hey guys, thanks for all the comments and feedback! if you want to see more from this build head over to my KTM 300 playlist, I recorded every step of this build in details, there is over 25 videos. I think some of you might find it interesting. This video is an edit from all the videos I did during 5 months period as I was building this bike, you can see all the parts and know why I chose those parts, etc.. enjoy and thanks again! here is the playlist: th-cam.com/video/4JIlG6q0j8I/w-d-xo.html
Yea, it was great find, it did have few things wrong, for example coolant leak from cylinder base gasket, etc.. I bought exactly same bike 2004 KTM 250sx few years ago, bike was in great conditions and I paid $1800 .. California has good used dirt bike market, bikes are cheaper..
I've NEVER seen shit for 2 stroke MX bikes under a grand. For $900 you get an 80 or MAYBE a 1991 KX125 that needs work. Most 03-05s are in the $2 - $3k range and its usually a KX250 or CR250, not a running 250SX with a pipe in great shape. That bike is basically a fluke and an impossible thing to score again.
Did you by any chance hear that i have been flying from town to town? Actually , I went from London to Taiwan. Yes, indeed i tell you, i have been all over the globe. With one mission. Protect your soul. I am a hero. Tonight.
Man I really appreciate you for taking the time in making this video. I am a retired Vet and on a tight budget, but always planned to build my own custom bike based on a similar type bike. I was a little nervous about spending above my budget for tools, but thanks to your video I was able to see I have everything need already. And the process is not as bad as I thought with the newer bikes. I decided to go 100% ahead with my project thanks to you.....please keep up the great work.
I’m a high school student right now. This is what I do for a living, buying craigslist dirt bikes and flipping them. Videos like this are awesome to watch when the bike market has slowed down. Thanks for the great video!
It's so refreshing to see a TH-cam build done by someone who has all the tools and knows what to do and uses quality parts. It's a rare things I've found
Thats the best part about complete machines.. Its cheaper to buy a complete machine then individual parts lol. Hence why parting out makes the most money =)
Wow, I am glad I found this video! I am about to embark on a 1997 KTM 250 EXC build and I've never done anything like this before. I am going to watch your whole serious from start to finish. Cheers
I hope you sent this video to the previous owner to show them how you bastardized their old bike. Just kidding. This was pretty amazing since whenever I buy a bike, I just take it home and ride it straight away. I can see how this would be much more satisfying in the end. Seriously, great job and cheers!
You should have a shallow bucket, like a oil draining bucket, (for when you change your oil) and you’ll be able to put all the screws and stuff, and a towel with parts, it’ll be hard to lose anything
Bit of a late reply but I started with lawnmowers then to go karts then to put bikes then dirt bikes and I now work as a motorcycle repair mechanic for top end bikes and I just finished up on a ninja h2 for a guys dream bike build
Thank you for the video, I just bought a 2000 KTM 200 EXC that needs some work. $1500 in Arizona. All she needs is some plastic, the fork seals replaced and a new front tire. I'm also going to get a new air filter and a fuel line. I consider that a steel for this KTM this will be the first non-japanese bike I've owned, except for the beta's I've used in trials Competition.
@@PKTMProductions já už se snažím tak čtyři roky najít motorku, na které bych mohl začít a nechci žádnýho Číňana, tak se dívám na yz85ky a v ne moc hezkým stavu za 40000,-... Zasraná Amerika tyvole tam mají všechno levnější 😂
Beautiful video, see people talking about the money it would of costed to do this, but every piece on the bike is what he wants and he will have a connection with that like no new bike that is stock would bring you
Its nice to see that dirt bikes make some else has happy as they do me! Its a joy like no other. Sweet build and good video! *** TWO STROKES *** :-) :-)
Great build! However, the music was so terrible that I had to mute it a minute into the video. Horrible music, but super awesome bike. I love the smell of 2-stroke in the morning.
If motobike 2 stroke like this made in Vietnam. I think it is about 5000 dollars. I wish I can live your country... From Vietnam. Love your video... I alway support your video, bro!
so thankful for the inspiration! looks beautiful! everyone deserves to have fun doing what they love! we need more people doing this! why let goood things go to waste? Much love ❤❤❤❤👍
Just a tip: when choosing music, dont play the same song for the while vid, especially if the song has lyrics. It gets kinda repetitive and annoying. Great vid tho! I really enjoy watching bike build videos. Keep up the great work!
Absolutely amazing video. The amount of work you put into the build and taking and editing the video is incredible. Thank you man, it’s awesome watching the whole process! Kudos man 👍✌️
Gotta love the euro techno music.... This was a great build series Rado. I can't wait to see what is next. Maybe a shootout between your Husaberg and KTM on the trail circuit you ride?
Not even 20 minutes into the video and thumbs up brings back memories you got to do what you had to do to make something especially when it comes to a bike......
thanks Robert, glad you like it. These older KTMs are still very competitive bikes if you give them little bit of love ;) I finished this build year ago, and till today this KTM300 is my go-to trail bike
hey guys, thanks for all the comments and feedback! if you want to see more from this build head over to my KTM 300 playlist, I recorded every step of this build in details, there is over 25 videos. I think some of you might find it interesting. This video is an edit from all the videos I did during 5 months period as I was building this bike, you can see all the parts and know why I chose those parts, etc.. enjoy and thanks again! here is the playlist: th-cam.com/video/4JIlG6q0j8I/w-d-xo.html
Bike looks great 1 new subscribers
Welcome on board Ed!
Regards, I would like to know if you can help me get a gearbox for a KTM 2 stroke 250cc enduro from the Dominican Republic.
thank you.
Can i try that for free..🙂
GOOD BRO
is no one gonna acknowledged that 900$ was an absolute steal for that bike
yeah really... People ask $2000 and get it for a bike in that condition in my area.
Capt Jack Jeez man where I live in western pa people would be asking 2500+
Yea, it was great find, it did have few things wrong, for example coolant leak from cylinder base gasket, etc.. I bought exactly same bike 2004 KTM 250sx few years ago, bike was in great conditions and I paid $1800 ..
California has good used dirt bike market, bikes are cheaper..
I've NEVER seen shit for 2 stroke MX bikes under a grand. For $900 you get an 80 or MAYBE a 1991 KX125 that needs work. Most 03-05s are in the $2 - $3k range and its usually a KX250 or CR250, not a running 250SX with a pipe in great shape. That bike is basically a fluke and an impossible thing to score again.
@@rickfeith6372 My KTM SX 125 2016 was 3800€
Man.. if i hear "we are heroes tonight" one more time. I swear to god..
great video man! Awesome build!
haha,
you dont want to be hero tonight? ;)
.. next time I will choose better songs for sure. Glad you like the build man, thanks!
Riiiight omgosh
It went for a reallllllllly long time!
I almost stopped watching because of that song
Did you by any chance hear that i have been flying from town to town? Actually , I went from London to Taiwan. Yes, indeed i tell you, i have been all over the globe. With one mission. Protect your soul. I am a hero. Tonight.
900 dollars? you robbed the guy! Those are the deals i like!
ya, do ya think!!!!!!!
In Germany you'll pay atleast 3000€ and if you want a decent bike you will pay around 4/5 grand. 900$ for this bike is a absolute win.
@@paul6775 Musst probefahren und nen gefakten Pfand hinterlassen
@@paul6775 ja Mann isso
900 for a 2004 sx is not that uncommon, at least where i live the sx is pretty cheap compared to the exc, because you cant take it on the road.
Man I really appreciate you for taking the time in making this video. I am a retired Vet and on a tight budget, but always planned to build my own custom bike based on a similar type bike. I was a little nervous about spending above my budget for tools, but thanks to your video I was able to see I have everything need already. And the process is not as bad as I thought with the newer bikes. I decided to go 100% ahead with my project thanks to you.....please keep up the great work.
Glad it was helpful! Best of luck Bill!!
I’m a high school student right now. This is what I do for a living, buying craigslist dirt bikes and flipping them. Videos like this are awesome to watch when the bike market has slowed down. Thanks for the great video!
Thanks brother! What is your latest project?
I doubt you could make a living off of that.
Mr. Swoleson you could easily make a living off this dick head
@@gage9178 people do that with cars all the time
I have also been thinking about do this but also with snowmobiles and mopeds... basically small engine stuff
I would've been fine with that bike from the beginning lol
:)
Sane
Same
Honestly
Wouldnt anybody?
Now this called a complete rebuild, not those that put some spray on it and that's it!
Congrats
thanks man, glad you like it!
What about the motor?
Steve Booth that’s what I’m saying
Lol true
Sweet!! Looks so much better with orange frame!
Well done, it looks amazing!
Thank you! Cheers!
All my life hated 2 strokes..
Until now, WHAT A MASTER PIECE! you are an artist and a genious! Congratulations from Colombia!
haha, thanks Alejandro! ;)
Why hate the 2 strokes they are so much fun and plenty reliable if you care for them properly
@@kx250braap they sound awful
@sexy gorilla I'll give you that
@@brain1187 yea... My opinion is 4 stroke sound better then 2 so..
for 900 bucks that thing looked pristine
You left out the $5500 in parts. Haha
@@bkm72 he's talking about before he sunk the cash and time into it.
That's not including everything he bought to rebuild
Yea it’s a deal one of those here we’re I love would be at least 2k or 1,500 that’s a deal and it’s in perfect conditions to ride basically
A ktm in that good condition... You would be finding hard for it in our country
It's so refreshing to see a TH-cam build done by someone who has all the tools and knows what to do and uses quality parts. It's a rare things I've found
thanks Ryan
I bet in the condition he bought it in would cost like 2500 or more today
I got a 99’ KTM 200 EXC for 1500 3 weeks ago.
Just got a 2001 and 1998 both for 600 one just needs stator other is tore down and has whole engine
Yeah for sure
Never seen a better time lapse rebuild! nice work nice vid! greets from germany...cheers mate
Thanks a lot mate, glad you like it ;)
900$😳 were I live that thing wouod he like 3000$
Hahahaha same thing in my country
No, if it was in this condition
@Gaming Boy dude a new sx is 8299$
jacob fehr there an 2008 250xcw going for 4300$ up here in New England where Ktms are like gold
Frank Foot986 oh yeah, I’m in new England too and there seems to be an price hike
$10,000 later
Hahahaha, yup. Could've bought brand new for cheaper.
It’s not only about the money, it’s about the connection with the bike.
He made a lot of youtube and especially this video
Its a hobby/project, its about having fun. Money doesnt matter.
No lie
the motorcycle is great but the workmanship is spectacular. I've seen it 9 times. Watching again. Thank you.
thank you, glad you like it :)
I immediately see the love for the doggo and clicked like :3
thanks Erik ;)
Same I did that too!
Dirt N Iron same
I’ve never been so excited to watch a time lapse video of anything in my life.
You’ve done a hands down amazing job
thanks a lot Andrey, really appreciate it! :)
you've been able to glue me to the screen for 40 minutes ... congratulations, fantastic video!
Thanks a lot for saying that Manuel! I am glad you enjoyed it :)
Your not the only one mate I’m stuck on the toilet , I have a bike the exact same as how it he brought it in my shed I’m resorting
it's super nice the complete overhaul that you did on that oldie one day when mine turns ugly i can also follow this example was pleasure to watch it
I really enjoyed those 39 minutes. Great bike and great video!
thanks a lot! glad you watched it all ;)
Awesome build!!
Ain't no way this bike was 900 bucks. The FMF alone is 400.
yes, I got lucky. It was 900 ;)
Thats the best part about complete machines.. Its cheaper to buy a complete machine then individual parts lol. Hence why parting out makes the most money =)
Gxttr8infrastrutture
In Italy go to 500 to 1000 in good condition
If that was 900 us it was for nothing a no you minted it but it looked pretty good to start with would of pulled in 1600 2000 UK easy
Thank you for this video, really calming to see you just work on the bike and not talk useless crap.
Wow, I am glad I found this video! I am about to embark on a 1997 KTM 250 EXC build and I've never done anything like this before. I am going to watch your whole serious from start to finish. Cheers
have fun! rebuilding a bike is super rewarding process
@@dirtniron Thanks, Rado! I've already learnt a lot from your vids. Cheers
You make everything you do look so easy and chilled its never like that with me.
well, I choose what to show on camera ;)
I see a doggo, I like
Found the zoo
NOW THIS, is what TH-cam is made for. :-D
love this comment! :) thanks brother!
True
But....but this video represents the patriarchy!
And the patriarchy rebuilds sweet arse dirt bikes!
True
It was already a nice looking bike, hard to believe 900 bucks. Wow awesome job, it's beautiful.
thanks Keith, appreciate it!
This has been in my recommend for a couple days now, thought id just watch it to see what it was all about. Glad I did, awesome build! SUBCRIBED!!
thanks Zac and welcome on board! :)
I hope you sent this video to the previous owner to show them how you bastardized their old bike. Just kidding. This was pretty amazing since whenever I buy a bike, I just take it home and ride it straight away. I can see how this would be much more satisfying in the end. Seriously, great job and cheers!
i love every step you did on this bike, so smooth
Thanks, glad you like it!
The fact how i was able to watch this video without getting bored is crazy, i was honestly vibing to the music the whole time
I don’t like the white fuel tank but apart from that the bike is badass!
thanks Jack
Thats a desert tank my guy
Typical desert tank. Not pretty but a lot more miles on a fill.
It's so cool to see the progress. Well done man!
thanks Niklas!
I'm currently building a 2004 200cc exc this is all new to me and this video is what I was looking for! Brilliant 👏
Glad I could help! I have long playlist showing everything in the detail: th-cam.com/video/4JIlG6q0j8I/w-d-xo.html
I would be so scared doing that cause I would probably lose a part
it isnt that hard ;) specially when you have a video how you took it apart
You should have a shallow bucket, like a oil draining bucket, (for when you change your oil) and you’ll be able to put all the screws and stuff, and a towel with parts, it’ll be hard to lose anything
@@natebrank4240 ehh, he seems to know where everything is
John Millar if I did it when I put it back together it would blow up 😂😂😂😂
I would forget where the parts go lol
Amazing!! This is exactly the kind of content I've been looking for!
Thanks, I am glad you like it!
Ciodmreltlrletlgltlr😎👔
Dfmfldltlrlrtlflrl
I wish I was smart enough to work on projects like this
Walmart Fanatic just start small
You're smart enough, you just need to put in the effort
Wade Hudson it doesn’t happen in a day it takes time, you learn as you go
Bit of a late reply but I started with lawnmowers then to go karts then to put bikes then dirt bikes and I now work as a motorcycle repair mechanic for top end bikes and I just finished up on a ninja h2 for a guys dream bike build
@AlaskaLive not my company so the boss wont like it I am looking into my own business but I cant because of corona so I'm going to try next year
That's one hell of a deal , we just got a 1992 cr250r beat up for $800 to do a total rebuild/restoration on..Great job..
That is passion for the motor sport right there!
Congrats on getting the funding to do a ground up build. Also WAY TO GO on knocking a build outta the park! I'll bet she feels as good as it looks!!
thanks Jason, glad you like it! She feels pretty good, you should check out first ride video ;)
Yo this bike is a beauty😍
thanks man!
Seen you again. Lmao. You are everywhere
Lukas Radzimski haha yeah
Yorhg10
Wow
Thank you for the video, I just bought a 2000 KTM 200 EXC that needs some work. $1500 in Arizona. All she needs is some plastic, the fork seals replaced and a new front tire. I'm also going to get a new air filter and a fuel line. I consider that a steel for this KTM this will be the first non-japanese bike I've owned, except for the beta's I've used in trials Competition.
Glad it helped, good luck with the bike!
@@dirtniron thank you
@@dirtniron you really know what you're doing in great detail great video
in switzerland you pay for this bike in this condition 2000
I got lucky
In Czech Republic it would be 2500 at minimum 😂
@@PKTMProductions já už se snažím tak čtyři roky najít motorku, na které bych mohl začít a nechci žádnýho Číňana, tak se dívám na yz85ky a v ne moc hezkým stavu za 40000,-... Zasraná Amerika tyvole tam mají všechno levnější 😂
@@mirrekku Přesně tak :DD Já jsem našel KTM 300 EXC v pěkném stavu nedávno za 70 tisíc, ale do 1 hodiny bylo prodané :( :DD
by d way what is your currency?
Beautiful video, see people talking about the money it would of costed to do this, but every piece on the bike is what he wants and he will have a connection with that like no new bike that is stock would bring you
any brand new stock bike would put a smile on my face for 50 years. All I want to do in life is ride but money is a huge problem in that.
Ktm should sponser him
I would love that ;)
Somebody tag KTM!
Loved the background music sire❤ very satisfying to watch . Watching from South Korea 🇰🇷🇵🇭
thanks ;)
Super nice build! Its nice to see guys put work into building a nice bike as apposed to just buying the latest greatest.
thanks Rodney, glad you see it that way ;)
This video is awesome! You made that bike look incredible.
thank you, glad you like it!
I would have much preferred just silence or a couple songs haha
Yeah that first song got me frustrated so much that I turned my volume all the down
Th3R34lic73co 1 we are hero’s bro
Turn volume off?
colten6996 silence is even more annoying
Th3R34lic73co 1 me too
Its nice to see that dirt bikes make some else has happy as they do me! Its a joy like no other. Sweet build and good video! *** TWO STROKES *** :-) :-)
Thanks Tom, glad you see it that way!👍
You make the best videos keep up great work man 👍🤘
thanks Adam!
Agree. But one thing, Next time choose a more variable music XD Getting anoying after 20min haha
@@SefringGamer :) music is always an issue, I'll try to get better. Thanks
@@dirtniron clean bike anyways tho! Real Nice
For me this bike looks and sounds awesome. Thanks to You I stay motovated :)
thanks Tomasz!
Perfect completely rebuild , congrats!!! Nice and clean jobb
thanks Bachir
Damn I can only imagine how the guy that sold it to you for $900 is feeling now.
;) he should be happy I think!
@@dirtniron and jealous.😆
Probably fine considering the guy probably put another $5000 into this bike minimum.
@@ConnorHD3 yeah but he's probably thinking damn If only I put some effort in to it...
He probably spent like $3000 dollars or more in it tho
Great build! However, the music was so terrible that I had to mute it a minute into the video. Horrible music, but super awesome bike. I love the smell of 2-stroke in the morning.
The color of chasis is fantastic
Thanks Rafael! They call it KTM orange ;)
@@dirtniron you are right. Jejej.
Im so inspired by your work's..I wanna start a modifying bike... In India
Boy that things in better shape than my $1,800 98 KX250 amazing job on the restore
Nice one.100% better than the old one.
Thanks!
I'm stunned.....amazing job, I love it
I'm glad you like it, thanks Guillermo!
If motobike 2 stroke like this made in Vietnam. I think it is about 5000 dollars. I wish I can live your country... From Vietnam. Love your video... I alway support your video, bro!
thanks bro! yea, we are spoiled in US ;)
this is my 7th time watching this same video over and over again its so well made
thanks for watching!
Love this bike, wish I could complete a build like this
Such an amazing transformation! Well done!
This guy has a big Gift from God he is so talented to be able to do that stuff that he is doing now I RELY LIKE THIS GUY
thank you. God has blessed me a lot, which I am really grateful for
Awesome !!! Nothing like transforming and rebuilding any motorbike... Well Done
thanks Michael, glad you like it!
I don’t like it, but I LOVE IT... 🔥🔥🔥
The part were u loved your dog with this music made me smile😍
Awesome vid bro and inspiring, love you in Christ man.
Thanks brother, I am so glad we have a lot of Christ followers on the channel! would be fun to meet one day :)
Wow! Great job man. Youre a great mechanic and rider (and video editor too). Congrats!! Very inspiring. God bless you
thanks man, glad you like it ;)
This is art. I’m italin boy 💪🏻💪🏻
thanks Luca!
Congrats brother!
She is beautiful.
Thanks brother! :)
2:19
did he come to say hello ?
🤩
It’s these kind of videos that give me confidence and motivate me to work on my bike. This is one of my favorite channels ever!😁😁
Thanks man, glad you get little motivation here 👍
So much better!! I wish that was my bike
Ciosdmdmsmffffllttrllrtlrlrr😎👔
Dmerlrleltltlelrlt4ñ
Id loved do that for living
me too ;)
Me three
Unfortunately that job does not exist! You can't make good money restoring powersports equipment I've tried.
Awesome video and amazing job.
I'm simply impressed and i'm subscribing right now.
Thanks Frederico, welcome on board!
Just spectacular..no words..thanks very much from Spain! Big hug
Thank you very much! glad you like it, greetings to Spain!
so thankful for the inspiration! looks beautiful! everyone deserves to have fun doing what they love! we need more people doing this! why let goood things go to waste? Much love ❤❤❤❤👍
Thank you Tyler, appreciate it.
I'll give you $900 for it.
@Jameson Masters
r/woooosh
@Jamesonverse are you stupid?
@@alec-gr8eo you have broken the forbidden rule
Jamesonverse Lmao the one actually is correct
Noo for free.. pff
It is really worth watching
thanks a lot!
Thanks for filming this! Really awesome seeing the whole process!! Bike looks super SICKKK! !!!
thanks man, glad you like it !
Just a tip: when choosing music, dont play the same song for the while vid, especially if the song has lyrics. It gets kinda repetitive and annoying. Great vid tho! I really enjoy watching bike build videos. Keep up the great work!
Eli Roberts especially Heroes Tonight
Thumbs up for not editing the dog out
ezlivin44 I read that as eating so imma just leave
@@technopanda1018 do you sir
ezlivin44 maybe
What I don't like, fuel tank, rear tire, lever savers, kickstand. You made a beautiful bike, though!
thanks for sharing, all those mods make sense for the riding I plan to with the bike.
@@dirtniron Yeah I'm not knocking you man, you really put some work and money into it!
thanks brother, I know. Appreciate honest comments, happy new year ;)
I think the fuel tank is a long range tank. I think they use them for long enduro races. Still nice though.👍
@@NathanW69 It is, just don't like the way they look personally.
I only just know seen this build, “after watching the recent YZ250 build” like I said before...totally amazing work you do Rado
thanks a lot Mike, glad you like these full build videos. check out my main channel page, I have more projects like there: th-cam.com/users/dirtniron
Absolutely amazing video. The amount of work you put into the build and taking and editing the video is incredible. Thank you man, it’s awesome watching the whole process! Kudos man 👍✌️
thanks a lot man, glad you like it!
Really good content. Good music too.
thanks :)
Gotta love the euro techno music.... This was a great build series Rado. I can't wait to see what is next. Maybe a shootout between your Husaberg and KTM on the trail circuit you ride?
thanks brother, yea I can do some comparison. I have 15h on ktm now,want to get some riding in first..
@@dirtniron 15 hours...well done. I have 41 on my bike and that took a year😔
Not even 20 minutes into the video and thumbs up brings back memories you got to do what you had to do to make something especially when it comes to a bike......
thanks Aaron, glad you like it!
Great video I love these rebuild type videos but just put different music next time lol other wise great video
thanks Dalton, different music for sure ;) we aint no heroes anyway. lol
Cool video and a great rebuild job. Although the music was annoying since it seemed like it was on repeat
Ur dog is so cuteeee!
It's bloody fantastic.
Watched the hole video great.
I have a 450 exc 07 spent alot of dollars on it last year.
But didn't go that far.
Awesome.
thanks Robert, glad you like it. These older KTMs are still very competitive bikes if you give them little bit of love ;) I finished this build year ago, and till today this KTM300 is my go-to trail bike
Fml I just bought a 02 250 ktm I was in love until I watched this
Chris Sutton Yea but yours is a green sticker
10 out of 10 I love the bike😂
I think the guy that sold the bike to him will want to have the bike back so nice it looks now
Wish I can find a $900 bike that clean. That was a steal you got!
yea, it was a great deal!