Beau Marusa That's good man, I like to see kids your age trying to get into this stuff and stay out do trouble. Keep at it! Where are you located? I'll have some banshees for sale at tax time.
South Texas Banshee I am about 30 minutes away from Dallas Texas in a small town called argyle and I love your Channel I would like to buy one of your bikes but I am looking for a cheep used one That I can rebuild and make it look good I have Been looking one Craig's list for used bikes and there are a few that look like they are in pretty good condition for around 3000 dollars but I am still a ways away from that right now I only have 1200 dallors from doing yard work
Beau Marusa I'm 5 hrs from there I have one here I can make you a deal on. It's in great shape. Engine hasn't been put in yet but is ready to go. Text me 361-243-0431
Im picking up an 01 banshee tomorrow, trading straight up for a good set of used truck tires i got for free. I already know the motor is gonna need work, but thats cool with me because its basically a free quad lol. Im glad i found this channel though, you seem very knowledgeable on these things. Im sure ill be checking back several times as i try and bring this thing back to life.
Been using you're channel for the last few days now. Balancing carbs etc. Great vids man. They have taught me well, and got the Banshee started !!!! Just a quick idea for your tickover screw... I reckon a decent spring behind the screw instead of thread lock would work well too. Thanks alot man !!!!! You should have a bitcoin or PP address for people to tip you ;)
Southtexasbanshee.com Have him take a look, if he needs help finding what he needs he is welcome to call me. My number is at the top of the homepage. Have a great night sir!
Heck yea man. Chew’em down. All these bikes are soooooo over priced. The banshee in video would list for 5-6k now. At that time I’d have sold that banshee for 2300 tops
Just bought a 1996 350 Banshee and just ordered Amsoil Dominator for Transmission and engine. Can I also use this oil in the gas at a 32 to 1 ratio? Thanks
I just picked up a clean totally stock 2001 Banshee yesterday! Knew what to look out for thanks to your vid. Will totally hit you up if / I need a harness!
Southtexasbanshee.com Feel free to reach out to me at the phone number on the very top of my website. I’ve am more than happy to help you find anything you’re looking for have a great evening and thank you for everything.
I've found a Banshee being sold locally for $1050. Is this a good deal, or a sketchy seller? Also, how often do pistons blow in Banshees, and what should I do to avoid blowing pistons?
I have a chance to get one in good condition for $3500 but I don’t know because I want to know how often you have to rebuild the top end and how much it costs more or less, can you help me out?
Best advice for anyone that is buying a vehicle like this....Call me (Yamaha Certified Tech) or someone like this guy who knows his stuff. Calling someone like us to look at your vehicle will save you soooo much time and effort. You may pay us a 100 or less but it will save you 1000 $$$$$ ,s of dollars in the long run.. I wish i called someone before i became a tech to come and look at my vehicles befor i bought them...If anything like this guy says you have some advantage when it comes to buying and you will have the satisfaction of going into a purchase with your eyes wide open rather than guessing.. As i said if your going to pay someone get a Model specific Tech..if your getting a Honda then try and get a Honda tech...Done go get a Honda jet tech when your going to buy a Yamaha 4 wheeler.. I tech is better than nothing but Im a marine certified Yamaha tech so i might miss something on the drive train..better to have a model specific tech..As i said if a honda tech is all you have then they at least know basics on 4 stroke engines. Find one that at least has a hobby for them.. Good luck and thanks for this post..
Hey man not sure if this is a good place to ask you this but, I have a banshee that refuses to start unless I stand it up on the grab bar.... LOL. After standing it up it'll usually start up after 3 or 4 kicks and runs fantastic once started. My only mods are fmf pipes and UNI foam pod filters. Im running a 260 main and a 27.5 pilot with the needle on the 3rd clip. Any ideas why this could be?
Eric Coomer lol that's a good one, check that the float bowls are on the right carbs. The one with a small brass bb facing the engine is the choke bowl. The choke WILL NOT work if the bowls are swapped, the right bowl has no choke circuit. Another thing, check the float height,it's possible it is set way too low. Sounds like it's not getting the fuel it needs, when you stand it on end. Fuel trickles into the carb throats and it fires up.
Elijah not trying to be mean or be rude, but $900 isnt going to buy you a banshee. If you want one that is really sound and properly maintained. Then your gonna be spending about $2500 to $3000.
John Clutch Really just the 87-90 j arms, calipers, front rock guards, spindles, upper arm (of course), and axle carrier is different than all others. Much harder to find parts for. The 90 also had the same wheel bolt patters front and rear. 4/156 Those are odd balls too. So stay 91 up and you’ll be golden. Remember the 10th digit on the frame tells the year. Have a good one.
I have a cr250 that takes 20 kicks to start up cold, but once it's warm it starts up first kick. It has lots of compression I can tell you that. Any suggestions on what it can be ?
TheLorenz4413 That's gonna be a carb synch/air mixture issue. I see that a lot and people try to even it out while it's idling. That really hard to do, oil and fuel accumulates in the pipes and on the pipe walls so a quick turn of the air screw isn't going to change the smoke output right away. Let's say the right pipe is smoking more at idle what you need to do is, 1)First get a baseline, close both air screws and then set them to where the bike runs pretty good. 2) take it for a ride, not a trail ride just down it down the street a few times and air or out good n hard 3) come back and let it idle and look at the smoke output, if the right is still smoking more, open the air screw about half a turn on that carb and close the other about 1/4 turn. Try to split the difference. Try to get the right side to back off some and maybe try getting a little more from the left to even it 4) it won't change while sitting there so take it out again and clean it out and repeat until you've got what you want. **before you do any of this make double certain the float heights are even, high float height WILL do this.
South Texas Banshee ok thanks for the reply...I'm gonna try that today ive only started it twice it seemed like when i gave it more throttle it kinds evened out but i didnt want to get on it too hard...also I wanted to ask you about the jetting I run the bike at 1900ft above sea level it has a cool head 21cc domes T-5 pipes w/cascade silencers k&n pods stock crank 64.75 pistons mid dune port +2 timing on 110 vp
Brandon Quenneville Yea needs a grease job for sure, bad thing about owning 8 quads, some get neglected sadly. I try n keep up as much as I can. You know what they say, a painter paints everyone's house but his, a plumber fixes everyone's pipes but his etc etc..
Hard to start could be simple jetting . learn how to jet and make up for peoples mistakes . cold starts are no big deal . look like a goon for feeling around for temp
What to check for in a banshee
#1: does it go?
#2: if you have any other questions refer to #1
you just taught me how to knock a couple hundred off my next bike purchase! Thanks
Yes thats what I was saying too😅
Yes sir!!!💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽
I am 13 and have been saving money and doing a ton of yard work saving up for a banshee I have 1200 dollars right now
Beau Marusa
That's good man, I like to see kids your age trying to get into this stuff and stay out do trouble. Keep at it!
Where are you located? I'll have some banshees for sale at tax time.
South Texas Banshee I am about 30 minutes away from Dallas Texas in a small town called argyle and I love your Channel I would like to buy one of your bikes but I am looking for a cheep used one That I can rebuild and make it look good I have Been looking one Craig's list for used bikes and there are a few that look like they are in pretty good condition for around 3000 dollars but I am still a ways away from that right now I only have 1200 dallors from doing yard work
Beau Marusa
I'm 5 hrs from there I have one here I can make you a deal on. It's in great shape. Engine hasn't been put in yet but is ready to go. Text me 361-243-0431
South Texas Banshee I texted you what's your name?
My texts are not going through try texting me 8177070386
Very knowledgeable. I'm going to look at a Banshew tomorrow and I will be looking at all these items. Thank you for sharing this video.
sir, you are the best! you have a ton of knowledge on this stuff
AMAZING video! Very thorough and to the point thanks so much
Im picking up an 01 banshee tomorrow, trading straight up for a good set of used truck tires i got for free. I already know the motor is gonna need work, but thats cool with me because its basically a free quad lol. Im glad i found this channel though, you seem very knowledgeable on these things. Im sure ill be checking back several times as i try and bring this thing back to life.
Learned a lot. Thanks man!!!
Good video for basic maintenance and what to look for to keep the Banshee running like a Banshee. Excellent video!
Thank you so much for your comment and support!
you are truly talented my friend great vids
I appreciate this video man very informative thanks
This was supper informative and helpful.ty.
I'm trying to buy a banshee in the uk right now. Top video, love from the uk
Thank you for this video, so useful
I've had several banshee over the years and the bad detent ball on the kick starter is the most annoying rattle on reve up. Lol 😆
Also check around the sprocket for case damage
Thanks really needed this
Been using you're channel for the last few days now. Balancing carbs etc. Great vids man. They have taught me well, and got the Banshee started !!!!
Just a quick idea for your tickover screw... I reckon a decent spring behind the screw instead of thread lock would work well too.
Thanks alot man !!!!!
You should have a bitcoin or PP address for people to tip you ;)
Nice!!!! If ya ever need a harness hit me up
Southtexasbanshee.com
Don’t fall for the cheap china stuff !
@@kevingalindo1 My pal needs a harness bro
how much ?
Southtexasbanshee.com
Have him take a look, if he needs help finding what he needs he is welcome to call me. My number is at the top of the homepage. Have a great night sir!
Should of looked for bends in the frame, good video tho brother thanks
thank you for making this video am traveling a few hours to go see a banshee this well definitely help👌
Heck yea man. Chew’em down. All these bikes are soooooo over priced. The banshee in video would list for 5-6k now. At that time I’d have sold that banshee for 2300 tops
i'm buying a banshee roller soon, needs cylinders and some other small stuff. i'm looking forward to your videos helping me get it right!
If u full lock the steering and keep rolling back will it touch the A arm? The tie rod?
hey i just bought my first banshee it needs alot of work how much would it cost for you to make me a full wiring harness its a 2003
Wassup this is Fat Meech out in Compton this video really helps I'm getting a bike in like a week ! if i have any questions where can i contact you
Great video my man this will help me a lot tomorrow!
You end up buying one? I’m going to buy one tommarow
@@ProteinPounder nah the guy never showed up I ended up buying a Yamaha Raptor 700R 2024 instead
If the banshees in my area have no factory heel guards its usually limbed
What do I look for when I pop that water pump cover? I'm having an overheating problem
Just bought a 1996 350 Banshee and just ordered Amsoil Dominator for Transmission and engine. Can I also use this oil in the gas at a 32 to 1 ratio? Thanks
you're videos really help
Jesse Patterson
Much appreciated!
you're welcome, I've watched all you're videos just about and I have a long way to go but you've definitely helped
Thankyou THANKYOU for the video! Real big help!
Your welcome!!!!
If you ever need a harness for it, look me up!
Southtexasbanshee.com
I just picked up a clean totally stock 2001 Banshee yesterday! Knew what to look out for thanks to your vid. Will totally hit you up if / I need a harness!
Southtexasbanshee.com
Feel free to reach out to me at the phone number on the very top of my website. I’ve am more than happy to help you find anything you’re looking for have a great evening and thank you for everything.
What is the piston pressure that should be on it?
Is it possible to run stock carburetor on a 98 banshee wit 66.25 wiseco piston
When you do the clutch change vid do you think you can knock out the coolant empty/refill and air purge vid too ?
Edgardo Alvarado
Will do Eduardo !
At 18:15 in the video, where did you get that air filter aluminum bracket at?. Ty, great video
brianadams429 pro design pro flow adapter. Ebay. 💪🏽
Do you have a banshee roller for sale or know anyone that’s selling
I might just go and look at one just to ride it lol
I've found a Banshee being sold locally for $1050. Is this a good deal, or a sketchy seller? Also, how often do pistons blow in Banshees, and what should I do to avoid blowing pistons?
Dont run WOT, richer is better than too lean. Every 100 hours if your conservative, every 150 if your just trail riding
What about if the bike has a title? Im in Houston, tx.
Just bought a clean 06 se banshee basically all stock just has t6s on it. Can see from my profile pic.
Jen bear the anwser to your question on bad water pumps. The. Pump would be leaking.
Can you put links for parts
what is the best way to contact you?
I have a chance to get one in good condition for $3500 but I don’t know because I want to know how often you have to rebuild the top end and how much it costs more or less, can you help me out?
About every 50 hours depending on how u ride...top end around $400 if u do the labor yourself
Please tell me how to buy
Best advice for anyone that is buying a vehicle like this....Call me (Yamaha Certified Tech) or someone like this guy who knows his stuff. Calling someone like us to look at your vehicle will save you soooo much time and effort. You may pay us a 100 or less but it will save you 1000 $$$$$ ,s of dollars in the long run.. I wish i called someone before i became a tech to come and look at my vehicles befor i bought them...If anything like this guy says you have some advantage when it comes to buying and you will have the satisfaction of going into a purchase with your eyes wide open rather than guessing..
As i said if your going to pay someone get a Model specific Tech..if your getting a Honda then try and get a Honda tech...Done go get a Honda jet tech when your going to buy a Yamaha 4 wheeler.. I tech is better than nothing but Im a marine certified Yamaha tech so i might miss something on the drive train..better to have a model specific tech..As i said if a honda tech is all you have then they at least know basics on 4 stroke engines. Find one that at least has a hobby for them.. Good luck and thanks for this post..
i need advise
Hey man not sure if this is a good place to ask you this but, I have a banshee that refuses to start unless I stand it up on the grab bar.... LOL. After standing it up it'll usually start up after 3 or 4 kicks and runs fantastic once started. My only mods are fmf pipes and UNI foam pod filters. Im running a 260 main and a 27.5 pilot with the needle on the 3rd clip. Any ideas why this could be?
Eric Coomer
lol that's a good one, check that the float bowls are on the right carbs. The one with a small brass bb facing the engine is the choke bowl. The choke WILL NOT work if the bowls are swapped, the right bowl has no choke circuit.
Another thing, check the float height,it's possible it is set way too low. Sounds like it's not getting the fuel it needs, when you stand it on end. Fuel trickles into the carb throats and it fires up.
Thanks for the reply. I'll check those things out and see if it gets better.
Elijah not trying to be mean or be rude, but $900 isnt going to buy you a banshee. If you want one that is really sound and properly maintained. Then your gonna be spending about $2500 to $3000.
you mention if you have the fuel on and the fuel leaks out of the carbs, what with the floats need to be fixed?
The float height,or needle needs adjustments
@@UNKLEWHEELIESON thank you
how much do the cdi coils and stator run for a banshee price wise
Gerardo Moreno
New, stators are really high, around 380.00 used 125ish
Could new I'm not sure, used are just as good, 30 bucks
Do you sale Banshee’s
How can I buy a bike from u
STB, I know there was very little changes made from year to year, but is there any years you should avoid?
John Clutch
Really just the 87-90 j arms, calipers, front rock guards, spindles, upper arm (of course), and axle carrier is different than all others. Much harder to find parts for. The 90 also had the same wheel bolt patters front and rear. 4/156 Those are odd balls too. So stay 91 up and you’ll be golden. Remember the 10th digit on the frame tells the year. Have a good one.
South Texas Banshee, thank you
I have a cr250 that takes 20 kicks to start up cold, but once it's warm it starts up first kick. It has lots of compression I can tell you that. Any suggestions on what it can be ?
Carbs
Nice bike
what if the motor just got rebuilt and one side smokes more than the other.....both sides have 165lbs of compression?
TheLorenz4413
That's gonna be a carb synch/air mixture issue. I see that a lot and people try to even it out while it's idling. That really hard to do, oil and fuel accumulates in the pipes and on the pipe walls so a quick turn of the air screw isn't going to change the smoke output right away.
Let's say the right pipe is smoking more at idle what you need to do is,
1)First get a baseline, close both air screws and then set them to where the bike runs pretty good.
2) take it for a ride, not a trail ride just down it down the street a few times and air or out good n hard
3) come back and let it idle and look at the smoke output, if the right is still smoking more, open the air screw about half a turn on that carb and close the other about 1/4 turn. Try to split the difference.
Try to get the right side to back off some and maybe try getting a little more from the left to even it
4) it won't change while sitting there so take it out again and clean it out and repeat until you've got what you want.
**before you do any of this make double certain the float heights are even, high float height WILL do this.
South Texas Banshee ok thanks for the reply...I'm gonna try that today ive only started it twice it seemed like when i gave it more throttle it kinds evened out but i didnt want to get on it too hard...also I wanted to ask you about the jetting I run the bike at 1900ft above sea level it has a cool head 21cc domes T-5 pipes w/cascade silencers k&n pods stock crank 64.75 pistons mid dune port +2 timing on 110 vp
TheLorenz4413
Probably need to be around 330 mains maybe a little more, down at sea level imported motors with pods call for 330's all day long
South Texas Banshee ok great thanks for all the help love your vids!
Kevin hey man I have a couple of questions to ask you about a build I'm about to start.
Daniel Reza
message me man prefer messenger but SMS is fine
South Texas Banshee how can I get hold of you on messenger.
Daniel Reza
Look me up on Facebook man, then message Me Kevin Galindo, yellow banshee profile pic with a Honda road bike as the wall paper
How to buy
What's the Best way to know if I have a bad water pump?
Jerry Monroe pull the water pump cover and have a look at the impeller 😉
Ok what am I looking for?
Also is there a gasket I will need to replace after I pop the cover off?
front end is going to be shot in no time with the friction squeaks. via washing down with water *
Brandon Quenneville
Yea needs a grease job for sure, bad thing about owning 8 quads, some get neglected sadly. I try n keep up as much as I can.
You know what they say, a painter paints everyone's house but his, a plumber fixes everyone's pipes but his etc etc..
What fuel mix should I use on my stock banshee 50:1?
Nelson Corbin
32:1 sir
South Texas Banshee thanks! Love all your videos
Can you make a video how to mix oil? Specifically 5 gallons of gas
Nelson Corbin 32.1 best
I thought this was a warframe video
I had to lean the hard way
nice... you are back! ;)
Themanu2222ful
Been really busy bub!
Hard to start could be simple jetting . learn how to jet and make up for peoples mistakes . cold starts are no big deal . look like a goon for feeling around for temp
Only buy one if it has flames or other ugly graphics on it. Definitely a great rule….
if i don't turn my gas off it'll leak a lot
Big Crip
Float needles either aren't holding or the float level is set too high. Also, the rubber o ring on the needle seats could be leaking
South Texas Banshee thanks man
Im 14 will a banshee be good for me to ride around on i have previus experiens in quads i have raced quads before and I am on top 20 in north sweden
Im looking at buying a 1988 yamaha banshee for 1350$
mitt i skogen productions oh yea it’ll be great for ya. Both my keys have been on banshees since they were 10. your good to go
@@kevingalindo1 the 1988 white banshee looks sick whit black front fenders. Just sayin👍 not really a fan of cut fenders tho
Did you say 11 year old