For Sale: 1987 YAMAHA TZR 250 (2ME)
Hot on the heels of this Japanese TZR-250 comes another one from the wilds of Canada. This bike currently resides in Michigan, where it enjoys a title affording it street bike status. While not a SP model, it is still worthy of a look.
From the seller:
Selling my “FREE AND CLEAR MICHIGAN TITLE 1987 tzr-250” had it since 06/05/2000.. Well maintained! 26,276km (16,327mi) Engine is stock no mod’s done other then it has a nice well built performance exhaust maybe (fIII) not sure? no name or numbers on exhaust.Also comes with a rare factory yamaha solo cover (1KT-W0771-00).The steering stabilizer is adjustable very nice for a light bike.All stainless steel braided brake lines. Comes with 2 factory keys,service & parts manual’s,& tool kit. as you observe the pic’s the bike has some scratches.. I took pics as best as i could, Amazingly the fuel tank is dent and rust free no conditioners were applied. there is a small crease on the bottom left portion of tank does not affect anything it’s covered up by the seat.
* 2008 1500mi ago installed fresh top end cleaned and adjusted the ypvs power valves accordingly. Always used AMSOIL INTERCEPTOR OIL!
* cleaned and adjusted carb’s,installed new rubber bowl gaskets and needle valves, new air filter.
* newer gold chain comes with extra sprocket (rear).
* brake pads thick like new.
* new battery 2010.
* bridgestone bt96 front & rear wear 90% front 50-60% rear.
It is rare to see a pair of TZRs so close together, but such is the feast-or-famine existence in the rare sportbike world. This one looks pretty good for its age and mileage. It is not a museum piece by any means, and some of the modifications such as the fender chop are hard to reverse. This view really shows you what a small and narrow bike the TZR is – a far cry from today’s 190 series rear rubber found on big bore bikes!
This little smoker is available now. The auction started out very low, and has reached $1,751 with moderate bidding. A reserve is in place, and I expect this one to climb above $3,500 before anything gets interesting. If you are looking for a 250 with a little zing, this TZR might just fit the bill. Click on the link for more pictures and auction details. Good Luck!
MI
I would have to question if it was a real Canadian model I only ask cause the japanese model’s where the only ones to come with the rear turn lights next to the brake light in the fairing.
My one friend has a true canadian model they was imported one year only in 1987. The rear turn signals come down off the side of the inner fender plastic piece. So you have two seperate turn signals and where they are on this one it had two rubberized foam pieces in the tail to fill in the gap. Also a True canadian model should have a full 17 digit vin along with if still on the bike canadian emissions sticker/plate.
I also forgot that it also has japanese spec mirrors on it