Description
For sale is my highly reliable 1983 Honda XL250R. This is the sought-after, bulletproof Single Overhead Cam (SOHC) 4-valve engine with the single-carburetor layout—preferred by classic riders for its mechanical simplicity and easy maintenance over the later twin-carb models. Key Details: • Year: 1983 (OHC Engine) • Price: £2, 450 (Sensible offers considered) • Location: Warminster, Wiltshire (BA12) • Running Costs: £0 Road Tax & Fully MOT Exempt (Historic Vehicle status) • V5C Logbook: Present and in my name for a seamless transfer Ownership & History:
I have owned this fantastic machine for the last 9 years, and it has been my trusted daily commuter. Throughout nearly a decade of ownership, it has never once let me down. It is an incredibly reluctant sale, but it has proven itself to be one of the most dependable bikes Honda ever built.
The custom look: The bike is in fair, honest condition for its age and benefits from several choice, genuine period-correct Honda upgrades. It has been styled to look exactly like its bigger brother, the aggressive XL600R, giving it a much meaner, chunkier front profile while retaining the lightweight handling and low running costs of the 250cc motor: • Fitted with an iconic, genuine Honda XL600R front headlight casing/ shroud • Fitted with a matching, high-level Honda XL600R front fender/ mudguard • Fitted with a full set of genuine 1985 Honda XL600R front and back indicators • Fitted with clean, highly visible Honda XLR wing mirrors Recent Maintenance & Extras:
The bike has been loved and properly maintained in my garage, with several fresh parts just fitted to keep it operating perfectly. It also comes with the essential reading material for any future maintenance: • Includes the genuine Honda bike manual! (Perfect for wiring diagrams, valve specs, and service data) •
Fresh, recent engine oil change • Brand new clutch cable fitted (light, smooth action) • Brand new rev counter cable fitted (clocks work exactly as they should) New exhaust fitted 3 months ago. Condition: This bike is exceptionally reliable. It starts easily from cold, idles beautifully, and the engine pulls exactly as a classic Honda thumper should. Mechanically sound and ready to go—you can literally turn up and ride it away immediately. It has been my daily commute. Perfect as a tax-free weekend green-laner, a local commuter with tons of 80s character, or an honest addition to a classic garage. Collection only from Warminster. Cash or bank transfer on collection. SOLD AS SEEN. My smart phone doesnt cover this area so recording the engine will be difficult. The bike does have cosmetic dings etc and side covers are as best as I can get them.. It is 43 years old! Trip meter on speedometer fell off. It is not a pristine example, it is meant to be ridden and enjoyed. message me for number plate. i will accept also a bank transfer. The back box doesnt come with the bike, I will take it off once sold, I need it for my new bike! New back tire fitted 2 months ago as well!
It is tax and mot exempt, it is reliable and a perfect commuter
