Both Honda and Aprilia offered two-stroke sport bikes under the model name of “RS250”, but the Japanese variant was much more aggressive as it was a production racer available directly from the factory. It was first made available to privateer racers in 1985, going through four different generations until exiting Honda’s lineup in 2009.
As a ’97 model, this is part of the NX5 generation that was introduced in 1993. The NX5 came with a new 75 degree V-Twin motor which was more compact than the outgoing 90 degree engine. Dry weight was only about 225 pounds!
This example is VIN: MR019710031, Engine #: MR01E-9710028. The seller acquired it in Japan in 2012.
There is no odometer, true mileage is unknown.
Maintenance:
The seller states that this bike has zero kilometers on it since it was “fully restored with original NX5 parts HRC. Motorcycle sold with 2 parts lists as well as all invoices for new NX5 parts.”
“I completely restored it: crankshaft checked, bearings replaced, cylinders checked, complete new piston kit, cylinder heads, spark plugs, coils, spark plug caps, clutch new, etc. I’ve never ridden it, only started it.”
Modifications:
Renthal rear sprocket.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop slicks that have aged out.
The sale includes HRC parts lists for the 1997 and 2000 models, several spare parts, a period advertisement, and invoices. See photo album for more detail on the invoices.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Treillieres, France, this Honda is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any RS250 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
