“Ultimate Dual.” That’s how Yamaha marketed the TDR250 – a unique descriptor for a unique bike.
The TDR combined a retuned TZR250 two-stroke motor good for nearly 50 horsepower in a dual-sport frame, making it unlike anything available in the US at the time (especially because Yamaha never officially sold it here).
As a bit of perspective on how ahead of its time this machine was, consider that this 30+ year-old bike makes 10 horsepower more than the recently-refreshed Kawasaki KLR, yet it weighs 120 pounds less! If that wasn’t good enough, check out this article on ADV Pulse for what else made the TDR special, including Yamaha’s assertion that the TDR’s engine was the first two-stroke motor to utilize both a CDI and an electronic advance system. Or check out this promotional video:
This example is VIN: JYA3NRN02KA000327.
The odometer shows 7,185 kilometers (4,464 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Fail (Unable to open)
Transmission Oil Level: Low
Transmission Oil Quality: Unknown
2T Oil Level: Low
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Fail (>0.30V)
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Fail (>3% of moisture contamination)
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Fail (>3% of moisture contamination)
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Dirty
Headlight High Beam: Unknown
Headlight Low Beam: Unknown
Passing Light: Unknown
Parking Light: Unknown
Turn Signals: Unknown
Tail Light: Unknown
Brake Light (Front Switch): Unknown
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Unknown
Plate Light: Unknown
Horn: Unknown
Kill Switch: Unknown
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 51/11
Tire Date Code Rear: 12/12
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90%
Tire Press. Front: 9 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 14 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: Dead
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: Unknown
Running Condition: No Crank, No Start
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
-We assume the tank is in poor condition and needs to be cleaned and lined (Not able to be open)
-2t oil is low
-Chain is dirty
-Battery is dead need to replace and verify functionality of the lighting system
Recommendations:
-Battery replacement
-Replace oil
-Replace air filter assembly
-Remove fuel tank and have cleaned and lined
-Inspect and replace fuel system components as required
-Top off 2t oil
-Rebuild Carb assemblies
-Chain Service
-Replace Tires
Modifications:
JL exhaust.
Wezmoto braided brake lines.
Aftermarket windscreen.
We are not able to open the tank.
It is riding on Pirelli Scorpion A/T tires with date codes of 5111 and 1212.
The sale includes two keys, one for the ignition and one for the gas tank.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Yamaha is offered on a clean North Dakota title. Have any TDR250 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
