1971 Yamaha DT1MX GYT RUNNING PROJECT dt1 mx 250mx 250 71 AHRMA VMX mx250 250cc

I normally part bikes out but this one is pretty rare so I am offering it to you beforehand. I got this from the original owner. The only part on it that is not original is the plastic rear fender. It is missing the front number plate. Other than that it appears to be complete. I did pour some two stroke mix down the sparkplug hole and it fired up after two kicks. I did hear any unusual noises or knocking. I did not ride this bike as it needs to be totally restored. It does shift through all gears smoothly when sitting. The carb will need a good cleaning. The bad: There is some rust on the front forks. bars, heels, nd shocks. The tank has a few dents and has some rust inside but is still very solid. The tank hold down strap is broken. The frame was painted white about ten years ago and some of the hardware was covered. The bars are slightly bent. The rear exhaust mount needs repair so the pipe is a little loose. The heat shield has a few minor dents. The tires are old but hold air. The front aluminum fender has a dent/tear on it. The sprocket cover has been modified but it looks nice and is fully serviceable. It needs a seat cover. All this is shown in the pics.The good: This is an original motocross bike, ot a converted enduro. The numbers match on the engine, rame, nd original title. The GYT kit is still on it. No broken cooling fins on the cylinder or head. The seat foam and pan are in very good condition. No chain damage to the sprocket cover and mounts. The wheels spin true. The oil tank is in good condition. The frame appears to be crack free. It runs but I would recommend going through the engine and checking clearances ect. All in All this is a project bike. It really should stripped down to frame and restored or built into a racer. I do not want to have to part it out but I do know what GYT parts sell for here on eBay. My reserve price reflects that. If my reserve is not met the bike will be parted out next week here on eBay.Winning bidder will have 48 hours to pay a $50 deposit through paypal. The rest must be paid in cash or money order with in 7 days of auctions ending. I will not ship this bike but will hold it for 30 days wile YOU arrange shipping or pick up. Feel free to ask questions. Good luck and happy bidding.

On Jul-08-15 at 17:50:10 PDT, eller added the following information:

THE MOTOR DID NOT MAKE ANY UNUSUAL NOISES OR KNOCKING SOUNDS WHEN IT WAS FIRED.

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