2001 Honda CR500R MX Vintage MX Open Two Stroke Complete Restoration

**********. *********** THIS BIKE WAS BOUGHT AND BUILT UP FOR THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF MAKING A RELIABLE AND COMPETITIVE MOTOCROSS WEAPON ON TODAY'S MODERN TRACKS. I purchased this motorcycle approximately 2 years ago as a solid low-hour bike. I looked high and low for one that had not been beat up or drug through the desert and hammered on. The idea was to find a solid tight- latest year I could find (2001 is the last year of the CR 500) and then start to upgrade and improve the bike so I could be competitive at my local motocross track when it was all completed. Below is a list of some things I did to the bike in order to make it a true MODERN RACE MACHINE: -New rims with "tubliss" system installed-Allows you to run super low psi and saves weight.-New chain/sprockets chain guids (All top of line stuff w/additional sprocket for diff tracks).-New oversize Galfer Rotor w/steel braided line HH pads front/rear.-Brakes are STRONG.-Updated front brake reservoir off 2014 CRF450.-Smooth feel 1-finger pull.-Modern forks off 2013 CRF250 re-valved/re-sprung for 200lb Int MX.-Work AMAZING!-Scotts Steering Damper-Allows the bike to remain quick turning but stable.-Pro Taper Bars w/anit-vibration bar ends to minimize vibration transfer-Aluminum throttle tube High Performance Throttle system/cable/cam-Much smoother.-EVO footpegs-sticks you on the bike like glue!-Updated seat shape/foam/ribbed cover w/custom "hump" to keep you on better (retro graphic)-The bike feels fantastic when you sit on it it keeps you in place and the transitions are smoother with this setup.-Custom de-compression button installed on cylinder head-Works AMAZING looks factory.-I can start this bike with flip-flops on!-Updated modern carb/jetting-Much smoother running idles perfect.-NEW Boysen RAD Valve-Shock rebuilt completely revalved resprung w/titanium shock spring-Works AMAZING.-Magnetic drain plug to minimize any contamination-FMF Gnarly Pipe (You also get a perfect Pro Circuit FACTORY pipe + Pro Circuit spark arrestor).-Pro Circuit FACTORYSilencerNEW OEM: The below parts have approximately 5 hrs total run time on them (Hour Meter) including all the short heat cycles needed to break in motor. Break-in was 4 heat cycles and two oil changes just bringing the motor up to running temps prior to any riding.-Top End: Cylinder is still on original bore all new top end piston/rings/pin/bearing/gaskets-Approximately $200.00 in parts.-Bottom End: OEM Bearings/seals etc. Have receipts for the parts.-Over $400.00 in parts-OEM Clutch plates/springs-No ridges on either the basket or inner hub-works perfect.-MORE OEM: Clutch cable throttle cable petcock sprocket cover.The bike runs better than any other 500 you will come across. Why? Because 1) It is mechanically sound with thoughtful additions of a few key performance parts and 2) It has the benefit of modern technology in suspension braking handling and traction. You have never ridden a 500 like this; It hooks up stops turns and best of all eats up both choppy terrain and big hits on the track. And with the Scotts Stabilizer and anti-vibration bar ends you can keep very little pressure on the grips and not worry that the bars are going to come out of your hands! I can tell you with confidence that there are no other CR500's built like mine. They usually end up in the desert all beat upwith a paddle tire on them or in the rain all rusted out. The nice examples are typically early model years ('80-'83) and simply do not hold a candle to the performance that this bike brings the rider! I spared no expense making this bike a true track weapon and in the process ended up with a bullet-proof reliable bike that is a true joy to ride on track or off.-Starts 2nd kick when cold and 1st kick every time when warm!-**Tires have 2 rides on them** Pink Slip in hand current green sticker through 6/16

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