Millyard Kawasaki S3 500 Twin cylinder two stroke

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  • In this video i talk about my 1974 Kawasaki S3 500 twin and explain how i made the engine, followed by a cold winters day ride out to hear the engine, it is a bit loud at times.
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  • @tinkertime7165
    @tinkertime7165 3 ปีที่แล้ว +334

    That barbecue used to have just one burner until Alan converted it into a twin.

    • @TheMotorcycleMuse
      @TheMotorcycleMuse 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂 😂 😂

    • @Pianissimo1970
      @Pianissimo1970 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And its still not big enough...

    • @coptotermes
      @coptotermes 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I want to see a 6 burner 1300 bbq…

  • @simonkeyse8185
    @simonkeyse8185 3 ปีที่แล้ว +581

    The man is a genius, I've said it before and I'll say it again, the man is a genius.

    • @user-cn8vb9hh5z
      @user-cn8vb9hh5z 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He does seem a lot like a genius..

    • @bingeciren
      @bingeciren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      A very skillful genius. Most geniuses are not that skillful.

    • @dsimon9s29
      @dsimon9s29 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It is unclear to me. Are you saying the man is a genius? ;)

    • @billywilliams6257
      @billywilliams6257 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He Certainly is a Less Talk More Action kind of Man!!

    • @kz1000guy1
      @kz1000guy1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I don't think he sleeps either.

  • @garymarklein4550
    @garymarklein4550 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    People say oh I'd like to meet Paul from Orange county choppers or Jesse James I'll tell you what I would like to meet Allen over any movie star or other bike builder out there. Amazing gifted man. Love the video thanks brother

    • @CS_247
      @CS_247 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Could not agree more...

    • @KathrynLiz1
      @KathrynLiz1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Absolutely.... his work is superb....faultless.....

    • @savage22bolt32
      @savage22bolt32 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Creativity + Art + Engineering + Craftsmanship = Allen

    • @pauls3117
      @pauls3117 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Yes this man builds bikes!! I like his personality very humble and calm. How would you like to be his childhood friend? I knew enough to keep our bikes running. Allen "let's add a few more barrels"😂🤣😂

    • @magnusulfsrd7194
      @magnusulfsrd7194 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here, what a great guy👍

  • @RolyEm
    @RolyEm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    I am an apprentice trained toolmaker from way back when and an engineer all my life been working with metal and bikes for a long time but this guy Allen Millyard is just a genius, he is unbelievable - so much respect

    • @KathrynLiz1
      @KathrynLiz1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah... he's in a class of his own sure enough....,

  • @chrischappell9824
    @chrischappell9824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +144

    Another masterpiece this time with a twist. Made out of leftovers. The only leftovers I have are in my fridge!.
    Once again Allan a real beauty.

  • @thecrazysarecomin
    @thecrazysarecomin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Next episode , Allen builds a triple from the swarf in the lathe bin .

  • @patrickhostler5939
    @patrickhostler5939 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Is it just me, but I find Alan’s gentle voice highly relaxing!!!

  • @b_man_420
    @b_man_420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Allen is a legend. He built an engine out of extra parts and made it look easy. This gives me motivation to get out in the garage and work on my projects

  • @trevormartin5459
    @trevormartin5459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    That 500 twin is absolutely georgeous.Although it is simpler than most of Allen's conversions it is possibly my favourite.He makes it look so easy.Fabulous.

  • @tam1381
    @tam1381 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    A man in a shed.
    AWESOME.
    Arise Sir Millyard.

    • @lsh3rd
      @lsh3rd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Makes me wonder what Arthur “Two Sheds” Jackson has accomplished!

    • @shannonwittman950
      @shannonwittman950 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Tam ... I don't suppose ... the Queen might be a subscriber ... ?

  • @jonpardue
    @jonpardue 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    All things considered, this is my favorite motorcycle engine. Never heard such smoothness from a 2 stroke! All 5 gears down low yet it gladly revs.

    • @TimothyDalton-rk1ve
      @TimothyDalton-rk1ve 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Look up H2 vs. state trooper. It has a tail view of the rider, but the sound is amazingly spot on

  • @ronnie7lambo
    @ronnie7lambo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simplify this man is A pure genius , I am at 67-year-old man grew up with a z900 , The videos leave me breathless, I thank you , i’ve only just bought a bike again after 25 years Thanks again, your family must be so proud !

  • @Yelim-pq5zk
    @Yelim-pq5zk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    There are 1.1 million motorcycle riders roughly in the UK. It should me mandatory for them to all subscribe to your channel as a right of passage. Well done👍

    • @AllenMillyard
      @AllenMillyard  3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Brilliant idea

    • @hello7533
      @hello7533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      As one of those 1.1million, it should be mandatory to ride a 2t at least once.

    • @johnietaylor1817
      @johnietaylor1817 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@AllenMillyard subed, great work, form a old triple racer.

    • @Silverback1969MoonLandingLies
      @Silverback1969MoonLandingLies 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a BULLSHIT number!

    • @Yelim-pq5zk
      @Yelim-pq5zk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Silverback1969MoonLandingLies pick a number sport whatever you say

  • @johndglynn
    @johndglynn 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    Love that somewhere out there is an ex-Kawasaki product manager wondering “why didn’t we think of that” 😀👍🏻

    • @shannonwittman950
      @shannonwittman950 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      John Glyn ... I wondered about that too. But I also recall Suzuki had their renowned 500 two-stroke twin (Yamaha having gone to four-strokes and Honda always four-strokes) so I can imagine the guys at Kawa decided that making a two-stroke triple would one-up Suzuki.

    • @grahamhickman7191
      @grahamhickman7191 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@shannonwittman950 I had a Suzuki 500 twin but this looks even better

  • @awlonghurst
    @awlonghurst 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    What a beautiful sound on the road, the crackling exhaust on over run, the little hiccup as the powerband kicks in. Awesome. Love it

  • @leahtaryn8027
    @leahtaryn8027 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This guy needs more exposure and should win some fancy world wide award....he's a natio al treasure......his engineering is just mind boggling!

  • @pauldulworth2768
    @pauldulworth2768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    He presents solutions to what many of us would consider impossible in such an affable way that he makes us all feel like we could do it too. That’s the subtlety of his genius.

    • @michaeltaylor8835
      @michaeltaylor8835 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Explained a very complicated proceedure like it is simple. Genius is an over used word to describe allan.

  • @tonybailey4058
    @tonybailey4058 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    MR Millyard is there anything you can't do? Genius sir.

  • @Kingwoodish
    @Kingwoodish 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Makes me miss my 1976 Suzuki Titan, a 500 cc 2 stroke twin road bike. I sold it for a 1975 Kawasaki Z1 900 back in 1977. I still ride that bike, it has 140,000 miles and is kept in fine fettle.

  • @Big.Ron1
    @Big.Ron1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am blown away by both your ideas and skills. I grew up when these were new bikes. Now you have reignited the fire to buy one. I tend to ride the old bikes so maybe its time. Thank you.

  • @SteeeveO
    @SteeeveO 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    That Swiss army knife? He made that after breakfast from a cola can, an old RD350 piston & Tracy's best nail file.

  • @hello7533
    @hello7533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Remember ironman 1; 'Tony stark built this in a cave, with a box of scraps'.
    Allen actually built this, in a shed, from scrap. The guy is a genius.

  • @rickeymitchell8620
    @rickeymitchell8620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Another job well done sir. The expansion chambers sound amazing. I love when a 2 stroke gets into high rev and begins to sing it's happy song of power, nothing else like it! The power delivery seems smooth and flawless. You sir are truly gifted. Thank you for sharing with us.

  • @richardcurtis114
    @richardcurtis114 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the way Alan cuts up crankcases. Like I would cut up wood. The difference is. He knows what he's doing. Mark of a genius

  • @Gordonhaymes
    @Gordonhaymes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    If she’s howling...she must be growling... glorious sound of a 70’s hooligan steed. Bloody marvellous build. 🤘🇨🇭👀

  • @Jayneflakes
    @Jayneflakes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Another beautiful bike, it has been said so many times, but this man is a true artisan.

  • @duckbuell
    @duckbuell 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    With such a lovely calm demeanor Alan would be the Mr. Rogers of motorcycling in America.

    • @shannonwittman950
      @shannonwittman950 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      duckbell ... "It's a beautiful day in the -- workshop!"

  • @Mechaniclemaniac
    @Mechaniclemaniac 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's quite obvious that you enjoy operating your machinery with skill and precsion as much as you enjoy working on them with skill and precision. That 500 sings a sweet song.

  • @kevinchamberlain7928
    @kevinchamberlain7928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This man is gonna out-legend every single famous bike builder. Just a matter of time...

    • @Dutchie74flh
      @Dutchie74flh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I think he's already done that . The guy is incredible and has the best attitude ever. Hard to beat .

    • @GarryMcGovern
      @GarryMcGovern 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      To those who know, he already has! ;)

    • @budwizer2197
      @budwizer2197 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sorry but as a kiwi I have to throw John Britten's name in. I agree this guy is awesome.

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@budwizer2197 If John Britten had still be alive, he would give Millyard a run for his money. Britten must have been secretly working on a Free Energy Joe Cell engine or something. He was probably murdered. Fortunately Millyard isn't interested in advanced technology, and he isn't a threat to the corporations. John Bedini made his last video about his replication of a beautiful Rife healing machine, and that was his last video, before he, and his brother were murdered. John Bedini was the most legendary electronic motor and generator builder in the world before his death.

  • @DavePB420
    @DavePB420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I think we all experienced the volume of that bike without silencers 😁

    • @hopingforthebest1.9
      @hopingforthebest1.9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      WHAT?

    • @AllenMillyard
      @AllenMillyard  3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      yes it is really loud !

    • @DavePB420
      @DavePB420 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@AllenMillyard I just about leaped off the couch with it 😂.
      Congratulations on the subscribers though, long may it continue.

    • @martins5174
      @martins5174 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@AllenMillyard I’d got me headphones on

    • @leifvejby8023
      @leifvejby8023 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, it was quite loud, and such a beaut!!

  • @marceldemir7514
    @marceldemir7514 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That sound takes me back.. I wasn't as sensible when I was 17 and would have nailed the throttle through every gear of my 100cc Suzi. Great memories, thank you!

  • @larrys.3992
    @larrys.3992 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My late brother gave me a Swiss army knife for my birthday in 1973 prior to his death. Inscribed on the knife "Live to ride, ride to live ". Still have that knife and smile whenever I see one. That 500cc is so wonderful!

  • @steverowat2280
    @steverowat2280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Could watch Allen's videos non-stop. Brilliant engineering and the finished products are worthy of comparison and superior to anything off a production line! Amazing!

  • @louismorgan2679
    @louismorgan2679 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Some people just don't realise the true beauty in motorbikes, and this man just puts makeup on what's already beautiful. In other words your a god dude, a literal god and this thing sounds incredible!

  • @Sandman.68.
    @Sandman.68. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Unbelievable, what a bike. I'll never complain bout a broken stud again. What an engineer!!!

  • @lawsonhollenbaugh3626
    @lawsonhollenbaugh3626 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ALLEN YOU ARE THE DEFINITION, OF KAWASAKI'S CATCH PHRASE OF, " LET THE TIMES ROLL " I'M DEFINITELY A FAN.! YOU KEPT THE BEST 2 STROKE MACHINES ALIVE..!! 😎👌♥️

  • @kingearl2596
    @kingearl2596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    You built a beautiful, strong and light engine out of scrap - great!

  • @rogerfry1819
    @rogerfry1819 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My favourite piece of equipment in Allen's armoury - the barbecue. Burgers, sausages, engine parts and gloves. It's so versatile!!!

    • @rhett7716
      @rhett7716 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Baked not Fry....ed 😁

  • @rockypupoxo
    @rockypupoxo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nothing sounds better than an aircooled 2 stroke with expansion pipes on , Alan you are a genius !

  • @paulallen-01
    @paulallen-01 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Allen: this is an easy job
    Me: i think our definition of easy isn’t the same

    • @xxxggthyf
      @xxxggthyf 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think you are right. I'm not so much surprised that it works well as surprised it works at all. Mr M seems to lack the blowing his own trumpet gene.

    • @61936
      @61936 ปีที่แล้ว

      I mean he has built a v12 motorcycle

    • @paulallen-01
      @paulallen-01 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@61936 very true

  • @marksyrett3280
    @marksyrett3280 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    And here’s one we made from the left-over bits, amazing!

  • @Nikki_Holland
    @Nikki_Holland 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I wish I lived next door to you Allen with all those lovely engines being started up. Great job on the bike

    • @stevebrowning3536
      @stevebrowning3536 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I would be shouting over the fence “start the bike up again! “ 😉

    • @justinsheldon45
      @justinsheldon45 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I am a neighbour and I never know how many cylinders he takes out each time he goes for a spin. I try and guess and always think it sounds like a triple, so I have no idea but they all sound great.

  • @davidelliott5843
    @davidelliott5843 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just found this again. I love how Allen barely mentions how the exhausts are made. Of course the steps are simple - make templates, cut sheet metal, roll sheet metal, weld together, polish. But making that happen is one heck of a job. Not only do the parts have to be rolled without kinks the ends have to meet, be the same diameter AND be welded without bodging the appearance. That alone is a skill level beyond normal human ability. The it has to fit the bike. AAAGH! Top respect to Allen.

    • @mjo4981
      @mjo4981 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      "Just rolled them by hand over a mandrel," yes, just like that everything straight and even, as you say!

  • @twinturbo8304
    @twinturbo8304 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ME being an old Kawasaki mechanic from the 70s and having Work on all of those bikes and riding them to this is the most amazing TH-cam channel I have found yet thank you very much and I love your accent and your style

  • @lesleysmith5623
    @lesleysmith5623 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a great sound! Your understanding of motorcycle mechanics and what can be achieved, IN A SHED, is astounding. Respect.

  • @Flashdan100
    @Flashdan100 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I really miss two strokes, the sound and the smell and just the way they go. One day when I have some money Im going to buy one of yours Allen.

  • @iantaylor7840
    @iantaylor7840 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    So nice to hear a two stroke twin getting revved hard. Takes me back to my youth. Well done and nice bike.

  • @fossilfuelfool
    @fossilfuelfool 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant.... Its the 500 stroker that we all wanted back in the day. What a talent Mr Millyard

  • @updragracer
    @updragracer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I could listen to you all day Allen .

  • @bigears4426
    @bigears4426 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    A large machine shop says can't be done , alan does it at home , well done.lovely bike. Those country lanes are narrow

  • @donparker1823
    @donparker1823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This might be the coolest thing on the internet. Thanks Allen.

  • @vanislandsteve
    @vanislandsteve 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This morning I took out my Swiss Army knife and built a rocket 🚀 to the moon.
    Got back and had a delicious lunch!!!
    Pure genius, love to ride this bike.
    Thanks Alan 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @markstephens4943
    @markstephens4943 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Nothing beats the sound of that two stroke burble, can't wait to see the next vid. 👍

  • @IainGalli
    @IainGalli 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My old GT500 is jealous. Lovely job, sir!

  • @bowpilot55
    @bowpilot55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Masterclass....engineering genius out of a garden shed...the road test was pure class, no wheelies, or stupid tricks...pure class Mr Millyard

  • @calebgriffiths9062
    @calebgriffiths9062 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the sound of the 2 stroke twin. Had forgotten how good. Makes me almost miss my Bridgestone 175! Good bike no spares!!

  • @yourmothersfavourite9396
    @yourmothersfavourite9396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    What a beautiful and compact 500 twin. Never fails to amaze me your videos, I look forward to them every week.

  • @randomcol1378
    @randomcol1378 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The sound of this bike is awesome, amazing build by a genius

  • @elleon55silva
    @elleon55silva 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ...nunca es tarde para aprender y saber de un gran ''MAESTRO''... Allen felicidades...

  • @johngimble8420
    @johngimble8420 ปีที่แล้ว

    We love the sound and performance of two stroke, power to weight ratio off the chart. And the simplicity of it all. I've only seen the Suzuki, but the Kawasaki Twin, what a great find!

  • @kaushikkalita7310
    @kaushikkalita7310 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    i have to admit, this is the best sounding 2 stroke bike i have ever heard.

    • @alfiembra
      @alfiembra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have you heard his 666cc 5 cylinder?

  • @ShedTorque46
    @ShedTorque46 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I teach Engineering, but this guy's skills are top draw. A true toolmaker engineer. A joy to watch Allen!

  • @StickPeopleAndPuff
    @StickPeopleAndPuff 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Allen Millyard's videos are just perfect. They leave me well chuffed.

  • @boatlover2296
    @boatlover2296 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Allen that’s my dream bike.I had an RD 400 in high school and loved it your 500 is just a much better version

  • @Jaffa1951
    @Jaffa1951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Sounds blissful, Allen. I think everyone loves the sound of a two stroke.

  • @taco_lad2849
    @taco_lad2849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Can we get some recognition for Allen's absolute MVP of a barbecue?

  • @faisalmalik5653
    @faisalmalik5653 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Alan is amazing, talented and inspiring individual. He makes everything looks so easy and clean. 1974 Kawasaki rebuild is just so informative. Love your work and videos

  • @likithkb8599
    @likithkb8599 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im a junior software developer. Have been thinking to get into building bikes, but thought It would take too much work for one person. seeing you build an engine alone, gave me all the movitvation I need. Just need to save up some money and start with small engines. Thanks Allen

  • @PillSharks
    @PillSharks 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Well deserved on the 100,000 plus subscribers Allen, it’s well deserved in my opinion...the work you do is absolutely amazing...
    Please keep these videos coming mate!

  • @bassbaboon6589
    @bassbaboon6589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +134

    Next episode: Alan builds a V12 Unicycle from scratch using only a Swiss army knife.................

    • @williamarmstrong7199
      @williamarmstrong7199 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No chance too easy!

    • @grayl5514
      @grayl5514 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@williamarmstrong7199 Allen would rebuild the Swiss Army knife and could add a micro chainsaw and drill to it.

    • @hoost3056
      @hoost3056 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don't think he can't do it😊

    • @andyplage6590
      @andyplage6590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't be ridiculous he will also use his Hacksaw aswell !!

    • @davidelliott5843
      @davidelliott5843 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      There’s usually a TIG welder involved. And done with such skill you’d never know.

  • @TheNobbynoonar
    @TheNobbynoonar 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beautiful sound. Can’t beat a two stroke with a whiff of Castrol R wafting from the rear end. Takes me back to my misspent youth.

  • @lukesims6636
    @lukesims6636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seen this one many times still one of my favourite builds love twins and would love to have one !! Thanks Allen 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

  • @Trevor_Austin
    @Trevor_Austin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Not ever have you failed to amaze me with your ability. I really enjoy the “and it fits just perfect” after you have fettled it. Of course it bloody does. You did it! However, as brilliant as you are, I feel a slight sadness. We need, and will always need, remarkable people (especially engineers) like you. Your personal legacy will be an impressive collection of unique engineering projects. I can only imagine how rich that legacy would be if it also included a few engineers from the “Millyard School of Garage and Barbecue Engineering” all with their “fits just perfect” diplomas.
    Many thanks for making this vides. Keep up the good work and I’ll keep watching.

  • @philkeeley8830
    @philkeeley8830 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Such a talented man you make it look so easy, you could teach the bike manufacturers a thing or two thanks for sharing ride safe

  • @RamblinAround
    @RamblinAround ปีที่แล้ว

    I think it's perfect, pulls strong too. Looks like it was straight from the factory. You do amazing work!

  • @shaneseccombe1837
    @shaneseccombe1837 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a lovely soft spoken guy alan is. He could read bed time stories and you would be asleep in no time! Once upon a time there was a two stroke twin...........

  • @chrishorbatt3504
    @chrishorbatt3504 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    That bike sounds incredible. Revs up so quick!

  • @Herzankerkreuz67
    @Herzankerkreuz67 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a lovely machine. You should take Greta for a ride, she might enjoy it so much that she might come to her senses......
    Love your humor 👍🏍
    Safe rides 🙏

  • @LOGOASSASSIN
    @LOGOASSASSIN 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome! The year that was built I was 14 and at boarding school near Rye with around 20 acres of land to scramble my commandeered 200cc Triumph Tiger Cub. SO MUCH FUN. I wish I'd started learning about engineering. My career ended up being very different. But I still love engines and bikes.

  • @iangascoyne4274
    @iangascoyne4274 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember riding a Suzuki GT500 twin back in the day, and it was a lovely bike and shot up to 100 mph no problem. I imagine this to be quite similar. Very smooth it was . Nice vid 🏆👍

  • @paulkenny7054
    @paulkenny7054 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    2 Stroke heaven Allan completely brilliant.

  • @tca375
    @tca375 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That bike runs amazing!I'm truly amazed when it reaches a certain rpm,it rips!

  • @williamnottbusch8024
    @williamnottbusch8024 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Incredible. How is it that one man in his backyard can create a bike that is more fun to ride than all the major manufacturers? New bikes today are boring. The sound of a two stroke on the pipe is awesome. I am going to go out and start my weed wacker so I can add the smell of a two stroke to that incredible sound. Thanks for sharing.

  • @bobs6129
    @bobs6129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Next time I'm at work, and someone says something is impossible, I'm going to point them to Allen's page. Brilliant buddy!

  • @nickmarshall9192
    @nickmarshall9192 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Allen you are the complete master of the understatement , brilliant work as ever

  • @rdaystrom4540
    @rdaystrom4540 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Allen that is definitely one of my favorite bikes that you have built. It is perfectly tuned and doesn't seem to suffer from detonation that is so common among 2 strokes. The carbs seem to be perfectly jetted and synchronized. Great job my friend.

  • @tdog8507
    @tdog8507 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I started watching your videos recently. Now I think I'm addicted

  • @vinm300
    @vinm300 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    6:30 that brought tears to my eyes.
    Kicking-off a 2-stroke just brings back so many happy memories.
    The YDS7 to the Lake District and back, oh there wasn't much sponge
    on that seat.

  • @johnwelburn9966
    @johnwelburn9966 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Why would anyone leave a thumbs down ? Allen everything you do is another level

    • @Elgarman
      @Elgarman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Environmentalists who HATE two-strokes, perhaps?!!!!! 🤔🤔🤔

    • @jimclements3190
      @jimclements3190 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Anyone who leaves a👎is complete prat who doesn't realise what they have looked at👍👍😃

    • @brandywell44
      @brandywell44 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Maybe it was Greta

    • @waterboy8999
      @waterboy8999 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Australians....?

    • @thomasmusso1147
      @thomasmusso1147 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Jealousy ..

  • @neodutch
    @neodutch 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Tracey: Allen, can you cook these sausages on the barbecue?
    Allen: You can do that on a barbecue? What will they think of next.

  • @joem5639
    @joem5639 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds fantastic. I use to own a 71’ H1 500 triple. Wish I still had it now.

  • @darrenwoodley6851
    @darrenwoodley6851 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Congratulations on the TH-cam award. Well deservered for what is a very interesting channel.

  • @throatball
    @throatball 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Allen Millyard, a dream neighbour

    • @rayenbow3281
      @rayenbow3281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Not when he's mowing the lawn, he's got a V8 Lawn mower with straight through pipes.

    • @bingeciren
      @bingeciren 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      A dream to some, and a nightmare to others. I wish he was my neighbor though.

    • @throatball
      @throatball 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rayenbow3281 perfect

  • @gadgetmaker7274
    @gadgetmaker7274 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're a true inspiration Allen. Although I don't have the confidence or facilities (yet) to accomplish the things that you have and do, your projects inspire me to take on the seemingly impossible. Well done sir!

  • @rodaliar5022
    @rodaliar5022 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The revving of two-stroke sound like an orchestra for me, Allen you are true Guru... 👍👍

  • @decab8292
    @decab8292 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just dropped by because of your thumbnail.
    Firstly may I say your engineering skills far out surpasses anything I could dream of.
    Thanks for putting a smile on my face, I can only imagine how happy you feel riding your awesome bike.

  • @timmason7430
    @timmason7430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    There must be, somewhere. A man-cave with some 2stroke(AND 4stroke) engineering masterpieces.
    Another beautiful Bike. Allen.

  • @richardpearson4248
    @richardpearson4248 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video what a gentleman shut your eyes and drift back to when kH's and RD's were all the rage amazing sound stay safe looking forward to next one 🇬🇧👍🏻

  • @beendoneagain
    @beendoneagain 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i can't believe what I have just watched. Amazing skills!

  • @jonathantasabia2254
    @jonathantasabia2254 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    ALLEN ! You did it to me again. You scared the shit out of me. Haha, I literally jumped out of my seat when you fired up the bike with no pipes on it.
    The bike sounds awesome. Another gem to add to the collection.