70 Degress Of Two Stroke Fun : 1997 Suzuki RGV 250 SP VJ23

1997 Suzuki RGV 250 SP VJ23 for sale on ebay

All I can say is here it is if you’ve been holding out for a clean VJ23.  I didn’t say it would be cheap but here it is.  What is really unique about the bike is that this thing is bone stock.  And I mean stock, it doesn’t even look like the grips have been changed.  If you are in the market for a 23 this is a double edged sword.  On one hand you are getting a bike that is close to showroom fresh.  On the other hand you could easily be spending another $1,500 on derestricting it:  if you want it at it’s full potential.  On a side note, prices for full power CDI’s and pipes have skyrocketed on Yahoo Auctions Japan and other resellers.  Before  judging the price on this bike factor in the other costs if you are after the extra ponies.  No mention of a title but the bike is plated.  It should be question one for the seller though at this price point.

Mmmmm pictures:

Here is my 1997 Suzuki RGV 250 SP vj23 this bike needs no description. For those who are looking for a RGV-250 SP   know what it’s about.

Perfect and in pristine condition.

THIS BIKE IS EXTREMELY RARE.  (I am the only owner)  An absolutely stunning example of an all original Sport Production, Racing Replica,  imported by SUZUKI OF MEXICO from Japan for the Mexico MOTOR SHOW 1997

Take note the bike is 9.8 on 10 and cost me a lot of money to make sure it will be perfect. It drive perfectly and all original. It starts and runs perfectly, no issues to be worried about.  It is ready to ride and be enjoyed.  NEVER been abused, raced o drag

the bike had 2 issues

1. – some minor but annoying scratches on the front section and the front left turn signal

2. – The front right caliper wet’s (moisture) the brake disc, due to a aged O-ring in the piston caliper, very easy to change

the bike looks new and runs awesome.

History:

THIS BIKE IS EXTREMELY RARE.  (I’ am the only owner)  An absolutely stunning example of an all original Sport Production, Racing Replica,  Imported by SUZUKI OF MEXICO from Japan, for the Mexico MOTOR SHOW 1997

I was a former SUZUKI DEALER and got this piece as a sales history award

I receive the bike with 0 kilometers so I really know the history on this bike, right Know It’s only 5,400 kilometers or 3,200 miles on it!

Always serviced by Suzuki Technicians and with Motul oils and fluids.

I’ve hinted at it a couple of times; the price.  The auction is ongoing but the seller has also listed a buy it now price.  Are you holding on to your wallet?  $14,500 and it can be yours.  On one hand that is outlandish.  On the other hand he is pricing in the pain in the ass factor of getting a clean/low mile VJ23 into the United States.  You can find an extremely clean VJ23 in Japan for $6,000 to $7000.  Then you have to factor another $1,500 for shipping.  Another $500 if you are going to have someone break down the bike for shipping.  There will be fee’s to be paid at customs as well.  You could easily be in for over $10,000 and you have to be squeezing your cheeks for months worrying if the bike will get through customs and once home worrying if you can get a title.  It can be done cheaper but it is a gamble.   All that being said, I still think the price is a bit high.  That price might be appropriate if this was the ultra rare V model (only a few hundred made and derestricted) in say Lucky Strike colors.  I can vouch for the VJ23 though, they are a blast to ride.  The engine is strong, the chassis is rock solid and there is that exotic factor.  I spent over 5 years restoring mine so I’d be more than willing to answer any questions you might have about these bikes.  If you are ready to throw down some cash, you can find this 23 here. 

IK