I BOUGHT A YAMAHA YZ450 DIRT BIKE FOR $500!!!

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  • @rigguyjt
    @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    Got to admire his spirit. Wanted a project. Learned a lesson.

    • @youtmanj5441
      @youtmanj5441 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rigguy is it hard to ride a dirtbike i wanna learn

    • @rigguyjt
      @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's not hard to learn but it depends on the person I guess. I've been riding since I was 5 and I'm 46 now. It took about a year before I started riding well.

    • @rigguyjt
      @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ yeah I ride of course I don't jump triples but I go balls out in the desert and enjoy a challenging hill climb, trails and such. Riding is the only time I feel no pain. Must be the endorphins.

    • @rigguyjt
      @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @ I'll quit riding when I'm dead.

    • @rigguyjt
      @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @ thanks

  • @johnsn10
    @johnsn10 5 ปีที่แล้ว +156

    You got screwed on that motor

    • @allan1353
      @allan1353 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      yea he did

    • @stevebellen8674
      @stevebellen8674 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      5 valve motor is junk

    • @romademartini4693
      @romademartini4693 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      What a rip, poor kid.

    • @harveyGTI
      @harveyGTI 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I can get complete running Honda or Kawasaki 450 running engine for 300 and he paid 470 for a blown one

    • @m.m.8756
      @m.m.8756 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stevebellen8674 BECAUSE?

  • @popeyethesailorboy8905
    @popeyethesailorboy8905 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This makes me feel special. I got a whole red plated complete 2007 yz450f with complete motor and everything (not blown up) just missing a chain for $300.00

  • @vyvanzbus6670
    @vyvanzbus6670 5 ปีที่แล้ว +81

    As a motorcycle mechanic, you overplayed for a worthless motor, should look more into used running ones

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As an eBay seller and buyer, I know that the bottom end alone is commonly sold for $500 and I got the whole bottom end plus a lot of other parts, some of which I have already sold. I did my research

    • @stevebellen8674
      @stevebellen8674 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vyvanz Bus Yamaha 5 valve motors are junk

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@stevebellen8674 I figured they were since Yamaha doesn't make them anymore

    • @mopedboys6669
      @mopedboys6669 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      When are u making a start on the work on this

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mopedboys6669 after I get all of the right parts. I've been having to be patient to wait for good deals to pop up

  • @rexleehe7633
    @rexleehe7633 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Just wait for more deals so you can get the best price, but I think you already know that. Also don't feel rushed while doing this project.

  • @ebib5014
    @ebib5014 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can get that cylinder sleeved which is about 200 at a machine shop. You strip it down and give them the sleeve and a pistion and its 100% good again

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a good option, but it turns out that I can get a good cylinder and piston on eBay for around $150.

  • @tattoojunk666
    @tattoojunk666 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Buying and rebuilding a 2stroke motor and swap in would make more sense...

    • @Stoshua.81
      @Stoshua.81 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yep yz250 swap it wouldve been the way to go we have one right now 2014 yzf250 frame with a yz250 2 stroke
      in it

    • @tattoojunk666
      @tattoojunk666 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Stoshua.81 still cheaper and more fun less headache...btw 500 is a normal price for a rolling chassis.

    • @Stoshua.81
      @Stoshua.81 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tattoojunk666 yeah for that roller 500 is max, we own a shop buy sell repair all kinds of race quads bikes and sleds,
      the 4 strokes are very expensive when they go lots of people going back to 2 strokes because of that

  • @jamesgarnsey7581
    @jamesgarnsey7581 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good deal another project hey I got my bike started 92 750 nighthawk

  • @premix3663
    @premix3663 5 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Better hope you make 4 grand on this video to cover the parts to fix this junk

  • @danysniper22
    @danysniper22 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    one thing is people asking X ammount for X part, other thing is people actually buying them at that price...you already out on this project if the goal is to make money, but hey...have fun with it!

  • @tienhoangmanh
    @tienhoangmanh 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm not talking about money. I want to talk about time. You will take a lot of time for it. But it is passion. I also like you. Good luck.

  • @matufa5509
    @matufa5509 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Roses are red,
    violets are blue,
    i got clickbaited,
    you got too.

  • @OGKILLa9365
    @OGKILLa9365 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You can get the cylinder replated for $200. Powerseal USA does them. And they do really good work. Your cylinder will be like brand new when they give it back to you.

  • @Cubrider
    @Cubrider 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Over here from the workshop and subscribing.

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, welcome to the channel!

  • @paulpreda8842
    @paulpreda8842 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably some valve guides and new camshafts mounts that match and are sold with the head. Ive seen many people having the intake side seized because the 6 bolts were not tighten properly on periodic valve jobs, it's now the begining of the end. Get a good new head it's not worthy to fix it. Order yourself a cylinder works kit or a wrench rabbit complete rebuild kit with all the bearings. That's the best affordable option you have, if your are serious about racing this bike that has already good suspension setup. Don't be cheap on little things, ride safe and never hesitate to grab a gear or pull a rev-limiter in doubt of a bad landing in a high speed jump.

  • @OGKILLa9365
    @OGKILLa9365 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Also while you're at it you should split the cases to make sure there's no damage and replace the crank bearings. And check the crank to make sure it's good.

  • @Dubsspeed
    @Dubsspeed 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck on the build my man! Hope your motor build goes better than mine did for my 2005 yfz450. Bought it in totes and thats the last time i buy a basket case! Was told i had way more parts in the tote than i did lol. But finally after like 6 months of slowly piecing it together and ordering different parts for it i now have a stage 2 stroker kit with a 501 big bore kit and aftermarket everything on it and inside of the motor lol. Good luck man and look at alot of diagrams! I was missing little gears, spacer rings, c clips, bearings, just all kinds of little shit you wouldnt really notice til its back together and grenades again lol

  • @garys6510
    @garys6510 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Just put a kx/cr 500 motor in it

  • @geoham11
    @geoham11 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Don't lose heart my friend. Even if it does cost a bit more than you thought to put right, it's all about lifes lessons weather they be good or bad.
    Checkout DIY Gang, he got a lot of negative comments about the burnt out Hellcat he bought but he showed all the doubters and haters it can be done!

  • @oddis188
    @oddis188 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh boy can't wait to see what you're doing to this one. Maybe make something more with the J&B weld and solder... Or you could try using epoxy this time.

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nope, no jb weld or epoxy on this one. I actually think I'm gonna take it easy, put the hammer down, and leave the cases intact. I'm just hoping some people will learn from my mistakes, because I definitely do!

  • @GaryDrumm
    @GaryDrumm 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Cool man! I hope you can get it fixed up and sold for a profit.

  • @mototoad1242
    @mototoad1242 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gold guy these videos are solid bro.

  • @millerswood39
    @millerswood39 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just go with it and learn more...! Money will come in the end. 👍🏻👍🏻🔩🔧🏍️

  • @dirtygarageguy
    @dirtygarageguy 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    The valve guide with the broken stem in it needs changing

    • @WICKEDGIXXERL
      @WICKEDGIXXERL 5 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Matt he knows what hes doing. He watched all dells video's

  • @josapf6326
    @josapf6326 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I look forward to seeing that bike running 💪👌

  • @ethandempsey5199
    @ethandempsey5199 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video man don’t listen to them people Hateing in the comments

  • @skylerhealyvlogs9642
    @skylerhealyvlogs9642 5 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    Your not making any money on that bike man. Its gonna be way more than you think at least 1000 dollars in just the top end alone.

    • @Paolo-hx8lj
      @Paolo-hx8lj 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      agreed

    • @Stoshua.81
      @Stoshua.81 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yep lucky to brake even

    • @darrellmcalister320
      @darrellmcalister320 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You're forgetting the TH-cam revenue

    • @Gr8_Z28
      @Gr8_Z28 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I did a top end rebuild on my kx250 for 78 dollars. 56 for piston, rings, roller bearing, pin, and circlips. 22 on gaskets and o rings

  • @zach5994
    @zach5994 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lmao all these people doubting you and the bike came out just fine

  • @mikebingham1454
    @mikebingham1454 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Who told you u got a good deal. A super good deal. Mega screeing

  • @mxrider2strokebraaap54
    @mxrider2strokebraaap54 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really excited for this project!👌

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Check out the new vid about it!

  • @yourselfdotcomlol
    @yourselfdotcomlol 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good luck. You're gonna need some

  • @F80__Los
    @F80__Los 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I got a 2008 yz450f for 980$ it has a left broken case because it didnt have a case saver, and the rear hub was also broken, got a new case for 220 and I had a spare rim laying around everything else is good it runs excellent has some upgrades tooo so I got a good bike for 1200 once I replace the case, I'm only 15

  • @jfdashley9028
    @jfdashley9028 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best wishes on this project. Hope you can find all it needs.

  • @djohnson3678
    @djohnson3678 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    sweet deal man, kool , you found a engine. of course if it would have came equipped and able to idle, you would still have to
    disassemble it to see if any parts needed to be changed out and replaced. . . so at least there is no time wasted on tearing it down. most of it is already done for you.
    at the ending , you mentioned that it would make for a good mountain bike. . . how about goofing around and build a center crank
    and put a chain on it, then taking it for a spin. LOL
    awesome video !!

  • @axelsnipergarage3139
    @axelsnipergarage3139 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    DAMN MASON! I LOVE THOSE KIND OF PROJECTS SOOOOO MUCH!!!

  • @luketarbox7722
    @luketarbox7722 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Now that’s a freakin steal. Nice

  • @danl3154
    @danl3154 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Braaap. Subscribed. Looking forward to hearing it run.

  • @funnyfudgeman16
    @funnyfudgeman16 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can’t wait!

  • @colinsharp1314
    @colinsharp1314 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its going to be a great build nice buy

  • @ethanbrown9692
    @ethanbrown9692 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    the engine sounds like it runs well!

  • @killaz123456789100
    @killaz123456789100 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Slap it together + starter fluid = fuck it full send!

  • @OscarLagerstrom
    @OscarLagerstrom 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Haha, the tarp unveiling is not so surprising when you put the surprise in the title! :P

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      I knowww

    • @OscarLagerstrom
      @OscarLagerstrom 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@GoldGuyRides I spoke too soon though, 'cause the 'no motor part' was the surprise.

  • @Josh-lu6pk
    @Josh-lu6pk 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice! First year of the aluminum frame!! I bought my 2008 WR450F for 3k. Now you just gotta order some sumo wheels and send in a bill of sale or orv title to dirt legal and street legalize it!!!

    • @PartsRep253
      @PartsRep253 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      2006 was the first year for aluminum frame

    • @Josh-lu6pk
      @Josh-lu6pk 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@PartsRep253 i thought it was 2007 actually

  • @jaketoepper2907
    @jaketoepper2907 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If the vin on the bike says it's a 2007, then it's an '07, it goes by the frame vin not the motor

  • @psychotrucker9880
    @psychotrucker9880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My buddy bought a good bike cheap and found out it was stolen. Almost went to jail over it.

  • @GETUPANDGO
    @GETUPANDGO 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome deal, looking forward to the build

  • @Gigachad69420
    @Gigachad69420 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    good luck with the rebuild man hope one day you will do some nice wheelies with this babe1

  • @gibby7426
    @gibby7426 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I see you! i’m buying another bike soon

  • @nathanbrinker1149
    @nathanbrinker1149 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    This gon get expensive quick

  • @vhjvbhjb5280
    @vhjvbhjb5280 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That was very unexpected xD. I am really looking forward to this, great job man😊👍

  • @laridfamilymx5789
    @laridfamilymx5789 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool video!

  • @jordancarriveau371
    @jordancarriveau371 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought I knew what he was unveiling and I thought there was no point then I realized it had no motor 😂

  • @sushisocke
    @sushisocke 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice project, stoked for the progress!

  • @_WebersWorld
    @_WebersWorld 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Liked ! For buying best kinda bike money can buy 450 balls!

    • @motonut4503
      @motonut4503 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Best bike money can buy xc 300 2 stroke, faster and lighter than yee old 450s, ( I have both) ;)

  • @jeepingneatus
    @jeepingneatus 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looking forward to the build!

  • @ke6382
    @ke6382 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Still going huh. Used to watch ur videos a long time ago since the cafe racer build and then i kinda stopped watching ur vids but seems u havent stopped

  • @psychotrucker9880
    @psychotrucker9880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can sleeve that cylinder

  • @kevinscheifele6833
    @kevinscheifele6833 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great bike and great project! Looks like you have your hands full with that motor tho...

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah probs but I'll figure it out

  • @RevvedMetal_Eco
    @RevvedMetal_Eco 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where do you find these bikes fr! I’ve been searching and the only one I’ve found is a yz 80 for $300 but it got sold right when I was about to buy it...

  • @aidanconger7350
    @aidanconger7350 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a steal!!!!

  • @CarlosPerez-cx9yo
    @CarlosPerez-cx9yo 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just bought a 2005 crf450 for 900 it runs just needs a head gasket

  • @deedee269
    @deedee269 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I paid 200 bucks for an 08 yz450 with original title in better shape than that granted it needed a full rebuild kit which was $700.

  • @AuMechanic
    @AuMechanic 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Someone seized the engine.

  • @chrisjusta3655
    @chrisjusta3655 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    400 bucks I have a 04 yz450f runs and drives great I paid 2 grand for it 5 years ago. if you rebuild that you should keep it.

  • @kingspiritualmc2cashiz555
    @kingspiritualmc2cashiz555 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would love this I had to sell mine it was locked up wen I got it n just had to give it up to a friend

  • @Stoshua.81
    @Stoshua.81 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need a new timing chain also that ones done,you'll be in the head alone for at least 500 the seats should be re cut to match the new valves plus cams buckets springs seals gaskets and at least 1 new valve guide,
    clean bike though its worth fixing and keeping or trade up

  • @Yeah_na
    @Yeah_na 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice bike dude! 👍

  • @MotoMango
    @MotoMango 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Reading that title I was like how?!?!?! ohhhhhh lol

  • @papaya_virus
    @papaya_virus 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice project!

  • @robertsaunders6603
    @robertsaunders6603 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I purchased a good condition fully running 1990 YZ250 for £500 I raced it every weekend for a year & sold it for £500 There's a reason 4 strokes end up as rolling chassis donors for 2 stroke engines - they are heavy, unreliable & expensive to repair time bombs.

  • @coreydixon4733
    @coreydixon4733 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    U can buy then for 800 to 2000k running and good condition

  •  5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bought a 2005 Yz450f Complete for $900 Doesn't run. Did i get a good deal?

  • @Ali.k24
    @Ali.k24 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Try to finish the ts185 before this build

  • @ΓιάννηςΡουμελιώτης-χ3π
    @ΓιάννηςΡουμελιώτης-χ3π 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice videos!! keep it up :-) / Any tips of how to unclog the passages( of air and fuel) on a really bad! carburator?? its an xr250r 87

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Carburetor cleaner/brass wire!

  • @ttv_friskierlemon_4444
    @ttv_friskierlemon_4444 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Saw the thumbnail and thought it was 3dmachines

  • @firecrackerlover4
    @firecrackerlover4 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Atleast There’s Gas In There 😂😂

  • @lukeworrell8479
    @lukeworrell8479 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guys sure he could’ve bought a running engine but what’d be the fun in that?

  • @austinsonger388
    @austinsonger388 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not to mention Yamaha makes the stupid 5 valve and there so expensive to replace the valves and springs with quailty. Man I feel hella sorry for ya. Ur gonna be deep into this bike so deep u might get to keep it

  • @jappiemoto
    @jappiemoto 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    500 without a motor is fucking expensive

  • @DeathtrapCult
    @DeathtrapCult 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your water pump is there, I think you just need the housing. I think you should clean the bottom end, looks like a bunch of junk fell in there

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah it does look like that, someone didn't put a rag in the crankcase hole like they were supposed to...

  • @rigguyjt
    @rigguyjt 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I saw one like that the other day that ran for 1400

  • @BasicPoke
    @BasicPoke 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    How the helll did thr ebgine get in that condition? My favorite line: The guy said the bottom end is fine. I'll be watching. Thanks for the videos.

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Somebody didn't take care of it lol. It could have jumped a tooth or two on the crankshaft if the cam chain was loose enough which causes a whole boat load of shit. Yeah he really did say the bottom end was fine, but do I believe him? No, not one bit lol. I will be splitting the case just to check things out just in case the bottom end really isn't fine. Thanks for watching!

  • @WICKEDGIXXERL
    @WICKEDGIXXERL 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should put a bycycle crank with petals...

  • @ELECTRICMOTOCROSSMACHINE
    @ELECTRICMOTOCROSSMACHINE 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    i have a 07 yz 450 motor that runs. ill sell it for 400.00. i also have a ton of parts new in the box. everything , carbs. pistons gaskets, everythihg. friend me on face book. pete cotto

    • @motomark9736
      @motomark9736 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Did he get in touch with you ?

  • @SurRon_OffRoad
    @SurRon_OffRoad 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    you lied..you said it was a yz400..but its just a yz ;) good luck with it

  • @curtsawchik1480
    @curtsawchik1480 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Why didn’t you buy a good running motor for like $1200????

  • @mxr7586
    @mxr7586 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    You seriously got ripped on the motor.

  • @benfarr6049
    @benfarr6049 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thats not a good deal, your already to much in to it for a 2007. A good condition running 2007 450 is like 2k. I got a almost new condition 2006 rmz450 for 1100, had a new top end kid couldnt get it to not back fire. I thought it was the timing, ended up the fuel screw was missing the oring and spring.

    • @F80__Los
      @F80__Los 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      There valued at 2600

  • @handyhippie6548
    @handyhippie6548 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    where do you people live?!? that bike as a crate of parts would be $8-900 where i am. i'm getting ready to buy a yz125 that has no title, and serious issues, but runs for $600 because it is the cheapest off road bike i can find. good ones start at $1800, and go up from there. i sold my xt225 over the winter, and i'm kicking myself for it ever since. now i know why he offered me what i thought was a crazy price so i took it.

  • @bsatrialsguy9095
    @bsatrialsguy9095 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im doing the same if wait might get good engine there..

  • @dkmaster8pack
    @dkmaster8pack 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Worth 2k 2100 tops sold a 06 crf250r dual exhaust model for 2150$ 7+ years ago 1600-1900$ realistically... cases are the most expensive part like 300-700$ depending on bike but I think you over payed a little on that engine bud ! But good luck 🍀

  • @Lilpremix221
    @Lilpremix221 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the bike run?

  • @smashdeadgames2068
    @smashdeadgames2068 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would have just give the extra 500 for a fully working Dirt bike

  • @georgeknox
    @georgeknox 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Turn it into a supermoto.

  • @frankierutherford1888
    @frankierutherford1888 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cut you loses and sell it as fast a you can. Take the money an find something more complete. Live an learn my friend.

  • @claytons8263
    @claytons8263 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    With all the parts missing on the motor I would have offered him $225 and not a penny more.

  • @Scrumlord556
    @Scrumlord556 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just big bore it, you need to buy the parts anyway

  • @faizalpejal8162
    @faizalpejal8162 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    Come to Singapore

  • @colbyjaymz7964
    @colbyjaymz7964 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I almost bought that bike off face book

  • @tjarsun
    @tjarsun 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it hard to try and make it electric?

    • @GoldGuyRides
      @GoldGuyRides  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ehhh it wouldn't be that difficult really but I'd rather have a gas engine on this one. An electric motorcycle might be one of my future builds though ...