It's always something easy.... Unless it's something else, like something weird, crazy or hard.

@b62boom1

6 ай бұрын

We don't fix bikes because they're easy, we fix bikes because we think it's going to be easy when we start!

@sams7655

6 ай бұрын

I always wanted to be a mechanic but breaking bolts and losing nuts always prevented that.

@b62boom1

6 ай бұрын

​@@sams7655I learned how not to break stuff by breaking stuff.

@HunterClarke-cg4hz

6 ай бұрын

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@hurstshiftin9873

6 ай бұрын

😅

Nothing like the Sweet Sound of a Crisp 2-Stroke on the Pipe!

I have this exact bike i bought in boxes. Took it home and the only thing missing when I put it all back together was the output shaft bearing. I rebuilt the entire motor, put a Lectron carb on it, 125 springs in the front an rear (im only 145 lbs and ride goat trails) Its been the best woods bike I've ever owned. I live in the PNW so its always steep, wet, rutted, bolders and root wads. You can idle it all day but wick the throttle anytime you want and it will lite like a rocket and never foul a plug.

Boy, that was some pretty good drilling for free hand.

Man that’s a steal at 1200 with all the extras!

I was scared for your hand when you were free hand drilling but you handled it like a champ awesome video as always

@terryzig

6 ай бұрын

My dad had a drill break off and go through his hand working like that. Be careful.

@tyronestucker8980

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing.

Joe you need to build a nice big shop outside your house for all your projects love the content ✌️

Chain guide at the back wheel, great find 🍀👍🙏

@jeremywallen9941

6 ай бұрын

I was thinking he might need a new set of cases when that chain derails!

A little anti-seize on chain adjuster bolts is a good idea , run it in and out a few times and it will keep you from snapping one off

I'm getting ocd about that chain guide and case saver.. Fun video!!

Finally, a proper running 2Stroke!!! 😂 Looks like she rips!!! New intake boot, V-force reed kit, Pro Circuit pipe and silencer, proper jetting and she'll be a handful!! Nice Score!!

I’m so happy to see a nice guy like you Joe wining a few as opposed to finding a broken crank or needing new top end, a carb clean is enough.

yo been watching for a half a year...I had this exact bike! got it in worse shape with bad fork seals bad brakes and bad master cylinder. only bike I ever worked on. got it goin then did a few small repairs as I rode it for 5 years. was a monster. he's totally right it has unlimited power. only bike I ever rode besides mountain bikes. there's something special ( not that I can compare ) about this bike. its like everything was engineered perfectly. the powerband is perfect. I'd recommend anyone who can buys this vintage bike and restores it you wont regret it!

Pro tip for grip replacement: Aqua Net aerosol hair spray. It lubes the grip just enough to easily slide on, and once it dries it basically acts like a glue to keep the grip in place. Been doing this for years.

@_BAD_MERC_

6 ай бұрын

I've never tried that but I use rubbing alcohol and it just evaporates. I used to do electrical and I ran a lot of wires through rubber grommets.

@rickcoleman8903

6 ай бұрын

Spray paint works better and dries slower or dawn.

@jameshampton3969

6 ай бұрын

I always use Elmer's glue.

@terryzig

6 ай бұрын

I like to put an air nozzle on the other side and use air pressure to put them on and take them off.

@venomousgamer4205

6 ай бұрын

I just spray some Windex in there lol works just fine.

This is the best throttle responsive bike from you I have seen so far. Why not remove the dent out of the exhaust pipe !? It is not that difficult and it is easy to learn on YT !

Awesome. Another winner in the books. The carb being dirty along with that tear in the boot probably meant the bike was getting very little or no fuel. Good job.

Do you still have that 250f buried in your backyard 😂

@JoeTheBlacksmith13

6 ай бұрын

That’s what I’m wondering too!

Hi Joe, i have been working on small engines for years and i watch your videos and still leaving a lot from you. Thank you, they are awesome videos.

That chain would be tighter if you had the bottom roller. You need to do live feeds when you do this so we can tell you what you dont catch. A ton of eyes are better then two. Keep up the good work and put the darn roller on it befor you bust the case.

Thanks for the video Joe. Been watching almost all your videos I. The past few months. Keep up the good work.

Nice to see you catch a break for once Joe!! Great video!! You should invest in a Mac or Snap-On 10mm flare nut wrench for those pesky chain adjuster nuts. Keep up the great work Joe. Your work ethic is impressive.

Good score on this YZ250! That thing rips, sounds super crisp when running through the gears. You can make bank on that bike if you flip it later on! Thanks for a cool video, Joe!

gives me ptsd when you rev it so high when you start it lol. other than that great work dude.

i like how u show every little detail and so glad this bike runs great because i just bought exact same model ...Keep up the good work.

Another great video. Great job. Always look forward to your videos. 😊

Something that is kinda funny that we do in this country when starting a bike with a choke circuit is that we crack the throttle when kicking a bike. Cracking the throttle deletes the choke circuit because it works off of suction. European guys will kick a bike three or four time really slow and leave the throttle closed so the choke circuit can suck fuel up to the cylinder, Then they kick it like got a set and crack the throttle. Once I learned this I found myself having an easier time with starts and not having to kick the crap out of something to get it started.

Nice score good.looking & running bike. I was happy to hear you checked the cases and frame rails that's good practice don't need any surprises 😊

Damn, super sweet bike Joe, that's the exact deal I need to find for me and my daughter. She needs an 80, she only 11...lol. Awesome video once again man, million thumbs up

First time the seller tells you it needed a carb cleaning and he wasnt lying.

What a wicked bike! They were always really quick. Great stuff dude!

@JohnDoeEagle1

6 ай бұрын

I've always been partial to 2-stroke Yamaha YZs and Kawasaki KXs. I had one Honda and one Suzuki too and I would never own another of either again.

Hey joe. Don’t forget the chain adjuster and case saver

Good job Joe, it sounds really crisp and seemed to run great. Throw some graphics on it and send it down to the next guy.

We used to "fix" our cracked intake boots by goobering up the cracks with grease. LOL Good enough for a day's riding.

I love how you fix nearly every bike you get but yet clowns still try telling you that you are doing it wrong well done bro keep the videos coming

@user-bb9rp7ks5n

6 ай бұрын

FR

@steveaustin1984

6 ай бұрын

Semantics. It depends on what you mean by “fixed”. It’s a “bush fix”, sure, which is enough for you and some others, but for those who are ocd with higher standards of pride, etc. it can be a bit triggering to see bad practice/habits. In the end, it doesn’t really matter. It’s entertaining and I admire his hustle.

@jasonwood3227

6 ай бұрын

@@steveaustin1984 I mean that it wasn't running and then he got it running just like 99% of every bike he touches this man is a magician

@steveaustin1984

6 ай бұрын

Are you saying that you think the ICE is magic? When it was first invented, some people thought it was magic, but in 2023...I think all know it is basic mechanics. @@jasonwood3227

There are not many left that can work a carb like you do! Thank you for making videos on carbs

Crispy 250, Instant throttle response…easily $3,000 here in NY

Another great 2 stroke ready to rip!! Awesome job! Just a suggestion tho.. maybe a full in depth video of you tearing down and rebuilding one of these gunked up carbs.. thx Joe

I’m surprised you don’t have a ultrasonic parts cleaner for all the carbs you take off and clean!

@1badtrain

6 ай бұрын

He actually does have one, he mentions using it when carbs are exceptionally dirty.

It would be awesome to see you completely rebuild one of these things. I bet a fully gone through 2Vintage bike would be mint

Things running great nice job as always!!

I live in South Florida and I don't use ethanol gas in anything. All of my lawn equipment including my tractor gets non-ethanol. It's a little more expensive at the pump but in the long term it's a lot cheaper. My Troy-Bilt lawn mower was still running that I bought new in 2005. I only had to replace it cuz the deck rusted out. All of my equipment runs on non-ethanol gas and synthetic Marine 2-stroke oil. You have a fantastic channel and it is a wealth of knowledge.

Thanks, another video filled with learning moments. Keep up the hard work

Great work Joe looks like you got a bargain for once man. Happy christmas and new year all the best dude take care.

Would be a better idea to grip an item in the vice when drilling or applying force with any sharp object, ask me why I know. Keep up the excellent work bud.

@AL4N.

6 ай бұрын

I also learned that the hard way, about 20 years ago.

@farmcat3198

5 ай бұрын

@@AL4N. Me too.

Just wanted to thank you for the knowledge over the years I have learned a lot 💪💪💪 keep going

looks like she's a runner love the way it kicks up the dirt well done sir.

All the videos I’ve watched I haven’t seen you do a wheelie yet. Love the videos that you do bad ass

Brilliant channel, and a YZ250 my all time favourite. Though one did break my back 😂😂😂😂😂

Not sure if anyone pointed it out bu your rear chain guide and roller are missing. So if you don't won't the chain to derail id get them on there. But dang did you get a great bike. That yz 250 motor is amazing

What a score dude! You could hear as soon as it started it was a great runner. Well done.

Good score. Clean the carb, repair the boot, a little maintenance, and off you go. You deserve a win.

Love your videos man. You have such a good laid back vibe. I’m getting ready to split the cases on my 88 RM250 to fix a transmission issue and your videos have made me feel confident enough to do it myself. 👍

@mwcinci

6 ай бұрын

And if it all goes pear shaped, more content for 2v if your in his neck of the woods

@JoeTheBlacksmith13

6 ай бұрын

@@mwcinci 🤫

Things run great nice job as always!!

Your fleet is growing brother lol so awesome some people just don't know what they are doing good for us that do lol God Bless n have a merry Christmas

Man you find the best deals! 1200$ wow that carb was the dirtiest I’ve ever seen.

Hey Joe, I really appreciate and enjoy your videos, you’re definitely working hard to get this channel going. I know it takes time to video and editing, along with scouring the web site’s for new and interesting stuff to rescue. I have a couple of questions, 1. Where did you learn how to repair ATV’s and Motorcycles? And 2. Do you sell some of them once you get them fixed and going? Keep up the great work!!!

@ethans5961

6 ай бұрын

Wondering this too. He’s got so many stacked up in there

@jrhaines30

6 ай бұрын

He sells a lot on facebook marketplace, and his prices are always very fair.

Great job on hunting down deals. 🎉 Good on you! Nice video.😊

I enjoy all your videos I feel like I could go out there and rip one of these things apart and put it back together again after watching your videos a lot of the KZreadrs that I watch are making their big money by selling merchandise t-shirts hats stickers Etc you should try that

It really makes me wonder whats going thru some peoples heads that once their bike wont start they just give up and sell it immediately. 2 stroke bikes are like the easiest things to fix!

Very professional, I love your content. Greetings from Austria☺️

Nice find Joe.. for what you paid even if you have to do a top end, heck even if you had to split the case, you're still up because they just DON'T make bikes like they used to, and that's a pretty sweet example.. Other than the dented exhaust pipe, but man they ALL get laid down sooner or later..

Just love that 2 stroke sound!! Its like asmr for me lol

What a great pickup, Best case scenario if your buying a project bike!! Those 250’s are monsters

😮😮😮😮 You are so right in case study . Good Surprise in a crapshoot is unusual in your game. I do like a bit more challenging adventure for you. Following till the next adventures. 😊😊😊😊😊

Man that bike is worth going ahead and tearing it down and totally freshening up and keeping in my opinion. Love the videos ❤❤❤

Those old yz’s can be turned into great trail bikes. Nice score.

It's like every home 'mechanic' has their own version of mechanical kryptonite.. this guys was carburators.. mines welding

Some days your the pigeon, some days your the statue. Sounds great.

I can tell it's approaching winter just by how long Vinny's fur is

Bravo, another great video. Good looking cycle, a little tinkering and pow there she goes

Hi Joe keep them coming any road bikes coming up

New subscriber...love your posts...where do you get your service manuals and parts manuals...online or do you buy them.

7:52 I like what you did there bud😂😂

I've noticed several posts complaining about how Joe does things. Some "claim" they've rebuilt dozens of bike. Talk is cheap, what youtube videos do you have to prove how good you are. My suggestion is you should just stop watching this channel since it seems to upset you so much.

man you aint kiddin about ethanol, once i figured out what was causing my small engine issues,boat motor,lawn mowers, weed eaters ect... i never used that crap again and have had 0 issues for many years

4th kick don’t start no point to keep kicking 🤣

Great buy, nice ride. I suspect that Joe, despite forays into quads, hovercraft, snowmobiles, and snow machines, has a hankering for dirt bikes. Keep up the hard work. 😏I'd drive by the sellers - but then I'm petty 🤦‍♂Spray washing AFTER you've worked on it

Dang. You got some sweet quarter car washes there. Here in metro Detroit. You would be standing on 6 inches thick of ice right now with broken glass in the ice. That was experience yesterday. And we pay a dollar a minute.

Great bike. They are still competitive today. Also needs a chain roller under left foot peg. That's why chain was so loose when you bought it.

Hey Joe. Great video!! I have been subscribed to this channel for a long time. I haven't really had a lot of time to watch like I used to but, this video was awesome!! It was also inspiring to try and get a good deal like that YZ250. Thanks Joe. Always appreciate your great work!!

"Homemade lubrication" 😂 omfg Joe what a comedian

My little sister does that vocal fry thing with her voice too. She never used too but when she started the 9th grade and went to a different High School she started hanging around with a group of girls that did thatnfor some reason. Drives us crazy in the house ! Lol

Man,I had a 2003. Good bike had to sell it to eat, sure miss it. I'm 62 now and miss raising hell on it. 🤟

Have you tried self-fusing rubber tape to fix cracks on rubber manifolds? Just curious. Always enjoying the videos.

A steel frame 250 - those are crazy good machines. Reliable like a mule. Keep up the good work man.

@erivon2234

6 ай бұрын

And Yamaha still makes them. Though they are like $10k... But that means parts...

Another one lives!!!great job Joe 🎅🎄🇺🇸⭐️👍🏻

I like your dog :) After all the checks you did, I’d drain the tank, replace the plug, clean the carb and then pressure test the engine.

You should get a nice tub for cleaning the parts with varsol it cleans really good i use to use that in a garage when i was a kid cleaning my carbs and other parts works wonders when you like to get your hands on parts instead of using ultrasonic cleaner

@wisecampmotorcycles8258

6 ай бұрын

He never cleans parts.

Thats the best 1200$ bike ive seen in a while if not ever. Thats beast keep that bike and shred it and tighten that loose rear shock lock spring spin ring thing. 😃🥂⚡🤙

Rear chain guide is missing, front sprocket cover and lower chain roller also good job

Love the vid. Love the family, live your sis. Hope to see much more of her. You two are funny together.

To check the sound of bearings...hold your cellphone under the cases and hit record. Should be a sweet swooshing sound.

Snap on open ends works awesome for those chain tensioner

Hey Joe were you goin with thar spanner in your hand !!! 🎵🎵🎶🎼🆒😎🤙!

I would check the fuel tap screens after seeing all that crud in the carb,

would love your advice on restoring plastics

How many little Joe Mechanics do plan on having sometime in the coming years Joe ?, kids be fortunate to have a well seasoned educational Pop.

It’s amazing out of all the quads an bikes you get. Only a few of them have the skid pans on them. I would why that is??

JOE!! SHOE GOO!!! works like a hot damn for fixing intake manifold boots! and it stays flexible unlike the epoxy you used here..... and its fuel proof!!! I've used it on several bikes with 100% success rate!!!!

Hey man, recently started watchin your vids. Learned some cool tricks i havnt seen. Just remember, if you can’t figure something out, keep trying until you do! I can’t help cringing at times cuz I’ve been there an dealt with similar things.. Stay positive, walk away and take a breather when necessary…. Just keep up the good work my man! Greatest feeling ever solving problems others couldn’t.. Btw.. get yourself a bottle of vulcanizing compound (for tire repair) for dryrotted carb boots. 👌stay safe👍