Restoring and Racing a BEAST - 1994 Honda CR500 | Bike Builds with Aaron Colton
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Aaron Colton might have bitten off more than he can chew when he tackles restoring a 1994 CR500. Rescued from the depths of an old garage, he brings his most intimidating (and loudest) project bike ever into Garage 93 to rebuild for a race at Red Bull Day in the Dirt at Glen Helen Raceway.
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This one
Best build, and the best looking!
@@gamboi1257 ql
Well done thereRossi doppelganger
hOnDaS SuCk, iF yOu WaNt A rEaL BiKe GeT a KtM, takes one look at this masterpiece and keals over, screams reeeee reeeeee
"Honda produced this bike to humble anyone who thought they were tough" truest statement I've ever heard about this bike this build is rad dude.
The 250s humble me. I couldn’t imagine a 500
I bought a 1994 CR500 new bitd. Yes, it'd humble you.
No, it has 2 rads
The kx 500 was faster and better.
@@rt2255😮💨😮💨 rm zilla.
Red Bull knows what we want to see! Such a cool build, Aaron is living the dream.
Glad you enjoyed it 👍
@@RedBullMotorsports and
except for the music, I want to hear the engines
@@RedBullMotorsports lĺl
so true
Nice beast.. The bike that rides YOU!
I don’t think thats what bikes are for
@@melokaer6943 what @TheSighBored means is that the CR500 has so much power that u have no controll
Your actually suppose two let motorcross ride you not force it what two do u go were the bike goes not force it you will hurt yourself if you force movment of the bike
@@lauriewessel5978 i know, i just made a lame joke if you don’t understand
Pause
The fact that bikes from the 90's are considered vintage is just wild to me.
Bikes just about 30 man it’s crazy
what song was at 15:10?
People consider my 2002 kx250 vintage
It funny for my a zoomer to think of a time that people raced such awesome 2strokes and the colourfully decorated helmet and the xc courses odd I'm feeling nastalgia for something I never was alive for
@@elmuffinmanthecartelguy7296 I'm a gen z and I have an 02 kx 2 stroke and it's green,red,blue,white,black,pink, and Mt gear is red white and blue so with non symmetrical colors and gold tint goggles so I don't look modern
“I even knew a guy that broke his leg kickstarting one” Yeah that seems fine, I’ll take 2 please.
It happens. Mostly because people don't give it a few slow kicks to start with and they ignore finding TDC which is fairly simple. Even then, there's at least a dozen broken kickstarters from my dad's bikes hanging in the shop from late 90's CR500's and KX500's up to '98.
XR500 kickstart fit my 86 CR500 and they are steel and longer.
That's because the bike will kick you back when you kick it over. Must find TDC first, and avoid loading the cylinder with fuel.
@@justlucky8254 in8October
I knew a kid who actually had it happen to him. He bought the bike wanting a bigger bike than his 300KTM so he traded his KTM for the CR500 cause the guy who owned it before was almost afraid of it. I wouldn’t go that far but he was definitely weary of the bike and my friend, who is a great guy and a very good friend but sometimes he has the absolute worst ideas of anyone I’ve ever met. He showed us the bike and he was the happiest I’ve ever seen and he went to start it and I told him bud you may wanna watch it those things are monsters. He kicks it over and we heard SNAP! And he looked like he just shit a brick, he hopped off the bike and fell immediately after landing in his ankle and through the tears we heard TAKE ME TO THE HOSPITAL! so we rushed him to the ER and told the doctor what happened and the doctor goes oh God. We asked what he meant by that and he goes I’ve seen this before. He said he’d seen it about 5 or 6 times in the 90’s and 2000’s and that he thought it was the last time he’d see something like that but apparently not. He told us to invest in a MX boot or brace to keep from snapping that twig of an ankle. We laughed so hard that he just burned our friend like that but my buddy recovered and actually rode the bike for a bit but found out he just didn’t have enough room to really let that monster eat
This guy's work ethic is unbelievable he's like a robot
Why cause he put an exhaust on a dirt bike? Hahaha
@@ryanzepp9185 yeah, cause that’s all he did... grow up
xD
This dude is that man .but don't throw da chain in da can.
It's amazing. I see why a restored bike like this cost so much.
Before the internet, I remember reading “selling due too injury”
The interactions you have with your little girl and your grandfather is awesome to see! I love the respect you show! Bless you, my man!
We’ve all have been waiting for this 🤤
its been to long
yeaaah
Me too
Your daughter is so cute! I wish my kids would still come ask me what sorts of treats I’d like to order off of them.
ayy man its ok your daughter is probabbly all grown up now ! might be doing it for real now !😂
@@by7md334 Yep!
@@tombryant4518 🙏🙏
Lol I'm taking the orders. I feel like a drive up Sonics. Dad i want and rc truck umm a new dirtbike oh and a new helmet. Lol 😆
Staged
I used to ride a YZ490 back in the day. Geared up for max top end. Still had enough torque to rip a huge rooster from standing. We used to ride every weekend from Friday arvo to Sunday night. Fire trails, sand dunes, steep hills, creek crossings, you name it. There were 6 of us, sometimes more, and we were competitive. Every time we rode, it was a race. It was the most fun I ever had. These days, at 63 yrs old, I'm riding a WR450F. It's just not the same.
Watched a video the other day of a guy getting tossed off one of these and it brought back memories of my uncle riding when I was a kid. This was the last big bike he had and he rode it like it was nothing. I was 10 and always stood stood in awe of his bikes because they were huge to me but I never appreciated his riding skills until I got older. He had been riding since he could walk and was the toughest sob I have ever known. Great video
Aaron's wife is sleeping in the garage with him working on this project thats dedication
Im glad im not the only one who noticed that
What time stamp
@@lilxtraxs9046 14:23
Awhhhhh
oh yes, sleeping. so hard. She's really making a sacrifice to get that bike finished.
Wish you could make this a permanent thing, amazing as always!
That is the plan! Keep your eyes peeled every few months. We have more cooking already!
@@AaronColton93 Can't wait! Love the cubby house in front of the garage idea :D
This is one of the most impressive restoration I’ve seen in a while, awesome job!
IF ONLY I COULD FIND A CENTER SHIFT FORK AND CLUTCH BASKET my 89 would rip :(
I could sell you one
Hi fooligan I have A 1988 Honda crf 250
@@gaming_goat8357 88 CRF? You mean CR?
Get custom made
3d print
This is how a bike build video should be done. That’s mega 🏴
14:51 is the perfect theme song for this beast! Great job on the build.
What song is it tho
Which is the name from this song?
I've had a cr500 31 years. I run my 500 a gear high to soften the hit. Less tiring too. Most fun bike I've ever had.
Powerband dodging 😂
Might be a bit late to the party (sorry), but this is the first video I've seen of Colton where he's not just riding and it was still awesome! What a super chill dude he is. We all know Colton is a gifted rider, but it seems like he's also a very organized mechanic and very relaxed in front of a camera. Very enjoyable to watch!
Love these videos with Aaron Colton. Wish there were more Garage 93 vids
We are working on that! You will see more builds shortly!
Nothing like a well designed garage lay out . Beautiful.
My lord that rebuild looks gnarly! Definitely bringing back memories.
These are my favorite kind of videos from you guys over at Redbull, love the bike builds. Start to finish as it should be and actually entertaining
Nothing beats the sound of an open-class 2-stroke.
Woulda been good if the editor left in some sound of it at full chat
I've got that sound burned in my memory for life.
Bammmm bambambam bammmmmmmmmmm
It's barks "Back, Back Back, Back"!!! Get behind one and you'll know why. I used to just duck when one was passing me on the track, I knew it would be throwing big rocks at me. 😂😂😂
Love the part where your daughter takes your order. Beautiful restoration, nice work!
What a build dude, I used to own a ‘92 wr200, loved it to bits, had awesome memories on it as a youngster, but a few years ago I had to let it go since it was getting old and it was gonna be costly to restore it back to its glory, so I sold it to one of my dads mates that repairs bikes and he got it running better than it has ever ran, I recently got back into riding after 5+ years and bought myself a ‘08 Yamaha wr450f, my dads mate comes riding with us every now and again on the 200, damn I miss those days but it’s in a better home now
Seriously, thank you for keeping it stock looking, particularly a classic like that. No disrespect, but a lot of rebuilds these days when the bike turns in to a 2 wheel advertisement for every nut and bolt and part on the bike is a little played out.
I can't stand 99% of car shows. The only really truly good channel is Millyard's personal KZhead channel. None of the people watching have an extra $35,000 of some other person's money, to just buy 100% custom parts, and a team of 12 mechanics to do all the work for them. Car shows are completely out of touch with the average person.
@@Ritalie Take a look at Project Binky. Practically everything on that car is custom fab work done by the two guys who are building it.
If you like clean rebuilds you should check out G9Garage !!!!!!
@@enduridou why do we love rebuilds? Hahah
@@Ritalie also vice grip garage is a great show to watch
Beautiful restoration, I had a '93 CR500R that I raced desert with in the late 90's - that beast was insane.
Just gotta say i LOVE this series! And Aron, your garage is so freakin clean and neat it brings a tear to my eye every time✨
Rewatching this video again. Best part is his gramps coming to drop it off to his grandson. Missing my grandfather this time of year.. my Christmas seasons haven’t been the same and kind of died since he passed away. Love who ya got while ya got them!
Awesome that you kept the original colors! I'm 40 and still in love with 2-stroke bikes from the 90's. Great build!!!
When he got it started I almost cried at the beautiful sound
this is the best restaurant of a cr500 I've ever seen
I love how Aaron kept it original! It's a Beauty and a Beast!...
Great job! I just restored a 1995 CR250 so this build was close to my heart!
THIS was the best video ever. Someone who actually restores a classic and goes race it hard afterwards. I LOVE IT !!! Made my day.
We build Go Pieces not just Show Pieces in Garage 93!
Your "cookie salsa" remark to the young lady shows me that you are beyond a stellar feller you are a real man and a father(just the kind of person who should be procreating i m o) yet another reason why I love your channel.... Fricken "Cookie salsa" 🤘🏼😅♥️
Thread locker on everything with these old girls and go over everything with a spanner each moto... everyone learns that the hard way! Good stuff mate well done!!! 👏
What a dream bike. So nice to see one in good hands. Amazing work Aaron!
That thing turned out incredible. Great job bringing an icon back from the grave.
I miss my 1994 cr125 high compression, pipe, reeds, lightened crank and rod, and all the goodies on c16 with castor 927. I raced AMA district 16 for a long time. 125jr and 125B. That bike ripped, would easily keep up with mostly stock 250s. I miss those days so much. I was lucky enough my uncles buisness was one of my sponsors so every race I had new Dunlop soft tires, air filter, filter spray, fuel, and oil. I wish I was 16 again. Favorite track was always Fond Du Lac Wisconsin, the step up there after the first turn was huge. 4th gear wide open all the way through the face, easily land 100 or 120 feet out. Then always arenacross in Rockford Illinois that was always a fun track too, not nearly as fast but very technical. Glen Helene was always more of a Motocross track then a supercross track, and so sandy.
I learned to ride on a race prepped and built CR500R. This video brings back so many memories.
I noticed at 18:48 he says that the sprocket bolts keep on vibrating loose. I know there’s a lock wiring technique that they use on airplane propellers to keep them from loosening. You have to use bolts with holes drilled through them, but that could easily be done. Just an idea. Awesome video man!
Good old saftey wire holes! Lol
Or drill the holes thru your own bolts🤔
loctite??
@@MikeSeagroves yeah, I suppose the red loctite would probably work. The blue might still vibrate loose though.
Yes, 247 loctice would be good enough..
Dude you have inspired me to clean my garage and finish my 1986 cr500 thanks for the post your mint 💪
Haha minute 9 when he delivered that saddle and the cooler. Super awesome filmed and of course talented driving.
Truly a MX 2 stroke legend.. CR 500 Love to have one in my living room.. Congratulations on doing a great rebuild
Thank you for adding the scenes with his daughter. Great to see the real life part. Also, going to be calling the seat company you used to see if they can help me out with my 1990 Africa Twin!
came to fast forward and ended up watching the whole thing. I’ll take a cookie salsa too
Why wasn't this recommended to me a long time ago? KZhead has failed me yet again. There is so much talent in one garage. Aaron has mad skills & excellent taste to go with it.
Same this is such a cool bike
Frfr lol
When his daughter came in that was adorable
14:25 love how his wife just chilling there on the sofa while he is working. Hahaha cute
Thought it was a mannequin at first
She is worth it
Raced a 97' KX500 once and it was a fantastic experience I don't believe the power of these bikes is what makes them a beast. Honestly my 450 still scares me more with its speed. But what shocked me the most about the 500s, was the violent vibrations from the motor and how quickly it wears your arms out. Like it was just evil how this bike wears you out purely with its own idle. Definitely one of the most interesting and fun bikes I have been given the chance to ride Shame the prices nowadays just make them a museum piece
As a life long owner and racer of a 1986 its awesome seeing the current generation enjoy a beast.
Nice to see a young buck appreciating what we had in the 90s
Finally, a sick build video where they actually ride the masterpiece.
Nothing better than a 500. Super easy to start, using the secret, turns well, jumps well and halls ass. I had two. Dead reliable bike. Mexico was no match. I had a Yamaha IT something kick stand and it was so useful. Great video. Well done.
Thanks for showing this beast!
Honda 2- strokes were the bomb. Had an Elsinore 125 back in the day.
Nothing like when you can do your own work like the building I love the energy keep it coming should do a KX 500 next
Your knowledge is outstanding and a joy to watch
Oh my lord did not expect your bubba to come in and take your order. I’m not an emotional person but that was beautiful. 🇦🇺
This classic bikes when restored is so strong.
Awesome rebuild, mate. Great to see one being ridden the way they should be.
I used to watch your videos when you were 14 and stunt riding in parking lots. Nice to see you all grown up!
I like watching Aaron work through a project. Very methodic. A good way to go through any project. Was stoked to see a CR500 roll out of the truck. Would like to see more detail on your finishes you use and how to re spoke a wheel.
The way he unloaded that bike scared me 😂
As an original 90's spanner spinner all I can say say is Old Honda memories here bro!!! I lOVE your garage setup and HELL yeah these bikes command respect!
I remember trying to rebuild old BSA bantams In the 60s it was hard to do, but this guys skills are on another level
My first video I’ve seen of yours loved the production and holy god your daughter was the cutest 🥺😂😂
"Honda developed this motorcycle specifically to humble people. To humble anyone that think they are tough". Hahaha so true.
I love ya curb service. She is precious. Very nice bike and build. I feel in love with the first Elsinores, back in 73 I think. Long time ago. Ride safe.
I stumbled on to this channel last night. Wow what an amazing job, looks fantastic. I’m looking forward to watching the rest of the refurbs 😁
Tyler couldn’t even brush his teeth for the interview lmao
😂😂
That's what I'm saying
Not much time to brush your teeth the moment you come off the track.
Or the last 50 interviews
More like detailing than restoring when you're getting them that nice and already running
yep. I would changed the plug and put some rust eater on the bottom frame rails Then work on it
4:05 that clutch is MOVING
Top restauration, top man-cave you´ve got there! And not only for looking, u actually use it the way it gotta be used. Awesome, thumbs up!
So why drill the holes in the piston? Awesome build. Wish I had his patience, knowledge, expertise, .........and shop!
It helps lubricant the cylinder bridge so that it doesn’t wear your piston down as fast
What a skilled chap you are! New subscriber, great build, great video production.
This Honda cr 500 , was the very first 2 stroke I had ever ridden! I was 9years old at the time, I didn’t leave second gear .
Bike company's NEED to make these kinda bike again! I miss 2-strokes
It's an absolute thing of beauty great job merry Christmas bro
Merry Christmas Dean! Thank you.
Love your videos man love watching you restore these old bikes❤️❤️❤️
My grampa used to ride a cr500 in the 80s and 90s never thought it was that crazy till I rode a 87kx 500 and that opens up a whole new level of realization on how crazy he was
Crazy clean and fast bike! Nice content!! ❤️🔥
“A clean bike is a fast bike” 👍🏼
Love it how he doesn’t have a mechanic and does it himself
Impressive skills for a relative youngster! Especially the wheel lacing.
When redbull sponsors a renovation it's no problem. To pay for such a project yourself is a fortune
That's A sick bike👍 i have the rare 84 CR500R✌
I would love to get a hold of one of those air cooled models!
My dad had an ‘87. It was a missle. Sold it to a friend and that guy launched it off a dune in southern cal. Bent himself and the bike up pretty good. It got parted out and the engine placed in a go-cart. A 4-wheel killer. The legend lives on somewhere I’m sure.
I need those pink plastics in my life !!
She’s a ripper! I would love to see you work up a Garage 93 BRP 650r. Two of Honda’s biggest beasts sitting next to each other would be a magicial sight.
such a beautiful build! incredible job!
The best vidéo on KZhead!! Good job!!
Those are some big shoes to fill! Thank you for the support!
Omg your daughter is so cute...I remember when mine were little like that lol
He had to put in some serious time everyday. Like 14hr hour days. His work ethic impresses me the most!
This was a very good looking bike already before rebouild...great work ...love the two stroke...
He looks like a 17y old boy is stuck in a body of a 30y old. Strange..
This is a CRINGE comment. But since you said it, go check out the FortNine motorcycle channel. Ryan looks like he is 12 years old, but he talks like a more intelligent Charlie Sheen. He has a tremendous broadcast voice.
@@Ritalie "Talk like an intelligent charlie sheen' fuck dude I will NEVER get that out of my mind watching Ryan now.
@@Ritalie do you even know what cringe means?
@@Ritalie LMFAO !!! i was just watching that guy ! hahah ya but his filming is aaa. same with his knowledge take care
Go look at engineering explained he looks like....a old young person
3:51 - "my most nervous moment of all time."
I had a '91 CR 500 and in my mind is still the best bike I've ever owned.