1988 VT250R Build

This is going to be a slow-burn thread, but I feel I need to start the thread to keep me motivated to finally get this thing finally built. I started this project YEARS ago and it has always stayed 3rd in line on the project list. Well, it's been bugging me and I need to make progress.

I have already completely mocked up the bike and created all of the bracketry needed for the bodywork and custom fairing stay. It is a mash-up of "VF" era bodywork and front suspension.

From the initial mock-up build:







Shit... gotta go make dinner. More to come...

 

Great !
Looks good Cap


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let me know if you need any vtr parts, i have too many.

 

This should be fun to watch!

 

Fox Twin Clicker. Minimum +10mm.



Relieved the upper clevis to accept the Fox. Not exactly sure what it was originally for, but judging by the dimensions, probably 87 CBR600F or 86 VFR750F. When I first mocked the bike up I didn't have this shock, or a real plan other than the stock shock. I figured eventually it could have a remote res shock, so I mitred the remnants of the left passenger peg bracket and had a mount welded.

 

Oh yeah. Fox Shock back from Evolution Suspension for a full rebuild.

 

Beautiful…


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WAY ahead of myself, but I just wanted it done and ready. He can get busy other times of the year.

 

a hawk centerstand works on the 250 also. for home shop use only.

 

Good to know, thanks SM!