1996 CR250 McGrath Replica Rebuild

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Jmcd1988 10/4/2015 3:16am
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I have 95 linkage if needed.
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MaxPower 10/4/2015 5:29am
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SpKRacing wrote:
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got...
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got them finished and all cleaned up today. A few imperfections but overall I'm pretty happy with how they came out.

No one commented on these? These look great!
How much time do you have in making them?
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SpKRacing 10/4/2015 7:48am
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SpKRacing wrote:
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got...
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got them finished and all cleaned up today. A few imperfections but overall I'm pretty happy with how they came out.

MaxPower wrote:
No one commented on these? These look great!
How much time do you have in making them?
Thanks! The skid plate and case guard didn't take too long. Couple hours each maybe. I think it took longer to make the patterns than it did to actually build the parts. The frame covers took a while though. Mostly just because I'm so picky. I think I made 4 of each before I got some that I was happy with. I'd get one done and bolt it on and there'd be some little thing I wasn't happy with so I'd go back and change the pattern and try again.
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SpKRacing 10/4/2015 7:54am
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Jmcd1988 wrote:
I have 95 linkage if needed.
I'll keep you in mind! I'm not sure what I'm going to do yet. I put all new bearings in my 93 linkage before I discovered it wouldn't work. The swingarm I got is in pretty rough shape so I'm not sure I even want to use it. I would just put my 93 swingarm back on but it has two cracks around the caliper bracket. If I decide to run the 95 swingarm I'll get ahold of you on the linkage. Thanks!

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benchracermx 10/4/2015 10:51am
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SpKRacing wrote:
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got...
In my "spare time" (whatever that is) over the last couple weeks I've been building my own frame covers, case guard, and skid plate. I got them finished and all cleaned up today. A few imperfections but overall I'm pretty happy with how they came out.

MaxPower wrote:
No one commented on these? These look great!
How much time do you have in making them?
SpKRacing wrote:
Thanks! The skid plate and case guard didn't take too long. Couple hours each maybe. I think it took longer to make the patterns than it...
Thanks! The skid plate and case guard didn't take too long. Couple hours each maybe. I think it took longer to make the patterns than it did to actually build the parts. The frame covers took a while though. Mostly just because I'm so picky. I think I made 4 of each before I got some that I was happy with. I'd get one done and bolt it on and there'd be some little thing I wasn't happy with so I'd go back and change the pattern and try again.
Hi, how does the skid plate fix?
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SpKRacing 10/4/2015 11:03am
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MaxPower wrote:
No one commented on these? These look great!
How much time do you have in making them?
SpKRacing wrote:
Thanks! The skid plate and case guard didn't take too long. Couple hours each maybe. I think it took longer to make the patterns than it...
Thanks! The skid plate and case guard didn't take too long. Couple hours each maybe. I think it took longer to make the patterns than it did to actually build the parts. The frame covers took a while though. Mostly just because I'm so picky. I think I made 4 of each before I got some that I was happy with. I'd get one done and bolt it on and there'd be some little thing I wasn't happy with so I'd go back and change the pattern and try again.
benchracermx wrote:
Hi, how does the skid plate fix?
I just made a couple little tabs and welded them to the frame. These pictures are obviously before anything was cleaned up or painted...I'll post better ones here soon. I'm getting everything together now.







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SpKRacing 10/4/2015 8:11pm
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Here's the frame covers all bolted up.













cr250forlife 10/4/2015 9:19pm
10/4/2015 9:19pm Edited Date/Time 10/5/2015 12:26am
Great job fabricating your own frame guards, they're definitely nice. Thanks for sharing.
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SpKRacing 10/7/2015 10:58pm
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Got a few of the little things done tonight. Not a lot, but making progress. Here's my skid plate!





david.murello 10/9/2015 12:23pm
10/9/2015 12:23pm
Hi, I'm looking for water pump protection like the one on Honda Cr 250 isata 1996 from Mcgrath. Do you know who built?
david.murello 10/9/2015 12:28pm
10/9/2015 12:28pm
david.murello wrote:
Hi, I'm looking for water pump protection like the one on Honda Cr 250 isata 1996 from Mcgrath. Do you know who built?


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SpKRacing 10/9/2015 12:44pm
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david.murello wrote:
Hi, I'm looking for water pump protection like the one on Honda Cr 250 isata 1996 from Mcgrath. Do you know who built?
david.murello wrote:
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I could be mistaken, but I don't think they were ever in production. I built my own and made modifications to the frame to mount it. I believe there was someone else on this thread that had one made for theirs, also.
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Jmcd1988 10/9/2015 8:02pm
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I have one. Works connection made them I believe.
david.murello 10/9/2015 11:12pm
10/9/2015 11:12pm
I've seen many identical replica Mcgrath and I thought it was.
Work connections not only side guard? Well pump protection plate? I have to try. Thank you!!
david.murello 10/9/2015 11:13pm
10/9/2015 11:13pm
david.murello wrote:
I've seen many identical replica Mcgrath and I thought it was. Work connections not only side guard? Well pump protection plate? I have to try. Thank...
I've seen many identical replica Mcgrath and I thought it was.
Work connections not only side guard? Well pump protection plate? I have to try. Thank you!!


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doctor46 10/9/2015 11:33pm
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david.murello wrote:
I've seen many identical replica Mcgrath and I thought it was. Work connections not only side guard? Well pump protection plate? I have to try. Thank...
I've seen many identical replica Mcgrath and I thought it was.
Work connections not only side guard? Well pump protection plate? I have to try. Thank you!!
You can easily arrange it by yourself, I did it and the tough point is to modify the frame with the 2 threaded bushes, you need only a 5 mm thickness aluminium plate and a good tig welder.

This is mine:








david.murello 10/9/2015 11:44pm
10/9/2015 11:44pm
I thought it maybe and I will do so but to do good work it takes some hours work and welder. I was also thinking to realize from block of aluminum with CNC milling machine of a friend. Thanks for tips!
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SpKRacing 10/11/2015 1:12pm
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I've had the dream of building this bike for a long time. After holding onto it for 15 years I was finally able to do it. I can't thank everyone who made it possible enough. There's a lot of time and a lot of money there, but most importantly, there's a lot of pride. Thank you everyone for sharing your information!









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david.murello 10/11/2015 2:40pm
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Understood. I don't have much knowledge of English, are Italian, and hadn't read well. I reiterate that I think it is a good job. I'm ending my reply and then I insert pictures.
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SpKRacing 10/11/2015 3:03pm
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There seems to be several languages spoken here. It can be hard to understand each other sometimes, but everyone here shares the same love! Looks like you're off to a good start!
david.murello 10/11/2015 3:13pm
10/11/2015 3:13pm
SpKRacing wrote:
There seems to be several languages spoken here. It can be hard to understand each other sometimes, but everyone here shares the same love! Looks like...
There seems to be several languages spoken here. It can be hard to understand each other sometimes, but everyone here shares the same love! Looks like you're off to a good start!
Sure, the passion! I'm in love with replica Mcgrath.
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PN27416 10/14/2015 1:35pm
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What aftermarket side panel/number plates have you guys use?
Great bikes here you guys!!!!
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MCfan4life 10/14/2015 3:46pm
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PN27416 wrote:
What aftermarket side panel/number plates have you guys use?
Great bikes here you guys!!!!
You can't go wrong with Acerbis or UFO
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SpKRacing 10/14/2015 4:21pm
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PN27416 wrote:
What aftermarket side panel/number plates have you guys use?
Great bikes here you guys!!!!
I like to use UFO. The only thing I don't like is the front fenders aren't pre-drilled for some reason...
JohnnyOfast 10/14/2015 4:40pm
10/14/2015 4:40pm
I got the polisport complete kit from motosports but I think they're out of them, saw them on ebay for around $100

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PN27416 10/15/2015 9:21am
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PN27416 wrote:
What aftermarket side panel/number plates have you guys use?
Great bikes here you guys!!!!
SpKRacing wrote:
I like to use UFO. The only thing I don't like is the front fenders aren't pre-drilled for some reason...
Thank you guys!
chuckdavies 10/16/2015 7:12am
10/16/2015 7:12am
For those that have read through this thread, will know how rare the genuine white rear fenders are, and how essential they are for a 96 McGrath build! I have one that i'll sell for the right price - i don't think you'll find another...

Email me if interested... chuck_davies@hotmail.com

Worldwide shipping available.

Thanks!



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SpKRacing 10/25/2015 7:57pm
10/25/2015 7:57pm
Felt great to be back on my old 93 again! Quite possibly my last ride of the year as I don't think the weather is going to hold out too much longer and it was a perfect way to end the season!



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