For decades, Kawasaki ruled the 250cc ‘sport’bike market – though in the 80s Honda challenged the little Ninja in the 80s with the VTR250 and Yamaha threw their hat into the ring with the SRX250. They only offered it in the US for one year in a striking white/red livery with a small fairing and a square headlight, though the model was offered in other countries as a naked standard with a circular headlight.
Powered by a 250cc single-cylinder 4 stroke engine, the SRX pushed out 17 horsepower and was able to rev up to 9,000 rpm.
In a comparison story, Cycle World noted that the SRX gave up some power to the Honda and the Kawasaki (which both utilized liquid-cooled twins) but “at 303 pounds dry, it feels 10-speed light around town. Thanks to the engine’s counterbalancer, it’ll run comfortably at freeway speeds. With compliant suspension and surprisingly roomy ergonomics (only the too-thin seat causes bother), it’s a pleasant, if somewhat slow, place to spend an afternoon. And even when ridden with a heavy throttle hand, the SRX gets nearly 70 miles to a gallon of fuel.”
Manufactured in December of 1986, this example is VIN: JYA2NV005HA000102, Engine #: 2NV-000102. The seller acquired it five years ago from a private party in Montana on eBay.
During his ownership, the seller has covered 500 miles. The odometer shows 13,878 miles.
“Loved the look of it and I had never seen one before. My wife is a big Yamaha fan so I got it for her. I’ve had multiple people who have ridden it use the word (delightful) to describe riding it. And it’s fitting. You will not find another one with a nicer body anywhere.”
Maintenance:
Before the auction, the seller notes: “engine was gone through. Rebuilt carbs and other bits and pieces. New fuel gauge setup. Lots of new plastics and rubber pieces all NOS.”
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, clean/sync the carb, flush the hydraulic fluids, change the engine oil/filter, and replace the steering head bearings. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Good
Engine Oil Level: Good
Engine Oil Quality: New
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: OK
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: New
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Pass
Headlight High Beam: Pass
Headlight Low Beam: Pass
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: Pass
Turn Signals: Pass
Tail Light: Pass
Brake Light (Front Switch): Pass
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Pass
Plate Light: Pass (TAIL)
Horn: Pass
Kill Switch: Pass
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 95%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: DRUM
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 43/13
Tire Date Code Rear: 34/11
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80%
Tire Press. Front: 24 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 26 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.36V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.35V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS:
-REPLACE TIRES
Modifications:
“All bodywork was repaired and restored. Professionally repainted with high quality pearl paint and clear. Similar paint scheme to the original with lots of little custom details added. (Like the red inlay in the headlight.) New custom seat. Zero decals. Everything is paint. New windscreen with custom dot matrix vinyl to improve the look.”
Battery tender lead.
Not pictured is a YSS rear shock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Shinko SR740 and Avon Roadrider tires with date codes of 3411 and 4313.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“I steam cleaned the kick stand and it immediately rusted. If I kept the bike longer I would have repacked the muffler and powder coated or cerakoted it to look new. I could not find original intake boots and I did a modification to a NOS boot for a XT350 on the one with the vacuum bib for the auto petcock to work properly. I would prefer a NOS boot instead.”
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Yamaha is offered on a clean Montana title. Have any SRX250 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
