I wish everyone selling a bike had your attitude. Or if the bike is needing work be honest about to many shitty people tryna rip people off. Props to you man. And the bike looks amazing well done🤙
Thank you! I try my best to be as honest and upfront as I can. Obviously these are still 15 year old used dirt bikes and everything can't be perfect lol, but I do as much as I can to make it ready to go for the next owner!
You probably dont care but does anyone know of a method to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb lost the password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me
I love these videos man. A lot of channels are just unrealistic saying you can get a bike for $500 and stuff. I feel like yours I can actually relate to. Keep it up
This is so cool to see how honest you are and not rip off people by just making it look neat. I am planning to rebuild my Yamaha YZ125 as well soon. Keep up the good work 🙆🏽♀️
I know this isn’t a recent recent video. But I’m now buying a super moto because of your videos. Love them man. Keep up the good work and pushing content , so I can keep binge watching your videos!!!
Man, that looks SWEET! Love that you used the stock look. I've done that on my builds for a long time. Stock is always safe for the sale. If they want to change it, go for it but not everyone will like the aftermarket graphics that you like. Good on you for fixing it up before the sale. Nice job Matt.
Love the videos, keep up the good work. You deserve way more subscribers, keep making the videos I love them. I picked up a 2004 ktm 250 exc that I’m currently building!
FYI when you torque with a torque adapter or crows foot. You’re over torquing with it straight out (changes the fulcrum point). Turn it 90 degrees and torque to spec ✌️. There are formulas to convert your torque spec if you have to use it straight out/ angle other than 90
I’m 16 but I’m pretty switched on with both dirt bikes and cars I can name 95% of parts and what they do on both vehicles. One day I want to do exactly what you’re doing I’ve grown up with dirt bikes and I’d love to restore some both for me to keep and to sell
You flip bikes just like i do alot of them i pick up are like yours some cleaning and plastics etc like you said its a hobby and for me its the same but also i feel like every bike i do is another 2 stroke saved from death thats why i pick up the very clapped out bikes so they dont either a sit there and rot or b get taken apart and parted out on ebay its rewarding knowing that when the bike sells it has alot more years left on it because of me restoring it. Yea it may end up that i only make a couple hundred on some bikes just because they needed so much but its worth it as long as i break even im happy and if im not going to atleast break even then its another bike for the collection and ill keep it forever and ride it
Your videos are amazing love them I have a 92 kx125 that I am almost done you should find one and do as I said love your vids and I’m doing up my bike for a keeper because it is my favourite one anyway love you content on dirtbike flipping hope you do more
My problem doing this is once I start taking them apart I can't help but to replace more than what needs to be done and I end up keeping them ALL. lol.
I'd like to see you do a motor swap. Buy a bike with a blown motor like I did and make it extra fun 😆 In my case I found a YZ450 F with a destroyed engine from a broken crank so it's getting a banshee motor 🏁
MSRP is approx $160 for a set, but if you shop around you can them for cheaper. Amazon or eBay for right around $100-$110. It is definitely the way to go for new tires!
How much was powder coating the wheels? I didn't see it in the cost of the parts. Was it a new pipe or you just cleaned it up? I also do this. Started 6 years ago. Have done over 175 bikes in that time. Helps to be retired. Biggest issue now is finding bikes to rebuild. Keep it up.
Hey Matt so i just found u today!! Love your channel cause i actually have been looking for a MX 125 from like the mid-late 90s to the last yr they stopped making RM, KX YZ, CR. But i wanted it in clean practically mint restored condition and there so hard to find!!! Im obviously not looking in the rite spot. Any places i should b looking!? Do you end up selling all the bikes you do?? Great job brother!! Def a new subscriber!!!
Just keep searching Facebook marketplace and craigslist. The right bike is hard to find and sometimes just a waiting game. And I usually sell my of the bikes I have come through, but occasionally I'll keep them! Goodluck!
When you do a bike flip what do you do with brake manifolds that look awful and brake line that look terrible. Can these be cleaned, painted or just replace?
Hmmm there is no real way I have found to clean them, so as long as they work 100% I keep them on a bike I am flipping. I will replace them on bikes that I am building and making perfect
I’ve been binge watching your videos.. I just grabbed a 04 yz 125 for super cheap to fix up over the winter... are there any books on the engine schematics and all of the torques and diagrams?
Thanks awesome! And I just go to Google and type in "2004 yz125 manual" and I can usually find a .pdf with all the torque specs. For parts diagrams I just go to rocky mountain and use their OEM parts diagrams
I had a question do you happen to use the baby powder trick on the tires before putting the inner tubes inside of them? I watched a bunch of videos of a bunch of different people doing that they say it helps support the inner tube inside the tire and supposedly protects it somehow from rubbing a hole in the innertube from the tire. I just figured I asked if you knew about that trick?
what is the part that you put on before you put the newer front fender on? i’ve been wanting to put a newer one on but i the bolts don’t like up with a older 05 model
You mentioned that you are an engineer ! I am an engineering student currently in the second half of my junior year. Do you have any tips on networking and finding positions in the ATV/SX field ?
That's awesome! I struggled trying to find any connections and just happened to get lucky with Kenda since they are local. My advice: look for any local companies in the industry and just communicate with them!
Hey Matt! I just have a quick question to where you got those graphics that you put on this 125. They fit the bike so perfectly and would love to pick up a set of these graphics.
Hey can I get your advice on what would make my bike sell for the highest dollar if I ever sell it? It has a good amount of problems such as notched basket and clutch plates, bent front rotor, bad front wheel bearings, and a bad exhaust pipe seal, terrible eBay breakaway levers. I have probably 1900-2000 into it right now including the piston I’m about to put into it. Would it be worth spending money on larger things such as the clutch plates and basket? Or would the selling price increase not outweigh the cost? Also what things do you notice increase selling price the most? New plastics and tires?
Before selling, you want to make sure everything is mechanically working. If not, that will hurt your price the most. I would start with the small items such as the bent rotor, wheel bearings, and exhaust seal. Leave the levers. As for the basket, I would try taking it out and filing the notches down, that usually helps a lot and will save you from spending $$$ before selling it. Once all that is done, move to the plastics. New plastics are definitely the best way to increase your value, but you want to do the other stuff first. It is worth making $200-$300 less selling a bike that you feel confident is going to be ready for the next owner.
I wish everyone selling a bike had your attitude. Or if the bike is needing work be honest about to many shitty people tryna rip people off. Props to you man. And the bike looks amazing well done🤙
Thank you! I try my best to be as honest and upfront as I can. Obviously these are still 15 year old used dirt bikes and everything can't be perfect lol, but I do as much as I can to make it ready to go for the next owner!
@@MattBerger02 im right in akron ohio i watched for videos forever and i just found out your in north canton
There aren’t many channels like you that do a good job. Well done to you man
I appreciate that. Thanks!
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I was dumb lost the password. I appreciate any tricks you can offer me
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Try 2Vintage..hes a real good dude out of Wisconsin.
Jusy found this guy and im already binge watching him. Love his enthusiasm and energy on the channel. Keep it up
Everyday I wake up is a good day! Just happy to share this content with you guys. Thanks for the support!
I love these videos man. A lot of channels are just unrealistic saying you can get a bike for $500 and stuff. I feel like yours I can actually relate to. Keep it up
I'm just trying to be as transparent and honest as I can!
This is so cool to see how honest you are and not rip off people by just making it look neat. I am planning to rebuild my Yamaha YZ125 as well soon. Keep up the good work 🙆🏽♀️
Thank you so much! 👍
Love it man! Keep the Suzuki alive! Amazing bikes, glad to see another one get a revive.
Heck yeah! Thanks!
Damn that’s a good looking bike! This is quality work right here!!
I appreciate that thank you! 👍
u make amazing videos for such a small channel. been subbed since 1k, cool to see u grow to almost 9k.
Thanks a ton! I really appreciate that Noah!
I know this isn’t a recent recent video. But I’m now buying a super moto because of your videos. Love them man. Keep up the good work and pushing content , so I can keep binge watching your videos!!!
So awesome!!! Thank you
wish there were people like you selling bikes in australia
Man, that looks SWEET! Love that you used the stock look. I've done that on my builds for a long time. Stock is always safe for the sale. If they want to change it, go for it but not everyone will like the aftermarket graphics that you like. Good on you for fixing it up before the sale. Nice job Matt.
Thanks Robert! And yep, stock is just the way to go!
Sick build man. I found your videos tonight and now I'm running through them all haha
Btw these styles videos are awesome!
Welcome aboard! When you run out of content, don't worry, there's plenty more to come!
Love your Videos Matt!! Keep them Rolling!
Thanks! Will do!
Only thing missing was a fire up and sound check of the 125 with a shorty, always a tune my ears love.
Next time!
Yesssss! Another video from my favorite youtuber!!!!
Haha more on the way too!
Can u plz do more rm125 builds plz I love them and plz se my first comment
your on the right path, more advertising and your there. won't be long. killer job.
That's the plan! Goal is 20k subscribers by the end of the year!
Love the videos, keep up the good work. You deserve way more subscribers, keep making the videos I love them.
I picked up a 2004 ktm 250 exc that I’m currently building!
That's an awesome bike, good luck! And as long as you guys keep watching I'll keep making them!
FYI when you torque with a torque adapter or crows foot. You’re over torquing with it straight out (changes the fulcrum point). Turn it 90 degrees and torque to spec ✌️. There are formulas to convert your torque spec if you have to use it straight out/ angle other than 90
Edit: kept watching and learned you’re an engineer. I’m sure you know all about it lol.
😂😂😂 yes yes well aware indeed. Good ol' moment equations lol. I've got the conversion formulas on a sheet that I use everytime.
But good eye! Most people wouldn't catch that or know anything about it!
Oh wow I live in Ravenna. That explains why I have never been able to find a good deal on a dirt bike. You keep snatching them up! Lol
😅😅😅 oops!
Bro your channel is amazing man never seen such good quality of video, craft and clear explanations amazing truly
Im 14 and just bought my first rm125. Absolutely beautiful bike. It was 3500, so not too bad at all.
I would easily buy this bike! It's awesome.
Good job man! 😍
You’re a genuine guy and it shows I wish you were in the uk I would definitely buy a bike off you ! 👊🏽
Another great video! Thank you for your time and efforts!
Thank YOU for the support!
If I lived in US id definitely buy a bike from you. Awesome job and wicked editing skills. Respect from 🇬🇧
Much appreciated!
Just watched a few video, and this is quality content! Already subscribed👍
Dang Matt. I never knew you were an kenda employee! I just got some new Kendal for my dad!
Yep! That's awesome. Tons of new MX tires in the development process right now!
The Build and flip videos are awesome
Thanks Jordan!
I’m 16 but I’m pretty switched on with both dirt bikes and cars I can name 95% of parts and what they do on both vehicles. One day I want to do exactly what you’re doing I’ve grown up with dirt bikes and I’d love to restore some both for me to keep and to sell
That's so awesome and at 16 you've got a bright future ahead of you! Thank you for the support!
I just discover your channel and i love it😍 your content are satisfying and relaxing. More videos to come. Already hit thay red button⛔
🤘🤘🤘 let's go!
love the vids and you should continue the build series. I really would like if the videos were a little longer but keep up the good work!
Yeah this was just a quick flip, the next series will be a little longer! Thanks for the input!
New subscriber! Enjoyed you integrity an professionalism. I have 2 dirtbikes & 2 sport quads. Been in the sport 35yrs! #Yamaha #Maxima #Fox
You flip bikes just like i do alot of them i pick up are like yours some cleaning and plastics etc like you said its a hobby and for me its the same but also i feel like every bike i do is another 2 stroke saved from death thats why i pick up the very clapped out bikes so they dont either a sit there and rot or b get taken apart and parted out on ebay its rewarding knowing that when the bike sells it has alot more years left on it because of me restoring it. Yea it may end up that i only make a couple hundred on some bikes just because they needed so much but its worth it as long as i break even im happy and if im not going to atleast break even then its another bike for the collection and ill keep it forever and ride it
Love your rebuild series! Keep it up!
Thanks! Will do!
2 Smokes 4LIFE. Nice Work 👍🏻
You got it!
Mr John david is the best, recommending him to all beginners who wants to recover losses like I did
Trading with Mr john Davidwas never a regret to me, All thanks to him, he is the best I have ever seen
Oh, I've heard of him but I didn't take it seriously until I tried out with $ 500 and made profits within some days
How can one reach an expert in trading,cos I have lost alot of money trading with a wrong trader.
Trading with Mr john Was The biggest thing I ever dreamed of. I advised you to give him a try you will never regret it
I'm beginner too, I've been earning through investing with expert john it has been a huge success, in two weeks i made $15,000 with $1,000
Your videos are amazing love them I have a 92 kx125 that I am almost done you should find one and do as I said love your vids and I’m doing up my bike for a keeper because it is my favourite one anyway love you content on dirtbike flipping hope you do more
Thank you for the support!!
Dude I love your vids!! Keep the content coming!! 👌🏼👌🏼👌🏼
Thank you and will do!
Wow, I grew up riding RMs! A restored RM125 like this is def a dream bike of mine. Do you do any giveaways!? Haha Great stuff man, keep it up.
No giveaways yet, but in the future for sure!
Your videos are sick if you keep it up I'm sure you will blow up big time!
I appreciate that, thanks! 🤘
big fan man! saw ur last rm build series on youtube then realized ur from ohio when i saw it in a facebook group i’m in 😂
Thanks funny haha thank you!
My problem doing this is once I start taking them apart I can't help but to replace more than what needs to be done and I end up keeping them ALL. lol.
Haha been there done that! I have learned to not become too attached and set my budget and plan beforehand lol.
Just awesome! Love your channel here 👌🏻👌🏻🇦🇺
btw thank you for not saying'' literally'' every other word
Officially One Of My Goals In Life Is To Have Matt Do My First Bike Restoration. 🙏🏾
Haha maybe one day!
Wow another awesome video!! I would definitely buy a bike from you!! You definitely take pride in your work!!
Thank you. Like I said, I want to build something I would feel comfortable and confident buying/riding myself!
I'd like to see you do a motor swap. Buy a bike with a blown motor like I did and make it extra fun 😆 In my case I found a YZ450 F with a destroyed engine from a broken crank so it's getting a banshee motor 🏁
Cool idea! Might have to do that someday!
Can you plz do more rm125 builds and sale them Bec I really like the rm and love watching u build them and I hope one day I could buy one
Definitely! 🤘
Absolutely Amazing Bro. Beautiful Work. Well Done.
Thank you Kreg. I appreciate it!
Keep up the awesome work man 🤘🔥
Will do thanks!
The bike did look pretty sweet I would have liked to seen ya ride it,cool video new sub
Thanks Bobby!
Love these videos man!
Thank you!
Just stumbled on u here... love the videos
this guy is under rated
Haha thanks man!
First Video i watched on your Channel. Really like it. u get a sub. More of this please. Greetings from germany
Germany!? That's awesome, glad you enjoy the videos!
Super Nice Video bro, greetings from Austria!
Greetings! Thanks for watching!
You build the best Suzuki’s!!!
Thanks Joe!
Fantastic job Matt.. Enjoyed it thoroughly.. Appreciate it.. ✌ Old G
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks! 👍
Awesome videos dude! $102 for tires? Is that because your an employee or is that the msrp? If so they just earned a new customer. Cheers!
MSRP is approx $160 for a set, but if you shop around you can them for cheaper. Amazon or eBay for right around $100-$110. It is definitely the way to go for new tires!
@@MattBerger02 Sweet thanks Dudeski!
Yo this content is super clean! Instant sub from me, when are you going flip a 500 2 stroke? Like a rm500, cr500 etc
Thanks for the sub! And I want to do a 500 so bad... just can't find the right deal! But as soon as I do you guys will see one!
@@MattBerger02 allright keep up the work! I will be waiting for that 500 build series 😌👍
We need a gradge tour!!
Love ur vids! Keep it up
Thanks!
great video bro, just found you. very educational.
Good to hear! Thank you
Nice job,nice bike,nice you, like your videos alot man
Thank you Benjamin!
this is the best way to do it as long as the bottom end is good people are lazy they will want it
Love these videos! New sub!
🤘🤘🤘
i love your videos man.
Thanks Ollie! 👍
Shoulda hit them hubs with the pryme mx wheels but either way still a dope ass bike man!
We want more videos like this!!!
Do you like the quads? Like to flip one and see how it goes?
Never done a quad... Might have to one day!
How much was powder coating the wheels? I didn't see it in the cost of the parts. Was it a new pipe or you just cleaned it up? I also do this. Started 6 years ago. Have done over 175 bikes in that time. Helps to be retired. Biggest issue now is finding bikes to rebuild. Keep it up.
Hey Matt so i just found u today!! Love your channel cause i actually have been looking for a MX 125 from like the mid-late 90s to the last yr they stopped making RM, KX YZ, CR. But i wanted it in clean practically mint restored condition and there so hard to find!!! Im obviously not looking in the rite spot. Any places i should b looking!? Do you end up selling all the bikes you do?? Great job brother!! Def a new subscriber!!!
Just keep searching Facebook marketplace and craigslist. The right bike is hard to find and sometimes just a waiting game. And I usually sell my of the bikes I have come through, but occasionally I'll keep them! Goodluck!
@@MattBerger02 Yea ill keep looking on marketplace, and ill be watching you also for your next MX 125 rebuild!!!!🤘✌
Build a old kx125 or some old rm80 or 85 would be cool to see, or some Harley content lol
I would love to do an old kx125 if I can find one!
Hey matt just wondering what do you do to your frame and swing arm to make them look so good? scotch brite?
So clean
Where are you finding the oem look a like graphics for the Polisport Restyle kit?
When you do a bike flip what do you do with brake manifolds that look awful and brake line that look terrible. Can these be cleaned, painted or just replace?
Hmmm there is no real way I have found to clean them, so as long as they work 100% I keep them on a bike I am flipping. I will replace them on bikes that I am building and making perfect
I’ve been binge watching your videos.. I just grabbed a 04 yz 125 for super cheap to fix up over the winter... are there any books on the engine schematics and all of the torques and diagrams?
Thanks awesome! And I just go to Google and type in "2004 yz125 manual" and I can usually find a .pdf with all the torque specs. For parts diagrams I just go to rocky mountain and use their OEM parts diagrams
I had a question do you happen to use the baby powder trick on the tires before putting the inner tubes inside of them? I watched a bunch of videos of a bunch of different people doing that they say it helps support the inner tube inside the tire and supposedly protects it somehow from rubbing a hole in the innertube from the tire. I just figured I asked if you knew about that trick?
Cool video thanks
I was wondering what graphics you used because I have a 2004 rm 125 and I am try to make it nice
I think he said polisport
what is the part that you put on before you put the newer front fender on? i’ve been wanting to put a newer one on but i the bolts don’t like up with a older 05 model
hey man can you please tell me where you get the decals? or stickers???
Motocutzmx!
did you have a good luck with suzuki 125's? i really like them but ive heard many complaints about transmissions
I've never had any major issues with my RMs and they've been great! Never any transmission issues either
@@MattBerger02 thank you very much!
Nice videos mate 💪👌
New subscriber here 👀
thats awesome im about 50 mi south of you!!!
OH-IO!
How did you learn to work on bikes did you go to school for it, work in a shop or just on your own trial and error kinda deal
What is that first little parts washer. I like that. What model is it? It's like the first thing on your video.
It's an ultrasonic cleaner from Harbor Freight!
could not get half of that stuff for that coast in Canada
That's crazy how much more expensive stuff is!
@@MattBerger02 graphic atleast 160, plastic and top end probably 250-300 and tries 200
Love it...such a beauty😊
Big up from France
All the way from France?! Awesome!
What plastics are these? And what brand?
You mentioned that you are an engineer ! I am an engineering student currently in the second half of my junior year. Do you have any tips on networking and finding positions in the ATV/SX field ?
That's awesome! I struggled trying to find any connections and just happened to get lucky with Kenda since they are local. My advice: look for any local companies in the industry and just communicate with them!
What are the graphics you used? Looks great!
Cormotographics.com
Hey Matt! I just have a quick question to where you got those graphics that you put on this 125. They fit the bike so perfectly and would love to pick up a set of these graphics.
cormotographics.com
Nice build. Where did you get the graphics?
Check out cormotographics.com
Hey I’m in the same situation rebuilding a rm125 I found for a good price. What graphics are those I love the simple look?
Go to cormotographics.com and send them and email saying I sent you! They'll hook you up!
@@MattBerger02 Thanks for the quick reply, keep up the good work with the videos!!
Hey can I get your advice on what would make my bike sell for the highest dollar if I ever sell it? It has a good amount of problems such as notched basket and clutch plates, bent front rotor, bad front wheel bearings, and a bad exhaust pipe seal, terrible eBay breakaway levers. I have probably 1900-2000 into it right now including the piston I’m about to put into it. Would it be worth spending money on larger things such as the clutch plates and basket? Or would the selling price increase not outweigh the cost? Also what things do you notice increase selling price the most? New plastics and tires?
Before selling, you want to make sure everything is mechanically working. If not, that will hurt your price the most. I would start with the small items such as the bent rotor, wheel bearings, and exhaust seal. Leave the levers. As for the basket, I would try taking it out and filing the notches down, that usually helps a lot and will save you from spending $$$ before selling it. Once all that is done, move to the plastics. New plastics are definitely the best way to increase your value, but you want to do the other stuff first. It is worth making $200-$300 less selling a bike that you feel confident is going to be ready for the next owner.
Im surprised you dont keep any of these 2 strokes cuz you gotta think every 2 stroke is a piece of history
Super cool
Thank you!
Nice Video , what plastic kit is it an from what year ? :)
Polisport Restyle kit for 2001-07