Building a 45 Year Old Honda z50 Mini Bike

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Жыл бұрын

This 1977 Honda z50 won't run. I rebuild the whole engine on it. #45years, #z50, #1977,
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@UnrealVideoDuke Жыл бұрын

Tail light looks like it is upside down. The clear part is supposed to face down to illuminate the license plate. Good rebuild. Classic!

@seansemsar8059 Жыл бұрын

I do agree with you there

@mikes1097 Жыл бұрын

you are correct

@dianemmonson8446 Жыл бұрын

@@mikes1097I have a 1977 z50 honda that dis not run can you please halp me

@milehigh61 Жыл бұрын

The headlight lense looks crooked also but hey, the rebuild was awesome

@tracysellman1562 5 ай бұрын

The tail light is upside down. The clear spot is supposed to go down it reflects off the chrome fender and lights up the license plate. God forbid you get pulled over on this speed demon and the Police can't read the plate. lol I had 3 of these, the 50cc the 70cc and the 90cc 1974-77 Joe, that was funny Jaden was doing the walk of shame up the driveway, She is going to kill you! lol :)

@itsmephil2255 Жыл бұрын

As much as the engine build was awesome.. Jade trying to ride the bike was hilarious in a good way 😆

@murrayminimotors1674 Жыл бұрын

This was my first dirt bike I was four!! Now I'm 40!! Bringing back memories thanks!

@badavis84 Жыл бұрын

this was my first bike too!! i wish i still had it.

@airadaimagery692 Жыл бұрын

My neighbor had this bike, and I had the Elsinore 50. I would smoke him, but they were both fun as heck to ride!

@kennythomas9066 Жыл бұрын

Wow that was my very 1st dirt bike also. Mine was a 1970 and had only front shocks. I was 11 yes old. I rode the wheels off that thing. And it brings back a ton of memories. I especially remember having to share it with my 5 year yonger little brother. It was a blast for years.

@kennythomas9066 Жыл бұрын

I watch your Chanel a lot. Find myself wanting to reach in and give a helping hand but that be a long reach as I'm in Florida. So I go back out in my shop work on stuff I have collected from here. Now I just finished re-doing the top end on a 03 kfx 400 I recently aquired.acquired. I really enjoy it.

@uulee5041 Жыл бұрын

here in finland this was my first street bike

@coloradodirtbike5930 Жыл бұрын

that's a really nice bike and looks excellent shape for the year.

@kodibox2501 Жыл бұрын

Cool bike the Z50, I think you put the rear light on upside down and the headlight needs the lens lining up too apart from that a great job putting it back on the 'road' , keep up the great work 👍😎

@leebenson4874 Жыл бұрын

You must be so thrilled to be a winner!!! LOL

@kodibox2501 Жыл бұрын

@@leebenson4874 yeah I must be lucky I keep winning all the time 😀

@kodibox2501 Жыл бұрын

@@leebenson4874 shame its a con!

@Ypn_m5 Жыл бұрын

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@upperroomtoo Жыл бұрын

Good to see I'm not the only one who gets my silicone form the side of the tube. Lol

@philanders3705 10 ай бұрын

The first dirt bike I ever rode was a 1977 z50! My friend, Blair, who only came around every other weekend to visit his dad, had one, and we'd ride it up and down the driveway for hours. It sparked a love affair with bikes that still persists to this day over 40 years later. 🥰

@mrsamick24 Жыл бұрын

the hell with that break-in period on that new top end. rev the hell outa it. lol

@alexmacdonald258 4 ай бұрын

It has such a cute little piston, I could use it as a keychain for my Himalayan! Classic little bike, a true vintage machine

@donspringer8222 Жыл бұрын

Huge credit to your wife for trying. The Z50 was the cool thing to have when I was a kid. Great video and keep up the good work. You're giving me incentive to get back to work on my 65 Honda 305 Dream.

@jaredmcquiniff5362 Жыл бұрын

Don’t be embarrassed Jade! Riding is a learning process, especially those little bitty mini bikes. Awesome stuff

@rez372 Жыл бұрын

that really made me smile :)

@allabychiro4202 Жыл бұрын

Great video, the whole Jade sequence was hilarious! I think we have all been in that situation...keep up the great vids, greatly appreciate them!

@ihateandreykrasnokutsky 2 ай бұрын

I'm learning motorcycles' workings, so such videos are very helpful for me. Many things I see here are totally new for me.

@craigmorgan4676 Жыл бұрын

Joe u find some very rare stuff and this is rare!Looking forward to u tackling this!👍👌👊👊👊

@stevewoods7237 Жыл бұрын

I learned to ride on one of these when I was 4 or 5. My grandfather kept it well into my late teens and I road it on occasion just for kicks. Defiantly brings back great memories!! R.I.P grandpa

@leebenson4874 Жыл бұрын

Wow You won LOL

@djkrafty03 Жыл бұрын

I love all your work on these bikes man, you're really good at all of what you're doing, and you've provided hours of entertainment to me and a better understanding of all things mechanical with all your different projects, but I've got to be honest with you. You're wife has been absolutely freaking adorable in this video. You guys are beyond cute.

@vincemarshall9520 Жыл бұрын

Thats was very funny

@MrAcoustic09 Жыл бұрын

Love these little bikes think the back light is on upside down it's clear at the bottom to illuminate a registration plate if it's road legal love your content 👌

@kernelbadness Жыл бұрын

Real cool little Honda. Grew up riding these with friends. Good job bringing her back. One suggestion, use the oem carb if they have it.

@callmecardo916 Жыл бұрын

Pretty cool little bike really like how clean it is Nice work👍🏼👍🏼

@sandmanbub Жыл бұрын

I had one of those. My Honda Z50A was blue with the chrome fenders. Gave it to my sister when I got a Yamaha DT360. Was stolen twice. Got it back the first time, but no luck the second. Was a fun bike. I had friends that had Trail Hoppers, YZ80's and XR75s and we used to ride around the neighborhood at night, trying not to be seen by the police. I have a lot of fond memories of those days. Honda sold them with 2 different carb. slides and also a restrictor plate in the exhaust system. The plate was removed and the better slide installed for better performance. Whoop!

@kellyballard1773 Жыл бұрын

I started riding on a 1968 or 69 hardtail z50 that was burgundy and silver. I honestly was no more than 3 yo. Believe it or not but it's true. I'm now 54. I would love to have it back. Unlike some people, I'm not going to pick your work. You do a good job and I hope that you are making a living working on motorcycles. Great job and keep finding the old ones.

@Nebula-rx7bj Жыл бұрын

never a boring bike 👍 keep up the good content

@user-fi3fx5my2s 4 ай бұрын

Love rebuilding the old monkey bikes, always a ton of family history attached to them. Done several, lot of fun to fix. Did one in January for an old farmer down the road, finished it up, he and his grandson came to pick it up. When it fired up, he was very emotional. Grandson rode it home. See him about every weekend out riding it at his place. Warms the heart...

@Unemployed_Jedi Жыл бұрын

Is the backlight on upside down?

@eileenheitman4351 Жыл бұрын

I’ve seen, in the aftermarket, a 75 cc engine with a 4 speed for $300 or so. It’s bolt in. The after market parts availability is huge. You could build one completely with all aftermarket parts. I gave mine to my grandson. He loves it. We talk about blasting it apart and restoring but have yet to do it. I ride a 2005 V-max. Quite a contrast. Fun. Dave in Omaha

@kills4fun758 Жыл бұрын

My friends little brother used to have one of these so much fun we'd leave our big bike to play on them.I guess just like they do know with the pit bikes,not sure what it is about little bikes but man they are fun another great video Joe keep them coming please.

@riley_swan Жыл бұрын

Nice this is gonna be a good one! Love the channel

@jasonurban3597 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video I was just telling my dad how I watch all your videos in about little Vinny I didn't realize you were married now we get to see the misses lol awesome video as always brother you demand I appreciate your videos

@joemusicman64 Жыл бұрын

I agree with other poster. It's down on power. Even though it's a 50 it should have reved up more. Nice vid. I would have given an arm to have one of these as a kid.

@anthonyblacker8471 Жыл бұрын

Awh Joe you guys are the BEST little family!!

@peteraitken6494 Жыл бұрын

Cool little bike joe don’t think jade was impressed mate lol little George is defo a mummies boy vinny is just mental hahaha take care mate 🔧🔧🔧👍👌

@russellgilson4072 5 ай бұрын

I got a Z50 the first year Honda brought this bike to market I believe 1968. Rode the tires literally right off the rims, fine piece of engineering that even a teenager couldn't wear out!

@joemusicman64 Жыл бұрын

Always cool to see the wife and the puppies. Family.

@robinbrowne5419 Жыл бұрын

Cool little bike 👍 And the pups look like they're doing great too :-)

@austinl.2703 Жыл бұрын

I just started my 78 z50 today. It's been in the garage for 23 years. I added an electronic ignition and new carb. *IT LIVES !* The tires are cracked but the headlight works.

@casperse15184 Жыл бұрын

What ignition and carb did you use? I've got a 78 that I want to get running but the carb is missing pieces

@solarneptune7342 Жыл бұрын

I love these videos!

@joshbannon8989 Жыл бұрын

Might help to go a bit bigger on the main due to the pod filter. Well done Joe.

@DJswope73 Жыл бұрын

I'd love to find one of these or a little atc70. Good content as always man, keep up the good work.

@neutonrenda2303 10 ай бұрын

Love the banter/ teasing, very funny.👍

@MrCelticatheart Жыл бұрын

Oh nooooo Jade's walk of shame! hahaha Joe this looks bad on you that you didn't take time to show her how to ride one of those. pretty funny I enjoyed it.

@myguitaryourface5160 Жыл бұрын

I learned how to ride when I was 6 years old and it was a 70s model painted like a Harley Davidson in blue metal flake,and also owned a orange and black 79 z50,also learned how to do a rebuild on it too,seeing this makes it feel like it was yesterday

@grahamwatts8836 Жыл бұрын

My first bike (at only 6 year old) was a Honda 1972 mini trail 50 previous model to the Honda Z50 (without rear suspension) great bike, then got a Yamaha 1979 YZ80F great experience growing up👍👍👍👍

@Ypn_m5 Жыл бұрын

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@benschlack5814 Жыл бұрын

Pretty sure the clear part of the tail light faces down as a plate light

@user-fi3fx5my2s 4 ай бұрын

Great vid, excellent job again. Probably made someone's kids day.

@Old_Indian_Trick Жыл бұрын

I believe that shift star is supposed to be loose, maybe not as loose as it was but not tight either. Good Video!

@rgarizonahomestead2729 Жыл бұрын

great job thanks for sharing and i hope the owner has a great time with. take care and have a great day

@pauljeffries Жыл бұрын

Great video, your wife made chuckle near the end 😀

@mikerafonemusic6177 Жыл бұрын

nice work! I had a '68 when I was 7. dang those things are tiny, hold that camera still wifey! Good times!

@bigmac.. Жыл бұрын

Well done 👍 that was a big task, good work.

@boomer2095 6 ай бұрын

What is interesting to think about, is that of all the bikes and ATV’s Joe has repaired. This Z-50 will still be in the shape it is right now 200 yrs from now because of its rarity, and small size, and it is easily stored, displayed and collected.

@99andrianmonk Жыл бұрын

Jade is a good sport. You should be appreciative of her support and patience.

@eileenheitman4351 Жыл бұрын

I was gifted a 1976 Z50. It had been sitting for years. My grandson and I removed, drained and rinsed the tank, cleaned the carb....used same old gaskets, filed and set points, cleaned/gapped the plug, added fresh gas and vroom! It smoked but after a few rides the smoke stopped. Stuck rings. It looks ratty but Honda build quality is remarkable. Dave in Omaha

@garyroberts7257 Жыл бұрын

Ahh the z 50 many of us old timers started on them and seemed mean at that point

@michaelmitchell5909 Жыл бұрын

Excellent rebuild man. Hey my wife has a hard time on a pedal bike let alone a bike with a motor...lol. no big deal

@trentonbriones2381 Жыл бұрын

I like the ending of the video 😂 great work! 👍🏽

@Alakay77 Жыл бұрын

This is very similar to the bike I learned on as a kid. Crazy reliable and lots of fun.

@tonycassar7693 Жыл бұрын

Think the tail light is on upside down clear part to light up number plate . Great vid as usual.

@mitchelljohnson8988 Жыл бұрын

Just found your channel! Keep up the Great Work! - Cant believe how clean that bike is for the age.

@mikerafonemusic6177 Жыл бұрын

this guy is amazing

@michaelbiel7473 Жыл бұрын

Good work on that little z ive been watching for a few years you are becoming a great mechanic what do hate working on most heads and valve train or bottom ends just curious

@singingsway4477 11 ай бұрын

I see it alot of work bro thank you teaching us.

@mainerotor7171 Жыл бұрын

Nice! I had one of those as a kid. Great bike! Hold the tail light and flip the bike upside down, dude!!!

@julianp2868 Жыл бұрын

bless her, I remember my brother trying to teach me and on my first run, when he said brake, i opened the throttle and went straight through someone's gates!!! From then on there were no problems of fear!!!

@timsummers6938 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoy seeing all the weird vehicles you get into on your channel! I've had a few of the Honda 50s. Question on the application of the case gasket silicone; I noticed that you only put the silicone on one half of the case. Was that intentional or just an oversight?

@chevyhp Жыл бұрын

LOL Jade is so cute. Great build man.

@mrlarrybobjr 9 ай бұрын

For real how are the new ones so much faster? That one is as fresh as you can get and there is a major difference.

@Maga4Lyfe Жыл бұрын

I had a 69 Honda QA50. Great rebuild.

@chathamguy1able Жыл бұрын

had the same bike as my first dirt bike ==great video

@audioextremez Жыл бұрын

It sounds very sluggish, I feel like it should Rev up a little faster than that. It sounds restricted somewhere. Other than that, cool video Joe 👍. The Jade part of the video was very entertaining 😄. Ewok George. My brother had the same kind of dog. He liked to sit on people's feet if you were sitting in a chair, it was odd. Anyways keep up the great content bro.

@DavesInHisGarage Жыл бұрын

Needs fuel mixture adjusting, probably getting to much air due to the open filter as they are normally very restricted with standard airbox.

@mikaelmarjanen9676 Жыл бұрын

When you dream at night, it's about engines and how to fix them you are amazing 😀...

@jamesthurber8807 Жыл бұрын

Jade is a good sport. "You know I don't have the balance for this". Filmed her walk up the drive. If that was my wife, much editing would be needed. Thanks for joining Jade. And engine rebuild was informative as usual.

@kernelbadness Жыл бұрын

Lol poor Jade. Joe don't be a meanie!

@shartne Жыл бұрын

I had a blue 1971 Honda fifty. My first dirt bike LOL It was a fun bike for a child. woo hoo! When you strip those splines that when you weld it LOL.

@jayjudd6518 Жыл бұрын

Interesting rebuild thanks for taking us along .

@christopherbosilkovski7817 Жыл бұрын

Dude the brake light is upside down....the clear piece should be on the bottom to illuminate the number plate...top video!!!

@harryburford6629 Жыл бұрын

go jade and good video guys

@rescuehoundemtd Жыл бұрын

It’s nice to meet your wife. She should be in more of your videos.

@rigguyjt Жыл бұрын

Good job. Taillight is upside down. The clear lense is meant to light up license plate

@dennissarver1963 Жыл бұрын

Awesome bike! but why not clean the engine cases ?

@82Beatz Жыл бұрын

Another great vid

@paulthompson1216 10 ай бұрын

Amazed that you can still get OEM parts for a 45 year old Z50.

@tommyb.7977 8 ай бұрын

I have to say that I understand your wife's feelings with bikes. My wife took her first harley Sportster (used) out and came to a stop but she forgot to put her feet down. Lol it was like a slow motion fall.

@sharkie308 Жыл бұрын

😂 your wife was killing me on this one.

@norcal8718 Жыл бұрын

I know it could be pretty scary splitting cases but good job bud 👍🏻 (oh flip the taillight it's on upside down).

@Sageofhalo Жыл бұрын

I was entertained 😊

@kevenread1443 Жыл бұрын

your pup looks like a Ewoke love it🐕.

@pistolpete8126 Жыл бұрын

Loved the break in process just give it the beans

@nickrichards7646 5 ай бұрын

the really cool sound of the 50cc and Trail 70cc motor is unmistakebly Honda

@cainbeeping8480 Жыл бұрын

I had to split the case on my 1972 Honda CL 100 to replace the kick start on it. Crazy design.

@judstephens5311 Жыл бұрын

Would a loose timing chain have something to do with one of these not wanting to start got good spark and fuel but the timing chain is loose and I've got the tensioner screw maxed out

@scottstewart7906 Жыл бұрын

What state are you in I’m in Southeast Missouri

@2vintage Жыл бұрын

wisconsin

@BEEZ-R Жыл бұрын

I’d like to see you rebuild a mini bike engine. Like a 6.5 or 8hp engine.

@derikwright3383 Жыл бұрын

When I retire in a few years and no longer have to be drug tested, can’t wait to take a couple puffs and watch these videos 😅. Good job young man❤

@bueller48 Жыл бұрын

My brother and I both learned on a Honda 50. We thought it was a 77, but must have been a 79 without the lights and chrome. He went in half-sies with my dad and at dealer a year model later. I think it was about $800 then. We rode it until about 1990 when I was 12 and it stopped running. sold if for basically nothing in about 1998. The thing always fired up after a kick or 2 growing up though. good stuff.

@anthonyblacker8471 Жыл бұрын

Those screws on the clutch, probably all the case screws too, they're probably JIS - I think that's Japanese Industrial Standard or something like that, if you try to use s standard American Phillips #2 or #3 you're just going to strip them right out, they almost have little wings on the screwdriver next to the + of the Phillips slot. NEED a set of JIS drivers!!