New to the 2 stroke scene

[belly]

Well, i just picked up a '99 yz 125 this past weekend. I was big into the 50's and pitbikes for the past few years, and decieded to get a big bike.
here's a pic of the bike. it's all stock and runs great, but there's always room for upgrades!

[Woody_393]

Welcome to

Nice bike too, she looks like she could use a little love, but I'm sure you can take care of that.

[Bill H]

Welcome to dirt bike Nirvana. 125 2 strokes are the most fun bikes to own period. That bike looks like it was rode hard and put away wet. Before riding I would highly recommend going over it relubing everything and tightening all of the bolts. The bike definitly looks salvagable for minamum amount of money.

[DRGSin393]

Congrat on the new smoker! And a hearty welcome to

[belly]

thanks. i'm gonna find some time to tear it down this week and go through everything. (clean it up too) thinkin about just gettin a new piston, rings, and rod and start fresh. i'm sure i'll have some questions along the way.

[Woody_393]

Not a bad idea since it's new to you.

[92rm125]

Good looking bike, but you may want to do as Bill said.

[krut2]

i have a 99 yz125.......i have all the same wear spots on the frame and case as you do.......guess it was just how it was designed.....things pretty quick isn't it.

[belly]

yeah, she moves pretty good! i was thinkin about just paintin the frame to stop the rust. is there any known problems with this year?

[Bill H]

A repaint is a good idea. just be sure to sand off all the rust and smooth the transitions to the old paint for a good looking job. Otherwise the rust will continue to keep eating and bubble the paint too. Works connection makes frame guards out of aluminum for the high wear spots to stop the paint from being rubbed off and having the same problem next season too.

[TYSTYX]

Originally Posted by Bill H

..... 125 2 strokes are the most fun bikes to own period.

[krut2]

i havent had any problem with the bike at all.....i just gotta remember when i get a new back fender to take the clips off before i throw it away..

[Florida 393]

Welcome Aboard ATM, Nice looking YZ you have there. Clean her up and ride till you drop. My son has an 03 YZ 125 he absolutely loves.

Bill