1973 YAMAHA DT250 ENDURO

Description

1973 Yamaha DT250 Enduro. This is the bike I wanted in 6th grade but couldn’t afford despite my big paper route. I saw this on eBay last year and bought it with the intent to completely restore it. When I got it I realized it was in nearly original running condition and ran pretty good. I decided to leave it alone and use it as my airport bike. As it turns out people like the original patina as I get lots of comments on the original condition.

Bike has clear Florida Title. Miles on speedo indicate 8427 but I have no way to verify those are actual. When I bought the bike the miles were exempt on the title due to the age so it must remain as such.

I did have to replace the fork seals as they leaked bad. I also bought new retro matching handlebars. While apart I had the triple clamps powder coated and replace all of the clamp hardware with new. The previous owner replaced the sprockets and chain and put on new tires.

The bike runs good and starts with two kicks max. Fuel tank has no dents only normal wear as you can see in the pics. Certainly not perfect but cool all the same Inside there is some rust but very minor.

Seat cover is OK and has some minor tears but very usable. Rear shocks are original and could be replaced. The wiring harness looks good and appears to be all intact. There is no battery in the bike so I can’t verify operation of the turn signals and such.

The pictures were taken on Saturday February 27, 016 so they are very current. They accurately represent what the bike looks like. It is a good rider, tarts right up and shifts well. It has a few minor oil leaks like these all do. Overall a great bike to ride and play with or a great candidate for a full restore.

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