoozed_them the stock Blaster and Banshee shocks are both glorified pogo sticks. I run 450ER front shocks and a rear 450ER Elka with remote reservoir on my Blaster and they are leaps and bounds above Banshee shocks. No contest...

[@aveyator6596]

No way I was riding at this exact spot today for a little while and live in jackson! I hope I get to see you one day since you ride around here!

[@MichaelSabo]

It's a great spot! I'm out there from time to time

[@joemusicman64]

That thing really rips. It has a great sound when you keep it in the power band. I think you have her dialed.

[@mattfarley6068]

That's amazing you said it's not that good of suspension my 13-year-old son wanted a quad and I found this one so we can work on it together but it looks daunting looking at it it might take years to build because I can't afford it but he's looking forward to it and so am I

[@kingkracker1998]

Mike ur vids just keep getting better n better. keep it up. by far my Fav offroad channel and really overall.

[@ivoman7]

I think if you disassemble the entire Blaster, get all the parts ordered up, and powder-coat the frame (and anything else) yourself before handing it over to any garage, (I think) the labour cost will be way less. I'm not saying that's the case, 100% sure. But I think it would be. If you have them order the parts and wait for them to come in and be unpacked, etc. that's all labour cost as well. Also, if a Blaster would be sold like this at the Yamaha dealer, the retail price would probably be near double as well. Face it, it are all upgraded parts...

[@Itsjake908]

Another beauty build mike. Eventually you gotta throw in a Vito’s 240 big bore kit…man this little thing would be nasty!

[@AlabamaEnduro]

Awesome video. You really do go above and beyond. I enjoy watching all of your work.

[@MichaelSabo]

Thank you for watching my videos Nic!

[@davidstoner27]

Video just makes me want to go riding. lol good job bro

[@MichaelSabo]

Glad I could transfer the fun dude! One of these days we'll be able to get out and ride together man!

[@davidstoner27]

@MichaelSabo I'm definitely game lol I'll be happy just to ride one's it warms up a bit

[@hayden454]

my 1st spots quad was a 02 black and white blaster was my favourite bike of all time i want another one some day

[@yeepo4]

Blaster rips man!.. Now I don't feel bad about rebuilding my quad! 🤑

[@user-ci2qj3ky1m]

I bought a blaster in 1992 brand new. It only cost 2250.00 new. The motor is same as they where in early 90's. I had fun with it I had to change a lot of pistons but it was fun it just wasn't enough power so I beat on it.

[@stevefritch3180]

I love watching these videos. I understand your dilemma with the cost of labor with the blaster. However, obviously you would never get your money back if you paid any shop to do the work. For me personally, if I had a machine and the money to build it better, I would want to do the work myself. (Whatever I am capable of). It would be a great learning experience, save a ton of cash, and a sense of satisfaction when completed. Great videos sir!!

[@MichaelSabo]

I agree with you Steve; I think many of us in the world of DIY and go fast machines feel the same!