Description
Update 4/10: The listing previously noted the bike does not run and only posted a walk around video. This bike does indeed run, see video below:
Introduced in 1996, the RGV250 was filled with design cues from Suzuki’s 250cc Gamma Grand Prix racer. When de-restricted, it produced over 60 horsepower to motivate just 282 pounds of dry weight. Visor Down called it “the purest and most race-bred two-stroke track tool ever to make it into a showroom.”
For the 1996 model year, Suzuki debuted the VJ23 generation with an all new engine that featured a 70-degree configuration of the V-twin, just like the factory race bikes. Just 2,218 were built.
All of the VJ23s were based on the high-spec SP model (an upgrade in the previous generation), meaning they received a dry clutch, a close-ratio transmission, a ram air intake, and some larger carbs.
This example is VIN: VJ23A100405. The seller purchased the bike approximately three years ago from “Japan Commercial Auction.”
The odometer shows 11,751 KM which is 7,301 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: GOOD
Engine Oil Level: GOOD
Engine Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: GOOD
Coolant Level: LOW
Coolant Quality: FAIL ELECTROLYSIS TEST GREATER THAN .30v
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: MARGINAL MORE THAN 1.5% LESS THAN 3% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: FAIL
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: PASS
Parking Light: PASS
Turn Signals: PASS
Tail Light: PASS
Brake Light (Front Switch): PASS
Brake Light (Rear Switch): PASS
Plate Light: PASS
Horn: PASS
Kill Switch: PASS
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 20
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 50
Forks: LEAKING
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 0519
Tire Date Code Rear: 0519
Tire % Remaining Front: 75
Tire % Remaining Rear: 80
Tire Press. Front: 28
Tire Press. Rear: 32
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.66
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.3
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: N/A
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
•FORKS LEAKING
•FRONT PADS LOW
•TIRES AGED
•CHAIN /SPROCKETS WORN
•COOLANT LOW
Recommended repairs:
•Rebuild forks
•Replace front pads
•Replace front and rear tires
•Replace chain and sprockets
•Top off coolant
Modifications:
The seller states “there are no mods.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Sportmax GPR300F tires with date codes of 0519 and 0519.
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 Santa Monica, California, this Suzuki is offered on a bill of sale with import paperwork. Iconic can help the high bidder to obtain a Washington State title for approximately $550. Have any RGV250 SP VJ23 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
