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Asking price

£3,250

Private seller

1981 Suzuki TS

  • 3,548 Miles
  • Manual, 5 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1850cc
  • 1981
  • MKW448W
  • Blue
  • Private seller
  • GB
    Copmanthorpe, United Kingdom

Description

1981 Suzuki TS185 ER – Original Blue, 3, 548 Miles, UK Registered with Age-Related Plate

Offered for sale is a lovely example of Suzuki's classic two-stroke trail bike, the TS185 ER, in its original and most sought-after blue colour scheme. Manufactured in February 1981 and originally supplied to the US market, the bike was imported to the UK and registered in 2021, receiving the attractive age-related registration MKW 448W, far nicer than the modern style plates many imports carry.
The bike has been refurbished to a good, honest standard. This is a machine that has been done properly to be used and enjoyed rather than a concours trailer queen, and it presents extremely well the paintwork, chrome and brightwork are all in fine order, as the photos show. The odometer reads just 3, 548 miles.
The TS185 ER is remembered as one of the best all-rounders of Suzuki's much-loved TS trail range light, simple, characterful and genuinely usable, equally at home commuting, green-laning or just enjoying a Sunday ride. These bikes were often ridden hard and left to rot, so tidy survivors in the original colours are increasingly hard to find, and values have been steadily climbing.
Being over 40 years old, the bike is both MOT and road tax exempt, making it a cheap and easy classic to own. It starts and runs well
Supplied with a UK V5C keys, documentation to prove authenticity and MOT exemption.
A rare chance to own an iconic 1980s two-stroke trail bike in its best colour, ready to ride and enjoy.
No time wasters and collection on receipt of cleared funds only!

Nostalgia, my brother had this bike back in the day, it was the right bike, right colour right year in a good condition.

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Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

Yes

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

No

Private seller

1 listing since 2026

Vehicle location

Copmanthorpe, York, United Kingdom
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Motorcycles
Reference number:
C2126070
Listed on:
05/08/2026
Model:
Suzuki TS
Year:
1981
Colour:
Blue
Seller type:
Private

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