No Reserve – 1996 Suzuki RGV250 SP VJ23

Description

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: VJ23A101919. The bike came to Iconic from Japan and the seller notes although the silencer is restricted the chamber is full power.

The odometer shows 48,534 kilometers (30,157 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: Ok
Transmission Oil Level: Ok
Transmission Oil Quality: LITTLE DARK
2T Oil Level: Ok
Coolant Level: LOW
Coolant Quality: FAIL, >300mV
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok, <1.5% Moisture
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok, <1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: NEEDS SERVICE
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: NOT WORKING
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: UNKNOWN
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 75%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 50%
Forks: Ok
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 29/21
Tire Date Code Rear: 29/21
Tire % Remaining Front: 60%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 75%
Tire Press. Front: 29 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 32 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.82V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: UNKNOWN
Running Condition: Yes, Intermittent
Test Ride Completed: None taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A

Cosmetic Imperfections:
-Rub mark on RH fairing
-Scratches on LH tail section

Notes:
-Had intermittent starts
*Braided front brake lines
*Aftermarket turn signals installed

REPAIRS RECOMMENDED
-Chain service
-Coolant
-Carbs
-Gearbox oil

Modifications:
Aftermarket teardrop turn signals.

Steel braided front brake lines.

Tape on tank.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Metzeler Sportec M9 RR tires with date codes of 2921 and 2921.

The sale includes four keys.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:

Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Suzuki is offered on a Bill of Sale only with import paperwork. Iconic can assist the winning bidder obtain a Washington state title for $750. Have any RGV250 SP VJ23 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!