We Bought a Neglected 1986 Honda ATC250 “Big Red” | Reviving a Legendary 3 Wheeler
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- Опубликовано: 2 окт 2024
- The Honda ATC250ES was the top of the line utility 3 wheeler, before they ceased sales in 1987. The ATC 250 ES also known as the "Big Red" featured a 250cc four stroke engine with a five speed transmission. It has both electric and kick start, full suspension, shaft drive, and more very thoughtful features. We bought this neglected Honda Big Red after it had been sitting for 5 years, and we return it to service!
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If you buy a pressure washer for Ike, you'd probably save some money on shop towels.
Meh..
No, they like scratching the surface.
@@Buck1954 its a big red do you really think the plastics are not already scratched to fuck from driving in mud and forests?
I was yelling it has kick start and the back flips up the whole time they had no idea lol
Same here lol
Yep same here lol.
Yep lol i said its kick start then i saw yalls comment
100%
Yep same
I grew up on my grandpa's farm and I rode this exact model for years around the farm doing chores, hunting, and working. Ngl I really want this exact 3wheeler. Relive some of the good ole days and ride again.
The Stock yamaha blaster 200 and the big red are neck and neck for top speed. My cousin and I tested this. 😅
I bought a 1981 Honda 185s two Christmas’s ago. I got a new cbr1000rr the august before that, and my three boys were wanting something to ride. I paid $250 for it, because they couldn’t keep it running. I got it home, pulled the amazon carb, and the clip came off the main needle. It had fallen in the main jet, and wouldn’t let fuel through. I wrapped a wire around the needle where the clip would go, and put it back together. It started right up, and hasn’t stopped since. lol. You literally can’t kill it. I had to unfu€k a lot of stuff they messed up doing terrible repairs, but the thing is a beast. I’ve only upped it once. 😂
I grew up on 3 wheelers 250x, 200 m, and a 250 big red exactly like this 1 and could ride the piss out of all of em, people riding them with no common sense caused them to stop making them, all you had to do is remember no matter which way you’re going, always lean up hill and into the turns and never any problems, you got a steal on this gem at $1200, id buy them in that shape all day long at that price 👍🏼
I had a 77 atc 90 and I loved it now I have a 2005 Polaris predator 90 and I love it
That's my childhood right there boys. Treat it well.
Cool little revival, John in the mud hole you got to give it gas going in you can't walk it in and then expect it not to spin that rhymed. Drag race get your weight on them back tires just before you start wheeling get that traction rolling. Very entertaining watching you guys rebuild that stuff keep it up. Remember you have a throttle and a clutch The clutch is your best friend.
Three wheelers have all the disadvantages of a wide body. They quit making three wheelers for a reason never ridden one Don't want to they would be fun to tool around on so is a trail you guys need to hook up with Cletus McFarland and go to some of their races down there you guys would fit in very well.
Junkyard digs Kevin would be proud
I agree 😂
I had a 1980 3 wheeler and we went anywhere we wanted to even across shallow pond’s lol I got so good riding it I could ride a wheelie up to the back of my truck and set the front wheel onto my tailgate. Yall are bringing back good memories for me thank you guys for that.
Apparently John has never ran over his own leg,or ankle on an atc before,or rolled one making a turn at speed when the front tire catches a rut,nor has he flipped one over backwards climbing a hill 😆 I grew up in the 70s and we wore out a lot of atcs,and then atvs as well as big wheels,fat cats,trail 90s,etc and the atcs are fun as one can ride on 2 wheels,and they get unstuck easier,plus can go pretty much anywhere an atv can with the right rider..
I grew up with Honda three wheelers love to see people keeping them alive. Keep up the good work.
Old Honda 3 wheeler will take you into the woods and will always bring you back.
JUST DONT GO UP THOSE "PIPELINE" HILLS UNDER THOSE HUGE POWER LINES...IT COMES DOWN A LOT QUICKER THAN IT GOES UP...HAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHA....
Always
Yea until it flips and lands on top of u and drags u 100 yards down a hill riding on ur back while u slide on ur belly lol true story happen to me loved my 84 250 but I sold it the next day didn't wanna have anything worse happen and my kids loose their dad but I will say outside of the roll over hazard the 3 wheeler was far superior on ruff trails just hard going down hill I miss it but I also like being able to live better
Yea until it flips and lands on top of u and drags u 100 yards down a hill riding on ur back while u slide on ur belly lol true story happen to me loved my 84 250 but I sold it the next day didn't wanna have anything worse happen and my kids loose their dad but I will say outside of the roll over hazard the 3 wheeler was far superior on ruff trails just hard going down hill I miss it but I also like being able to live better
@@Not_ur_typical_millennial MY DAD WAS DRAGGING US BEHIND ONE ON A GARBAGE CAN LID DURING A SNOW IN 89. I FLIPPED OFF THE LID HE MADE A TURN AND HUGGED A TREE AND IT KEPT GOING...BUMPED INTO THE HOSE AS IT LOST MOMENTUM...HE SOLD IT AFTER THAT..
I knew a couple of Firemen from OKC. I lived 4 miles from the "Little Sahara State Park" and they were there any time their days off were during the week. They raced a 56 F100 weekends but did buggies and bikes when they had days off M-F. They bought an ATC 90 that was pretty worn and proceeded to finish it off. Then installed a 175 Yamaha with 6 speed in it and it would scream but also had a lot of low end torque. One of their favorite games was to double up on it and each hold a beer while wheelieing to determine when it was time to swap places. They were a lot of fun to watch. And party with.
It always cracks me up. John gets so excited when they start up.
Oil doesn't break down just sitting and after riding a 3 Wheeler in the 70s and 80s I love quads
I fell in love with these after seeing them featured in the “In A Big Country” music video.
The headlight doubles as a work light. Cool feature
When you mentioned that it was one of the best 3 wheelers ever...It brought back a great memory . My neighbor got one of the baddest 3 wheeler I had ever seen. It was called DuneCycle. It had a 30 hp Rockwell twin 2 stroke in it. That thing scared the crap out of me. (Granted I WAS only 15) The first thing I had to do was crack that throttle wide open (just gotta to see what that baby will do) It pulled me back in that seat like nothing I've ever experienced. Almost pulled my hands off the grips. I'm 66 now and I still remember that feeling. Again...I was only 15. Probably wasn't Super Fast But back then...It sure seemed like it. My neighbor said they come with a 15 or a 30 hp Rockwell engines He chose the 30 hp not the Briggs and Stratton. Just an idea for your next project. There's also a Trisport Z340cc that's street legal which is supposed to be very fast also. I think one of these would be a good project (If they're in your price range). There's a Dune Cat 4 wheeler. Man I loved the 70's. All kinds of dangerous vehicles were made back then. Any body have one of these or agree about the crazy the 70's vehicles were?
My first machine was an 85 200 M, loved that machine!! IMO they were dangerous when ridden irresponsibly but if you respect. 3 wheeler it will take you anywhere you want to go. Great buy guys!
Ive owned every type of 3 wheeler 185 and up and every year big red, the best. 3 wheelers are not even close to a 4 wheeler. When Honda came out with the 4 wheeler it was bad but they improved allot. One of the best was the 300 4X4. rode good, steered good and almost bullet proof like Hondas are.
Glad to see you fellas enjoying your dreams. You deserve all the success you want.
I'm old enough to remember my friends getting hurt on 3 wheelers. Neighbor gave me one and I asked why. "Don't want another of my kids getting busted up". I believe they were legislated off the road in many if not all states.
Our neighbor was k'lled by one in the 90s.
Handlebar impalment.😥
Wasn’t legislated. It’s was an agreement to stop producing them. Guys are making trike kits for newer dirt bikes and they are fast. If you like trikes you have to see the kits. Amazing
@@robertletkeman790 BVC Trikes are nuts
Lots of old guys watching the younger generation. love it
Yeah, Ryan at FortNine has a really good video on why 3 wheelers aren’t a thing anymore and it comes down to these trikes needing a “when in doubt throttle out” mentality along with the ability to hang off the sides of it to keep it level in turns. Both things people don’t think about when you’re sitting on a level platform like a car does.
Friggin love 3 wheelers. I’m 23 and just got into them last year. I only own 2 right now but that’s gone change! I’ve got a 200X and 200es big red
I have a 250es I'd be willing to sell
@@tristanalleman5015 price and approximate location?
I’m with John. 3-wheelers are superior.
I’ve had an ‘85 Kawasaki 110 since new (best birthday present ever!).
Also have an ‘85 200X, I love these things.
Most injuries were due to inexperienced riders who tried to ride them like a bike (don’t put your foot down!) and/or didn’t understand how to stay balanced while cornering.
Nothing corners or wheelies like a trike!
Keep ‘em comin’
Had a 200X once. Total blast to ride!
I think you're right John I grew up on a Yamaha 225dx on my grandfather's farm. It outperformed all the other forms four-wheelers and all of their Honda 3 wheelers. Thanks for the videos
Yes! Another Honda Big Red vid 🎉
i remember using those things on the ranch while in college. they were a life saver repairing fence.
You should for sure do a restoration on this beautiful machine!
Bah. Just ride and enjoy it. They dont need to impress anyone else with it.
@@JeffKopis yeah.
The number of injuries is what I recall about their demise. I had a real tall friend in high school, and he tended to run over his legs a lot--never really got hurt bad, just had to look for help a lot!
You need junkyard Digs Kevin to make a lap on it.
The problem with 3 wheelers was just when folks started to race them and use them for things other than what they were built for. They are made to be a slow moving and turning work horse, not a fast ripping race machine. It was when the racing models came out and when kids would ride them wide open that all the flipping over/high siding happened.
1 view in 35 seconds? Ugh
it be like that sometimes🎉🎉🎉😂😂😂
Takes 30 seconds for a view to count
For some odd reason I can't leave a comment I can only reply why is that ? Now that being said guess who's got a 250R three-wheeler John get in touch with me Motors in excellent shape just needs work on the rest you know you're basic carburetor cables brakes so get in touch with me if you happen to see this 😇✝️🙏❤️🇺🇲💯👍
When I was a kid my dad had one of these, it wasn't electric only, under the the right side panel there was a hidden kick starter just in case, also the headlight detached and had a long cord to be used like a work light...a few hidden features on the 250es.
It’s really cool and I love them, however there is no possible scenario where a 3 wheeler is better than a 4x4.
the rolling over scenario comes to mind. 😆 and i say this from experience.
I had 1984 es and I loved it. I regret getting rid of it, having said that 3 wheels don't compare to 4.
The front headlight lifts off and has a huge cord so you can use it like a spotlight... It also has a power outlet right next to the headlight
Honda ATC 3 wheelers rule!!! I have a 125ATC and may never sell it just because they are fun and getting more expensive all the time.
You guys need to look up the type 2 honda was the first actual 4 wheeler and it was a three wheeler frame with a very new 4 wheeler front end on it !!!! Had a big storage tank on thr back like a lawn mower bag!!! Iv had a few of em had a 86 es that had the work light, and pull start with electric start, and hitch had a small utility box in the plastics just sold it last yr for 1,000$
I grew up riding and mowing the yards at my uncle's farm with one of these. I also accidentally made one fly upside down...😂
Im a 90s kids and have had 6 3 wheelers still have 3 of them, 1981 Honda 250R 1985 Honda 250SX and a 1986 Honda 350X
i think the hot take is true. it takes a more skilled rider to ride a 3 wheeler than a 4 wheeler any day along with you can go so many more place and can even keep up with a dirtbike as long as your a skilled enough rider.
You guys have so much fun I miss that for me.
3 wheelers are the best... so much better the 4... sadly most people did not know how the lean into turns and slide it around so after many broken necks and lawsuits the 4 wheeler was born....
Had a morter rack (pyrotecnic) on my deck for a few days. Found them half full of deer corn and acorns when I went to retrieve 'em.
Remember to use SJ 10w40 motorcycle oil. That’s one hell of a barn find. Too bad they stopped making them because safety issues which really wasn’t a problem
Of course we want to see the Razor video!!! 👍
I say out of the top atc's big red's are the best. The headlight will detach and it has a cord to it where you can use it as a spotlight also
i grew up around 3 wheelers but they do tip easier than a 4 wheeler. if you come far enough to one side you can move fast around turns.
I had a 78 110 three wheeler. I loved that thing
I have a 1986 Honda Trx 250 I absolutely love it
I rode one when i was young, you had to use common sense when you rode them. People can hurt themselves on anything if your careless.
I have the exact same three wheeler! Love it ride it every other day
It also has kick start on the right side. I have had one for 10 years.
3 wheelers are awesome. 3 or 4 they both have their attributes and it comes down to personal preference, I prefer 3 wheelers but I sold my last one a 86 350x (the goat) 22 years ago, and I've had a hopped up raptor 660. I gave up on 350x's when the prices went through the roof. I still have a 82 big red that the engine was stolen. The 87 big reds are awesome, actually pretty powerful for a 250, they are total wheelie machines not as good as an 86 350x but there good. (The 85 350x have an oiling issue during long duration wheelies) 84 200es big reds are sweet they have shaft, reverse and the legendary Honda 200 2v SOHC but it has high and low range!! but no rear suspension. The 250 is a big piggy and does not have high /low range if it did it would be perfect. My old 200 big red I could do ultra slow putt putt wheelies all over up hills wherever as long as I wanted to and my 86 350x had such a wide center of balance I could pop it in a wheelie and just keep it there as long as i wanted and going down the road i could pop the front up going 40-45mph and cruise with traffic in a wheelie indefinitely and I did several times, also leave the tires low and you can lean and go around corners in a wheelie. It just reacted slow start to go down little more throttle start to go back let off until it went back to perfect. And this is the machine not some stuntman skills because even after having that raptor for 17 years I still can't ride out wheelies with that thing for shit, Everytime I do it ends up on the grab bar because the throttle response is so abrupt for me to control in a wheelie, it's effortless to pull the tires but keeping them there is the trick, but it is modded some too it has a hot cam, big guns headpipe and R4 silencer Dyno jet kit and box mods with a k&n. The fastest thing ever? no but it really hauls the mail...it also has 18" rear and 20" front MX style tires and +3 teeth on rear and -1 on the front so it's mega snappy but it's on the chip at around 60 mph now, but mylanta it gets there quick and really violent in the lower gears.
Three-wheelers a badass I have a 1985 200x Honda
seal all works great on gas tanks and much more it's like clue and takes time to cure but it's great stuff
The big red was an awesome tool but if you wanted a toy that would have been my next door neighbors ATC 250R that thing was a beast
I miss my old 3 wheelers. I had 2 honda 200's. Wish I never sold them.
Growing up riding both 3-wheelers and later the 4-wheelers, the 4-wheelers are definitely superior in every way.
Your "stall" device is the clutch and if you do that very often you will blow the gearbox out of it... ask me how I know.
You can see the kickstarter when he pulls the seat off lol.
MAKE SURE YOU CHECK THAT DIFFERENTIAL FLUID!!! I BLEW MINE UP AFTER IT SAT FOR A LONG TIME!
A guy I work with sold his (that his family bought new) about 3 weeks ago. I thought maybe this was his until the price was mentioned. Sold it for 800. The guy that got it drove 6 hours to get it.
And also it has a Kickstart you have to remove the right plastick.... All right now I'm watching it a little bit later and I finally found out how to do stuff
I'm very surprised these people don't know a lot about three-wheelers and how old they are the two rear fenders they fold up you have to release two bolts
I'm sitting over here screaming pull the side panel off lol Wow can't believe Isaac didn't know it had a kick start , John is understandable he don't know much lol
That's an old school kinda cool. But the air filter on the flathead I got at Pate was slightly worse, it felt like crafting foam and was in chunks...😂
Now we need a 3-wheeler obstacle course race vs. Junkyard Digs and others.
I just got an 200 atc for free i can't wait to get it running
3 wheelers are Great. i have a yamaha YTM 200e love it!!
Definitely do a video on the rzr
You guys are learning my language! ATC’s forever! Woohoo!
Thats what i grue up on as i i got older and loved them and was stupid on them also
You guys found a gem! That is pretty complete. The right side cover alone is rare and probably worth a few hundred bucks. Take care of 'Dr. Btw, #RealMenRideThreeWheelers !
Let's see what you guys can do with the razor, it's got potential
Hey mr. Knows everything, the oil level would have been perfect if you didnt screw in the dip stick! You dont screw it in to check the level.
Long live the Big Reds.
I got a 1986 ATC 125M and it has a baaaaad tank. Tried to weld it back but it kept burning through because of how thin the metal got. Tried to find a replacement tank they don't make one for it. Gonna modify a different tank to fit
Definitely need more on the Rzr!
That razor has "Daisy Duke" steering lol Watch a clip of her driving in any episode to understand my joke.
Bro you're breathing so hard in this one, easy on the redbul my man.
Should try changing the fuel pump on that Polaris side by side because my ATV done the same thing
I got a 1984 200x 3 wheeler and I’m 23 years old I prefer a atc before a atc any day
2:12 it should have a kick starter behind the cover I believe on the right side of the engine
Do the Razor for sure guys!
The switch on the gas cap that says on and off has to be switched to on to run. If it’s off it will eventually cut off and won’t run again until you switch it back to on on the gas cap.
it prooved its worthy of new parts. new tank...
The 250 big red takes some more practice to get faster on a rear tire change would help on the grand prix but when mudding 2nd or 3rd is the way to go
3w are awesome. If you have ridden one, you know, but most have not. Its just as safe as any other machine you can operate. Just don't be a dimwhit and you'll be fine.
i wanted to see the rzr in high range vs the big red! i think there needs to be a rematch there, because the rzr should put the hurt on the big red!
I helped build a house for the guy who was paralyzed neck down riding a Honda 3 wheeler. His lawsuit is the reason everybody stopped making them.
What an A-Hole
Check behind the right side cover plastic it should have a kick start
I was given one of those but the 200cc version.
The guy who gave it to me was so concerned about my safety has it had rolled and nearly killed him. I had my fair share of close calls, was half the fun 😜 it was nothing to get it up on two wheels.
Awesome video as always gentlemen! Where’s Charles?
ATC 350X would be a nice find aswell!
Correct me if I'm wrong Ike but don't the motorcycle manufacturers recommend checking the fluid level with the stick sitting on the threads loose rather than screwed in?
I like what you guys are doing. It really inspires me, what you guys do I am 60 years old this year unfortunately. I've been watching your videos for the last 8 years I can think of. I enjoy watching you guys building engines making a run and all that stuff there blowing them up and or reckon them. Sorry Isaac you have a lot of problems of damaging carts. I learned a lot of watching you guys build stage 1 stage 2 and stage 3 motors, unfortunately I cannot afford doing that. I have a 1970 golf cart I would love to put a predator twin cylinder in it. My question is what would I do with the 215 Honda motor in it? Maybe you can elaborate later on.
I grew up in lumberton, N.C. in the 80s. My uncle died on one of those. He was not wearing a helmet .
Great video, please fix up and build that RZR 800.
Yes, do a video on the side x side
I'd love to see a video on that Polaris.