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Mark_Lynch Started a new thread 87’ CR250 restoration

11/28/2020 6:40am
Everybody has a starting point....and this was mine. Picked the bike up on Sept 14,2018 in Arkansas. Drove it back to Dallas with full intentions on tearing it to the ground. You never quite know what you have until you rip into it.
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Mark_Lynch Added a reply to 87’ CR250 restoration

11/28/2020 6:39am
Bought the cover on EBay.... $35 by Pit Replica and came from Thailand. Yes, I was skeptical about everything, but I ordered it and I have to say it didn’t disappoint. I found a couple of others here, but I didn’t want a two piece cover. This one matches the original look best. I have raced my bike for a...

creepingdeath76 Liked a reply to forum topic 87’ CR250 restoration

11/28/2020 6:26am
Seat looks great!! I am just starting a resto on an "87 and was wondering where you got the seat cover with the lettering already on it.. Thanks in advance!
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PBRvince Liked a reply to forum topic 87’ CR250 restoration

11/28/2020 6:24am
Hey Mark I have a question maybe you could help me with, I've been tinkering with the '87 I have and I'm having an issue with the kick starter skipping down when I go to kick it over, I pulled the cover off and noticed from the IPB that it requires two of those 20mm thrust washers, one on each end of the pinion gear...Wait, as I'm writing this I think I just figured out what my issue is, I only have two of those thrust washers and the IPB shows it having three on there. I think only having...
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Mark_Lynch Added a reply to 1992 Stanton build

4/18/2020 9:19am
Is that a stock tank? My tank isn’t white enough for my restore. Will a Clarke tank look good? I am hesitant to buy one only because I have never seen one up close on a bike. Any info will help. Thanks

Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/29/2019 5:32am
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/29/2019 5:32am
She is done!
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/23/2019 5:26pm
Installed new rear sprocket, brake shoes, and tire.
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/23/2019 5:26pm
Getting closer!
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/23/2019 5:26pm
Thanks for your kind words Mark. You bike turned out great so this means a lot coming from you. I really appreciate it. It is my first rebuild.
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Mark_Lynch Added a reply to 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:37pm
I’m impressed Brian ! Your bike is looking awesome. You can tell your meticulous about things and that usually makes for a nice outcome. Keep it up. Looking forward to seeing it finished

Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:33pm
I got the spring back from the powder coater and cleaned up the shock.
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:33pm
Work continues.... Radiator, All Balls linkage kit. Going to try zinc plating tomorrow.
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:32pm
I hope to put the engine back in the frame as soon as I put the new reed valves and manifold on.
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:32pm
Assembled
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Brian_Bowles Liked a reply to forum topic 1986 CR125 alive again! she is done!

7/11/2019 5:31pm
Making progress on the swing arm parts.
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mxracer106 Liked a reply to forum topic Let's see your 80's Bikes

5/27/2019 8:46am
Here is my '86 CR250 racer...it's a blast to ride, and still rips pretty good for an old dude!
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