Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1992 Honda NSR250R SP Rothmans MC21.
In the mid-to-late 1980s, the small-displacement race replica market in Japan was booming. Legions of bright-eyed young riders were lining up to fork over their hard-earned yen for competition-derived road-legal runners like Yamaha’s TZR250, Kawasaki’s KR-1, and Suzuki’s RGV250. Manufacturers on the island were battling it out on the race track and in showrooms in an ongoing arms race to produce the most trick race bike for the streets. In 1985, Honda launched the NS250R MC11, laying the foundation for its line of quarter-liter oil-burners that followed.
The NS featured a box-section aluminum frame and swingarm, disc brakes, full GP-style bodywork inspired by Honda’s RS250R factory race bike, Honda’s Astralight rims, and a liquid-cooled, 249cc, 90-degree V-Twin engine, two-stroke engine that made 45 hp (at 9,500rpm) and utilized the ATAC (automatically-controlled torque amplification chamber) power-valve system.
Constant competition led to quick improvements in the model line, leading to the MC21 generation that was unveiled in 1990. Timing of the RC Valves were now controlled by a PGM-III ECU, it featured the iconic Gull-Arm swingarm, close-ratio gearbox, and smaller wheel diameters, which dropped from 18″ to 17″.
Performance enthusiasts were glad to hear that the “SP” model made a return, differentiated by the dry clutch, adjustable suspension, and gold Magtek wheels. 1990 SP’s had a Cabin Cigarettes livery, 1991s were adorned with a Pentax paint job, and 1992 brought back the legendary Rothmans scheme for 1,500 units.
This example is VIN: MC211061790. The seller purchased the bike from a private party through an Iconic auction Spring 2021 and states, “Carburated bikes require time and attention. Moving on.”
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 37 miles. The odometer shows 8,354 kilometers (5,190 miles).
Maintenance:
Per the seller, “Carburetor clean and service. Yes I do have documentation.”
Modifications:
According to the seller, the bike is stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax tires with date codes of 0414.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Pembroke Pines, Florida, this Honda is offered on a clean Arizona title. Have any NSR250R SP Rothmans MC21 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
