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2005 Yamaha Xt225 Dual Sport Motorcycle (ames) on 2040-motos

$1,900
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Ames, Iowa

Ames, IA
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Yamaha XT description

2005 Yamaha XT225 Dual Sport Motorcycle. 6084 mis.third Owner. Bike always stored indoors. 223cc, Single Cylinder, four stroke engine, air-cooled. Front disc brake.Great beginner bike or for smaller riders like me. Weighs less than 250 pounds. Great commuter bike.Brand new Rear Tire with XHD tube less than 200 mis, Front tire has less than 1k miles.Averages around 45 miles-per-gallon. Basic insurance for me cost about $21 per month (Geico)Moose extra-large hand guards, extra-large footpedals.Dual 12 volt outlet on handlebar for GPS, charging cell phone or heated gloves. Rear brakes could be freshened up. Battery will need to be replaced in the spring. I changed the oil and filter at the beginning of the summer. Chain also cleaned and re-oiled. It starts and runs good. Ready for the road. Very motivated seller. Moving soon and can't take the bike with me. I have title in hand. No liens on the bike. Blue book has the bike listed for over $2100 in fair condition. I will also include a newer pair of Fox 180 dirtbike pants and Answer Fazer Boots. I have taken good care of this bike for the short time that I've had it (bought it in last August). I'm available pretty much any afternoon during the week after 3pm as long as you give me some notice. Let me know if you need more information or images

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