How We Restored the Factory Paint on a 1972 Yamaha CS5

How We Restored the Factory Paint on a 1972 Yamaha CS5 #vintagemotorcycle #motorcyclerewind #yamahacs5 In this episode of Motorcycle Rewind, we roll up our sleeves and get to work on correcting the paint on our recently acquired 1972 Yamaha CS5 200 Electric—yes, the one with that stunning purple factory paint. It's been sitting for years and the paint showed it—faded, oxidized, and dull. But we weren't about to let this classic two-stroke go down like that. With a whole lot of elbow grease, compound, polish, and patience, we bring the original paint back to life. This isn’t a respray—it’s a true paint correction using the factory finish. You'll see the entire transformation as we take this forgotten beauty from chalky to glossy showroom shine. If you're into vintage Yamaha motorcycles, barn finds, two-strokes, or love seeing tired paint restored to its former glory, this one's for you. Another step forward in getting this classic CS5 back on the road. 🔧 Subscribe for more vintage motorcycle revivals 🔔 Hit the bell so you don’t miss the next episode 👍 Drop a like if you're rooting for this little two-stroke to fire up 🛠️ Subscribe to Motorcycle Rewind for more revivals, adventures, tips, and stories from the garage. Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below-we love hearing from our community of motorcycle enthusiasts and DIY heroes. ⬇️Get your Motorcycle Rewind Gear Here ⬇️ https://be40a4-4.myshopify.com Check out our great sponsors: FRP MOTO Use code REWINDGMB100 to save $40 https://tinyurl.com/2xwup7z9 Cycplus AS2 E-Pump https://www.cycplus.com @cycplus_official Crocodile Cloth Wipes https://crocodilecloth.com/product/powerscrub-80-count/ LOKITHOR Portable Jump Starter https://amzn.to/4cdlwtX Rabaconda Street Tire Changer https://rabaconda.com Website link: https://tinyurl.com/Mukkpetninja Exclusive discount code: EM80 VEVOR Tough Tools, Half Price https://s.vevor.com/bfQUyH 5% off code for your viewers: DISCOUNT23 (Valid for all the items) The DigiSync http://tinyurl.com/thedigisync Use Promo Code "MotorcycleRewind" for $10 off your purchase Buy ANPUDS Torque Wrench https://tinyurl.com/33nf8kh2 F40 Jump Pack https://www.jfegwo.com/products/f40-4000a Use Coupon Code - REWIND and save 10% Join us on our social media channels: Facebook: www.facebook.com/motorcyclerewind Instagram: www.instagram.com/motorcyclerewind Sponsorship opportunities: If you would like to sponsor our channel contact us at motorcyclerewind@gmail.com and put the word "Sponsorship" in the subject line.