1975 Honda CT90 Rebuild, ASMR Special | The Shop Manual 

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"Come on little buddy, you carried me a thousand miles, I'll push you 50 yards." You owed this to that wonderful little bike. You respect this machine!

We need more of this from Ari, he seems in his element, and it was so soothing and fascinating to watch.

This was hands down my favorite revzilla video ever. The alaska trip combined with this beautiful rebuild afterwards was amazing to enjoy.

Boy didn't the bike deserve this , born to ride again ❤🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿.

I think it's incredible that Revzilla is creating these long-form videos without hammering us with product placements or injected advertising. This is well beyond 'moto-content', and turning into 'film'.

As a person with a high level of mechanical sympathy I have to admit that I was so happy to see this video come up after the Alaska adventure. I always worry that good machines get left to rot after shows/series like that. Such an awesome feeling to get to see this bike made better than it was when it was first purchased and given a new lease on life.

This is the essence of anti consumerism, keeping well made items running indefinitely with such mechanical sympathy, it’s how I want to live my life.

He is performing the overhaul with the precision of a well trained surgeon

Extra appreciation to that new spark plug boot for those who watched the special first

This may sound weird. This actually made me tear up. Only motorcycle people would truly understand this. Best video I've seen in years.

Makes me appreciate all the mechanical engineering that went into even such a small little bike!

ASMR = Ari's Smooth Motorcycle Repair

I'm so stoked to have seen this bike run north like that! And you completely overhauled it after!?!? RevZilla, this is crazy. I was the one who sold you the bike, and my friends and I have been geeking out on the last couple of episodes. Stoked.

I have to admit, this past week has been a great week for viewing RevZilla Videos! The 2-man team of Ari and his friend (sorry don't know his name) is simply amazing! I so enjoyed the "Alaska" trip video!!!! I'm 60 years old and can no longer ride like they did, but man was it an enjoyable video!!! Then, the "Dumb and Dumber" 400 mile Mini-Bike Trip! My back and butt are still hurting from just viewing that trip!!! Now, this Honda CT-90 Maintenace video! Each video by these two young men just keeps getting better and better!! These two guys are my heroes!!! Please, please keep it coming!!! My hat is off to both of you!!!

this is the right thing to do. some bikes put you through hell, this one took you through hell, with you all the way she was loyal to you and it's beautiful to see it paid back in kind, thankyou Ɛ>

I rarely comment on a video here in YT. But in this case, i cant help but do. This is one of the best videos ive seen related to motorcycles. No pretentions. No drama. Just pure, all about the love for what he does. Thank you.

This is one of the best rebuild videos I've ever seen in my life. No extra noise, no wordy explanations, just learn by watching. You boys have done a lovely job. Please keep it up, and keep that relationship with kershaw so we can get more of these! (I'll go buy one of their knives if it means I get another one of these... Maybe a tw200 next?)

This video has so many memories coming back to me for the CT. I learnt to ride on the exact same bike 46 years ago. I was 10. Christmas Day. It was brand new. I would spend hours in the shed just starting & running it through the gears on the center stand. I still remember the first real lesson, whiskey throttling across the paddock with my dad on the rack on the back & the front wheel heading for the sky. We had a dairy farm so the CT had to work morning & night getting the cows in, but through the day it was mine. I was so small, still only 162cm now. I could not start off by myself so my dad, an inventive sort, would stand the bike up after milking with two pieces of wood propping the bike up at the rack. I would start it & ride off, the wood would just fall to the ground & I was free. After maybe hours I would blow the horn for my dad, having come home for lunch, to catch me as I went past. I would ride the bike with the seat up, sitting on top of the fuel tank filler. With a full tank the breather would spit fuel out. I remember having a nasty rash but it didn’t matter. It was a hard life for the little CT & it was rebuilt many times by my dad, & latter by me. Fixing stuff turned into my profession. Memory is a strange thing. So much off what I saw in the video, components, disassembly & the memories above from all those years ago came flooding back. The little CT was the start of a life long affair with bikes. Not at all what the video was meant to be about, but it truly found for me a soft spot in my heart.

He really broke that thing down into its smallest constituent parts. He's a quantum mechanic.

Some people just make stuff look easy... This is one of those videos. Thank you for keeping this little one on the road.

How incredible to see that lovely old CT brought back to her glory. She’s ready for another 25,000 miles and another 46 years of bringing a smile to her rider’s face. Well done Ari. Thank you for sharing this.

I have never seen the point in the whole ASMR idea - until now , that was the most therapeutic thing I have watched in years - calming for the petrol head soul , thank you for making this wonderful video

Best thing I've watched in ages, these "things" that take us on adventures, deserve looking after.....

Honda motorcycle engineering it's a work of art.

One of the coolest videos I’ve ever watched! That bike totally deserved it after a 1k ride and credit to whose ever idea it was to have 0 music or dialogue. Great machine work!

Man, this is one of the best, richest videos I’ve seen in quite awhile. The video itself (shooting and editing) are great, and impossible to not watch all the way through. Swirling around and above the whole experience, though, are so many thoughts, not only of Ari’s skill and knowledge, but also of human ingenuity and the centuries of development leading up to the design of that deceptively “simple” machine. It also brings renewed fascination with the notion that a group of engineers, factory designers, accountants and financial backers, and workers could team up to produce that machine at the current equivalent of around four thousand dollars. Another cup of coffee and I’m sure there’s a whole world of religion, intelligent design, what-are-the-odds lines of thought to explore. Finally, aren’t we fortunate that all of Anthony’s great product videos helped drive the success of Revzilla to the point that the company can now feature the creative works of Ari, Zack, and their cohorts in all of their productions.

The amount of work that went both into the frame off, and the video it's self was massive. I usually would not watch one this long from start to finish, but I did. Amazing work, and thank you.

Great to see that little workhorse get a good rebuild, she deserved it.

I would love to see Ari do similar projects to some other “ordinary” bikes. Videos like this relate to most us in a way that sometimes the super bike and money is no limit projects do not. I gotta say that the team of Spenser, Ari, and Zack have me visiting RevZilla every week for video and audio content. The best connection between customers and vendor that I have experienced in a long time.

Here I’m thinking the whole time... “And this is a “simple” engine”. Great video Ari, this was awesome to watch you work. Would love to see more videos like this! Cheers

I love man who can respect machinery. Not only doing maintenance, but respect them

Very nice! Now for another 50 years of quality riding👍💯

Congratulations to The Filming Crew!!, What a Painstaking process to show the different angles with all what implied moving the lighting equipment and parts around to get the final product!! Totally Awesome!!

Best production skills I've ever seen in any RU-vid video. For me, this truly demonstrates the "Zen" of motorcycle maintenance.

Am I the only one considering this absolutely exciting like a friggin substance??!! Also, I might be wrong still learning, the only change required was a change of the piston head, a fresh boring. Everything else was thoroughly cleaned and lubed. Analog machines are truly amazing, I did watch the Alaska ride. Absolutely unbelievable, after all that a trail bike requires only this amount of servicing?? Seems like Modern-day bikes are just business while motorcycles back then served their purpose in the long run. Absolute marvel!

This style of documentary would probably not have made sense or existed before RU-vid. Thanks.

The amount of engineering in these engines is amazing.

This was the best, most relaxing yet interesting motorcycle video I've watched in a long time. There is something indefinable about watching someone at the top of their game working on a simple, but incredibly well-built little machine.

Good morning to you! I am Cross Cub grandpa from Japan and sharing Cross Cub video. Your restore video is awesome!! So great job ! Have a nice day friend !

"Because a bike with this much spirit, deserves a second chance!".........Amen!

This was so satisfying to watch, especially after knowing what that poor bike went through. She deserved a total rebuild.

This rebuild was mesmerizing to watch, the clinks, drills and fluids were all the music this needed. My absolute full respects to Ari, he always explains things so clearly and even though here he does not speak a word, he just did it again. Thanks for all his knowledge and bringing back that Trail 90 to its fullest again.

You meet the nicest people… repairing a Honda. ☺️

Ready for another 50 years! Ct 90 The most reliable bike ever made, damn near bomb proof

No music No comments Just perfect! It could have been even a bit longer indeed ! Thanks for the fabulous video

I cannot express how great it is to watch a video like this with no music at all. The sound of the rebuild is the best soundtrack. Well done. PS How do you keep all the parts organized?

The camerawork, soundwork, and attention to detail was off the charts, nicely done--and that engine sounded so crisp!!

110% better from just a good thorough wash but absolutely loved seeing the old gal get freshen up! Good for another 40+ years!

Utterly mesmerised by this. You’re onto something here. I thought about suggesting adding captions but then I thought even reading would be a distraction for your eyes and ears. I love hearing Ari talk but I’m a visual learner. If there was talking over this, my brain would just get scrambled and there’s no way I’d be able to concentrate as much as without it. Superb. I love it. Please do more!

One of the best videos I’ve ever seen on RU-vid, in any category. And the complexity of one of the “simplest “ motorcycles of all time is humbling - incredible engineering and a fantastic, loving rebuild. Bravo

Big props to the person which idea it was to do this acoustic, meaning no sound just environment sounds. Stunned by the detailed shots and cuts. Wonder if he out it together just by memory

A real testament to the grin factor that these indestructible bikes deliver.

First thing I thought: "oh it's a bit long, not gona have time to watch it all"...here I am 35min later. Enjoyed every second!

It's great to see the little T90 back to running. Would love to hear thoughts about how it feels now, compared to on the Alaska trip. That little bike has a lot more trips in her.

I like the fact that he kept the original color of paint on that bike!

The part where Ari covers the rip in the seat while scrubbing is a total class move showing the little 90 some love. This is the motorcycle equivalent of ... lucky dog.

I know I'm not the only one to sit and watch every minute of this and absolutely loved it.

No music, no voice. I think this video is art

I just bought a 1978 CT90 with 585 original Kilometers on it. A Department of Fisheries unit that's been in the back of the warehouse for 45 years!!! I'm more than excited!

This was chicken soup for the soul. Loved every minute of it - it didn’t feel like 35 minutes long. Thank you, Ari! It was pleasure to see your passion and experience in motion. The silence and the sounds of shop work really heightened the senses.

I *loved* that I could sit down, watch this process in its entirety with no ads, and not have it be a six part mini-series. The “shop-silence” was my favorite part. Thx for rescuing her. Good work.

The most satisfying youtube video I've ever seen. When the torque wrench clicked, I felt that.

Wonderful watching a master craftsman at work. I love this video format, no chatter or annoying music. Just awesome. Thank you for letting us watch you give this bike a second life.

That thing you didn't know you needed but now you can't live without? Yes, this video right here

This is probably the closest I will ever come to a complete meditative state. Sheer brilliance, I won't even be disappointed if this is the only video you make like this. It was particularly enjoyable because I saw this little thing do the mammoth journey as well! Great job !

Am I the only who is amazed that fasteners that old and that have been put through that journey came out so easily?

After watching the Alaska video, this was exactly what I wanted to see! All the different cuts and camera angles, so much work went into filming and editing, I bet rebuilding the bike was the easy part!

*Me before watching this episode:* I know i can split the case on my Multistrada 1200 and get it back together. *Me after watching how complex a little Honda 90 engine is:* ARE YOU SURE ABOUT THAT

Wow, strangely enough, one of the most enjoyable videos I have ever watched. Especially, after being somewhat connected to that bike through your videoed Alaskan trip with Zack. It is kind of like paying back all the effort it gave to you on the trip. It gave its all, and so did you Ari. 🙏

I understand that it was great to show how the bike, in its old worn state, was able to complete the ride across Alaska - but also think it's ironic to fix the bike like this after the ride :) Love your content, especially the adventurous rides - very inspiring to me.

no crappy music no stupid commentary just good close-ups of the work and not moving the camera angle continually thinking they are the new David Baily, good work,

As amazing as it was to watch him disassemble and rebuild this engine and bike, the engineering that went into creating it is simply incredible.

So torn. I love the filmography of this video but I’d also love to hear Ari talk about what he’s doing/thinking. Love his voice!

You just gave the bike another 50 years of life.

Excellent ! Refreshing to find a thoughtful treatment of a complex task without the annoyance of unnecessary background music or excessive voice over. One to be saved for long flights or waiting rooms with 5-year old magazines.

Awesome: Mechanical abilities Editing Camera Angle Lighting Sound I've never seen such a well put together video!

Big smile from me at the end when the CT90 breathes back to life and purrs down the road.

These are the types of videos that make me want to learn more about my bike.

I thought I'd get bored early and move on but that was so well edited that I was just mesmerized. The lack of any vocals or music made it work perfect.

Probably the best video ever made on this channel. Also the trip in Alaska was great! Everything Ari and Zack make is a must to watch.

While I generally enjoy your commentary and learn something in your episodes there was something very therapudic watching this one.

You think WOW this bike is almost 50 years and the inner parts with the exception of the piston look mint. Honda is really the leader in reliability.

Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance in the flesh. A meditation in and of itself.

The purpose of maintenance is peace of mind. The machine is right when the mind of the mechanic is at peace, they come to that place together... to paraphrase Robert Pirsig. This was peaceful throughout, that bike had no choice but to thrive under Ari's careful attention.

As a fellow “tinkerer” I just wanted to say thanks for this satisfying and well put together video.

One of the coolest videos I’ve ever seen. I had no idea Ari was such a skilled mechanic. This gave me a whole new respect for him and this channel. Amazing stuff.

Who needs to talk with a therapist! If you do not find this mechanical restoration completely satisfying, with a dash of calmness thrown in, you have no appreciation for mechanical things! I would really like to see Ari do another project like this very soon. Very enjoyable Vedic!

This was somehow a very emotional experience for me, particularly after watching the original Alaska video. So cool. Awesome content, please keep it coming.

"How complicated can a one-cylinder engine be?" Later, "oh." I don't even have a motorcycle and found this interesting.

This was very cool. Thanks for not putting some crappy corporate rock on the soundtrack.

I had the 1969 Honda CT 90 and had to rebuild it back in the late 80s this brings back a lot of good memories.

I understand the encompassing spirit of the 'CT', and what it means to those who experienced it. Some say it is the moment of having an epiphany, realisation of embracing 'Zen.' For me it started my adventure bike journeys, the little 'CT' took me along quiet back roads, forestry trails all from studied maps and a hand written map route taking me miles away from home. Taking me away after sunrise, and bringing me home after dark. Fond memories from a great little bike. Pleased that Ari decided to revive and restore the spirit that so many of us still have within.

ASMR workshop. This is great, love the idea and the execution.

So glad you restored this bike into working order. At this point the CT90 is like your faithful pet as it should be. :)

Absolutely amazing that 50 year old forks are rebuildable

What an incredibly well done, silence themed, mesmerizing rebuild video. Freaking AAA quality on this one guys. Team Ari.

Oh my gosh, as an ex mechanic, that was the most therapeutic video I’ve ever watched. Totally satisfying and the enjoyment of seeing it run at the end…I miss those days.

I'm so happy he rebuilt this. As someone that enjoys classic stuff like this bike, I'm extrememly happy Ari rebuilt it after thrashing it in Alaska.

Liked the moment I saw "...a bike with this much spirit deserves a second chance."