The four-wheeler used many of the same components as the ATC250R, including a slightly detuned version of the ATC's engine. Though sold concurrently, the Honda TRX250R would remain in the Honda line-up until 1989, effectively becoming the ATC's successor. While rumors persist that the 1987 Models were intended to feature new colors, a redesigned logo, and possibly keyed ignition, these models were virtually identical to the ‘86 offering. The 1987 ATC250R models were released in limited numbers in Europe and Canada. US Dealers were instructed to remove the motors and other common parts of remaining models, and then cut the frames in half to prevent new sales. This would be the last Generation offered for sale, discontinued in the United States in 1986, after an agreement between manufacturers and the Consumer Product Safety Commission to cease production on all 3-wheeled ATVs resulting from thousands of legal battles regarding safety issues and high accident rates. Fuel was delivered via a 34 mm round carb in 1985 and flat slide carburetor for the remainder of production. This 2-stroke engine was notable for not incorporating a power-valve, featured commonly on other machines by 1985. In 1985 the ATC250R was updated with a 246cc liquid cooled engine, and 6-speed transmission. While the engine design remained similar, the Fuel delivery was increased from the previous 27 mm, to a 30 mm round-slide carburetor The 1983 ATC250R incorporated many improvements, introducing the Pro-Link suspension, folding foot pegs, a larger fuel tank, slightly longer travel suspension in front and rear.
Both of these four-stroke models were sluggish and poorly suspended when compared to the 2-stroke ATC250R, which borrowed heavily from the Honda CR250R motocross line. While ATC racing was in its infancy, racers had to rely on Honda's ATC110 and ATC185 models on the racetrack. Dual skid plates protect the engine as well as the driveline, Pro-Link rear end, and rear brake.Ī Honda tool kit is included in the sale.The introduction of the 1981 ATC250R marked a milestone in off-road history, as it was the first two-stroke ATC designed specifically for racing.
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Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission and a drive chain. The oil was changed in preparation for the sale. The 248cc two-stroke single features reed-valve induction and breathes through a rebuilt 30mm Keihin carburetor as well as a high-performance expansion chamber exhaust that is routed beneath the seat to exit at the rear. Suspension is provided by an air-adjustable 35mm trailing-axle fork with black gaiters as well as a Pro-Link monoshock with adjustable compression and rebound damping.Ī black handlebar equipped with bar-end plugs, a thumb-operated throttle lever, lighting controls, and a parking brake is clamped ahead of an optional 70-mph Hondaline speedometer with an inset five-digit odometer showing 77 miles, two of which were ridden by the seller. Braking is from single disc brakes at both ends, and the rear master cylinder has been rebuilt by the seller. Gold-finished center-drop aluminum wheels are wrapped in Dunlop high-floatation knobby tires measuring 23×8-11 up front and 22×11-8 at the rear. The seller notes paint touch-ups on the fuel tank and frame as well as scratches on the rear fender above the left-side Pro-Link decal. The fairing, windscreen, and rear fender decals and competition-style number plates are replacements. An optional Hondaline fairing with a windscreen and hand guards is mounted to the fork. This ATC 250R is now offered at no reserve with a Honda tool kit and a clean Michigan title in the seller’s name.įeatures include a 2.5-gallon fuel tank finished in red with matching plastic fenders, a blue motocross-style seat, and a chrome rear grab bar. Service in preparation for the sale included changing the oil and rebuilding the carburetor and rear-brake master cylinder. The vehicle is said to have been stored by the family of its original owner from 1993 to 2021, and it was acquired by the seller in November 2021. Equipment includes a front fairing, plastic fenders, a speedometer, aluminum wheels, disc brakes, dual skid plates, an air-adjustable fork, and a Pro-Link monoshock. This 1983 Honda ATC 250R is finished in red with a blue motocross-style seat and is powered by a 248cc two-stroke single mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
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