Description
Introduced in 1997, the Lanza DT230 was built for the Japanese market where (as Yamaha themselves put it), “users generally avoid models with a large chassis and high seat height.”
This lightweight (251 pounds) dual-sport featured a 2-stroke 224cc single-cylinder engine which produced a claimed 40 horsepower.
Despite the diminutive displacement, Yamaha packed this bike with some impressive technological innovations for the time – including their first ever use of traction control! At that time, the system controlled ignition timing based on the rate of acceleration vs. change in engine rpm to determine if the rear wheel was slipping.
This example is VIN: 4TP005485. The seller imported this bike from Japan.
The odometer shows 38,460 KM which is 23,898 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: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: FAIL MORE THAN 3% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: MARGINAL
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: PASS
Headlight High Beam: PASS
Headlight Low Beam: PASS
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
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: 60
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 70
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 5023
Tire Date Code Rear: 1124
Tire % Remaining Front: 99
Tire % Remaining Rear: 99
Tire Press. Front: 25
Tire Press. Rear: 28
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.18V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.8V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: NO
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
SWITCH ON BARS FUNCTION UNKNOWN
LOWER CHAIN GUIDE BROKEN
CLUTCH DRAGS AT MAX PULL
OIL WARNING LIGHT ON
CARB LEAKING FUEL
CORROSION ON FRONT BRAKE MASTER
CHAIN MAY BE TIGHT ADJUSTERS AT MAX
Recommended repairs:
Flush both brake lines
Carb service
Diag oil warning light
Diag clutch drag
Modifications:
The bike appears to be stock.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Trailmax tires with date codes of 5023 and 1124.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Panorama City, California, this Yamaha is offered on a Bill of Sale with import paperwork. 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 DT230 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
