We Just did a full service of this bike and invested over $515 in parts and labor including but not limited to;
1) Compression Check, Compression is perfect
2) Install New Spark NGK B8ES Plug
3) Clean Gas Tank and Entire Fuel Tract / System
4) Remove carb and completely disassemble and clean, reassemble and tune to factory specs, clean choke plunger, adjust float height, run bike and set idle/air screws
5) Remove Throttle, clean bars and tube, reassemble and pressure lube all cables
6) Check oil tank and oil pump, and sync throttle to oil pump cables
7) Install brand new battery
8) Clean and adjust front and rear brakes
9) Torque all bolts to factory spec
10) 20 point inspection and ten minute test ride and final adjustments completed all is A OK!
As a descendant in the long line of street-trail
bikes which began with the DT-1 in 1968, the DT250F benefits from a barrage of
generally worthwhile refinements. Its engineering credentials (if not the
materials used) are up-to-the-minute. Some noteworthy major developments which
at least keep up a trendy appearance include the addition of reed-valve
induction (1972), the switch to the YZ-proven monoshock rear suspension (1977),
and this year's major update—the change from breaker-point ignition to a capacitor-discharge
system.
For dirt riding, the DT has several noteworthy features, none of
which are unique to Yamaha. The DT-F's front turn signals tuck in
unobtrusively, and the rear ones flex on their rubber mounts during a fall.
With 277mm (10.9 inches) of Ground Clearance and an aluminum skid plate, you
can bounce the 250 over some pretty nasty terrain without worrying about
damaging the crankcase. The folding footpegs (at their bottom outside points)
are 343mm (13.5 inches) off the ground, and that height helps the rider avoid
wrapping his toes around the pegs. Black dust covers seal out dirt from the
fork tubes, and several other items, such as the quarter-turn throttle and
through-the-frame exhaust pipe, make living with the DT easy during a trail
ride.
In all the really important respects—engine and suspension
performance and reliability—the DT250 is either near or at the front of its
class. This year the strong and reliable 246cc engine has had a technological
chin-lift to make it attractive to the EPA. Yamaha's Research and Development
Department has revived the DT's exhaust plumbing so that the bike can meet
current EPA emissions standards. Most non-racing two-strokes are in danger of
being choked and finally snuffed by emission regulations. Yamaha isn't standing
for it. The 1979 RD400 street bike has been kept within the emissions limits
and made faster all in one swoop. The DT's new emissions-control unit, however,
isn't as elaborate or sophisticated as the RD's; the DT's Pulsating Air System
cleans its exhaust but also detracts a little from the engine's performance.
Call our shop at 860-454-7024 if you have any questions!
This bike was purchased to be a museum piece
in the New England Motorcycle Museum, but we need to raise more funds to cover
repair costs of the museum…So along with hundreds of other bikes from our
collection it will sell as-is!...our loss your gain!
Any enthusiast of this era and more would
appreciate this bike added to their collection. Attractively priced, this bike
is a beauty and is ready for you. Don’t miss the opportunity to own her today,
place your Bid Now! Either way, you won’t be disappointed she is waiting for
you!
There is more to see! Come and visit! All
proceeds are going towards the New England Motorcycle Museum restoration
project under construction now!!
Qualified and Serious bidders
only, please make sure this is the motorcycle you want and you have the money
to buy it before committing!
Kaplan Cycles takes pride in
top-quality customer service;
Please contact us prior to leaving feedback so we may
resolve any issues, questions or concerns about our motorcycles, and let us
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We strive to do our best to make
sure all our customers are 100% happy.
We always provide top-quality
service and motorcycles described as accurately as possible.
We respond quickly between the
hours of 9am and 6pm EST, 5 days a week.
For our fastest service please call
Kaplan Cycles at 860-454-7024.
Warranty:
All motorcycles sold "as is,
where is" with no warranty unless written and implied.
We
encourage you or a third party to come and do a full inspection
DEALER
CONVEYANCE FEE ON THIS SALE IS: $100
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Deposit Due Within 24 Hours of Sale:
PayPal,
cash in person only, and credit cards are accepted for deposit.
The Deposit is nonrefundable.
Final Payment is due within 72 hours
/ three days:
We accept
checks, cash do not mail cash only pay in person, or wire transfers for payment in full on all motorcycles over
$700, any sales under $700 can be paid in full by PayPal.
Wire
transfers are the preferred method of payment, we will email you the wire
transfer form, simply print and hand it to or email the form to your banker,
and call us when the wire is sent at 860-454-7024, We will
confirm payment is received and tag the motorcycle “SOLD ~ PAID IN FULL,
cleared for pickup or shipping”.
All checks must clear the bank before buyers can pick up the
Motorcycle; Out of State checks can take weeks to clear.
Payment in
full or other arrangements must be received within 3 days of close of auction
or the motorcycle may be relisted.
SHIPPING
All
shipping charges and arrangements will be assumed by the purchaser
We ship
worldwide, or you may pick up the motorcycle in person
We will
assist with loading the motorcycle upon pickup at no charge to you
We will
provide forklift, ramps, and dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.
We suggest U-Ship.com for the best service and pricing.
Signs point to an EICMA announcement
Ever since we first uncovered evidence of a YZF-R7 based on the MT-07, people started to ask when Yamaha would do the same to the MT-09 and release an YZF-R9 sportbike using the same 890cc Crossplane Triple. The questions picked up a few months later when we dug up trademark filings for a whole range of model names from an R2 to an R9. With the 2023 model launch season in full swing, and EICMA less than two weeks away, we’ve got more fuel for the old rumor engine with two new Yamaha filings, this time for figurative trademarks for “R9” and “YZF-R9.” The trademarks were filed Oct.
From custom café racers to beautifully restored Bridgestone motorcycles, a full range of motorcycling interests will be represented at BikeBandit.com AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, featuring Indian Motorcycle, July 11-13 at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio. Classic Clubs that will be located on Championship Row include the Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club, Louisville Vintage Motorworks, Café Racer magazine and Bridgestone Motorcycle Club. The Club Corral, across from Championship Row, will include the Indian 4 Cylinder Club, the Kawasaki ZL Owners Association and the Cincinnati Classic British Motorcycle Owners.
Of the concept models Yamaha announced it would introduce at the 2011 Tokyo Motor Show, it was the heavy-duty looking XTW250 RYOKU concept that drew the most attention from our readers. Here we have new photographs of Yamaha’s “SUV motorcycle” from the show floor of the Tokyo Motor Show courtesy of Colum Wood, editor of our sister site Autoguide.com, who was in attendance. Yamaha describes the XTW250 RYOKU concept as an “unrestricted, anytime, anywhere” mobility vehicle offering performance, operability the capacity to carry heavy loads.