Description
Update 6/18: As an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title.
Please note: This is part of the Greg Zydyk collection.
Nowadays you can get all kinds of 250-400cc entry level sportbikes in the US, but back in 1990 the entire market was basically the Kawasaki Ninja 250 and the Honda VTR250. In Honda’s home market of Japan, things were a bit more exciting. Building off of the success that Honda saw with the original ‘Babyblade’ 250R, the 250RR was the successor to the venerable featherweight motorcycle, offering a robust and feature-packed platform for any motorcycle enthusiast from the touge to the track.
With a inline-four engine and a weight of just 350 lbs., the 250RR was good for roughly 45 horsepower at an astounding 19,000 RPM redline. With gear-driven cams and a direct air intake system, the MC22 was a swift package that offered substantial suspension to support the riding style of this quarter-liter sportbike. With adjustable preload in the front and a mono-shock out back, the 250RR was at home when at lean.
This example is VIN: MC221007230. The seller acquired it 13 years ago from Japan and states, “The Honda MC22 caught my attention with its small-displacement, four-cylinder engine and high-revving performance. It was one of the first bikes I ever imported.”
During his ownership, the seller has covered approximately 250 kilometers (155 miles). The odometer shows 10,637 kilometers (6,609 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us flush, fill and bleed both the coolant and brake fluid, and diagnose and repair the front left turn signal switch and front brake switch. The seller states “the fuel tank has been professionally cleaned and lined by an old school professional prior to sending the bike to Iconic. The fairings and fuel tank are OEM Honda.”
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: GOOD NEW
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD NEW
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD NEW
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok, Little dirty
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 95%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 90%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 19/17
Tire Date Code Rear: 07/17
Tire % Remaining Front: 98%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 95%
Tire Press. Front: 33 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 33 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.96V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.26V
Running Condition: Ok
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 mi
Notes:
-[Carbs]Tiny bit “fluffy” down low
-Tires aged
-Cosmetic Imperfections:
–Scratch on RH fuel tank
–RH fork protector, vinyl is creased
–Small paint chip LH fuel tank and tail section
–Few marks on LH fairing
–HRC sticker over paint damage, rear of fuel tank
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED
Replace tires
Modifications:
According to the seller, the bike is stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Continental ContiAttack SM tires with date codes of 0717 and 1917.
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 Panorama City, California, this Honda is offered on a clean Ohio title. Please note that as an import, this bike lacks certain compliance and emissions stickers that the state of California would require to transfer a title. Have any CBR250RR stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
