In addition to the exhaust tape, you could try some HVAC aluminum tape on the backside of the fender. The glue is meant for high temp applications and it should hold up for years.
Excited to see these bikes in person next week, man! You definitely have your work cut out for you. I just got my new build dialed in this past weekend and I was sweating it!
Thanks for the video. I'm an old Zilla guy, bought new, still have it (in a lonestar 250 chassis). After my first build (Duncan National kit), my zilla was running similar, swapped jetting, had no effect. Eventually found a small metal shaving on my CDI pickup...sticking straight up, tiny piece....flywheel was shaved, I suspect it was riding on flywheel until pickup grabbed it. Totally fixed at removal.
"Can't stop staring at this thing" Me too bud... Also, for something as mechanical, and simple as a carbed 2 stroke, you wouldn't think cable management would come into play. Came to work on damn engine, found out it has the needs of a computer Lol. Also, doesn't matter if you're a young and just learning, an old and grizzled veteran mechanic or if you're working on a Brigg's and Stratton, a high compression 2 stroke build, or a 1000hp Big Block...the ritual of the first start up puts a smile on the face every time. Seems like your Zilla is a little camera shy when it comes to running, but hey. That's what what the test and tune is for, will be watching the next vid to see what happens next!
I tthink your right I didnt notice a good amount of spark considering rotations the motor made . maybe pickup coil if it has one buy the flywheel. Or something making ground somewhere ignition like you said youll get it'' had one go on a honda of mine back in the day it was magnetic. so yeah took a couple times to figure it out flicked it whith my finger realized it broke but it slapped against flywheel after hard landings on jumps. Honda 250R and 500s were fun back in the day! good times. The pits were in my back yard pretty much rode daily not so much now. nice build. An collection just awsome. Nice job!!
Pingel makes some nice high flow petcocks. I would definitely get one in there eventually. But good luck getting that thing going man. Loving the vids.
@@jaegersracing definitely not trying to give you advice man lol. But yea you can def modify the old one. But a pingel would compliment the rest of that build nicely 👍🏼
Iv never had a problem by having fuel lines looped all over the place high or not.thats how my trx250r is.i have it that way so i can remove my tank and sit it on the back where subframe is without disconnecting lines if i have to do some tinkering. Works perfect.my lines are looped all the way down by the stator cover and back up.i have rubber isolated conduit clamps held on my one stator cover bolt that holds it.as long as the lines are lower then the tank it should never be an issue
2 people, ramps, and a ratchet strap wrapped around the carrier section of the swing arm. Use the strap to do the heavy lifting, have second guy hold brakes while you redo strap. Repeat. Once up on shelf, swing front end. Or, use tractor with bail spikes Or, back truck up and transfer it from truck bed
@@jaegersracing I live in philadelphia an pa riding in the coal mines and mountains are hard on the bikes but new jersey pine Barrens are sand and not 2 bad on the bikes
Hola amigo tengo una moto como la la tuya. Me podrias ayudar a conguir los fenders. Trasero y delando. Oh sabes donde los puedo comprar en color amarillo. Espero y m puedas ayudar . Gracias y feliz año nuevo ;)
This guy is such a sloppy builder...sometimes he made me cringe...just threw parts on and tightened...forget positioning or fitting them correctly...same with that chain...geezus where did this guy learn this stuff??🤣
@@josesolis4505 I wouldn't go that far. He is young, but he has excellent potential, and is sure to improve with time. I've been wrenching for 20 years, my Dad for over 50, and we still learn. His love for Suzukis is unquestionable, and very admirable. He reminds me of me when I was younger, and during better days.
Dude I don't know if your engine braking but it sounds like it I could be wrong but if you are, never engine brake on a 2-stroke! Never ever ever! The bike will run at high RPM under engine braking means lack of engine lubrication cylinder lubrication, a two-stroke engine gets lubrication under throttle gas mixed with oil!, when Engine braking with a two-stroke the cylinder is revving and running but not getting the proper oil mix for the gas that it needs again I'm only asking and just putting it out there just in case
Yeah, it’s got brand new fuel and I was thinking fuel, but it seems to me that it’s more electrical. Feels like someone is flipping the kill-switch as I ride it. Going to check for loose grounds and then check ignition and CDI. It will be solved soon🤞
In addition to the exhaust tape, you could try some HVAC aluminum tape on the backside of the fender. The glue is meant for high temp applications and it should hold up for years.
I appreciate this! Will definitely need more I think even with the tape that’s on it now. Can’t be too careful with those fenders!
Your bikes are ridiculous man!!! This is badass
You have the biggest collection of suzuki's that I have ever seen... Awesome.
Bro your collection is crazy I love it keep up the vid I automatically give u thumbs before I even watch
Love that! I appreciate it!
I love you’re videos bro 🔥🔥u help a lot
Excited to see these bikes in person next week, man! You definitely have your work cut out for you. I just got my new build dialed in this past weekend and I was sweating it!
Definitely sweating it and I’ve got 2 to do haha. Plus I work 5 days a week and never have off time… going to be super close!
The only thing I dislike about this bike is the twist throttle. Otherwise completely perfect.
It and the twin carbs will like have to go at some point. They were kind of a package deal with the current set up. I’m not the biggest fan of either
Awesome video! Would be interesting to do some testing and see how much cooler the bikes run with that additional radiator.
That’s a really good questions. I need to take my infrared thermometer to LS next week and compare when we go on group rides
Hell yeah brother you’ll get it figured out
I can’t wait to hear the 250
The wait is over. Posting the video now! I must warn you though. The first start-up is not what you’d expect… was not expecting it myself
LOVE IT! Once it is dialed in LOL great work bro keep it up
Couldn’t agree more haha! I’ll love it once it’s dialed in too haha!
Thanks for the video. I'm an old Zilla guy, bought new, still have it (in a lonestar 250 chassis). After my first build (Duncan National kit), my zilla was running similar, swapped jetting, had no effect. Eventually found a small metal shaving on my CDI pickup...sticking straight up, tiny piece....flywheel was shaved, I suspect it was riding on flywheel until pickup grabbed it. Totally fixed at removal.
Wow, would love to see the LSR!
"Can't stop staring at this thing" Me too bud... Also, for something as mechanical, and simple as a carbed 2 stroke, you wouldn't think cable management would come into play. Came to work on damn engine, found out it has the needs of a computer Lol. Also, doesn't matter if you're a young and just learning, an old and grizzled veteran mechanic or if you're working on a Brigg's and Stratton, a high compression 2 stroke build, or a 1000hp Big Block...the ritual of the first start up puts a smile on the face every time. Seems like your Zilla is a little camera shy when it comes to running, but hey. That's what what the test and tune is for, will be watching the next vid to see what happens next!
I tthink your right I didnt notice a good amount of spark considering rotations the motor made . maybe pickup coil if it has one buy the flywheel. Or something making ground somewhere ignition like you said youll get it'' had one go on a honda of mine back in the day it was magnetic. so yeah took a couple times to figure it out flicked it whith my finger realized it broke but it slapped against flywheel after hard landings on jumps. Honda 250R and 500s were fun back in the day! good times. The pits were in my back yard pretty much rode daily not so much now. nice build. An collection just awsome. Nice job!!
Pingel makes some nice high flow petcocks. I would definitely get one in there eventually. But good luck getting that thing going man. Loving the vids.
Will either get a pingel or modify stock to flow “ON” and “reserve” at same time in the future. Great advice though!
@@jaegersracing definitely not trying to give you advice man lol. But yea you can def modify the old one. But a pingel would compliment the rest of that build nicely 👍🏼
@@mrhanky5555 I totally agree with you! I think it’d be a great addition. No worries haha.
There's nothing like it great video
Lol...My tool box is sticker bombed. I'm running out of room. She gonna be sik 🤘
that's the thing about dual carburetors, syncing slides, dual float setting, dual jetting, DOUBLE TROUBLE! You have a leaky water pump btw.
In time going to probably go to a single big lectron. This system is nostalgic, but not ideal
Yes those caps will blow a bike up from running lean the suction on the tank stops flow, just take the blue tip off the gas cap.
Run it easy 30min then rip it good! Great choice w/ the Bel-Ray H1R premix oil.
I'm gonna build mine just like yours
You would t happen to know where I can get some front fender braces for an 89’ would ya?
What size ore the tires on the back of the 500? Are they Hoosiers?
Iv never had a problem by having fuel lines looped all over the place high or not.thats how my trx250r is.i have it that way so i can remove my tank and sit it on the back where subframe is without disconnecting lines if i have to do some tinkering. Works perfect.my lines are looped all the way down by the stator cover and back up.i have rubber isolated conduit clamps held on my one stator cover bolt that holds it.as long as the lines are lower then the tank it should never be an issue
Yeah, I don’t think getting fuel was the issue, but it was probably good that I revised the line routing regardless. I’m thinking it’s the ignition.
How do you get the quads on your pallet racks just picked up some and want to do them sideways like your are just havnt set them up and figured it out
2 people, ramps, and a ratchet strap wrapped around the carrier section of the swing arm. Use the strap to do the heavy lifting, have second guy hold brakes while you redo strap. Repeat. Once up on shelf, swing front end.
Or, use tractor with bail spikes
Or, back truck up and transfer it from truck bed
Pretty standard stuff with complete builds/rebuilds. Always bugs to work out. She really is a beauty tho 👌🏼
Having trouble finding the rubber inlets/grommet where the sides of the seat secure to , know were to get em ?
Looks like there might be some on eBay www.ebay.co.uk/itm/402054164623?hash=item5d9c4bb08f:g:jLsAAOSwYBpeLtPf
what size is that rear tire, goddd dammmm
Just like draining oil in a car the cap has to come off to maintain flow that's all 👌🏿
Damn gremlins
Where did you get that rear brake fluid reservoir
It’s from a Hayabusa. Probably some on ebay
Is that a factory front fender support?
Some of us with HPR pipes don’t have a way to fit the support anymore. Curious if there’s a solution.
The one I'm running is a modified stock one. Might need to add that to the list of parts to make.
@@jaegersracing shut up and take my money!!
That thing is so nice I would only drive that on the streets no dirt no sand no mud no way
Sand and streets is where it will live. Sand shouldn’t be too bad on it hopefully
@@jaegersracing I live in philadelphia an pa riding in the coal mines and mountains are hard on the bikes but new jersey pine Barrens are sand and not 2 bad on the bikes
Hola amigo tengo una moto como la la tuya. Me podrias ayudar a conguir los fenders. Trasero y delando. Oh sabes donde los puedo comprar en color amarillo. Espero y m puedas ayudar . Gracias y feliz año nuevo ;)
Who did you say you got your rear custom master cylinder from ?
It’s actually just a billet one for a hayabusa. Assuming you’re referring to the reservoir. eBay should have them
@@jaegersracing Thanks !
I'm at school :(
Is it for sale?
Check cdi had similar issue
I was late🥺
Haha what are you doing!?!
@@jaegersracing school
how the fook are those plastics so cleannn
They’re basically NOS OEM. Were hard to find
The front cover looks scratched by gas cap. : (
how do you afford this
Been collecting stuff for a long time. It’s a family effort and majority was bought back when prices weren’t insane
@@jaegersracing ah I see. Im not much of a quad guy but love the 2 strokes.
Fingers are not an accurate way of measuring chain tension. 25-30mm please!
This guy is such a sloppy builder...sometimes he made me cringe...just threw parts on and tightened...forget positioning or fitting them correctly...same with that chain...geezus where did this guy learn this stuff??🤣
@@josesolis4505 I wouldn't go that far. He is young, but he has excellent potential, and is sure to improve with time. I've been wrenching for 20 years, my Dad for over 50, and we still learn. His love for Suzukis is unquestionable, and very admirable. He reminds me of me when I was younger, and during better days.
If you’re gonna be negative don’t even type dude….
Twin carb are shit period The floats will never work properly either on an angle like that!
You’re probably right. It’s been a big hassle so far and it’s mainly nostalgic purposes anyways. Will probably put on a big lectron on in the future.
Those twins are a filter nightmare, doesn't add any real HP to the bike either, I'd prefer a big carb vs. those two smaller ones...
Dude I don't know if your engine braking but it sounds like it I could be wrong but if you are, never engine brake on a 2-stroke! Never ever ever! The bike will run at high RPM under engine braking means lack of engine lubrication cylinder lubrication, a two-stroke engine gets lubrication under throttle gas mixed with oil!, when Engine braking with a two-stroke the cylinder is revving and running but not getting the proper oil mix for the gas that it needs again I'm only asking and just putting it out there just in case
Sounds like crappy Fuel and needs a reject
Yeah, it’s got brand new fuel and I was thinking fuel, but it seems to me that it’s more electrical. Feels like someone is flipping the kill-switch as I ride it. Going to check for loose grounds and then check ignition and CDI. It will be solved soon🤞