CALIFORNIACLASSIX 1972 Honda XL 250 Desert Sled * Clear CA Title *

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A 1972 Honda XL250, ow for auction on eBay! Vintage Desert Sled: 1972 Honda XL 250 Please wait a few moments while our high-resolution photos load.

If we can trust the late Steve McQueen, ew hobbies are as exciting and as engaging as off road motorcycle riding!

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Introduced in 1972, onda's XL 250 was the first modern four-stroke enduro motorcycle and the first mass-produced four-valve motorcycle. It laid the groundwork for the revolutionary, ig-four-stroke-enduro wave.

The XL250 has a narrow, treamlined silhoutte, eing only 12 inches at the widest point, xcluding the handlebars. It weighs only 288 lbs with oil, rease, nd fuel - all favorable traits, eeping demand high among enthusiasts and collectors.

This one is a true California native, he proverbial survivor, arrying all of its factory finishes, ncluding the original factory silver-and-burgundy paint and even the factory seat.

Built in February of 1972, t's an early one. I've purchased it a couple of years ago, ith the intention of using it as a "pit bike" during the El Mirage SCTA land speed racing weekends that we attend with our blown gas roadster. To that end, had my friend Mark, ellow 200mph Club member and crew chief of one of the winningest lakester teams in LSR history, o through it, op to bottom.

Above is summary of the items he took care of. We agreed that we would leave as much of the original "flavor" of the bike intact and focus on reliability of all the mechanical aspects.

As evidenced by the old 1976 sticker, he bike had been in hibernation for 36 years. It comes with a current tag and a clear California title in my name. Why am I selling it? Turns out, prefer riding around the dry lake on my mountain bike. Guess I need the exercise . . .

The XL 250 is an enduro or "dual purpose" bike. Although set up as an off road only vehicle in this configuration, t can easily be made street legal by adding lights, nd having a California title would make this easy as pie.

I had brand new tires mounted, ront and rear. Total mileage: less than 20 miles!

Just like Steve McQueen's Triumph desert sled, his XL 250 comes with the characteristic bullnose handlebars. They're in fabulous condition.
Note custom choke mount.

The now legendary 250cc 4-stroke, 4 horsepower thumper. Sounds great!
The original air cleaner box and various miscellaneous small parts that we took off come with the bike.

Engine was just serviced by Ventura's own "Rocky" and starts on the first kick, ot or cold. No pesky oil leaks.

Most appreciated, custom-made skid plate protects the engine. It's in excellent condition.

I have close to $3,500 invested in this bike, ut I simply use it too little to warrant keeping it in the stable. Thus, 'm putting it up for adoption here, oping that it may find an appreciative new caretaker. She needs to be ridden hard!

You are most welcome and encouraged to view this Honda in Ventura, y appointment, uring the auction, r have someone inspect it for you. Please, erform your due diligence before you bid.

Please, ote that I reserve the right to accept a satisfactory offer and close this auction at any time.

Please, irect all inquiries to bill@californiaclassix.com or call us at 805-653-5551.

TERMS OF SALE

• By bidding in this auction, ou declare that you have read and accept the Terms of this Sale as outlined below.
• If you have any questions, lease ask them before you bid. After the auction has ended, he sale is final.
• Please, nly bid on this bike if you are serious about owning it and have the necessary funds readily available!
  I require a $500 deposit to be paid via PayPal within 24 hours of the end of the auction and the balance to be paid via bank wire transfer (or in cash) within 5 business days, nless other arrangements have been agreed upon during the auction.
• This Honda comes with a clear California Certificate of Title. It is sold "as is, where is" with no warranty stated or implied.
• You fully understand that you are not bidding on an "option to buy" this vehicle. You bid to own! There are no contingencies.
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