@VBMichael_D 😆 🤣 😂 I'm not crying about pricing one bit. I think it's a great deal. Don't be upset you can't afford it. Good luck on your bailing wire kx.
@matthewcloutier175 this guy does amazing work. Ive seen that 250 in person. He's got a badass hydro clutch he developed on there too. Super stand up guy.
Luke offers a great unheard of deal. It won't last long. Will probably be sold in a few days, with Jr selling it. That is one gorgeous bike, and a great idea that Luke had.
Sexiest K5-Hundo, 2-Smoker I've ever laid these 62 yr old eyes on! And I thought I already owned the best lookin' KX500 ever built. Funtastic work Luke! #BigBorePowerValvesforLife!
They thought it through and made it achievable for the average Joe, just awesome! Those Hygge pipes look badass thing sounds so deep for a 2 stroke. Lovely autumn colours you have right now. Rate Sr always with the matching outfit 😎
I always wanted a 500 2-stroke for riding the many dirt roads in my area, when I could afford one, they didn't make them anymore. Now I'm too old, I'm sad to say.
I Rode a KX 500 for years, and I’m sorry I don’t still have it! It was a blast. Better bottom end and revs out farther, which is why it won so many Baja’s, Enduros, and Hill climbs! I used to whoop on the XR600’s and XR650’s, oh and whoop on the banshees in the sand. I never really had the opportunity to whoop on the CR500… The only bad thing: You go through the back tires in 1/2 a day of hard riding, lol
1987 amateur level open 125-500cc starter class had a wholeshot like never before! I was alone in first corner, started in 3rd open gas rest doing with the clutch, .... a rocket like start! Will never forget, thank you Erik! A good friend borrowed his KX after my RM125 leaked some oil... died to early. Still miss him!
That kids know dummy he knew exactly who to call to showcase that beautiful kx 500 Ken Kaplan is an awesome guy god bless America 🇺🇸 and Kaplan cycles !
im glad to see the channel growing although i miss the funny goofy shit you guys did before and the ewvents you guys use to hold there the kx 500 was one bike i always wanted but never had enough to buy now im to old they are bad ass
The best motorcycle channel !! And i appreciate your dedication for classic bikes and your hard work you do every day with your famlly! Good luck Kaplan! And as you always say, God bless America. Sorry about my english and greetings from Buenos Aires Argentina🇦🇷🇺🇲
Great bike! Solid design. You forgot to mention that it still holds the "WORLDS FASTEST DIRTBIKE" Honors. It took them some 20 years to do it, but Kawasaki finally beat out the venerable 1981 KTM 495, 123.75 mph crackin' old speed record for the top spot. Still waiting for that electric start to show up....♿
2 Things.... Ken your outfit is spot on sir I love the AXO get up an split fire jersey 😍 2nd Finally some Kx love an credit deserved!!!! 🙌 GO GREEN 💚 💚 Always Honda A/F conversions WAS time for the change 🇺🇸😎👍
I rode both back in the day and, as much of a beast as the CR500 is, the KX downright scared me at times. That torque he's talking about ain't no joke...
One ingenius idea that Luke came up with, since AJ doesn't deal with Kawasaki's. Very good looking and badass bike. Jr will get it sold in no time, if it hasn't sold already.
Ken you have a passion for this industry that is really awesome. And your passion to help others in the industry to keep the 2 stroke dream alive . As long as we have people like this young man around it will never die. Bolt on kit will get people excited to take on this conversion.
Dream built: 1. SÖLVA suspension stuff from Italy 2. Cycra front number start plate 3. some green big and vented hand guards (500 class you seriously need some!) and 4. yellow TI-graphics start number backgrounds. Welcome to the best world championship times ever were! Georges Jobé, Jeff Ward, Ron "dogger" Lechien, Billy Liles, Dave Thorpe, Jeffro (MXdN), Kurt Nicoll and all the great riders I miss here! 100% emotions guarantee!
What a beast of a bike love everything about it , those HYGGE pipes are beautiful , also on a side note there’s some crazy Swedish dudes who brought a Stark Varg and removed the electric motor to power a racing Go Cart and because they had the Stark chassis laying around they brought s 1999 CR250 and took that engine and put it in the Stark chassis 😅 it looks fantastic 😊
could you ask your dad if he raced that one and only nesc mx race out in charlemont ma 40 years ago at berkshire east ski mountain?......i was there in the 125 class
$18,995 2024 KX500😊 OUT THE DOOR CALL JR 860 471 0192 ONLY 1 IN STOCK! NO FLUFF
@VBMichael_D nobody is asking you to buy a one off bike. Filthies bike just sold for 25k.
@@VBMichael_D That is cheap! I would buy that in a heartbeat if i still rode bikes :)
@VBMichael_D 😆 🤣 😂 I'm not crying about pricing one bit. I think it's a great deal. Don't be upset you can't afford it. Good luck on your bailing wire kx.
@matthewcloutier175 this guy does amazing work. Ive seen that 250 in person. He's got a badass hydro clutch he developed on there too. Super stand up guy.
@VBMichael_D let's see your "one off" build.
That KX 500 is a thing of beauty...a perfect blend of the new and the old coming together in harmony!
As a 56 year old dirt biker, I've had a couple of dozen dirt bikes. And safe to say the 500 two strokes remain the most special. That sound....
That's just awesome! I rode KX 500'S in the 80's. It would have been incredible to have a 500 like that back in the day!
Absolutely beautiful machine!
Just an amazing bike ! and what a brilliant young man ! awesome to see ,wish him nothing but success ~
Luke offers a great unheard of deal. It won't last long. Will probably be sold in a few days, with Jr selling it. That is one gorgeous bike, and a great idea that Luke had.
Hats off to the guys out there keeping these 2 strokes alive blended with modern tech 👏 we need a kaplan here in the 🇬🇧 🙌
Absolutely fantastic stuff!!!!!👊
Hands down the best kx500 ever this guy is the man
Sexiest K5-Hundo, 2-Smoker I've ever laid these 62 yr old eyes on! And I thought I already owned the best lookin' KX500 ever built. Funtastic work Luke! #BigBorePowerValvesforLife!
Cool guy and great engineering. Keeping the 2 strokes alive 💪🏼💪🏼
That's a beautiful build!! Finally & kit built the way it SHOULD be. Bolt in with no crazy fab work. Brilliant!!
Incredible to see Manufacturing mix with Nostalgia! Beautifully done!
Luke - best wishes on your awesome business. Ken - thank you for taking the time to give Luke this well-deserved exposure to the market!
My pleasure!
Just Pure Moto Nirvana. S-I-C-K. Danny Hamel is smiling down on you guys.
Ken brings out the matching kit you already know whats up
I know what I want for Christmas! Luke is so talented!! Wow.
They thought it through and made it achievable for the average Joe, just awesome! Those Hygge pipes look badass thing sounds so deep for a 2 stroke. Lovely autumn colours you have right now. Rate Sr always with the matching outfit 😎
Kawasaki masterpiece! Nice job Luke!
Thank you very much!
I always wanted a 500 2-stroke for riding the many dirt roads in my area, when I could afford one, they didn't make them anymore. Now I'm too old, I'm sad to say.
Luke is a true gentleman i wish for him nothing only success in life.
That 2 piece billet side cover and water outlet are beautiful, definitely getting them for my '03
Heck yea! Two Stroke Thursday!!!
I Rode a KX 500 for years, and I’m sorry I don’t still have it! It was a blast. Better bottom end and revs out farther, which is why it won so many Baja’s, Enduros, and Hill climbs! I used to whoop on the XR600’s and XR650’s, oh and whoop on the banshees in the sand. I never really had the opportunity to whoop on the CR500… The only bad thing: You go through the back tires in 1/2 a day of hard riding, lol
Awesome!!! And the pipe is super sick looking.
It turned out great. Seems like a smart guy, I like his engineering approach👍.
Awesome Kawasaki KX 500 2 stroke love the bike thanks Kaplan cycles America class👍🇬🇧
I had a KX500 for some years😂
It sounds just like this
As in video motor hardly seems to rev much, but the front wheel is pawing the air
Thanks for sharing
1987 amateur level open 125-500cc starter class had a wholeshot like never before! I was alone in first corner, started in 3rd open gas rest doing with the clutch, .... a rocket like start! Will never forget, thank you Erik! A good friend borrowed his KX after my RM125 leaked some oil... died to early. Still miss him!
That kids know dummy he knew exactly who to call to showcase that beautiful kx 500 Ken Kaplan is an awesome guy god bless America 🇺🇸 and Kaplan cycles !
Wow!! Holy cow!! That's a Beautiful example!!!
Congratulations....Great JOB! What a testament to our sport.
im glad to see the channel growing although i miss the funny goofy shit you guys did before and the ewvents you guys use to hold there the kx 500 was one bike i always wanted but never had enough to buy now im to old they are bad ass
A steel frame conversion awesome all 500 two bangas should be cradled in steel still beautiful job cutting edge
Excellent job 2stroke only!
Thats F-ing sick as hell
So freaking sick.
That's the word.
Luke's living his life on a whole different level ! 🏁🏁🏁
Riding a 500 in this weather will never get old.
good job on the set up, coming from a fab guy it makes perfect sense.
The best motorcycle channel !!
And i appreciate your dedication for classic bikes and your hard work you do every day with your famlly!
Good luck Kaplan!
And as you always say, God bless America.
Sorry about my english and greetings from Buenos Aires Argentina🇦🇷🇺🇲
Thank you Leonardo!
I second that motion!…hands down thee best around, period! 🤙🏼
Throw the Blue seat on that bad boy . I don't know but that one in the back round looks sweet
Very impressive build!
Great bike! Solid design. You forgot to mention that it still holds the "WORLDS FASTEST DIRTBIKE" Honors. It took them some 20 years to do it, but Kawasaki finally beat out the venerable 1981 KTM 495, 123.75 mph crackin' old speed record for the top spot. Still waiting for that electric start to show up....♿
2 Things.... Ken your outfit is spot on sir I love the AXO get up an split fire jersey 😍 2nd Finally some Kx love an credit deserved!!!! 🙌 GO GREEN 💚 💚 Always Honda A/F conversions WAS time for the change 🇺🇸😎👍
Right on!
Am I the only one that could never afford a new bike again and hasn't bought a new bike in exactly 20 years. I think I am tired of being poor now.
Yep. I've had the same XR400 for 23 years! Actually can't really afford to use it much either. Work and bills these days!
It's insane... 10k plus for a new 250...
If you want something bad enough you’ll find a way to make it happen otherwise your probably just lazy and want something for nothing.
Work harder longer . Simple . Learn a trade . Start a company. Stop complaining about being poor .
SAME HERE
Really, that was what it cost new wow. I've never seen one of those that's as desirable as they come,You must be born again!
Thanx 4 all the cool bikes love your channel
Seriously tho. That's amazing work. Nothing but love.
damn getting one next year for sure when i move so nice that boy is going to be in the living room 😂😂
This is incredible. Makes you wonder if electric start and counterbalance shaft are possible.
Ken, Luke is a future shaker in the world of dirt bikes. It's great to see your interest and promotion. cool project.
We agree!
Id surely hurt my self on that fine piece of art.
The plastic is perfect, color and everything.
Brand spanking new 2024 , that,s. Definitely a ripperrrrrrr
Great looking -bad ass KX500, I had a brand new KX400 in 1976 in the crate for $995.00, I rode it to school in 9th and 10th grade.
That's amazing and I'm really glad to see people pushing forward with the 500's in 2024.
Deffo need to make more gear box parts for the old smokers rm, cr kx 125 90s and 2000s models
What a bike ! This is now on my bucket list, better start saving!
You have the best life Ken,😊
Badass 2strokes only. Ima check them out now
🐝🏁 Very nice KX500 👌. I love my KX500 1990
This AXO and Thor clothing is on point, excellent Mr. Kaplan, as always!
Ty Davis! Will ride this to heaven!!!
I'm green with envy .
Haha classic
Beast of a machine thank you from Australia
Wow
It's a work of art and well thought out
Sweet bike looks like its factory very nice job
Kx 500 king of the big bores
until the Honda XR650R came along
I’m sure Honda ruled motocross for almost a decade
@@mr.m325you’re comparing apples & oranges lol motocross bike & honda xr is trail bike way slower 4 stroke..wake up biden 🤌🏻🤪😂
I rode both back in the day and, as much of a beast as the CR500 is, the KX downright scared me at times. That torque he's talking about ain't no joke...
Hell yeah. 2-strokes 4-ever.
That is an awesome bike I hope to see guys racing them
You bet!
Awesome scoot right there!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅
One ingenius idea that Luke came up with, since AJ doesn't deal with Kawasaki's. Very good looking and badass bike. Jr will get it sold in no time, if it hasn't sold already.
I would be shocked if this isn't sold already!
Gotta love those green silicone coolant hoses
Very Well Done....
Looks absolutely Factory.
CLEAN!
Ken you have a passion for this industry that is really awesome. And your passion to help others in the industry to keep the 2 stroke dream alive . As long as we have people like this young man around it will never die. Bolt on kit will get people excited to take on this conversion.
Ken loves dirt bikes! cool!
we bleed green
Looks great. Now do a Honda one
Very nice, congratulations! TSO does nice work.
Yes they do
So the rumours are true. The KX500 is back in a cool way. Dang
Beware of the Hulk 💚💪👊💨🚀
You guys always comes with the best. Looks new and powerful. BTW NICE WHEELIE. 😂
xr650r built because kx500 was so strong in desert racing
A beautiful beast of a bike and it scares the shat out of me lol.
Luke is a stud! Way to go Luke! Bud
Dream built: 1. SÖLVA suspension stuff from Italy 2. Cycra front number start plate 3. some green big and vented hand guards (500 class you seriously need some!) and 4. yellow TI-graphics start number backgrounds.
Welcome to the best world championship times ever were!
Georges Jobé, Jeff Ward, Ron "dogger" Lechien, Billy Liles, Dave Thorpe, Jeffro (MXdN), Kurt Nicoll and all the great riders I miss here!
100% emotions guarantee!
There’s a crack at the swing arm bolt, can see it if you pause at 1:24
I didn't see it i have the vid paused at 1440p all the way zoomed in
Nice. I still love 80s 90s stuff.
What a beast of a bike love everything about it , those HYGGE pipes are beautiful , also on a side note there’s some crazy Swedish dudes who brought a Stark Varg and removed the electric motor to power a racing Go Cart and because they had the Stark chassis laying around they brought s 1999 CR250 and took that engine and put it in the Stark chassis 😅 it looks fantastic 😊
Hats off to this guy he finally gave us what we want
could you ask your dad if he raced that one and only nesc mx race out in charlemont ma 40 years ago at berkshire east ski mountain?......i was there in the 125 class
Beautiful seriously that’s just art
KEEP 2 STROKES ALIVE! KX500 is a beast!
nice one Kaptain!!
What a bike ..congrats Luke!
Definition of awesome.
Any chance of a conversion for the KLX 450 R Enduro model?
Great looking bike but i would.put white fork guard and a mud flap on it
@@rooburger
....& a blue seat with yellow backgrounds. 👍
I’d love to see Carson Brown ride this beautiful machine .