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 Post subject: 71 Yamaha DT 250 - ???
PostPosted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 11:27 am 
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What have I got here ? A 71 or 72 Yamaha DT 250 ???

I may pick this up later next month.

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 1:21 pm 
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Not sure, Google isn't showing me anything definitive. Is it possible it's a 73?

http://www.classic-auctions.com/Auctions/07-12-2011-ThePavilionGardens-1308/1973YamahaDT250-34325.aspx

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 1:36 pm 
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I'm thinking 73. I believe 72 was the first reed valve year, and the paint was just plain, then 73 they added stripes.

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 9:27 pm 
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As faar as I can tell....Yamaha made a:

DT250
DT250MX
DT250R

Any ventures into what this beast might be ? With that high front fender I'm guessing MX..... :think:

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PostPosted: Sat Dec 28, 2013 10:11 pm 
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MX's were yellow, with a rubber strap over the tank to hold it on. That's probably just the enduro.

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1973 DT3 in competition green

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PostPosted: Sun Dec 29, 2013 7:55 am 
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It is '73 DT250, the headstock tag will confirm the exact manufacture date, I picked a lovely One up from the side of the road last year for $800 so don't be throwing a lot of time, money and effort into it :eh:

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PostPosted: Sun Dec 29, 2013 10:43 am 
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R.B. wrote:
It is '73 DT250, the headstock tag will confirm the exact manufacture date, I picked a lovely One up from the side of the road last year for $800 so don't be throwing a lot of time, money and effort into it :eh:



:o .....You paid money for it !!!

No..I get this one for free.

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I'd go for it - they're a blast to ride, lots of parts - and that buddy seat - with someone on it will give you a real thrill! (I know :lol: )

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I think I have a few parts of one still around here. I think I have wheels, front forks, and some other bits if you plan to tackle it and need a part or two. :thumbup:

I see that one has that horrible kickstand as well. :roll:

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