Reviving a Legend - The Ultimate Suzuki LTZ400 Restoration Project!

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  • Reviving a Legend - The Ultimate Suzuki LTZ400 Restoration Project!
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  • @MichaelSabo
    @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +2

    Watch Part 2 of This Video - czcams.com/video/ZsKUiyBOmvc/video.htmlsi=nO5u29sScudxdgqx

  • @4thdimensiontravels855
    @4thdimensiontravels855 Před 3 měsíci +25

    Mike these bikes you build should be put in a museum. Absolutely the finest ltz400 example on the planet. Im sure a large percentage of viewers agree. Thanks for saving them 1 at a time.

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +1

      This is a huge compliment man - thank you for saying this! 🤘

    • @ItzWolfyYT
      @ItzWolfyYT Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@MichaelSabo MichaelSabo best youtuber

  • @shaneschartel1593
    @shaneschartel1593 Před 3 měsíci +5

    I really think the z was a very underrated machine. It’s a shame these and the Honda 400ex couldn’t stick around any longer… thank you Mike for giving these some attention!

  • @MichaelSaboEXTRA
    @MichaelSaboEXTRA Před 3 měsíci +79

    Stay tuned for part two where we finish this thing 🤘 If you enjoyed, hit the like button and consider subscribing 🤘😎

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +7

      Check out the Michael Sabo Extra channel in the meantime if you haven't already 🤘😎

    • @coreywoods2742
      @coreywoods2742 Před 3 měsíci +6

      Can always drop a like before I even watch the video. Because the content Is. That. Good.

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +4

      @@coreywoods2742 you're the man Corey, thank you 🤘

    • @DestinationDesert
      @DestinationDesert Před 3 měsíci +1

      Looking jacked brother! I know the feeling riding after lifting. Full body fatigue

    • @IdiotsInTheDesert
      @IdiotsInTheDesert Před 3 měsíci

      @@MichaelSabo Is there going to be another top quad series? Maybe something similar to the mid size quad version? I've seen them all atleast twice they're the best series on YT.

  • @DUNEATV
    @DUNEATV Před 3 měsíci +7

    When I watch a video, I like I usually leave a comment. But when I watch your videos, I am literally speechless! You are an absolute magician your craftsmanship is unreal. I don’t even know what to say! 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @johnsb1550
    @johnsb1550 Před 3 měsíci +14

    You build these things better than the factory.

  • @breakfree4177
    @breakfree4177 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Imagine owning a Sabo built atv and you have these detailed videos of assemblies, and an awesome reference for maintenance. Badass

  • @thejavelin7832
    @thejavelin7832 Před 3 měsíci +1

    The Z400... back when atv magazines were at their peak! Late 80's Dirtwheels and mid 2000's Dirtwheels had some of the best, tech, shootout, builds, and reader's rides articles.

  • @F5Tornado44
    @F5Tornado44 Před 3 měsíci +3

    The build is looking so sweet. The look on your face when you installed your swingarm was priceless. LMAO. Oh...don't forget your frame to motor grounds. You don't want that issue to resurface again.

  • @I509_carlos
    @I509_carlos Před 3 měsíci +3

    YO IM SO READY FOR THIS BECAUSE I USED TO OWN A Z 400 BUT IT GOT STOLEN THIS GIVES ME NOSTALGIA

    • @Mtblover1
      @Mtblover1 Před 3 měsíci +1

      Dang man I can’t imagine getting my quad stolen😢

  • @robertedwards7477
    @robertedwards7477 Před 3 měsíci +4

    Love your vids man you should do so more two stroke dirt bike builds would love to see it loved the grape ape keep up the good work though👍🏼

  • @chadriddle3517
    @chadriddle3517 Před 3 měsíci

    Mike, you simply build the most prestigious power sports machines I’ve ever seen

  • @danielgomora7455
    @danielgomora7455 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Anyone want to join me in on a game of drink every time he say’s “OEM” ?? 😂
    Awesome vid as usual Michael!

    • @border411
      @border411 Před 3 měsíci +1

      At 45 years old I don't think my liver could keep up. Its not like it used to be back in my fraternity days.

  • @red_pickle_49
    @red_pickle_49 Před 3 měsíci +1

    This goes down as my favorite build on your channel 🤘

  • @Klue27
    @Klue27 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Its so epic seeing it come together! Cant wait for part 2!

  • @toddlloyd9161
    @toddlloyd9161 Před 3 měsíci

    I wish it was final assembly . I have a love for Suzuki quads had Lt 500 loved that quad. Keep up the great work you do.

  • @manaaalsuwaidi3643
    @manaaalsuwaidi3643 Před 3 měsíci

    Man! Watching this LTZ400 series really takes me to year 2005 when i sat on one yellow LTZ400 and few months later my dad bought me one! To this day i still have it and ride it, but everything is aftermarket now and I can hard remember the OEM look! But looking at your build REALLY takes me back to the beautiful old days ! Of course I adore the way my Z400 now rides (434 big bore, FCR 41MM carb, fox air shocks and +3 a arms and suspension - dunes eating machine) but that OEM look and feel is priceless!!👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻🔥💯 Keep it up mate!

  • @kylehewitt3108
    @kylehewitt3108 Před 3 měsíci +7

    Guys.....let's tell everyone about Mike sabo...,help this man reach 1 million subs!

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +1

      You are too kind man, thank you 🤘

    • @kylehewitt3108
      @kylehewitt3108 Před 3 měsíci +2

      Keep up the awesome work man.... 👍🏾👍🏾💯💯

  • @Hubbard_Randall69
    @Hubbard_Randall69 Před 3 měsíci

    I’d say one of the most impressive projects I’ve seen you do Mike. Very interesting and cool to see how close to OEM you got with it. Awesome video Mr. Sabo!

  • @hardpackmoto
    @hardpackmoto Před 3 měsíci

    0:07 Mike in there looking like I just opened up one of those mini dirt bike action figure toys

  • @jordanpanich
    @jordanpanich Před 3 měsíci

    Looks AMAZING! Takes me back to the summer of 2002 when I agonized between buying a 400ex or the 2003 Z400!

  • @IndianGiver350
    @IndianGiver350 Před 3 měsíci

    Incredible work. And great community of like-minded subscribers who still have a passion for dirt riding of yesteryear, while the majority of folks do nothing but golf…

  • @magnaira5072
    @magnaira5072 Před 3 měsíci

    that cam cover being that different shade of blue makes that motor pop, really glad to see that and the welded case saved. truly a revival

  • @DylanTabler
    @DylanTabler Před 3 měsíci

    Possibly best powersport guy ever. I have a goal to own a sabo special one day:)

  • @brianfl33916
    @brianfl33916 Před 3 měsíci

    Sick build! I would wrap the headlight shroud/hood in the blue decals to match the graphics to make it look more like the old school 250.

  • @Proxiir
    @Proxiir Před 3 měsíci

    So stoked you went with the OG exhaust!

  • @TheATVShoppe
    @TheATVShoppe Před 3 měsíci

    A true inspiration to the sport atv community, incredible work mike! My favorite build to date. Keep up the great work!

  • @ivtec4fun55
    @ivtec4fun55 Před 3 měsíci

    I rode my buddies z400 and loved it, super comfy.

  • @JollUsARoint
    @JollUsARoint Před 3 měsíci

    Brother you definitely take pride in your work and it shows big time man you're one of the best on here I don't care what anybody says💯💪🏼💪🏼💚👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @joeyholthusen6495
    @joeyholthusen6495 Před 3 měsíci +2

    My nephew had a stroker built suzuki with a 11:1 compression piston. It went good

  • @bretwagner818
    @bretwagner818 Před 3 měsíci

    Looking very sharp Mike. Good stuff 👍🏻 Excited to see the end result. Your attention to detail is on point.

  • @jdm_mike91_90
    @jdm_mike91_90 Před 3 měsíci

    I love the part in the intro where parts are laid out and u laid out too... you put ALOT of work into these projects shits fire bro 🔥🔥

  • @hunterconley2988
    @hunterconley2988 Před 3 měsíci

    I did an entire ground up 04 z400 build last winter. When I seen you put the oil tank and rad in before the steering stem I started laughing. I did the same thing and had to take the two back out lol

  • @jessemullins8144
    @jessemullins8144 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Premium content sir. Had one in white, same pipe. Nostalgia overload!

  • @Jpisamenece
    @Jpisamenece Před 3 měsíci

    Mike you inspire me to rebuild my quads and make them look good man you help so much

  • @nicholasstrait8291
    @nicholasstrait8291 Před 3 měsíci +1

    pretty cool you’ve rode at breezewood. love the track

  • @abbottsgameclips8652
    @abbottsgameclips8652 Před 3 měsíci

    Before I watch I'm gonna say I have a 05ltz got end of last season . Did a co.plete tear down. I have everything I need for bushings bearings and almost time to start putting it back together . My wife's cousin told me about this so im gonna sit down here shortly and watch and hope I get a few tips

  • @anthonyrobert5248
    @anthonyrobert5248 Před 3 měsíci

    The word for today is "OEM"😂😂😂😂. Love the channel and the content. I've learned so much watching your videos so thanks for sharing your knowledge with everyone. Keep up the awesome content!!!!!

  • @shyancole2490
    @shyancole2490 Před 3 měsíci

    The valve cover or the cam cover whatever you want to call it I think looks awesome I love that Matt blue finish it doesn't match the frame of the four-wheeler but I think it looks great

  • @hansen3bd
    @hansen3bd Před 2 měsíci

    I had the exact same quad with the same yoshi pipe. These are such a great machine. I couldn't imagine how much money you have in new oem parts!

  • @jmaxim80
    @jmaxim80 Před 3 měsíci

    Looking good so far. Nice work, brother. You made the right choice on the exhaust system, it looks like a work of art. Catch ya on the next one.

  • @_UncleBo_
    @_UncleBo_ Před 3 měsíci

    Hell yeah dude she's coming along nice!! Brings back memories for sure!

  • @ThatHonda250R
    @ThatHonda250R Před 3 měsíci +1

    Mike I’m heading up to Scott’s power sports soon to pick up a fresh ktm125sx I’m so excited for it, Ive seen ur video on going in there and I loved it.

  • @larrysupersport
    @larrysupersport Před 3 měsíci

    LET'S GO MS!! This thing is looking SO good.

  • @bmwoliver1231
    @bmwoliver1231 Před 3 měsíci

    I think that is amazing the ltz400 is my absoulte dream quad but they Are worth a pretty penny😂. Plis keep this beast really sick that u TikTok the time to get this so original and clean.

  • @OdysseyOffroad
    @OdysseyOffroad Před 3 měsíci +1

    Mike, the attention to detail is next level. Amazing stuff. I can't wait to see the finished product man. Making me miss my Z400 😢

  • @thebigdustin
    @thebigdustin Před 3 měsíci

    Mike Sabo video is the perfect end to my Monday. Loving the build, can't wait for the next one.

  • @karsensandberg3499
    @karsensandberg3499 Před 3 měsíci +1

    The production and quality of your videos are getting so good, been a fan since last year, can’t wait to see what the future holds for your creative builds keep up the good work

  • @szmv23
    @szmv23 Před 3 měsíci

    Man,I loved the tail light dilemma😂

  • @thebeez9487
    @thebeez9487 Před 3 měsíci

    LOL I liked the layout @ 0:10 , it's like a model kit complete with action figure!

  • @theibault
    @theibault Před 3 měsíci

    You are my favorite meathead and I mean that with nothing but love!! Great job on this dude and I've watched all of the videos and all on the extra channel.

  • @johnbanghart1616
    @johnbanghart1616 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Speaking of Breezewood proving grounds I just was there again this weekend you should go back Mike it’s awesome

  • @ps.adv.9851
    @ps.adv.9851 Před 3 měsíci

    Hi Mike. This is once again an awesome build. I enjoyed it very much. 😊 Well done 🎉

  • @conallmclaughlin8674
    @conallmclaughlin8674 Před 3 měsíci

    Quad looks awesome! Cant wait to the next video!

  • @mostlymotorized
    @mostlymotorized Před 3 měsíci

    Badlands bash June 8 2024. I'll be home from Seattle by then and it's only a 4-Hour drive from southeast Wisconsin😂 I'll bring some stuff

  • @theholidayboy543
    @theholidayboy543 Před 3 měsíci

    Can’t wait to see it done

  • @TheBlasterGuy
    @TheBlasterGuy Před 3 měsíci

    Literally can’t get myself to even watch TV but always make time to watch your videos. 💪💪💪

  • @2wheelsJay
    @2wheelsJay Před 3 měsíci +2

    Yess was with the wait for sure🔥🔥

  • @henrik4740
    @henrik4740 Před 3 měsíci

    I use hair spray when I'm changing handlebar grips. Works amazing

  • @SethGranger
    @SethGranger Před 3 měsíci

    Please do a warrior 350 I need the in detail depth you go into to help build mine 🙏 love your videos and content I’ve been watching for awhile now and it amazes me how amazing your make your builds look

  • @xrrripper2327
    @xrrripper2327 Před 3 měsíci

    Lmfao I’ve had this song stuck in my head for the last few weeks it got so bad that I had to learn part of what I remembered on guitar. The whole time I was like What in the hell is this riff from!!!” I even showed it to my sister who is a huge metal head and she didn’t know. Turns out it was one of the songs played in your videos. Specifically the quadzilla full assembly video. Makes sense because it’s my favorite series of yours. But either way just another thing amazing about the content you put out love the tracks and love what your doing Mike. Keep up all the good work and so excited to see the conclusion of the LTZ build!!!!

  • @thegoodjelly4950
    @thegoodjelly4950 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Awesome!

  • @leehuntley189
    @leehuntley189 Před 3 měsíci

    Ur channel is the only one i watch every single second! No fast forwards!

  • @topnotchbarbertv9523
    @topnotchbarbertv9523 Před 3 měsíci

    Congratulations on the great build my friend

  • @johnbryner9052
    @johnbryner9052 Před 3 měsíci

    Dude, the Yoshimura looks sweet

  • @patrickoloughlin2775
    @patrickoloughlin2775 Před 3 měsíci

    This is how all your videos should be. This way is so much better to watch. We have watched you build how many bikes. This flowed better.

  • @DirtyBob200X
    @DirtyBob200X Před 3 měsíci +1

    Gonna look slick Mike, can't wait.

  • @driftlessripper104
    @driftlessripper104 Před 3 měsíci

    dude i cant wait to see this thing ripping that things truly artwork i love the cam cover that is sick 🤘

  • @tylerhalverson1017
    @tylerhalverson1017 Před 3 měsíci

    Looking good! Very clean build

  • @James-xq6kg
    @James-xq6kg Před 3 měsíci +2

    Hi Michael, I was the one asking about the pit bike earlier. I had the 230r I think I’m gonna pull the trigger on a pit bike. Thanks for your opinion.
    The engine build looks sick

  • @xSnowHD
    @xSnowHD Před 3 měsíci

    Cant wait to see you in my home town! Sadly wont be able to make it to badlands but i hope you rip the hell out the park!

  • @WVdavidB
    @WVdavidB Před 3 měsíci

    Hair spray, index or rubbing alcohol works to get grips on. The true tip is to use a blow gun and compressed air. Just wedge the tip of the gun under the lip of the grip blow and push them on.

  • @stepeat2991
    @stepeat2991 Před 3 měsíci

    No joke thought you where testing the strength of the green lock tight with hammer 😂😂 until I rewatched it 🤣

  • @tsar-bomba2413
    @tsar-bomba2413 Před 3 měsíci

    This is your best build so far, great work and she looks amazing. Perfect colors

  • @Shadowz_660R
    @Shadowz_660R Před 3 měsíci

    It's coming out sick bro great work.

  • @jasonperson9080
    @jasonperson9080 Před 3 měsíci

    Keep the videos coming man enjoy joy, the videos, awesome man

  • @dennisbrooks186
    @dennisbrooks186 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Another sick build immenses!! Hell yeah bro!! I have a $200 kfx400 to build, and a dvx400 at some point so this will come in clutch for both!!

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci +1

      200 bucks!? Lol, that must be a gem 😂

    • @dennisbrooks186
      @dennisbrooks186 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@MichaelSabo bent rod, 2 piece piston, rare custom 3 piece cylinder, and the head is grenade edition!!! Haha but only missing the exhaust so it'll get built right. I'm gonna give it to my brother for 200 and rebuild the engine if he gets the parts.

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci

      @dennisbrooks186 I hear the two piece pistons are considered a twin

  • @davidronneberg2643
    @davidronneberg2643 Před 3 měsíci

    You left us in suspense dude!

  • @t-lesk5686
    @t-lesk5686 Před 3 měsíci

    What a teaser my guy you always make it look so damn simple haha keep up they awsome work and vids my guy!!

  • @wyattguttery9614
    @wyattguttery9614 Před 3 měsíci

    Awesome video man, gonna be such a sweet unit when done 👌

  • @tommyamaya4254
    @tommyamaya4254 Před 3 měsíci

    Your bad ass Michael love your builds 💯

  • @dustinsoule4960
    @dustinsoule4960 Před 3 měsíci

    Brand new OEM!! 😆

  • @j-rc6520
    @j-rc6520 Před 3 měsíci

    Mike, your work is incredible. Impressive stuff, my man.

  • @DerredmaxTRIAX
    @DerredmaxTRIAX Před 3 měsíci +1

    Holy Guacamole Mike your the GOAT man!!

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you as always for the love man 🤘

  • @emlervlogs5397
    @emlervlogs5397 Před 3 měsíci

    Your videos never seem to amaze me! Keep it up man! I’ve been watching for a while now! Not only has the quality of your videos/explanations grown but the quality of your builds only continue to get better also! #TheManTheMyth

  • @Lracer61
    @Lracer61 Před 3 měsíci

    Awesome build!

  • @cesarguerra1333
    @cesarguerra1333 Před 3 měsíci

    Te miro desde cd Juárez Chihuahua mexico y admiro tu trabajo amigo 😊

  • @SOUR-DIESEL-OG
    @SOUR-DIESEL-OG Před 3 měsíci

    Awesome build Great Chanel 😊

  • @rickmitchell5415
    @rickmitchell5415 Před 3 měsíci

    Looks sweet,awesome job

  • @elijah9907
    @elijah9907 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Would love to see this done to an LTR450

  • @ksboi29
    @ksboi29 Před 3 měsíci

    Let's go Michael!!!!!!

  • @JacksonOffroad25
    @JacksonOffroad25 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Heck yeah this thing is sweet! PS sick brewer offroad shirt, sure would be nice if a guy could get his hands on one lol

  • @charlisendit9353
    @charlisendit9353 Před 3 měsíci

    Man you much just bench press trx 90s for fun haha. Love the video 🤙

  • @dodgybodger3124
    @dodgybodger3124 Před 3 měsíci

    Been looking forward to this. 👍

  • @Dabiiii__
    @Dabiiii__ Před 3 měsíci

    This one is a beauty man

  • @jesuslopez6609
    @jesuslopez6609 Před 3 měsíci

    When the swing arm go true🤣🤣🤣

  • @technerdy
    @technerdy Před 3 měsíci

    16:57 some electrical shrink tubing would clean up the edges of that pipe wrap nicely

  • @thungarisnaughty
    @thungarisnaughty Před 3 měsíci

    Looks great

  • @Brappydaze
    @Brappydaze Před 3 měsíci

    Awesome ! Video time

  • @shoes121255
    @shoes121255 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I know it's a late suggestion but a YFZ 450 carb would be perfect for this build. I think its something suzuki might have had on a special edition considering some of the DRZ bikes had FCR carbs. Also, I might have missed it, but did you do a DRZ base gasket for a touch extra compression?

    • @MichaelSabo
      @MichaelSabo  Před 2 měsíci

      Not a bad suggestion - seeing this just now and the build is done but I've seen guys do the FCR conversions on these. Everything is stock down to the OEM gaskets!