Description
This Yamaha XT250 is a beautifully presented and very low-mileage example, restored to a high standard and showing just 29 miles since completion.
The chassis number corresponds to a 1981 model, manufactured in July 1982.
The bike was imported to the UK by DK Motorcycles in 2017 and subsequently restored in 2021, at which point it was first registered in the UK (May 2021). We purchased the bike in March 2022.
The restoration has been carried out to a very high standard, resulting in a clean, and very cool machine. Mechanically, the engine has been rebuilt and the rolling chassis has been suitably assembled for on and off-road use. It feels sorted and is an easy comfortable ride with no hidden issues. It starts and runs as it should and presents as a well-sorted example ready for daily use or display. With just 29 miles covered since restoration, it has seen very little use, which is why we are selling it
Supporting paperwork and bills are present, documenting parts purchased during the rebuild, which gives confidence in the work undertaken.
Cosmetically, the bike is a standout. The silver tank with XT graphics, gold painted rims and classic trail styling give it a strong period-correct appearance. The overall finish reflects the care and attention taken during restoration.
The bike is currently SORN’d and was last MOT’d in 2021 at the point of UK registration.
Former keeper: 1 (UK)
UK registered: May 2021
Purchased by current owner: March 2022
Mileage: 29 miles since restoration
Restoration: Completed 2021
Import (via DK Motorcycles, 2017)
Supporting invoices/ bills included
As with any restored classic that has seen minimal use since completion, light recommissioning (fluids, checks, etc.) may be considered depending on how the next owner intends to use the bike.
In summary, this is a very well-restored, low-mileage XT250 with excellent visual appeal and supporting history—an ideal candidate for a collector or enthusiast. This Yamaha XT250 is an exceptionally clean and well-presented example, showing just 29 miles from new. It’s a rare find in this condition, with very light use, It starts easily, runs cleanly, and performs exactly as it should.
Cosmetically, the bike is particularly strong. The tank, bodywork, and frame are all in very good condition, with a crisp, sharp appearance that really sets it apart. The silver tank with XT graphics, gold painted. rims, and classic trail stance give it a proper period look, while the overall presentation suggests it virtually new.
The Yamaha XT250 is one of those bikes that has stood the test of time for a reason—simple, capable, and hugely enjoyable to ride. The XT250 is known for its reliability and simplicity and this example feels tight, fresh, and ready to ride. Lightweight and versatile, it captures everything that makes classic trail bikes so appealing.
What makes this particular example special is the combination of restoration quality and extremely low mileage since completion. With just 29 miles covered, it feels far closer to a freshly built machine than a used classic. It offers that rare opportunity to own a bike that’s been carefully brought back to life but barely used.
Visually, it’s a fantastic looking bike. The proportions, stance, and colour combination all work beautifully—the XT graphics, gold painted rims, and clean lines give it real presence without feeling overdone. It’s a bike that looks “right” from every angle.
There’s also something very appealing about the honesty of a bike like this. It stays true to what the XT250 is meant to be: a straightforward, dependable, go-anywhere machine.
Whether you’re drawn to it as a collector, a weekend rider, or simply someone who appreciates classic Yamaha design, this bike ticks a lot of boxes. It’s easy to live with, rewarding to ride, and increasingly hard to find in this condition.
A particularly smart and well-executed example of a much-loved model.
