1975 Honda TL125 K2 Full Restoration Episode 4
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 พ.ค. 2019
- More progress! Hooray!!! :)
A bit of background first.
Another year another big restoration project.
Due to a few requests i have now started a Patreon page. If you like what im doing with the channel and want to help support the channel and help it grow the feel free to make a small donation.
/ reallyrandomchannel
Anyway onto the bike. As you may remember i restored the tank from this bike in a previous video for the previous owner of the bike. his intention was to have me restore the tank and that would give him the inspiration to get on with the rest of the bike but sadly this was not the case. So i made him an offer on it and now its mine to restore back to its former glory.
It was initially found lying in a barn parted out and whats left is all that you see in the video so theres a lot of bits ill need to source, easier said than done! No one even knows if it runs as whoever parted it out has been long forgotten in the sands of time, then my friend stepped in saved it from the barn and now its in my possession.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Stay tuned for episode 5 coming soon ;)
A new addition to my videos from now on will be a water mark and my channel name popping up in random places throughout the video as im getting rather tired of people re-uploading my content as their own i hope you guys understand.
If you like what you see and have any ideas for the channel or would even like to donate something to restore to the channel please get in touch. :)
And as usual if you liked the video please like share and subscribe and help the channel grow.
#Restoration #Honda #Trials
Really Random Channel
1975 Honda TL125 K2 Full Restoration Episode 4 - ยานยนต์และพาหนะ
Hey Guys, As you have probably noticed already i have updated the channel name and logo. The channel is no longer Really Random Channel it is now RRC Restoration. Just incase you were wondering why the water marks in the video still say Really Random Channel. Enjoy.
RRC Restoration is a good strong Name and fits perfectly on Hats and T-shirts... ;-)
Greetings from Germany . I really enjoy your skills & the channel! Kept me sane while CoronaFan hits the Shitpile (aka Tronald Dump) ...
Idk why I am nearly the only woman here ... .Anyway :I really enjoy your channel. I usually watch your videos more than once, bc they are so relaxing and interresting at the same time! You get a thumps up Bevore I start, bc I know it´s gonna be awesome and I don´t want to forget... . You taught me how to work very organized and step by step and that destresses me A LOT while repair&service my 2wheels. Thanks mate ! And Greetings from Germany ;-D
I’ve been dying to wash your restoration projects. I learn a lot from your video. Keep up with your good work.
Thank you, I hope you enjoy this episode as much as my others :)
I enjoyed very much, thank you.
@@RRCRestoration بمم
Fantastic detailed work. I'm always amazed at the people who can "thumbs down" work like this.Wonder if they have ever changed a battery by themselves.
Thank you for your kind comment. What i dont understand is why this video got a thumbs down within the first minute of upload i mean one minute isn't really a fair chance is it? haha.
@@RRCRestoration
Bitter people thats jealous of your skills.
He is SCOTTISH!!!!!!! My day just got better!!!
Haha glad i could make your day a bit better :)
@STtyrone Sweden lol :D Love Scotland though :)
Aye!! 😃🏴
As a motorcycle mechanic myself I can appreciate the amount of work you put into these builds. That said you do some great work, lacing wheels is kinda a lost art. Minus some specialty tools you get the job done just like the pro's. I can't say I've alot of experience working on classic dirt bike's, but it looks like fun. Keep up the awesome work and all the best for your future endeavors.
Thank you for your kind comment its very much appreciated :) Im guessing from your name you are a JDM fan?
@@RRCRestoration Yeah. I have a 95 240sx with an RB25DET. As close as I can get to a Skyline here in the states. Pretty much a JDM fan, and Nissan junkie.
Ah nice I have a couple of buddies here running a couple of nice Nissans one has a s14 running a SR20 with nearly 600hp and the other has a nice R32 GTR running around the 400 mark i think. Im hoping to get some JDM projects featured on my new channel.
@@RRCRestoration I would definitely be excited to see some JDM restorations. I'm sure the quality of your work will keep the subs rolling in!
If you ever want to see some rare barn finds and some restored JDM cars you should check out Wasabi cars youtube channel. He's always finding rare almost unbelievable classics rusting away throughout Japan. I'd love to get my hands on some of those Nissan classics.
It was great to hear your voice man, explanation was excellent. More of that please!
Loving the series.
Thanks very much. Im working on a bit more narration for the next episode ;)
Really Random Channel ... Look forward to it mate.
Yaaay finally, i know it's a tough episode for restoring this motorcycle, it's definitely a great episode. Great job 🙏
Sorry for the delay. The project is gaining more momentum now the parts have started arriving :)
I love this stuff, and made all the more enjoyable because you are really good at it. Narration is definitely the way to go.
Thank you very much for your kind comment :)
Ive really enjoyed watching this project! Cant wait to see the rest of the progress. It's given me some inspiration to get mine back together. I have a 75 TL as well that I started restoring from the frame up many years ago, I didn't get much further than basting and painting the frame, swingarm, triple clamps, and tank, and tearing down and blasting the engine, before I got sidetracked with a 65 ElectraGlide restoration and never got back to it. I also had a broken tooth on the idler gear, if my memory serves me correct I bought a spare transmission assembly just for that one gear. I should have everything I need to for the build, bearings, seals, and boxes of NOS parts and pieces. the only thing I still need are fenders, as the ones I have are broken or cracked. Thanks for the inspiration, looking forward to seeing the rest of your build.
really looking forward to seeing the next episode of Game of Threads here 😉
Thanks for the comment. Part 5 is already well underway im just waiting on the new gears arriving then the engine can go back together ;)
I canny wait, this is fantastic, love these vids, thanks.
👍👍👍👍
Seriously the channel that has inspired me to start restoring my first bike. The stuff I learn in these comments as well is unreal
Thank you, Im very glad i could inspire you :)
I love these tear down and re assembly videos. It gives me the confidence to tear down the engine on my 125cc Aprilia Habana Custom. It doesn't need anything doing to it mechanically as far as I can tell, but the engine casing needs a serious clean up and possible spray job due to the oxidation of the aluminium.
Thank you for a great video. 👍
Thank you for your comment. I wish you luck with your rebuild :)
Yup those tensioners love to get stuck when the protective rubber boot is not on the adjuster. Also most likely the one way clutch bearing is bad Wich is most likely what broke the tooth off the kicker gear. Awesome video as always 👍👍✌
Yeah a few little issues but nothing to major. a nice surprise was when i was measuring for new piston rings i found out the bike has been bored out as well by a good bit so its not 122cc anymore more like 135cc so a bit more power is always nice ;)
@@RRCRestoration that is always nice! I wonder if that is an aftermarket piston from wiseco? Maybe even a high compression one.
Restoration!? This is a full-blown engine rebuild! You got some mad skills
Thank you very much :)
Your videos keep getting better. Thank you
Thank you :)
I would like to apologize for the weird glitching at 6:10 i dont know what happened :(
Maybe it has some issue when you rendering this video, but i still enjoy it
Ha Ha I'm sitting here trying to adjust my computer thinking what the heck, glad you left this note and CHEERS to your entertaining efforts. Needless to say can't wait for the next one. Back to work for me :-)
Didn’t bother me at all :) No worries
It looked to me like a glitch in your SD card in your camera, that,s if your using a camera rather than a phone. I had one of these bikes years ago and regretted selling it. Great video and Thank You.
Perhaps re-upload the video?
Just impressed how your workshop is quiet also yeah the engine looks creepy needs a lot of work, furthermore good luck with the bike restoration and so excited for a part 5!
Hi thanks for your comment. Im actually filming this in my spray room for the good quality lighting my main workshop is quite dull but im working on sprucing it up a bit so that i can film out in the big workshop as well ;). Part 5 will be good the engine will be cleaned up and looking factory fresh as well as put back together and fitted back into the frame.
@@RRCRestoration yeah just wanted to say thanks for the hard work you put on these videos and I can't lie it's very satisfying to watch a old engine being cleaned and restored!
Fantastic ! My only complaint is I have a 73 and the bearings are harder to find. Great video and you catch everything clearly. Soon as I gather my parts I will freshen up a tired 73 TL125E.
Oh man, that's what I hate about your videos: those are so addictive that I can't barely wait for the next one... 😜
I think that your restorations are the best of TH-cam. Keep at that way!
Thank you very much that means alot :)
Nice, that was rescued in the nick of time, some Lucky person is going to have a nice bike there.
That lucky person is me, Im keeping it after all the work that has gone into it :)
About time you upload,me and my dad finished the cl90 project :)
Anyway good luck on restoring this bike to it's glorious day.
Really looking forward to this one, always wanted a TL back in the 70's, used to ride one regularly, but never actually got around to buying one.
Bit late now really as all the places I used to ride are now either built on, or off limits these days. :(
It's really nice to see you work on the bikes. By seeing your videos I get tips and tricks on the build that I'm doing on my channel. Don't forget to give it a look. 👍🏻 Cheers.
You are sorry! Your videos are worthy of a professional. It's a shame not to know English since I have not understood what you said. But I admire your great work.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
But you speak English well?
Daniel Moon probably a translation app/website
@@danielmoon8425 I do not speak English, I use the translator to express, how I like their videos
Cam Myers ah yeah forgot about that
Cesar Tabaso ah ok, nice one man😁
Fantastic to see this project continuing to progress. Great also to hear your voice. Really looking forward to seeing this one up and running again. Great stuff Brother.
Thank you for your kind comment :)
This is lovely stuff, really enjoyed the video. Thank you for saving a great little bike and taking the time to show us your work. I’m really looking forward to part 5! Well done. Les
Thank you very much. Epiosode 5 will be coming soon im just waiting on a few replacement engine parts at the moment.
Audio...a good addition to the videos, far better than sub titles, looks like a lot of elbow grease and autosol went into that casing at the end.
Thank you for the kind comment. Yeah its far easier to explain whats going on by talking rather than trying to type up subtitles.
By far my favorite series! keep up the good work!
Thank you, Glad your enjoying it :)
been wanting to see a proper full engine restoration and its finally here :)
Thank you, Episode 5 will be even better when all the parts are clean and new and going back together ;)
@@RRCRestoration yeah cant wait, awesome restorations!
Brilliant stuff....glad to see another episode on this project...I got lost in the overhaul of a Yamaha SECA 750 motor....should have watched this then...👍
Very usefull. I've got an XL125 (My first bike in 1977) awaiting restoration so these vids are great. I'll check the kickstart centre. Thanks.
Atlast looking forward on the next episode hope it will not take long, and looking forward on the broken parts that you will restore, keep it up bro
That teaser has got me drooling. I can't wait, it's going to turn out amazing! Thanks for posting.
Yeah i had to fling in a small teaser to tempt you guys as the casings are looking so damn good now! ;)
Great first time see you talking nice 👍
You sir, and your work are a real pleasure to watch. Keep it up!
Thank you very much :)
Very nice, looking forward to episode 5....
Coming soon once the new gears arrive ;) Thanks for watching.
well worth the wait pal ,loved the clear explanation of the problems, how could anyone who bothered to take a motor apart not put all the bits back in? what a muppet.
any way great stuff again and thanks.
Hi again ;) Yeah it defies logic especially not building the tensioner correctly... crazy! Glad you enjoyed this episode hope to see you again in the next ;)
From Indonesia, Ngga sabar nunggu episode selanjutnya, bagus videonya
the master at work , brill.
Thank you :)
Yes! I've been waiting for this video like a little boy waiting for Christmas! 🎅😁
I don't know why I was a little surprised at the accent, for some reason I imagined this channel was from Poland! Anyway great video, I like how over-engineered those little Honda's were, I was a bike mechanic for many years and would wager all the problems stem from neglect. Looking forward to the next episode, from a fellow northern (although not as north!)
Hi Thanks very much for leaving a comment :)
I’m now sure I need to also replace a kick start gear in my cb125s. And now I know how! Thanks for the video and the great lighting that shows every detail. I didn’t know you had a funny accent. Lol I’m from OKLAHOMA so guess I got one too.
Im glad my video could help you out :) Haha i dont like to think of it as funny so much as much as something that makes us stand out from the crowd ;)
Well, l’ll wait , you’re a jack of all trades, l admire watching your videos 👍👍👍👍😊😊😊🤝🤝🤝
Fantastic work on the resto! Good job and thanks for the upload.
Thank you for watching and commenting :)
Oh you're from the north :)
Keep it up mate. Its to quality work
Haha yeah i thought the accent might catch a few people off guard ;) Thanks for the comment.
North? I’d hate to guess, someone might get mad like when I confuse a Australian for and Englishmen. Lol Americans can never tell the difference. I’m guessing Scottish as long as nobody gets upset.
Quick quick, the next !!!
Working as fast as i can ;)
I just found your channel. This is great stuff. I am just starting a restoration on a 1980 CM200T myself. Also, your accent is awesome, I'd listen to you talk over captions any day. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for your kind comment :) i wish you luck with your own project.
Really useful video!
Thanks
Am about to change the crank on a cg 125 for the first time .
You’ve definitely given me some much needed insight into a Honda 125
No problem glad my videos could be of some use to you ;)
Great job as always, your commenting is spot on dont be affraid to use it in future videos when needs be
Thank you glad you enjoyed it :)
Top job as always fella, looking forward to you restoring the casings
Thank you :)
Oh wow! I can't wait to see the next episode of the honda motorcycle engine block!
thank you for these videos, I love them!! they are so interesting, I'm learning a lot of new things every time! keep it up!
Thank you , more coming soon ;)
First thing, thumbs up on the watermark. Plagiarism really boils my pee!
Really hope you can remember how all that lot fits back together. I'm completely lost. lol Top job as ever sir.
Nice to see you again. Tell me about it most days i have to report people to TH-cam for re-uploading my videos it gets so tedious and infuriating! Haha theres no worries there ive built a few of these in my time plus i have a workshop manual for all the torque specs ;) See you in episode 5.
If only there was some way of making a video record of the disassembly.
@@TheHoipoloi Now that's a great idea! lol
Finally he's back after a long time
Good job, good restoration 👍👍👍🤝🤝🤝 part-5!!!!!😋😋😋
Thank you, Episode 5 will be coming soon once the new gears arrive ;)
Nice job, I'm looking forward to the next episode
Heck yeah! More Honda! Love your videos
This is a great series. Got excited today when I saw you posted the vid.
I hope this episode didn't disappoint?
Really Random Channel NO WAY!!! I think these are all great!!! Keep it up!!
I just finished putting a SL125 engine back together. I noticed the 2 problems as soon as I seen your disassembly. The previous mechanic on my engine tightened the rocker adjustments so tight that they mushroomed the valve stems (both had to be replaced). I'm guessing he was trying to quiet the rattling noise because the cam chain adjuster was not put between the washers properly and my chain was loose in my case as well. Thankfully no damage to the case and the chain measures out good. My engine being a 71 was just a bit different than yours but all and all the same basic assembly.
Fantastic work, lad!
Thank you :)
Great job like usual! Perfection! Keep up the great work!
Thanks for your comment :)
Great video!!! You deserves more subs and views. I hope the bike looks beatiful at the end!!!
Thank you for your kind comment :)
Great work. Love it and keep it coming!
Thank you :)
Can't wait for the next episode..thumbs up for you and your work..as usuall..good job..
Hi, Im just waiting on the new gear arriving and then the engine can go back together and episode 5 can be made :) Thanks for leaving a comment.
@@RRCRestoration i'll be waiting for the next episode..can't wait..but have to..🤣 make sure u'll ride it when it's done.. 😎
Great job and nice to hear your voice keep up the great work loving the vids
Thank you :)
Fantastic! Keep up the good work!
Thank you :)
I almost forget you have this project
Nice one, as always !
Thank you :)
Top tensioner used to get stripped regularly too.
Great little motors though if you keep up with the servicing.
Lama banget video nya keluar,padahal udah di tunggu tunggu :)
Very cool video bro sorry to hear about the damage but that's what makes this stuff interesting. Keep up the good work and good luck with the rest of this build. I look forward to the next videos.
Haha your right about that there no fun opening an engine and everything is perfect. Thanks you i hope to have the next episode out within the next week or 2 depending when the new gears arrive.
@@RRCRestoration I look forward to seeing it
@@RRCRestoration are you planning on using the same case?
Awesome job man
Thank you :)
Yes!! New Episode!
Cant wait for the next one!!👌🏼👊🏼
Once the engine parts arrive it will be full steam ahead to get episode 5 out ;)
Awesome Video, ...again !!!!!! 👍👍👍
Thank you :)
Sick video
Nice, waiting for next episode
This is very interesting, I have believe it or not never seen the workings of motorcycle engine. Of all the engines I have rebuilt never a bike.. Peace
Hi, Im very glad you found it interesting :)
Merci pour les vidéos
Enfin un professionnelle
Merci
Its kinda many differences with the engine that released in my country, but this video educating me more as always.... thanks, oh yeah, you have nice voice by the way hehehe
I think I could take an engine apart, getting all the right pieces back together is another story.
i would lose my sh@t if you said " the dilithium crystals, Captain. ... that phenomenon was, it drained almost all of our crystals completely."
Muy buen vídeo ya quiero ver la segunda parte mi like siempre
im looking forword to see end of the motorcycle.
you doing a great job
Thank you, Im hoping to have it finished in a couple of weeks time ;)
I can't wait to see it finish !!! Keep up the good work ! (And do more content about motorcycle... ^^ )
Dont worry you'll get to see the finished bike soon ;)
Hi really like your videos really interesting to watch great content keep them coming
Thank you, Glad you like my videos :)
Other than the overhead cam design, this engine looks so similar to the CG125 engine, both inside and out. I know the CG125 was designed pretty quickly, so I wonder if this was the engine it's based off.
Anyway, can't wait to see the next episode. :)
Hi, as far as i was aware the TL,CG and XL all rand the exact same engines but with changes to the gearing due to the different bike styles but i may be wrong im not too familiar with this engine style. Thanks for leaving a comment.
@@RRCRestoration The CG125 is quite an interesting beast, as it was designed for reliability and aimed at developing markets. As such it was a slight step back in terms or sophistication and power, but a step forward in terms of reliability. The big problem for Honda at the time was oil starvation to the cam shaft, mostly on the CB125 and similar engines if oil changes were neglected. The CG125 rectified this with an overhead valve (not cam) push rod design. To further simplify things, the cam is driven by a gear off the crank, so there's no cam chain. There's also a single cam lobe that operates both the inlet and exhaust valves. It makes for an elegantly designed, but simple and reliable engine.
I only know all this as I have a CG125 project and in my research I found this page global.honda/heritage/episodes/1975cg125/.html on the Honda web site a couple of weeks ago. It's an interesting read if you have 10 minutes to spare.
I love watching your videos, you and Ed (C90 Adventures) have almost got me to buy a C90 project off eBay so many times. In the end I bought the CG125. Just need to finish my other projects first, then on to the CG. Thanks for sharing your projects with us. :)
Again！9 hours ago.😂 Thank you！
Ótimo vídeo.
best off roader I've had the TL125 is perfection, great balance, light, agile, and my Sammy miller frame gave it extra height, sold it for £120 in 1980 must have been skint,
Very good keep moving 👍👍👏👏👏👏
Dont worry the project is picking up some momentum now :)
Really enjoyed watching you restore this old motorcycle, what did you use in the sandblasting bay was it sand or some other abrasive?
Put me out of my misery! When I was a Honda bike mechanic, those cross head casing screws always locked on. I had an impact driver, still have it 40 years on, to get them out. Yours just spun out. Hmm sorcery! Also, what happened to the clutch retaining nut, There didn't seem to be anything but the tab washer holding the clutch body on. Hopefully, that was a "special effect" otherwise you might have more than two mechanical problems. This video brought back many happy memories, thanks, and keep up the good work
By the way, far d'ye bide? I'm originally from Elgin.
Cheers,
Norm.
Hey thanks for leaving a comment. Yeah i done a bit of video magic with the casing screws and the lock nut as i know for a fact 90% of my viewers would give me nothing but abuse for the rather brutal way they were loosened a mechanic like yourself will know exactly what i mean when i say " shock " was used ;) haha. Ah Elgin never been but i know exactly where it is,Im down in Ayrshire
@@RRCRestoration Shock, a blunt screwdriver and a hammer then! ;-)
Cheers,
Norm.
He speaks!
Really enjoy your videos and the only negative I've ever had is they just lacked a "human touch" due to lack of dialogue interaction with the viewers. Now you've found your voice, it would be great to hear more of it (even if it is Scottish, lol)
Haha dont worry you'll be hearing a lot more of me now im a bit more confident with the narration :)
Another fab video thanks! Love the Glasgow accent! Whereabouts are you? I'm in Chryston.
Hi nice to see more on the TL lucky catching those bits when you did ! are you using JIS screwdrivers as they seem to fit the screws well, looking forward to the next video, ATB Wayne.
Hi, Thanks for leaving a comment. Yeah very lucky as there was talk of trying to fire it up before tearing it down so glad i opted not to! Yeah i am using JIS screwdrivers i bought a set after the c90 project ;). Hope to see you in episode 5 ;)
All those screws were pre-loosened! I've yet to see a Japanese bike from this era that didn't require an impact screwdriver and JIS bits!
i really wanted to see how you polish out the casing and the fins on the engine :(
You'll see in the next episode ;)