“This is (as far as I know) the only 1968 DT1 which was imported officially to Europe.” In 1968, Yamaha introduced a machine that would change the motorcycle world forever, the DT-1. It was an […]
Tag: 250cc
Yamaha SR250: A Perfect Donor?
The Yamaha SR250 is one of the world’s most popular donor bikes for custom builders. Today, Jake Snowdon from Sweden’s Jadus Motorcycle Parts — the SR250 experts — delves into the heritage, design, and specs […]
Island Hopper: Honda XL250 Scrambler by Custommade C.A.
A two-seat 250 scrambler, perfect for small trips to the Greek islands… When Honda introduced the XL250 in 1972, it was the world’s first mass-produced four-stroke enduro, laying the groundwork for the big four-stroke enduros […]
Yamaha XT250 “Dragonfly” by Francis Von Tuto
A dragonfly built from a $150 box of parts… Introduced in 1980, the Yamaha XT250 quickly became a popular workhorse on farms and ranches, earning a bit of notoriety in 1982 as Rambo’s getaway bike […]
“Ignite” Honda FTR250 by Ignition MC
The Honda FTR250 was a factory street tracker styled after the company’s purpose-built flat tracker, the legendary Honda RS750, which broke the long dominance of Harley-Davidson in the AMA Grand National Championship, winning four championships […]
Yamaha SR250 Custom by Officina Serrao D’Aquino
While the Yamaha SR250 may not seem like the most likely candidate for customization, the little air-cooled mono-cylinder commuter machine has become a favorite among custom bike builders. While the first-generation bike was only available […]
Yamaha SR250 Brat Scrambler by David Isachsen
“I think in the first hour of riding my face hurt from smiling so much…” Those are the words of Canada’s David Isachsen, describing his first ride on a brand-new Honda 50 Mini Trail in […]
Yamaha SR250 City Tracker by Trintaeum Motorcycles
The Yamaha SR250 is simply one of the most beloved small-bore motorcycles of all time — particularly among custom builders. While the first-gen version could only reach around 72-75 mph, the air-cooled reliability, incredible fuel […]
Suzuki GN250 Street Tracker by STG Tracker
Argentina has become a hotbed of street tracker and scrambler builds. Much of this interest and energy is thanks to Marcelo Obarrio of STG Tracker. Marcelo, a former cyclist, owned the country’s first brand of […]
Kawasaki Ninja 250R Street Tracker
The Kawasaki Ninja 250R — aka EX250 — has become a favorite of riders across the world. The 30-hp parallel twin has surprising midrange punch, a silky gearbox, and a lightweight chassis. Asian and Euro-spec […]
