CB250 Build - PART 1. The RUN DOWN!

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6 жыл бұрын

G'day guys, The Budget Bike Build - CB250 has now been started! Matt I do a run down on the bike and share what our thoughts and plans are for the build. Hope you enjoy :-) Cheers... Mark
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@rossvette9928 6 жыл бұрын

Mark, the only thing I'd keep is the instrument cluster, it's so CB750, Matt is "Crazy"!

@trevorjameson3213 6 жыл бұрын

This build is going to be really fun to watch.... ok, spoked wheels for sure, and the stock instrument cluster is cool, but I can see what Matt is talking about, a single round analog speedo would look good.

@TheSpectre223 6 жыл бұрын

Look forward to seeing where this project goes. Regarding the cluster, a single, smaller dial would look great, preferably with a digital speedo set inside an analogue rev-counter. Alternatively you guys could compromise and repurpose the stock dials with a new bracket and neater idiot lights.

@haroldbevins393 6 жыл бұрын

You will have the rear wheel apart when you change the tire, you can check the brakes and bearings then...

@heckler3119 6 жыл бұрын

Mark the backyard bubba is back at it again! Love your work mate.

@pfineyut 6 жыл бұрын

I haven't read all the comments, but the instrument setup looks like my 1976 CB 360 :) also the back brake adjustment is a combination of the back brake pedal and the adjust screw lever on the back brake drum (connection to the brake pedal)

@azlong4596 6 жыл бұрын

Yes keep the instrument cluster, very 70's, and on the Thursdays you don't have work talk to us about your ideas and what ideas others may have for the build. Great new add with Matt will be fun with more input.

@magnusconsul 6 жыл бұрын

Yipee! A new bike build story...exciting to see you both have a go at this....Will be a hoot!

@rmlewaz 6 жыл бұрын

Yay! A bike build. Perhaps Nay has an opinion on the instrument cluster. Looking forward to the build. Thanks guys.

@bella0167 Жыл бұрын

👍Loving these bike builds.Just watched the virago series.Well done.

@caseyberry2150 4 жыл бұрын

G’day guys, I’m from Bendigo too and was looking at getting a CB250, these videos are gonna be perfect for my transformation

@pizzanbrews1193 6 жыл бұрын

liking this project already!!

@andypandy. 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Guys!!!! I reckon that if you really want to get it like a scrambler you are going to have to do something about the suspension, I am sure it will be fine for plain old dirt roads but not sure whether the stock stuff will handle the rougher stuff? I loved the virago build so I am really looking forward to this one!!!!!

@hillonwheels8838 6 жыл бұрын

I think a white engine with sanded fins (like Lucy) would look great with a white tank but keeping it clean would be a pain.

@gregmiller2178 6 жыл бұрын

Yes it's back!

@Dallas-Nyberg 6 жыл бұрын

I have a red 2005 CB250 Honda in my shed. We bought it so my lady could get her learners licence - great little bike. My old lady now has her full licence and rides a Yamaha V Star 650 cruiser. We will keep the CB250 so our daughter can get her learners as well... We paid $1500 for ours. Cheers

@bigjoe4020 6 жыл бұрын

with 2 blokes it should go twice as fast...right ? regarding the cluster, I am with you Mark. I think they look really good for old school. Then again, I am into old school.

@Slytheslayer 6 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to this!!

@carsbikesandpikes6034 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks been waiting for this new build thanks mark

@Hihopeyouhaveawonderfulday 6 жыл бұрын

If you guys use a tan seat, accent the bike with a leather gas tank strap and tan Biltwell grips. Oh yeah, and keep the instrument cluster.

@michaelkaylor6770 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Fellas, I think for the instrument cluster, an idea, try putting a frame around it, use just scrap metal and fab-up a cage/frame thing, like a jail cell door from the bush rangers days old west kind of thing. In my head it looks like crash bars but much smaller around the outside both gauges.

@Bob_Keen 6 жыл бұрын

Great work guys :) looking forward to this build.

@AfricaTwin-Stuff 6 жыл бұрын

Keep the instrument cluster. Very 70’s. Even the trail bikes of the era had these. Must have spokes. Will look shit otherwise.

@jasonbateman504 6 жыл бұрын

I agree with Matt. The instrument cluster looks like a pair of bug eyes.

@paulandrew3783 6 жыл бұрын

No cluster, clean simple lines, white tank, tan leather seat and grips, maybe some Black and Tan pinstripes to tie the frame/motor and seat to the tank.

@mickschreiber1995 6 жыл бұрын

Hi guys, good luck with the rebuild. When you remove the plastics you will have holes where the plastics were attached. This will give you mounting points. So, rather than modifying the frame use these points to build a shroud which will take the mounting points for the new seat and also cover the portion of the tank you don't like. The instrument cluster can be replaced with a simple cluster setup from something off a WR450 or DRZ400. This will give you room to mount a GPS or phone as part of the new instrument setup.

@thezacharymccarthy 6 жыл бұрын

Great looking forward to the series. Cheers

@ethand9091 6 жыл бұрын

What size rims are they? I will have a look at work and see if there are any used tyres in the rack that will get you through a roadworthy. Might be able to find you a couple other goodies to.

@ChaoticDetour 6 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it's going to be a great build. Looking forward to it. I agree with Matt on the gauges and exhaust. Something more simple would look much nicer.

@markssmallengines3542 6 жыл бұрын

Nice vid guys 😁 also check for movement in rear swing arm bushes and front steering head stem bearings. Be careful modifications after rwc it might upset any future insurance cover policies and also if a knowledgeable cop pulls you up he can slap a canary on it if theres no engineering certified plates if the subby has been cut and welded. Good luck guys an i like the cluster set looks perfect for a old style cafe racer. Take care Mark

@hadrianhaine5204 6 жыл бұрын

Really looking forward to this build guys. I agree the exhaust needs to be shifted but if you use a muffler the cones might still work once relocated. Those forks look really weak for a scrambler. You may have to swapthem and the triple clamps out. I think the instrument pannels is find. But either way it's your bike guys enjoy the time building it and then the time riding it.

@iRidetas 6 жыл бұрын

Bloody ripper. Great little bike the CB250 just bullet proof bike with so much potential. Cant wait to see the build unfold. I have a CB250RS sitting in the shed for just a build. Great minds yet again Mark! Hanging for next thursday mate! :D

@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын

iRidetas really wanted a cb250rs. I had the cb125rs (still got it) it's nothing special though just a cg125 with a ohc really. Went ok though for a 125cc 4 stroke. I liked the way the 250 was almost the power of the twin and a fair bit lighter. I have had 2 xr250's and a xl250 so got a taste of the engine.

@Nostrildomus 6 жыл бұрын

This one is gonna be fun . Funner and possibly a hoot . Enjoy

@Nostrildomus 6 жыл бұрын

P.S. I vote for squat fat rubber .

@vitorarbex 6 жыл бұрын

Keep the instruments they are nice! , and if you are going knobby tires, get rid of the chain guard and go with a black rear sprocket maybe 3 or 5 Tooth bigger for a nicer off-road torque and visuals. Virago was a amazing series, good luck with the new CB project. But Exhausts I agree they have to go away if cost allows it.

@FiveRustyNails 6 жыл бұрын

Surely you need to check steering bearings and swinging arm for RWC?

@HarryBunnGRVOTV 6 жыл бұрын

I love the instrument cluster!

@brianguk 6 жыл бұрын

Hi, As the CB250 is a road bike and you intend to take it off-road, should you consider a fork brace as the tubes are narrow and fit fork bellows to keep the dirt away from the seals. Not trying to spend your money really.

@tuffbunker1413 4 жыл бұрын

I wish somebody would come up with a cheap (sub-$100) but sturdy fork brace for these bikes... Tarozzi makes one for the 1984 CB250N but I can't imagine it fits.

@heckler3119 6 жыл бұрын

I wanna buy one of these for a commuter bike but they're also good for going on off road with the right tires!

@magnusconsul 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you are registering the bike first to save time and bullshit ...I do hope Nay gets this bike. Its good to see a woman on a bike on the road as it promote more participation by women. Cheers....This Budget Bike Build will also be a Comedy Show...

@Arachnoid_of_the_underverse 6 жыл бұрын

As mentioned steering bearing check for notchness , you have done these before on the DR so no biggie.Looks a good clean Bike and a very low price considering its condition.If you removing the plastics you might want to look at different style tail/brake light and indicators. and for the speedo and idiot lights you could look at a vapor unit by Trail Tech a very small unit with everything built in.

@Richard-qx5ds 6 жыл бұрын

Gday fellas its going to be a interesting bulid cant wait cheers

@thumpergman 6 жыл бұрын

Mabey the forks from a honda xr 400 will fit . That way you can have the spoke wheel, as well as the better suspension and better front brakes

@hadrianhaine5204 6 жыл бұрын

ENTERTAIN ME !! I Tottaly agree those fork do not look up to scrambler work. So thin I would be worried they will bend. Yes I would look at the forks and tripples from a bike wrecker a XR 250 or 400. Or even a crf230. It will also Hank a lot of stress or the arms and hand on corrugated roads, that lead to arm pump and rider fatigue

@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын

That 21" front spoked wheel would most likely hit the engine/exhaust

@hadrianhaine5204 6 жыл бұрын

Chris Hart hence why we are saying to swapout the forks and triples. Sadly this week Mark has said that swapping forks for some 2nd dirt bike forks and tripples is above too costly and above his mechanical abilities and back yard tools... Even though he is doing Max's head bearings so it really only possibly too expensive

@jonnoMoto 6 жыл бұрын

there should be a brake lining limit mark on the outside of the drum. wheel bearings and fork oil leaks are another things to check are you sure the tyre choices are limited because of the alloys or because of rim size? I just checked, they have 18" wheels front and back. That shouldn't be a problem although finding a narrow 18" could be a bit tricky. durotire.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/DURO_PowerSports_web_Jan18.pdf 3.0" and 4.1" 18" hf333 tyres I think that cluster, without that middle section would be ok. Pretty gopping with it. I can see you wanting to put harder springs on the bike. I can see it being pretty overwhelmed offroad. Although that could be done as and when. Get it running not get it right!

@thumpergman 6 жыл бұрын

I like the exhaust on the triumph scrambler

@markh4763 6 жыл бұрын

This should be a fun build, I think your challenges are going to be a little different from the last build. On one hand this bike is in better shape at the start so that will be a lot less work to clean up etc. But the challenges on this bike I think are going to be in the re styling of the bike and getting it to look right. I don't know, I'm looking forward to seeing the progress.

@leecourt8509 6 жыл бұрын

As many have said - keep the instrument cluster it's already scrambler cool!

@manandbikeadv 6 жыл бұрын

I'm curious to see what tubeless off-road tyres you find to fit those tyre sizes

@milolouis 3 жыл бұрын

We're going to bendigo Morty!

@thebigw3377 6 жыл бұрын

I would like to see some decisions made on the flip of a coin

@Manderson707 Жыл бұрын

What tires did you guys use

@39er 6 жыл бұрын

If you get it registered and then make mods to the Frans without an engineers certificate your ( or Nays) insurance will be invalid and they won’t payout if she’s injured.... worth thinking about

@brentneill8497 6 жыл бұрын

have you seen dirty sandy?

@JustTex 6 жыл бұрын

Just googled cb250 and it says it's a honda "nighthawk" 250.....I thought only the 750 was the nighthawk . I would say keep the instruments cluster and save some money for other stuff. look forward to more . Cheers.

@cobymorgan5314 6 жыл бұрын

Definitely needs to have fork boots on

@chrisshaw2769 6 жыл бұрын

I agree with Matt re the gauges?

@timmunion2709 6 жыл бұрын

Kenda and Shinko both make affordable tires that will fit the build.

@thumpergman 6 жыл бұрын

What about camo white paint

@adarngoodjoe4043 4 жыл бұрын

Are those factory rims? If not, who makes them? My CB 250 has spoke wheels.

@BikerBits 4 жыл бұрын

They are Factory ones!

@bikernation136 3 жыл бұрын

👍

@17hmr243 6 жыл бұрын

for those with less tools join the mens shed cant beat it.

@Dave30867 6 жыл бұрын

Put this extra cash into getting your house done it would be better . Your older vids are better Mark cheers .

@100-pc-notbot 3 жыл бұрын

nitromethane + N2O cylinder?

@seanhunt3417 6 жыл бұрын

This is unreal. I am building a cafe racer using the same bike.

@bungcheese5901 6 жыл бұрын

Love that. I found Johnny cactus' sr250 build while building my own as well. I know exactly the feeling you have right now 😎

@Import61 6 жыл бұрын

Haha I am too, it's hard to make it look pretty though

@seanhunt3417 6 жыл бұрын

Import61 love to see how yours is going. Just about done with mine. Got all the parts just need to do some painting and then put all back together

@thumpergman 6 жыл бұрын

Call it " dont spend to much its only a 250 build "

@thumpergman 6 жыл бұрын

Its the plastic dash board between the round gauges that look boring as piss

@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын

I looked at one of these new. Think the cb250n. Or cb250rs were much better bikes this looks more like the cb125t engine bored out. And the different size front/rear wheels it almost should have been called a cm250

@rob.halpin 6 жыл бұрын

Matt's spot on about the instrument cluster. Small single like this: www.ebay.com/itm/0-199km-h-Motorcycle-LCD-Digital-95mm-Odometer-Speedometer-Tachometer-Gauge/391908402697 Oh, and you could hide the odd-looking lower part of the tank with some side luggage like this: blog.baakmotocyclettes.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/moto-guzzi-tracker-engine.jpg

@MrKdr500 6 жыл бұрын

Why would "Alloy" or "spoke" rims make a difference for tire availability?.....It's the size of the wheel that's the problem not the type of wheel.

@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын

MrKdr500 i think there looking for spoked wheels 18 front 18 rear. Like most of the older cb's. I think this has 19 front 16 rear very limited tyre choices. Think duel sport choices for the 19. Cruiser tyres for the 16. Not good sizes

@johnrobinson357 4 жыл бұрын

I'm asking in the context of owning one of these. Could you source me a front and rear mag rim ? I will make it worth your time. I pay ALL shipping costs. I can not find anything in the U S A . They are ALL spoked rims. Not that it is a problem, i prefer mags. Any help ????

@BikerBits 4 жыл бұрын

Sorry mate I just don't have the time! All I can say is search Australian eBay for them and then contact the seller to see if they will ship to America and make it worth there time! :-)

@johnrobinson357 4 жыл бұрын

@@BikerBits I understand, but thank you for the response. I know they are out there. The U.S. version really suffers with having only drums front and rear, fine for one quick stop. But they fade pretty quickly at highway speeds, the disk front on the mag rims is a big boost in stopping power. Just thought i would mention i paid $125.00 for the bike. So i can spend a bit on the bike and not feel too bad about it. I will also try UK postings as well, it was popular over there as too. Good luck to you. Hope you guys get some rain really soon those fires are nasty business.

@bradb9146 6 жыл бұрын

= / My 2015 Honda CRF250L doesn't have hazard lights either . /°(-_-)°\ I guess they figure you won't be traveling in hazardous conditions on your trusty steed or something . I think it's moronic to not include them as standard equipment from the factory , as hazardous conditions occur all the time , without warning . = (

@chrisredfield3240 6 жыл бұрын

brad b can you even select the parking lights when the ignition is off ? Used to be a position on the key further round

@bradb9146 6 жыл бұрын

Nope .

@shawnmoore4292 6 жыл бұрын

Keep the instrument cluster. Its retro.

@vk4jsn 6 жыл бұрын

Damn, fourth.

@damonkinter999 6 жыл бұрын

I vote that you leave the stock cluster and turn up Matt's mic. His audio is not nearly as good as yours. Keep up the good work.

@zrkn1 6 жыл бұрын

Keep the cluster or ask the wife what she likes.

@BareBonesMotorcycles 5 жыл бұрын

Guys! Love the series so far just watched all of it and cant wait for the next episode. Im building my own cb250. Its even the same colour! Check out my channel if you fancy it (you are a lot further along than me.) I even think we have the same seat! Ep05 is already uploaded, but il be sure to give you a shout out in ep06. Keep it up, and safe riding from the uk 👍