😮 Unbelievable Dirt Bike Restoration

😮 Unbelievable Dirt Bike Restoration | 1996 RM250

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I hope you enjoy the grand finale to this 1996 Suzuki #RM250 #2stroke dirt bike restoration & rebuild I worked on over the past year and a half. It's a video made to watch all the way through, from beginning to end, so please don't just skip to the end 🙃.
So many people helped bring this project to life. Here are some of them: Suzy and Chloe from Evo-Mx supported this project with the gorgeous replica graphics and seat cover. Chris from Race Tech helped with the much needed suspension parts. Barb from Ceet Racing sent me a fresh seat foam. My friends at Breakers111 donated those cool vintage bar pads. Kevin at RWB was so kind and helped with the Wiseco & Pro X engine parts. Brian at Bolt Motorcycle Hardware contributed those amazing bolt kits. Please support these wonderful companies that supported this project:
Evo-MX: www.evo-mx-brochure.com/ & www.evo-mx.com/
Race Tech: racetech.com/
Wiseco: www.wiseco.com/powersports-home/
Pro-X: www.pro-x.com/
Breakers111: breakers111.com/ & ‪@breakers111‬
Ceet Racing: ceetracing.com/shop/
Bolt Motorcycle Hardware: boltmotorcyclehardware.com/
Additionally I want to thank Tony Blazier (‪@TheMotocrossVault‬) for documenting the history of these bikes in his unbelievable archive. I used his scans to create the mockups for this build you see at the beginning of the video. Thank you to the guys at Electro-plating Specialties for taking care of all the anodizing, zinc plating and powder coating for this and my previous build. I also want to thank the very kind and humble ‪@thetwostrokerebuilder‬ for his guidance on rebuilding my crank. Thanks to the guys at Vital for getting me the silencer sticker measurements so Evo-MX could recreate it. Thanks to my friend Gary for teaching me how to use the Tig machine and making many of the repairs possible. Also thank you to my roommate Justin for being cool with me building motorcycles in the living room.
And finally thank you to all the student activists and people of conscience around the world who have continued every day to stand up and act against the genocide in Gaza. You're standing with tremendous courage in the face of a monster. These brave and dedicated people are our only hope for peace and justice in Palestine and beyond. This video is dedicated to you.
Chapters:
0:00 The Plan
0:25 Teardown
3:33 Pipe
4:24 Silencer
7:10 Engine teardown
10:47 Clutch basket
11:43 Crank
13:32 Engine cases
14:20 Bottom end assembly
16:25 Right side engine assembly
18:10 Engine side covers
19:20 Engine top end
21:05 Power valve
22:25 Reed valve
22:57 Engine before-after
23:11 Carburetor
24:39 Shift lever
26:50 Stator
27:49 Wheels
30:26 Rotor and fork guard
32:06 Brakes
33:39 Brake Pedal
35:15 Triple clamps
35:35 Forks
38:29 Shock
41:34 Freshly coated parts
42:16 Swingarm
46:30 Gas tank
49:45 Air box
50:08 Seat
52:23 Bike stand
52:55 Radiators
53:15 Reassembly
1:01:24 The Reveal

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@Garage_gg Ай бұрын

Although I've seen this build multiple times now, I just cannot emphasise enough, what a work of art it is!

@VinnieG4 Ай бұрын

I didn't go all out like this too. Only because the lack of tools and cash but I know what you mean it's great to get down.

@jaijua2348 Ай бұрын

In 2001 I bought this model, a machine without equal, no problems with it, it was light in weight, manageable, powerful, it had everything, perhaps nostalgia invades me... You have given me 1 hour of pure visual art, accompanied by good music. I told you on other occasions, you are an artist from head to toe, what you have demonstrated with this restoration is at a stratospheric level, only have one option, stand up and applaud him until your hands hurt, you have done with this motorcycle... it's magic, friend, and not everyone knows how to do it. Thank you a thousand times, a job well done must be well recognized, I don't know what your next objective will be, with your permission, I will watch this video again and continue applauding while sitting... Never abandon these works and never stop showing them... a hug, don't take too long buddy...

@madmarc Ай бұрын

This is one of the kindest compliments I've ever received. Thank you friend, it means a lot.

@munter10 Ай бұрын

@@madmarche’s right, excellent rebuild and excellent video documenting of the rebuild! I enjoyed the entire video, I’ve rebuilt a few dirt bikes.. but not to this level.

@user-he8fv8hv3h Ай бұрын

That's a dream....am 47 years old and now i see my bike when I was child.... congratulations for yours skills..... This bike must be in the museum..... Thanks from Greece...

@jabshine_review 3 күн бұрын

One of the best vehicle restoration videos i've ever watched.

@bassemkublawi2693 Ай бұрын

Bro, this is a work of art. I can only describe this as a destroyed hero that you brought back to the stage. It looks like a movie

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thank you Bassem, you're a kind man!

@andrewford80 9 күн бұрын

There is way too much to say than can be summarised in a youtube comment but I have to say a few things. What you do with these bikes is nothing short of amazing. Literally looks like it's never been ridden and better than off the showroom floor. This in itself is a monumental achievement. However, the videography, the editing, the music, it all plays a part in telling this story of bringing these bikes back to life. I know you could just do this behind closed doors and you choose to record it and present it for us to enjoy, free of charge. I really appcreciate the effort that you put it to the restorations and the presentations. Sincerely.

@madmarc 6 күн бұрын

Andrew, thank you again for another generous comment. It really does mean a lot to read such kind words.

@geoffrey6000 26 күн бұрын

This is a work of art. If it was mine I would sit it in my living room and never ever ride it. Seeing the amount of work put into this, even though it's only a very very compressed amount, is just insane.

@oftankoftan 6 күн бұрын

it's meant to be ridden. everything breaks down, and needs to be built up again. it's the circle of life.

@subodhjankar Ай бұрын

I have seen lots of restoration build on youtube this is the only build made with detailing best restoration on youtube so far i have seen i wish this was voice discussion

@Vazerin Ай бұрын

Well Marc, you truly are Mad cause only a lunatic would rebuild from the ground up by repairing everything, but that's what makes you special and what draws me to your content

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks man the work makes you go mad

@a.k.5099 18 күн бұрын

The best restoration video I have ever seen and worth to watch!

@johnelliott3896 10 күн бұрын

I don't comment a lot on KZfaq but WOW...BRAVO!!! That bike looks AWESOME!!!

@madmarc 10 күн бұрын

@@johnelliott3896 thank you John!!

@THamm8936 Ай бұрын

I have waited a 2 months to see the rest of this bike and I cannot believe how good it turned out. WE NEED MORE BUILDS BRO!! I wish I had even a little bit of the talent you have man this is truly a work of art. I’m doing a 2001 RM250 right now and would love to pick your brain because it’s inspiring. Thank you for sharing this with us

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching man, I hope it was worth the wait.

@thediddly Ай бұрын

You had good form in your skills and showed good mechanical sympathy for the parts. Its nice to finally see a skilled mech in front of the camera, many before you i can hand on heart say showed inly a degree of respect that you showed this and the care to restore it. Well done

@madmarc Ай бұрын

That's really kind man, thank you!

@450bro Ай бұрын

It's just a masterpiece of hard work and dedication!

@Shayderider Ай бұрын

Awesome, beautiful work! Great editing, and great cinematography. I never get over the living room rebuilds.

@michakav Ай бұрын

Dude, you get mad extra points for doing the assembly in the living room. Nice bike.

@williambrown6967 24 күн бұрын

This is an exemplar of how attention to detail produces an outstanding product. Well done!

@rukshanmadusanka6548 Ай бұрын

Never seen like this restoration video ever. one of the best video i ever seen good luck brother your true artist from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thank you my friend, i appreciate you!

@infographistehistorichaiti5929 22 күн бұрын

The background music is so fitting because this is truly a work of art and poetry in motion.

@madmarc 19 күн бұрын

Thanks man, that's really kind! I might use your comment in my thumbnail, it's really flattering!

@robertbennett7393 22 күн бұрын

That's some serious talent , absolutely beautiful job , to do a complete rebuild, and have it come out looking better then it was when it was brand new , that's some serious talent .

@Shreddylife Ай бұрын

The amount of time and effort that went into this RM250 and editing this video is truly amazing. I love 2 strokes

@cbeharry68 Ай бұрын

I'm struggling what to appreciate more, the video or the workmanship. Mindblowing stuff really.

@Shreddylife Ай бұрын

@@cbeharry68Agreed, he is truly a perfectionist 👌

@GeorgeLittle-ft2yx 23 күн бұрын

I have to say, I’m very impressed. Loved the fact that you can hear the sounds over the music, which was very relaxing. Loved the before and after shots. Loved the fact that rather than just buying new all the time, you took time out to repair what you had, well done. Thank you for all your hard work. Big big 👍🏼

@JeanGilbertLouisAriose 26 күн бұрын

The attention to detail is astounding

@geoffrey6000 26 күн бұрын

Amazing restoration. Too many people "restore" dirt bikes and sell them, but this is not one of those. I bought my 2001 yz 125 for way more than i should have since the prices here in Canada are so inflated. The guy had restored it, powder coated the frame, fresh top end. The kickstart broke right away, the fins on the radiators were all mashed, and the engine blew up two weeks later. Learning experience.

@brandonsatterlee7546 22 күн бұрын

Wow! Beautiful and better than brand new! Such a joy to watch! So mesmerizing!!

@madmarc 22 күн бұрын

Thank you Brandon! I'm happy you liked it

@elderdesousa3598 23 күн бұрын

A lot of skills, patience and attention to details… that’s quite a job beautifully done!!

@fournierluc7512 21 күн бұрын

No words...except that this bike was lucky to fall into your hands!!! Congratulations, amazing job!! Finaly like brand new

@klkAle777 Ай бұрын

the best mechanic I've ever seen

@jayburrough4308 26 күн бұрын

This guy actually restored that bike and what a great job

@matthiasschulze393 Ай бұрын

that is definitely a yamaha yz in background can't wait

@madmarc Ай бұрын

🤐

@user-fm5ue4lc5y Ай бұрын

jesus christ , this building is atemporal , thank you ! what a beauty..

@user-md7kk5ls6e Ай бұрын

incredable job! Looks like RM250 revived from th past!

@jonasmattsson479 Ай бұрын

thats one of the better builds ive seen in a bit !!🤟

@rezeerhonor2792 Ай бұрын

Dude I thought the video was like 20min, this hour past so fast. Incredible restoration, truly. Now it's a 15.000$ bike.

@Shahar_C Ай бұрын

wow. you are an artist. One of the best restoration I've watched. Hats off to you.

@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын

This is taking it to a whole new level. Bravo.

@eddydak2206 Ай бұрын

Bonjour, j'ai regardé ce chef d'œuvre sur ma Tv et je doit dire que c'est bien mieux que des films a gros budget. Je reste sans voix. Bravo Mad Marc pour cette œuvre. 💪👋👍

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Merci beaucoup Eddy!!

@awesomeness17dude Ай бұрын

Fantastic video. Helping me find all the imperfections on my 96 rm250. at least now i have a solid step by step on how to fix everything lol

@TheHandsOnGang561 8 күн бұрын

Brother, you are truly an artist at the finest level of mechanics. The strive for perfection is obvious here, i cannot get past how I believe all of us mechanics wish we had the talent and patience you have to do this. Amazing job

@cbadnc9040 Ай бұрын

Great ending!!!!!! Excellent series!!! Thank you!!!

@MTBFreeks Ай бұрын

Can I ask if this is financial beneficial? I own a shop and have done 70-80 percent restorations nothing this crazy, but it ends up being very expensive and I can't find anyone willing to pay for this amount of work.

@yokinakasaki5598 6 сағат бұрын

Honestly, this reminds me of the old school you-tube. When it was actually fun. Mainly, cat videos, Tons of comedy, and the helpful build videos. Nothing more and it didn't need it.

@GiorgosNSR Ай бұрын

Man... what to say.. im rebuilding a bike now. And seeing all this work u did and knowing how much time and effort it requires to do all this detailed work makes me want to congratulate u fr the effort and techniques u use to produce such great results! The bike looks stunning. All the best! Greetings from Greece.

@madmarc Ай бұрын

That's very kind Giorgos, thank you

@johnvice7715 21 күн бұрын

That's amazing work I have a 92 RM125 it was my first big dirt bike if you ever start restoring other people's bikes id be your first customer again amazing job

@gti20vtMarcel Ай бұрын

Many KZfaqrs who rebuild dirtbike's can take an example from you!! Attention to detail is amazing, great editing too!! 👌

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks Marcel!

@billbo485 24 күн бұрын

It is really, trully unbelievable. Awesome work. So much love and sole in it.

@RT-tn4ry 19 күн бұрын

My wife would love the living room work shop ! NICE work by the way !

@mauzzie1977 28 күн бұрын

When tightening the top bolts on the front fork i always span a piece plastic bag between the bolt and the socket to prevent it from marking. Works a treat!

@madmarc 25 күн бұрын

That's a great tip!! I will try it next time, thanks for sharing

@edyfly4622 10 күн бұрын

Unbelievable !, Marc, you're the man !

@GianCuka Ай бұрын

It's undeniable that zuki should be an art piece of a racing museum, BUT i'm eager to see it on a field test after the rebuild. CONGRATS FOR THE AMAZING VIDEO AND ALL THE EFFORT RESTORING THAT BIKE, ALSO FOR STANDING AGAINST THE GENOCIDE IN GAZA

@ivanjansen5786 Ай бұрын

Inspirational and so relaxing, was’nt planning to see ‘till the end, magic!

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks Ivan, I'm happy you watched the whole thing I appreciate the kind words

@DennisKrause-co1uh Ай бұрын

this is the best video i ve had seen on youtube this year

@gus9272 21 күн бұрын

I think the same.

@infographistehistorichaiti5929 22 күн бұрын

The editing on this is also quite impressive. Very professional planning and execution.

@BrokenSprocket Ай бұрын

Fantastic work 👏 👍

@vascoiriondo6609 28 күн бұрын

this is the most complete and detailed rebuild that I'd ever seen...

@lriddle21 Ай бұрын

Amazing build and fantastic video. Very well put together. I love to see an old ragged out 2 stroke come back to life.

@Kevr.137 Ай бұрын

I have rarely seen such beautiful work with such little means, it’s magnificent! moreover the small modifications made suit it perfectly while the style is close to the OEM well done 👌 🇫🇷🇫🇷

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks - i tried to keep it original looking with just a little extra

@sideast Ай бұрын

On another level , absolutely amazing watching your restorations !

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thank you man I really appreciate it!

@GnilCH 27 күн бұрын

The attention to details is off the charts. Holy moly!!! 🤪🤯

@daviderossi6088 Ай бұрын

best video in summer 2024 😍

@swk1610 Ай бұрын

Yeah awesome build. Your attention to detail is amazing.

@ankrapek12 Ай бұрын

this is a masterpiece, one of the best restoration videos on the internet hands down!!!

@skyeltz50 24 күн бұрын

Museum piece… anyone can throw new parts on these bikes hell that’s what I do.. But to restore the original parts is absolutely insane & amazing.. There’s nothing to say truly next level…

@benmasters1980 Ай бұрын

Best 1hr 4mins viewing. Thank you 👏❤

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching ben

@krp6147 22 күн бұрын

Fantastic, keep up the good work lovely to see a old one brought back to life again 👍

@jemilsurf8637 Ай бұрын

What a master piece & dedication.

@gus9272 21 күн бұрын

Awesome!! You are an artist and you have done a work of art. Thank you very very very much for your work. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@ThePetros67 3 күн бұрын

One of the best rebuilt videos I've come across really !!!! Two words pleasure and art of execution !!!! Congrats for your work and time.

@Batman45025 Ай бұрын

Fantastic build as usual

@davidgame8758 5 күн бұрын

One of the only actual restorations I've seen on KZfaq - most 'restorations' to be seen on here are ruinous, this is a respectful, genuine as humanly possible, costly, laboursome blueprint job: the only way to do it if you're going to. Excellent work that man.

@peterfrost8341 16 күн бұрын

Amazing job, brings back some very found memories.

@huterno0no054 28 күн бұрын

the ending is very sad that he was found in a damaged condition, now he is new and back to his golden days, goodbye and he will be a memory for you because you restored him from 0 to 100 and he was like new again. Thank you for restoring him to like new. It's factory default, bro

@madmarc 25 күн бұрын

Thank you for watching buddy!

@chandraunsri 24 күн бұрын

Never skip a second, what a great video n craftmanship !

@gregorgeiger8385 Ай бұрын

Wow! 😍Much respect for your work!👍 Best regards from germany

@jbr832 16 күн бұрын

Amazing job you have done!!! Congrats!!!

@pantora6680 5 күн бұрын

You made us think it was a newly manufactured car, with every component restored to look like new 👍👏

@williamwonders9265 Ай бұрын

Stunning work, just perfect!

@oscarjohansson1718 Ай бұрын

This is amazing! Thank you for this video.

@Loony668 Ай бұрын

I've been waiting for this for so long, thank you...

@someoneyouknow96 Ай бұрын

Evo Mx is the shit. That shift lever hack was unbelievable. I loved the bolt with the c clip modification.

@brethart8094 Ай бұрын

I'm speechless. Immaculate.

@eltallerdeltio3395 Ай бұрын

Nice job my friend 👏🏻 congratulations!

@Mxi927 20 күн бұрын

The best Video on KZfaq that I ever saw

@mangzrc Ай бұрын

Your motivation towards your projects is amazing bro, and your editing is great. I grew up on dirt bikes, and just bought a brand new 24’ Honda 250F. Excited for the next build man.

@ChanseMartin222 Ай бұрын

Wow. You killed it! I have the same bike. Great job!

@madmarc Ай бұрын

Thank you Chanse!

@ChanseMartin222 Ай бұрын

Yessir!

@ODRoach Ай бұрын

truly amazing work!!

@axel8115 17 күн бұрын

So satisfying to watch

@sansanforfun2307 Ай бұрын

Great shot. No extra stuff. Interesting to watch from start to finish.))))

@fabricecrozat6722 9 күн бұрын

The best video on KZfaq i ever saw 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌 From France

@Tomitz 24 күн бұрын

That's the best restoration that i have ever seen.... You are an artist mad scientist Brother!

@madmarc 19 күн бұрын

That's incredibly kind! thank you!

@XskinkX Ай бұрын

Unreal my man. Kudos!

@Trench_God_93 Ай бұрын

Absolutely incredible 💯🏁

@didieresquirol1592 Ай бұрын

Une œuvre d'art ❤ Elle doit finir dans un musée 😉

@joelfildes5544 24 күн бұрын

Some great ‘lesson’ in this …cheers !

@maximejonet3938 Ай бұрын

Just waaaw. What a man!

@user-cu8vg5yh3y 24 күн бұрын

Я вражений!На цей труд можна дивитися довго,дуууужжже довго.Бажаю всього лише найкращого...

@darling7084 Ай бұрын

長い間、待っていました。ありがとう。

@higheriam 27 күн бұрын

Ok, im impressed.😮 Filming, editing, not to mention the detail; endless detailing.,wow... Fit finish, end result. 😊... Oh, the repairs! . . Who does plastic?🫱😌 🥂 Well done young man.