24:24 I do engine in frame first, before anything else. Lay the engine on it's side on the ground and then place the frame on from over the top. Less chance of damaging paint, and it's significantly easier on the back as a one-man-job.
I think viewers need an element of completion; it's more satisfying for me to watch something like your 7 day build rather than bits and pieces of other builds. Tutorial videos are always helpful but in their own video that you can specifically name and put in a playlist. For me, the 7 day build series is perfect watching, even if in reality you might have to make it 14 days so you can sleep and have a life!
I like this style of video, where I can learn something. Like South main auto repair lcc and Uncle Tony's garage. And black engine with red valve cover would've looked good too. And red calipers.
Hey Tyler. For what it's worth, some of us are not tired of the Honda content. I think these 70's classics are great bikes and fun to ride. I'm biased because I have one and currently looking for another. Learning a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work. Look forward to seeing the finished bike. Cheers👍
Great job, Taylor! Old man with a bad back tip for installing engines into these old Honda’s. Lay the engine on its right side and then carefully fish the frame over the engine and get the engine mounting bolts started and then upright the entire works. This also helps to not scratch up the paint on the engine/frame. This technique also works in reverse for removing the engine. Keep it up, love the channel!
I’ve done the duel disc conversion on my cb550. Not so easy as the caliper bracket needs to be mirror reversed not just flipped over so takes a lot of machine work (or filling) to get the caliper to line up right. Also the speedo dive on the axle does not clear the second disc, so that took heaps of finessing to get it to make the speedo drive cable work. Be much easier to run a gps speedo and do away with the speedo drive and cable all together. Running a after market 1/2” master cylinder which works fine. Spliting the brake line was the easy with a duel line bango bolt. Wayne.
Thank you for not using time lapse all the time, I hate when I find a video I’m excited to watch and it ends up being a time lapse haha, awesome work as always loving his build.
Great content! I like how you don’t have any obnoxious and annoying music. A little music is ok and yours is not annoying or loud. I like how you focus more on the core content and not any of the useless music and other effects. You give me what I want and that is tips and how to content. Keep it going!
Love all your content but this style is definitely my favourite seeing a bike go from old and rusty to awesome in a short period of time is so good, keep up the great work you’ll be at 100 thousand before you know it 👍
I enjoy these longer, more in depth videos. Much more informative and personable. Also, I’m really digging the color scheme going on with this bike! Perfect amount of black and polished bits in my opinion.
Much easier to put the engine on its side on the bench with some blocks then fit the bare frame over the engine. Put in some engine mounts and then you can then put the bike 'right way up'. This was an absolute game changer for me. All the best Johnnie
The " magic " so the speak of your channel was what I call the innocence of learning , I would totally like to see different bikes to keep the discovery aspect alive.
Not tired at all about the Hondas. They are my favorite 70's Japanese motorcycles. I could watch this channel for hours a day. Very informative and full of passion. Just amazing
I only recently started watching videos on this channel. But I can say I much rather prefer this video format than timelapses and jump cuts. Not that there was anything wrong with it. Since you also have a deadline for the project and have lots to do. But I really like to see how other people work on stuff, that also have a lot more experience than I do.
This bike looks fantastic love the Chanel you are very talented just enjoy what you are doing please don’t get back into the rat race building your business is more important you are always going to have clients who trust what you do, who really cares if it’s done in 5 days or 7 the end result is actually better than factory. The video format you taking is greatly appreciated and this is what is going to grow your business.
Just make sure you lift with your legs. : ) I'm a Honda owner, so I love the Honda content. I wouldn't mind seeing some more old British bikes though... I'm going to get a 60's Triumph, Norton or BSA for my next bike. Being new to this stuff, your videos on checking ignition timing and valve clearance were both very helpful.
I like the mix of time lapse and normal speed with explanations of what you are doing. This makes the videos more personal without giving up the essentials. Thumbs up for the good job.
Hey man! Hello from Argentina! We are in lock out here due to Rona. I made an habit of watching 1 of your videos every nigth and it has been great to cope with our current situation! You are doing some awesome work and I wanted to say thanks for taking the time to made all this content for us.
Great job Taylor,really enjoying this style of video.you talking to the camera while working make me feel like I'm in the garage with you,I almost offered a hand lifting the engine in🤯.then I remembered there's a few thousand miles and a lot of ocean between us.are well look forward to seeing your next episode 👍👍
I loved the kawi build and the triumph build and all the Honda builds, but I would love to see you do a sportster in this style (brat? scrambler? cafe-ish?) with a frame hoop, bench seat, etc. That would make my day. I personally don't mind when you time lapse or jump cut over something you've already done in detail.
I’m definitely a Honda biker also. Got my first bike last year 81 Honda cm400 custom and its awesome when you explain what your working on so my knowledge of my bike grows. Keep doing what your doing!
Hi. A tip for the dual disc convertion is to use the GL 1000 (Gold Wing) main cyllinder and brake hose splitter. The cylinder is a bit tall but looks classic i think. Great show so keep the good job up. :)
Awesome that you took the feedback and made the video better! I think the 40-60 explain-timelapse is a good balance for your content. Maybe even 30-70 where you have videos every day and there is less need to set up the context of the build etc... Also great to see timelapse from the vaporblaster too!
I Imagine Taylor that this is a Hobby that has now become a paid one now. Im pretty late to the party but enjoy the output from your work. Ive been a Motor cycle owner since 1975 having a lot of your bikes you have worked on over the years. Marc in Bletchley Towers
Oh by the way im the present owner on a Honda C125 Supercub brand new after part exchanging a 22 year old Honda NTV 650 with only 12 thousand miles on the clock. My other bikes are a Suzuki GN250 25 years old with Hundred Thousand miles plus and a Honda CB250 nighthawk also 25 years old but with only nine thousand on the clock.
Just got a 1976 cb550 from my neighbors in october last year, hasnt been registered since 1998 but im working on retitling it and after that its all out, bikes been dropped on both sides (while standing still) so ive got the headlight brackets to straighten out, i will be adding another gound to the light systen as it was parked due to wiring harness melting because the ground went bad on the coils, runs pretty good and carbs are immaculate since it was "winterized" before sitting for over a decade and it has 4 into 2 vintage jardine pipes with no baffles so it sounds as good as it looks (oklahoma bike so little rust and the paint is decent for it being original), your videos helped me adjust the cam chain tension and valves so now it sounds like a sewing machine as opposed to a chainsaw, i am at tech for diesel technician training but my passion is bikes, brand doesent matter because i love all motorcycles whether they are vintage, modern, retro, asian, american or european in origin.
Not to mention i have history on the bike from my dads roommate that cleaned its gummy carbs back in '86 while he was at Vocational school for bikes and powersports, how i found out about the bike was my good friend who is living with his grandparents and his grandmothers late husband had passed on was the previous owner so while his grandma and grandpa (her current husband i believe) is wanting the shed space for material and they had no use for the bike so they let me have it for free in which my buddy, my brother, my dad and I gain enjoyment from the experience and information we learn, from working on it, my dads worked on bikes for most his adult life till me and my brother came around 17 years ago and even though they arent the safest vehicles especially such an old bike for a beginner rider (i have many hours experience with off road and a little experience on road) i think he enjoys me learning on old school cool kinda tech, its quite obvious by now but i like telling me a good story.
I would love to see a 1969/70 stock Honda cb750 converted to a classic hard tail chopper..I remember seeing a lot of them growing up as a kid and thought they were the coolest thing goin... Just a thought !! Keep up the entertaining and informative vids...Big CB750 fan !!
I converted my 1978 550's by finding used 750 Front forks with late model calipers and disks on Ebay and I like the Comstar rims. I also used 750 F swing arms and rear brake set-up. They bolt-up with very little problem.
I like this video style a lot! Also the engine color combo looks great. I wish I would have painted mine when I had it out the frame a couple months ago.
Taylor, I prefer this style of video. That said yesterday’s was good and I totally get that with a goal of a one week build and daily uploads (& editing) you have quite the task on your hands. So honestly, maybe a mix of styles is the way to go? Carry on the great work and it’s lovely to hear of someone making their dream come true. The ‘rent a space’ garage is something I have thought of in the past and if the UK wasn’t so far away, I’d be right there buddy 😁
Your a honda guy,stick with it,forget about those non honda people,this is the best channel for honda guys like me,just keep doing it the way you do it and dont worry so much about the comments!thks for carb video!
Thing is i love learning from the diy so it doesn't matter how the content comes the onee that get bored i guess are people who already know or think they know just keep doing your thing
Glad you're in a good mood. It always puts me in a good mood when I'm doing something to my bike. I upgraded to Dynatek coils last week. I'm new to this stuff, so I'm learning as I go. I really enjoyed doing the new spark plug wires and everything else that came with the coil swap. It was such a great feeling when the bike fired up and ran like a dream afterward. In this high-tech-short-attention-span world, nothing beats doing some wrenching and actually accomplishing your goal. ALSO....Check out Dunn Lewis in DC, they have a DYI type garage space similar to what you're talking about. It's pretty cool.
Many on the SOHC/4 Forum have done the dual front disc brake conversion. Slickest I saw was using a Goldwing brake splitter on the brake lines and a 14mm master cylinder from 4into1. I love the cb500/550 content. I've done two (71 & 78) and probably will do two more. I like the scramblers you've done. Be careful with your back. Stop lifting those engines alone.
The bike's looking great. You may want to investigate Discord as a means to have instant input from viewers/customers. Particularly when thinking about giveaways. Dunno if you're aware of Yammie Noob who's in your general area but after he began using discord his subs started climbing regularly. Lotta guys use Patreon as did Yam, but he set-up his own web page to cut out a lotta middle-man bs. Btw, it's great to see someone of a younger generation showing these (now antique) bikes some love. My newest bike is a '92 GSX1100F. My others are 42-43 yr old KZ 900-1000. On the brakes I've used stainless wrapped teflon lines, and a Y split for duals as well as two separate lines direct from the master cylinder (both stock). Upgraded masters really only become necessary on bikes capable of race speeds (150 and greater mph) where fade becomes an issue.
You should get some copper plumbing pipe insulators to protect the frame from scratching, they're cheap and they'll slide right on and off. Can use them hundreds of times.
We used to do the double disc conversions on CB 750’s back in the ‘70’s. We had to use CR-750 (factory Daytona racer) master cylinders. What would be cool would be for you to drill lightening holes in the discs. I had that set-up on my CB-750 K3 back in the mid-70’s.
I like this style more as it has more detail and less leaping from start to finish as if by magic. The caliper is a good example, seeing the mess it was in and then ready to rebuild is cool although seeing the cleaning process itself would be interesting. I hope you show the caliper rebuild fully.
Hai Taylor.. I'm from Brunei Darussalam.. I love all your videos.. I first watch your video since you build your honda cb550 brat, then tracker, triumph, gives away your car, kawasaki kz750 scrambler and all your restoration honda.. Love it!! Keep it up..
I've said it before and I'll say it again: you are on the right track to be an awesome channel. I've never seen such a fast bike build. Sure it helps you have an awesome shop and lots of spare parts but the knowledge and project management abilities is what makes it. 100k subs is gonna be easy if you keep this much quality content up! Cheers!
Your videos keep getting better! I like the blend of time lapse and explanations. Really nice to see your work either way! You are doing a fantastic job so stay confident.👍
i enjoy the actual speed builds, rather than nitro speed. a: i get to actually see more of what you're doing, and more importantly, how you're doing it. i've been working on things with engines for 40 years, but i'm always open to the opportunity of learning something new. and b: it makes for a longer vid, so i have less time scouring youtube for something enjoyable, educational and entertaining to watch.
Great build so far, the engine with brushed alloy sections and black paint looks superb. Your idea about a bike garage offering DIY + rental equipment + professional advice + some "full service" sounds great. I recently discovered your channel, and greatly appreciate and enjoy your very informative and useful videos. Keep 'em coming !
Hey man, great work. I’ve done a GSX R fork conversion on a 71 cb500. I used a front conversion hub from a company called Cognito Moto. They make all their own conversion parts for Honda Suzuki and some BMW bikes. I’m currently working on a 76 BMW R90/6.
I am in love! The beefy tires and the black with metal color on the bike is so appealing to me. I am looking forward to seeing the tank color and if there are small splashes of the color other places on the bike. Very inspiring!
Love this style of video rather than the other ones in this series. This one seems to teach me more and is more engaging and it's a lot of fun listening to you talk about the builds, etc. and your future thoughts and ambitions for your channel! Keep up the great work! Really enjoyable content!
The build is coming along very nicely. Yes I do like this video style, understand it requires much more effort on your part but very appreciated Like to see you do a CX build
Awesome content! This helps with little details you only learn by doing it before, it’s like being with you learning hands on, the info is priceless! I would love to see more content with how to’s. You explain everything in ways that make sense unlike most videos on youtube
I live in San Antonio. Have a 75 CB550F. Have worked on it quite a bit but reached the limit if my experience. Would love your input if possible. As far as a DIY shop, lots of issues with risk and liability. So insurance and liability contracts would be needed. As far as a bike give away, i think you have to have a way for entries to be free but can give away entries with purchases. Not too sure but yeah, some red tape. I would love to work a bike shop but my knowledge is experience based and not professional. But as an IT guy with a lot of skills, i could see myself doing it as a passion. The videos I like are where the repetitive parts are time lapse such as remove multiple screws etc. However, it also nice to see a close up detail view when it comes to troubleshooting or how you like to gap valves or what not. Also mentioning common issues and how to maybe fix them like a squeaky front break that just wont stop or an idle that just wont stay put after rebuilding a carb etc. But i like your channel and recomend it to other bikers, especially Honda riders. I am at the point where my issue is taking a lot of time to figure out and would just like to know how i get in line to have you check my bike out and more or less the cost. I live in San Antonio off 281 North and would love to ride it up there and get a few tips or pay for some solid work. Im at the point where i may just sell it but i hate to do that after so much work. Also, i know a advert company here called Redsmith my girl works at. If you need some posters, car wraps, motorcycle wraps done for your biz, i can probably find out some info. They did some Harley stuff. There a lot of ways to network and I know San Antonio need good classic bike help. I reached out to a few here and zero response from some.
Try putting a grease nipple onto the caliper and pump grease using the grease gun in to force the caliper piston out. . Grease is easily cleaned out of the piston housing.
New to your channel, like your style of presentation...Relaxed and informative. Always a scary moment fitting the motor in a freshly painted frame, I securely prop the motor on it's side, and lift and fit the fully stripped frame hoop over it. A 150 pound motor is quite struggle on your own when your past 60..
Put together day! *edit 1 at the 12ish min mark: I completely agree with the business sense of continuing Hondas. They also just work and the following is very much a cult level. You're doing what you love, so keep it up. Edit 2 at about 20 mins: mix has been good for just an overall updates. Time-lapse of all of it is a good format with the cutins of explanation. Idea for another build is a late model build, like something from the 90s to early 2k? *final edit: looking fantastic! Another thought for a build could be an early to mid 80s CB650sc build, like a blackout or, for something I've never seen before, a whiteout. Keep it up!
Great work. The time lapses are cool (definitely keep incorporating those) and I like the idea of mixing in more talking-while-working (1st person hanging out with Mustie1) style segments. Even if you didn't have the segment planned out and set up to go smoothly, it is fun to share that 'Hmmm' moment when something doesn't go quite right. Especially when the mechanic goes with what you were thinking and the viewer is all like 'yep, great minds think alike.' I live in Austin and definitely would consider a shop and tool sharing thing if I was restoring a vintage bike, could have used that 5 years ago when I was redoing a CB750. Or if you expand into high tech bikes, tuning fuel injection ECUs and whatnot, perhaps someday we can work on my speed triple.
Great videos Taylor. Think a good balance between time-lapse and interactive. I might personally prefer more time-lapse due to condensed content. Idea of club membership is really different and worth exploring. where builders can benefit from having specialized equipment...once again more content and enabling weekend builders to showcase their creativity and enthusiasm...it will make for great watching.
Like this style - we're here for the content. And...if Honda's float your boat keep with the Hondas, it's your channel (a dirt bike like an XR400 would be interesting)!
Another way to get pistons out is with a grease gun, but you need a suitable screw in grease nipple for the banjo bolt hole. Shifts just about any stuck in brake piston and here they do get really corroded in.
Great video. Compressed air pops those brake caliper pistons straight away in seconds. Filing the engine fins on the head would also be a great contrast(think Triumph speedmaster, Kawasaki z1.
Hi taylor love your channel your a very talented individual.i think if you sanded the edges of the engine fins down it would compliment the silver highlights.i am also really digging this style of filming.cheers.
24:24 I do engine in frame first, before anything else. Lay the engine on it's side on the ground and then place the frame on from over the top. Less chance of damaging paint, and it's significantly easier on the back as a one-man-job.
I think viewers need an element of completion; it's more satisfying for me to watch something like your 7 day build rather than bits and pieces of other builds. Tutorial videos are always helpful but in their own video that you can specifically name and put in a playlist. For me, the 7 day build series is perfect watching, even if in reality you might have to make it 14 days so you can sleep and have a life!
I like this style of video, where I can learn something. Like South main auto repair lcc and Uncle Tony's garage.
And black engine with red valve cover would've looked good too. And red calipers.
Hey Tyler. For what it's worth, some of us are not tired of the Honda content. I think these 70's classics are great bikes and fun to ride. I'm biased because I have one and currently looking for another. Learning a lot from your videos. Keep up the good work. Look forward to seeing the finished bike. Cheers👍
Great job, Taylor! Old man with a bad back tip for installing engines into these old Honda’s. Lay the engine on its right side and then carefully fish the frame over the engine and get the engine mounting bolts started and then upright the entire works. This also helps to not scratch up the paint on the engine/frame. This technique also works in reverse for removing the engine. Keep it up, love the channel!
This kind of video is what i enjoy most. Yesterday’s was very short and i didn’t really learn or take anything significant out of the video.
This format is definitely the way to go.
I’ve done the duel disc conversion on my cb550. Not so easy as the caliper bracket needs to be mirror reversed not just flipped over so takes a lot of machine work (or filling) to get the caliper to line up right. Also the speedo dive on the axle does not clear the second disc, so that took heaps of finessing to get it to make the speedo drive cable work. Be much easier to run a gps speedo and do away with the speedo drive and cable all together. Running a after market 1/2” master cylinder which works fine. Spliting the brake line was the easy with a duel line bango bolt. Wayne.
I'd love to see a video like this one for the wiring. Love the channel
Thank you for not using time lapse all the time, I hate when I find a video I’m excited to watch and it ends up being a time lapse haha, awesome work as always loving his build.
Great content! I like how you don’t have any obnoxious and annoying music. A little music is ok and yours is not annoying or loud. I like how you focus more on the core content and not any of the useless music and other effects. You give me what I want and that is tips and how to content. Keep it going!
Love all your content but this style is definitely my favourite seeing a bike go from old and rusty to awesome in a short period of time is so good, keep up the great work you’ll be at 100 thousand before you know it 👍
Great Channel, fantastic to watch, I think you've found your calling Taylor. I like this style of video.
I just turned 70 and on a fix income and can't afford a bike but really want one will be glad to see what you do.
I enjoy these longer, more in depth videos. Much more informative and personable. Also, I’m really digging the color scheme going on with this bike! Perfect amount of black and polished bits in my opinion.
Much easier to put the engine on its side on the bench with some blocks then fit the bare frame over the engine.
Put in some engine mounts and then you can then put the bike 'right way up'.
This was an absolute game changer for me.
All the best
Johnnie
The " magic " so the speak of your channel was what I call the innocence of learning , I would totally like to see different bikes to keep the discovery aspect alive.
This is the best format Taylor....working and talking with a just a bit of timelapse, much more engaging.... Love the build, great stuff, keep going
Not tired at all about the Hondas. They are my favorite 70's Japanese motorcycles. I could watch this channel for hours a day. Very informative and full of passion. Just amazing
I only recently started watching videos on this channel.
But I can say I much rather prefer this video format than timelapses and jump cuts.
Not that there was anything wrong with it. Since you also have a deadline for the project and have lots to do.
But I really like to see how other people work on stuff, that also have a lot more experience than I do.
I vote for this style of video. Talking and some speed ups. Thanks
By far my new favorite channel... Im working by my own on my CB750 and Im learning a lot of you.. thanks.
I personally enjoy this format. Timelapse stuff gets kinda impersonsal and sporadic. It's nice to just hang out for a bit.
This bike looks fantastic love the Chanel you are very talented just enjoy what you are doing please don’t get back into the rat race building your business is more important you are always going to have clients who trust what you do, who really cares if it’s done in 5 days or 7 the end result is actually better than factory. The video format you taking is greatly appreciated and this is what is going to grow your business.
Just make sure you lift with your legs. : ) I'm a Honda owner, so I love the Honda content. I wouldn't mind seeing some more old British bikes though... I'm going to get a 60's Triumph, Norton or BSA for my next bike. Being new to this stuff, your videos on checking ignition timing and valve clearance were both very helpful.
Also would be cool to see a more modern style cafe build. Something with wide race looking tires, upside down forks. A big v twin or dohc 4
I like the mix of time lapse and normal speed with explanations of what you are doing. This makes the videos more personal without giving up the essentials.
Thumbs up for the good job.
Hey man! Hello from Argentina! We are in lock out here due to Rona. I made an habit of watching 1 of your videos every nigth and it has been great to cope with our current situation! You are doing some awesome work and I wanted to say thanks for taking the time to made all this content for us.
Great job Taylor,really enjoying this style of video.you talking to the camera while working make me feel like I'm in the garage with you,I almost offered a hand lifting the engine in🤯.then I remembered there's a few thousand miles and a lot of ocean between us.are well look forward to seeing your next episode 👍👍
I loved the kawi build and the triumph build and all the Honda builds, but I would love to see you do a sportster in this style (brat? scrambler? cafe-ish?) with a frame hoop, bench seat, etc. That would make my day. I personally don't mind when you time lapse or jump cut over something you've already done in detail.
I’m definitely a Honda biker also. Got my first bike last year 81 Honda cm400 custom and its awesome when you explain what your working on so my knowledge of my bike grows. Keep doing what your doing!
Hi. A tip for the dual disc convertion is to use the GL 1000 (Gold Wing) main cyllinder and brake hose splitter. The cylinder is a bit tall but looks classic i think. Great show so keep the good job up. :)
The idea you have for like a gym style motorcycle shop would be so cool! so unique!
Awesome that you took the feedback and made the video better! I think the 40-60 explain-timelapse is a good balance for your content. Maybe even 30-70 where you have videos every day and there is less need to set up the context of the build etc...
Also great to see timelapse from the vaporblaster too!
A DIY garage is what I'm working on now with plans for a future business. Good luck, I'm excited to see how it works out!
Just did the dual conversion on my 750, Godffrey's Garage in Burlington , WI is a good guy to talk to.
love knowing theres an episode coming everyday!
I Imagine Taylor that this is a Hobby that has now become a paid one now.
Im pretty late to the party but enjoy the output from your work.
Ive been a Motor cycle owner since 1975 having a lot of your bikes you have worked on over the years.
Marc in Bletchley Towers
Oh by the way im the present owner on a Honda C125 Supercub brand new after part exchanging a 22 year old Honda NTV 650 with only 12 thousand miles on the clock.
My other bikes are a Suzuki GN250 25 years old with Hundred Thousand miles plus and a Honda CB250 nighthawk also 25 years old but with only nine thousand on the clock.
Ill never know how this channel does not already have 100,000 subs. Good luck with 2020 Taylor.
Just got a 1976 cb550 from my neighbors in october last year, hasnt been registered since 1998 but im working on retitling it and after that its all out, bikes been dropped on both sides (while standing still) so ive got the headlight brackets to straighten out, i will be adding another gound to the light systen as it was parked due to wiring harness melting because the ground went bad on the coils, runs pretty good and carbs are immaculate since it was "winterized" before sitting for over a decade and it has 4 into 2 vintage jardine pipes with no baffles so it sounds as good as it looks (oklahoma bike so little rust and the paint is decent for it being original), your videos helped me adjust the cam chain tension and valves so now it sounds like a sewing machine as opposed to a chainsaw, i am at tech for diesel technician training but my passion is bikes, brand doesent matter because i love all motorcycles whether they are vintage, modern, retro, asian, american or european in origin.
Not to mention i have history on the bike from my dads roommate that cleaned its gummy carbs back in '86 while he was at Vocational school for bikes and powersports, how i found out about the bike was my good friend who is living with his grandparents and his grandmothers late husband had passed on was the previous owner so while his grandma and grandpa (her current husband i believe) is wanting the shed space for material and they had no use for the bike so they let me have it for free in which my buddy, my brother, my dad and I gain enjoyment from the experience and information we learn, from working on it, my dads worked on bikes for most his adult life till me and my brother came around 17 years ago and even though they arent the safest vehicles especially such an old bike for a beginner rider (i have many hours experience with off road and a little experience on road) i think he enjoys me learning on old school cool kinda tech, its quite obvious by now but i like telling me a good story.
I would love to see a 1969/70 stock Honda cb750 converted to a classic hard tail chopper..I remember seeing a lot of them growing up as a kid and thought they were the coolest thing goin... Just a thought !! Keep up the entertaining and informative vids...Big CB750 fan !!
I really like this format, just working and talking. I enjoy going to my friend's shop to talk and learn while I watch him work. Keep it up my friend.
I converted my 1978 550's by finding used 750 Front forks with late model calipers and disks on Ebay and I like the Comstar rims. I also used 750 F swing arms and rear brake set-up. They bolt-up with very little problem.
I like this video style a lot! Also the engine color combo looks great. I wish I would have painted mine when I had it out the frame a couple months ago.
Cheers to you for pursuing your passion, many people wish they followed that dream.
Taylor, I prefer this style of video. That said yesterday’s was good and I totally get that with a goal of a one week build and daily uploads (& editing) you have quite the task on your hands. So honestly, maybe a mix of styles is the way to go?
Carry on the great work and it’s lovely to hear of someone making their dream come true.
The ‘rent a space’ garage is something I have thought of in the past and if the UK wasn’t so far away, I’d be right there buddy 😁
Your a honda guy,stick with it,forget about those non honda people,this is the best channel for honda guys like me,just keep doing it the way you do it and dont worry so much about the comments!thks for carb video!
I appreciate that!
Thing is i love learning from the diy so it doesn't matter how the content comes the onee that get bored i guess are people who already know or think they know just keep doing your thing
Glad you're in a good mood. It always puts me in a good mood when I'm doing something to my bike. I upgraded to Dynatek coils last week. I'm new to this stuff, so I'm learning as I go. I really enjoyed doing the new spark plug wires and everything else that came with the coil swap. It was such a great feeling when the bike fired up and ran like a dream afterward. In this high-tech-short-attention-span world, nothing beats doing some wrenching and actually accomplishing your goal. ALSO....Check out Dunn Lewis in DC, they have a DYI type garage space similar to what you're talking about. It's pretty cool.
Your pacing is great. Best on the net and you can never have too many Honda videos
Many on the SOHC/4 Forum have done the dual front disc brake conversion. Slickest I saw was using a Goldwing brake splitter on the brake lines and a 14mm master cylinder from 4into1. I love the cb500/550 content. I've done two (71 & 78) and probably will do two more. I like the scramblers you've done. Be careful with your back. Stop lifting those engines alone.
The bike's looking great. You may want to investigate Discord as a means to have instant input from viewers/customers. Particularly when thinking about giveaways. Dunno if you're aware of Yammie Noob who's in your general area but after he began using discord his subs started climbing regularly. Lotta guys use Patreon as did Yam, but he set-up his own web page to cut out a lotta middle-man bs. Btw, it's great to see someone of a younger generation showing these (now antique) bikes some love. My newest bike is a '92 GSX1100F. My others are 42-43 yr old KZ 900-1000. On the brakes I've used stainless wrapped teflon lines, and a Y split for duals as well as two separate lines direct from the master cylinder (both stock). Upgraded masters really only become necessary on bikes capable of race speeds (150 and greater mph) where fade becomes an issue.
You should get some copper plumbing pipe insulators to protect the frame from scratching, they're cheap and they'll slide right on and off. Can use them hundreds of times.
We used to do the double disc conversions on CB 750’s back in the ‘70’s. We had to use CR-750 (factory Daytona racer) master cylinders. What would be cool would be for you to drill lightening holes in the discs. I had that set-up on my CB-750 K3 back in the mid-70’s.
Wow, I’d assumed you used to work as a mechanic and decided to setup on your own. Now I’m even more impressed.
Love Hondas so excited to see all the builds. Keep up all the hord work.
Awesome video! Love this style. Love the Honda content as well.
Lot of work done, lots to do.
Enjoying the build.
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I like this style more as it has more detail and less leaping from start to finish as if by magic. The caliper is a good example, seeing the mess it was in and then ready to rebuild is cool although seeing the cleaning process itself would be interesting. I hope you show the caliper rebuild fully.
I'd love to see an engine rebuild!
Love the channel!!!
Cheers from Greenland :)
Hai Taylor.. I'm from Brunei Darussalam.. I love all your videos.. I first watch your video since you build your honda cb550 brat, then tracker, triumph, gives away your car, kawasaki kz750 scrambler and all your restoration honda.. Love it!! Keep it up..
Hi Ty , it’s starting to take shape alright, and the black and silver combo looks fantastic,just right. Can’t wait for the next instalment.
I've said it before and I'll say it again: you are on the right track to be an awesome channel. I've never seen such a fast bike build. Sure it helps you have an awesome shop and lots of spare parts but the knowledge and project management abilities is what makes it. 100k subs is gonna be easy if you keep this much quality content up! Cheers!
Your videos keep getting better! I like the blend of time lapse and explanations. Really nice to see your work either way! You are doing a fantastic job so stay confident.👍
i enjoy the actual speed builds, rather than nitro speed. a: i get to actually see more of what you're doing, and more importantly, how you're doing it. i've been working on things with engines for 40 years, but i'm always open to the opportunity of learning something new. and b: it makes for a longer vid, so i have less time scouring youtube for something enjoyable, educational and entertaining to watch.
I just picked up 2 bikes for free. One of them being this bike almost in the same condition. Looking forward to learning all i can. New sub here.
Taylor, 15:33 stock master cylinder is fine for a dual brake system. I have a 77 Super Sport and it has a dual front brake system.
Great build so far, the engine with brushed alloy sections and black paint looks superb. Your idea about a bike garage offering DIY + rental equipment + professional advice + some "full service" sounds great.
I recently discovered your channel, and greatly appreciate and enjoy your very informative and useful videos. Keep 'em coming !
You have one of the best motorcycle build channels out there. You can get that 100k this year keep at it.
Hey man, great work. I’ve done a GSX R fork conversion on a 71 cb500. I used a front conversion hub from a company called Cognito Moto. They make all their own conversion parts for Honda Suzuki and some BMW bikes. I’m currently working on a 76 BMW R90/6.
You're a lucky man, and very knowledgeable of course! Can really relate to the career decision. I'd love to work with bikes day in, day out. Wicked!
I am in love! The beefy tires and the black with metal color on the bike is so appealing to me. I am looking forward to seeing the tank color and if there are small splashes of the color other places on the bike. Very inspiring!
This style of video is the way to go, love to see more how you do and make things.
Love your channel, keep it up...
Greetings from Sweden.
The bike is so far looking awesome. Love the engine colors.
You could try sanding the head fin edges back to aluminum....
I'd like to see a BMW build if that's something you get the opportunity to do! Love these bikes and I'm super curious to see how they are to work on!
Love this style of video rather than the other ones in this series. This one seems to teach me more and is more engaging and it's a lot of fun listening to you talk about the builds, etc. and your future thoughts and ambitions for your channel! Keep up the great work! Really enjoyable content!
awesome awesome awesome. i prefer this style video.
I’m starting an 81 Yami 650 Maxim Hopefully I’ll have it done in time to ride it to the Harvest Classic in Luckenbach in October. Maybe see you there.
All about the learning for me.....save every tutorial to use as a step by step for when I do work....your carb video is as good as it gets
The build is coming along very nicely.
Yes I do like this video style, understand it requires much more effort on your part but very appreciated
Like to see you do a CX build
Awesome content! This helps with little details you only learn by doing it before, it’s like being with you learning hands on, the info is priceless! I would love to see more content with how to’s. You explain everything in ways that make sense unlike most videos on youtube
I live in San Antonio. Have a 75 CB550F. Have worked on it quite a bit but reached the limit if my experience. Would love your input if possible.
As far as a DIY shop, lots of issues with risk and liability. So insurance and liability contracts would be needed. As far as a bike give away, i think you have to have a way for entries to be free but can give away entries with purchases. Not too sure but yeah, some red tape.
I would love to work a bike shop but my knowledge is experience based and not professional. But as an IT guy with a lot of skills, i could see myself doing it as a passion.
The videos I like are where the repetitive parts are time lapse such as remove multiple screws etc. However, it also nice to see a close up detail view when it comes to troubleshooting or how you like to gap valves or what not.
Also mentioning common issues and how to maybe fix them like a squeaky front break that just wont stop or an idle that just wont stay put after rebuilding a carb etc.
But i like your channel and recomend it to other bikers, especially Honda riders.
I am at the point where my issue is taking a lot of time to figure out and would just like to know how i get in line to have you check my bike out and more or less the cost. I live in San Antonio off 281 North and would love to ride it up there and get a few tips or pay for some solid work. Im at the point where i may just sell it but i hate to do that after so much work.
Also, i know a advert company here called Redsmith my girl works at. If you need some posters, car wraps, motorcycle wraps done for your biz, i can probably find out some info. They did some Harley stuff.
There a lot of ways to network and I know San Antonio need good classic bike help. I reached out to a few here and zero response from some.
Try putting a grease nipple onto the caliper and pump grease using the grease gun in to force the caliper piston out. . Grease is easily cleaned out of the piston housing.
New to your channel, like your style of presentation...Relaxed and informative. Always a scary moment fitting the motor in a freshly painted frame, I securely prop the motor on it's side, and lift and fit the fully stripped frame hoop over it. A 150 pound motor is quite struggle on your own when your past 60..
Put together day! *edit 1 at the 12ish min mark: I completely agree with the business sense of continuing Hondas. They also just work and the following is very much a cult level. You're doing what you love, so keep it up. Edit 2 at about 20 mins: mix has been good for just an overall updates. Time-lapse of all of it is a good format with the cutins of explanation. Idea for another build is a late model build, like something from the 90s to early 2k? *final edit: looking fantastic! Another thought for a build could be an early to mid 80s CB650sc build, like a blackout or, for something I've never seen before, a whiteout. Keep it up!
Todays episode was a great mix of work , chatter and time lapse, well done. The bike is looking great.
Great work. The time lapses are cool (definitely keep incorporating those) and I like the idea of mixing in more talking-while-working (1st person hanging out with Mustie1) style segments. Even if you didn't have the segment planned out and set up to go smoothly, it is fun to share that 'Hmmm' moment when something doesn't go quite right. Especially when the mechanic goes with what you were thinking and the viewer is all like 'yep, great minds think alike.'
I live in Austin and definitely would consider a shop and tool sharing thing if I was restoring a vintage bike, could have used that 5 years ago when I was redoing a CB750. Or if you expand into high tech bikes, tuning fuel injection ECUs and whatnot, perhaps someday we can work on my speed triple.
Great videos Taylor. Think a good balance between time-lapse and interactive. I might personally prefer more time-lapse due to condensed content. Idea of club membership is really different and worth exploring. where builders can benefit from having specialized equipment...once again more content and enabling weekend builders to showcase their creativity and enthusiasm...it will make for great watching.
This is great, keep up the consistent uploads for sure, maybe not daily but updates every few days for sure 👍🏻
Looks great couldn't ask for more in 4 days!!!
Like this style - we're here for the content. And...if Honda's float your boat keep with the Hondas, it's your channel (a dirt bike like an XR400 would be interesting)!
Another way to get pistons out is with a grease gun, but you need a suitable screw in grease nipple for the banjo bolt hole. Shifts just about any stuck in brake piston and here they do get really corroded in.
Awesome work man gave me the guts to start building bikes myself. Keep it up dude!!!
Looks great glad you left some siver on the motor.
Great video. Compressed air pops those brake caliper pistons straight away in seconds. Filing the engine fins on the head would also be a great contrast(think Triumph speedmaster, Kawasaki z1.
Taylor, your ' living the dream ' brother, good on ya mate.
Hi taylor love your channel your a very talented individual.i think if you sanded the edges of the engine fins down it would compliment the silver highlights.i am also really digging this style of filming.cheers.
Love the longer/how to format. I’m currently building a Honda cb550, couldn’t have done it without all of your great content.
I have 2 bikes. One is a 250 Cafe Racer modeled from the Honda Rebel 250. The other is a Rebel 500 that I am adding my own touches to it.
Really like the format of this video!