Honda VT250s for sale?

[H0nda]

Hi all
Anybody know of any Honda VT 250's out there for sale ?!?!
Would be of great help (:

[H0nda]

Hello
Anyone know if any Honda VT 250's out there for sale ?!

[bogan]

you after a specific model? spada, f2, fg etc....

[H0nda]

Nah not really.

[otter]

The fast ones :P

[Ender EnZed]

any Honda VT 250's out there for sale ?!?!


http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-412630310.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-412860580.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-410536183.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-411356598.htm

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-410161305.htm

[Brayden]

How much are you looking to spend?

[mikel19]

Did you end up finding one? I ask as I have a vt250 spada I'm looking at selling soon?

[GingerMidget]

I'm looking, how much are you after for the spada?

[sleemanj]

There is a low K's Spada on Trademe at the moment, don't know what the reserve is, carjam on the plate (see one of the questions) shows the K's are probably accurate...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=453551705

Ad says there is a "spare bike" with it too.

[Tigadee]

Spadas are pretty small, aren't they?

[GingerMidget]

ooh thats cheap! i wish i had that kinda money just sitting about :(

[sleemanj]

Spadas are pretty small, aren't they?

No not really, bout the same as most 250s. They do/did produce a good deal more power (40hp) than most 250s (especially modern one) and the 6 speed gearbox is helpful in making use of it too.

Sure the Hyosung GT250R for example is larger but that's because it uses the full size frame with a 250 motor in it, I guess they forgot about power-to-weight ratios - the Hyo is about 28hp and 168kg, while the Spada is 40hp and 143kg.

[Tigadee]

Thanks, Sleemanj. Guess it's about the same as my old Zeal then? Or the new VTR250? If only there was a 250 like the Hyo but lighter and with more oomph.

I tried the GT250 Comet for a while and it was pretty lumbering/gutless. Had a Screaming Demon pipe on it which sounded good though...

[ducatilover]

Spadas are pretty small, aren't they?
Try one for size, they're not as roomy as a Hyosung, but they go a shit load better. They ride better than all the 40hp 4cyls because they have a flatter torque curve.
They go much better than the VTR250, they have more HP and a six speed box.
My favourite 4 stroke 250.

There is a low K's Spada on Trademe at the moment, don't know what the reserve is, carjam on the plate (see one of the questions) shows the K's are probably accurate...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=453551705

Ad says there is a "spare bike" with it too.
Very nice example, original decals too!
Not original mirrors, but who cares?
I'd own another very happily.

[Tigadee]

What are parts availability like though, both here and internationally?

It seems the main complaint about this bike is just finding parts, otherwise previous owners rated performance and reliability as high.

[sleemanj]

What are parts availability like though, both here and internationally?

It seems the main complaint about this bike is just finding parts, otherwise previous owners rated performance and reliability as high.

The Spada was imported here all official like I believe. Any good official Honda dealer should be able to get most any part direct from Honda. Or econohonda.co.nz

There is a service manual for the Spada available (it's been linked here on KB before, or google it, it's a whole pile of scanned images, I have it if anybody wants).

Also Microfiches for various bikes can be found online, I think the one below is for the Interceptor specifically but all the VTR series share a lot of stuff (eyeball is a good judge)...
http://www.cheapcycleparts.com/model_years/517-honda-1989-vtr-vtr250/assemblies/8899#

NB: I have a VTZ 250, which is a grey import Japanese domestic bike just preceding the Spada, getting parts for even that isn't a problem once you work out what the part number is.

[ducatilover]

What are parts availability like though, both here and internationally?

It seems the main complaint about this bike is just finding parts, otherwise previous owners rated performance and reliability as high.
Apart from the cams and heads, it's the same as a VT250 and VTR250 (except the gear sets in the VTR)
Oil filter is CBR250/TRX450 etc etc very common.
The fuel tap can let go, MC22/NC24/NC30 ones can fit (I learnt this after buying a brand new one because they don't sell the o-ring or the diaphragm)
Brakes are common, same as VTR250/MC19 as are the forks and seal.
Steering bearings are easy to get.
Air filter is easy to get.

I ran mine for 130k and the only expensive part was the fuel tap, which as explained didn't need to be.

Tyres are common and cheap sizes.

The oil feed to the cam chain tensioner should be bored out a tiny bit and you won't have tensioner problems


Anything else? :cool:

[Tigadee]

Anything else? :cool:

Does it come with factory air-bags? LOL

No, I'm sold on the Spada, thank you! :lol:

BTW, is the Spada basically a 250cc Bros?

[ducatilover]

Does it come with factory air-bags? LOL

No, I'm sold on the Spada, thank you! :lol:

BTW, is the Spada basically a 250cc Bros?

Only the brake pads are the same, and they brake light switches, other than that, nope. (might be a few nuts 'n bolts that swap...)
It has a fancier frame than a Bros, but not a bitchin' single sided swinger. :weep:

[zique]

Sorry to add to this thread..but anyone selling a VT250 Spada?

[bogan]

Sorry to add to this thread..but anyone selling a VT250 Spada?

I'll throw a spade in with my VT250F2, that'll count right?

[ducatilover]

I'll throw a spade in with my VT250F2, that'll count right?
You selling the shark machine? I need a spade, according to my name

[bogan]

You selling the shark machine? I need a spade, according to my name

If the price is right I would, probly 1-1.5k. Hahaha, that took a while to figure out

[ducatilover]

If the price is right I would, probly 1-1.5k. Hahaha, that took a while to figure out
That's a great deal for someone, I'd buy it myself, but I really don't need another small bike. (even though it has SHARK FACE!!!!!)

[bogan]

(even though it has SHARK FACE!!!!!)

I know right, things with faces are just cooler. Got three of my vehicles sorted, just need to do the KR-E and the CR125...

[ducatilover]

I know right, things with faces are just cooler. Got three of my vehicles sorted, just need to do the KR-E and the CR125...
Well, to make the numbers seem better, both of my vehicles need sorting :D

[zique]

I'll throw a spade in with my VT250F2, that'll count right?

Not a bad bike but I'd prefer a SPADA.

Btw are you two like almost neighbours?lol

[ducatilover]

Not a bad bike but I'd prefer a SPADA.

Btw are you two like almost neighbours?lol
Almost.
I've got a mate who picked up a Spada for just over a grand recently, not sure how good it is, I'll have to go check it over sometime.
I'd definitely own another one, I'd put MC22 fairing on it if I had another though, half fairing was nice, but it didn't look complete

[zique]

Wow thats a good buy at $1K.I've been researching them and they look a whole lot better and lighter than the hornet.
If he's selling then I'd be keen as I can't find any for sale in NZ.

[ducatilover]

I doubt he's selling, he only just got it :D and if he sells it, it may end up in my garage.
They're 139kg dry, they're much easier to move around at slow speeds than a Hornet and pull better at all revs too (except up the top, they're pretty even)

[zique]

But you got too many bikes already lol..
Btw any idea how OFTEN Spadas come up for sale?I'd rather one than a Hornet so I might just wait for one to come on the market.

[ducatilover]

One can never have enough bikes

There are usually a handful each year

[Brayden]

http://i.imgur.com/Eizug.jpg

[zique]

What a beautiful rear end!..that line is usually reserved for the ladies haha

[ducatilover]

http://i.imgur.com/Eizug.jpg
Can I have it yet? Please?

[Tigadee]

Btw any idea how OFTEN Spadas come up for sale?I'd rather one than a Hornet so I might just wait for one to come on the market.

Look at the VTZ250, it's basically the same bike as the Spada, I think...

[ducatilover]

Look at the VTZ250, it's basically the same bike as the Spada, I think...
Nope ;) :cool:

[Tigadee]

Oh, my bad. I thought they looked similar...

[ducatilover]

Oh, my bad. I thought they looked similar...
:shit:

Nah. I'll let you off :D

[littlebigpuff]

hey . i just bought this for 300 bucks :http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=77unu
currently dereg but she does have 2 brand new tires , has :14892 kms on the clock and is very clean as she has been sitting in my mate garage for years(i mean YEARS!!!!!!)
crazest thing is that there is no rear shock ... and ive phoned everywhere i can and the cheapest i can get one for is 270 delivered or 310 delivered from aus ... so does anyone know of a rear shock that is cheap and will fit this ?
this aint that much off topic as i will sell this when she is running like it should
thanks - k

[bogan]

hey . i just bought this for 300 bucks :http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=77unu
currently dereg but she does have 2 brand new tires , has :14892 kms on the clock and is very clean as she has been sitting in my mate garage for years(i mean YEARS!!!!!!)
crazest thing is that there is no rear shock ... and ive phoned everywhere i can and the cheapest i can get one for is 270 delivered or 310 delivered from aus ... so does anyone know of a rear shock that is cheap and will fit this ?
this aint that much off topic as i will sell this when she is running like it should
thanks - k

Firstly, I'm pretty sure that is mislabelled as a spada (if that is the correct picture as it looks likg and FG).
I have a leaky shock from an F2, which I pulled out of my F2 and replaced with an FG shock so I'm sure they are compatible. But it leaks and might cost you more than those others to get fixed...
PM this guy http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/member.php/35762-328FTW he has a wee VT collection so is probably your best bet.

[littlebigpuff]

didnt manage to get a picture before i started to strip her down but here is the most built one. ...
please disregard the photo in carjam as it is not the : vt250j 1988

thanks for that pm is sent. what is the value of these bikes in working order with low kms ?

[bogan]

Thats more like it, not too sure if the shock there will be the same as an FG/F2 though. I'd guess at around 2k as they must have taken a bit of a hit with the new LAMS regulation.

[littlebigpuff]

Thats more like it, not too sure if the shock there will be the same as an FG/F2 though. I'd guess at around 2k as they must have taken a bit of a hit with the new LAMS regulation.

sorry but what is LAMS regulation ?

[bogan]

sorry but what is LAMS regulation ?

Learner bikes are not just limited to 250s anymore (LAMS list contains some as big as 650 I think, done on power to weight), so the price of 250s is expected to drop accordingly.

[littlebigpuff]

so a learner can drive a 650 as long as the power to weight is under a limit ?

[sleemanj]

so a learner can drive a 650 as long as the power to weight is under a limit ?

Bikes over 250cc which are approved are on this list
http://www.nzta.govt.nz/licence/getting/motorcycles/approved-motorcycles.html#approved
no others over 250cc are approved (but the list will grow).

A few bikes under 250cc are now prohibited (2 stroke pocket rockets).

Your SPADA is still perfectly fine for Learner and Restricted, and indeed, is going to have a lot more go than most the stuff on that list :-)

[ducatilover]

Good score on that Spada
AFAIK it runs the same swing arm as the VT250 that replaced it and the same shock, which would be the same as the CBR250R MC19 and probably the CB250 Jade (the 4 cyl one)
I sold my Spada for $2.5k or so a few years ago.
I'd happily pay $2k for a tidy one

[littlebigpuff]

so the MC19 and the jade will fit it ?

[ducatilover]

Should do. MC19 would be easy to find, just email a few wreckers and ask for dimensions

[littlebigpuff]

thing is i dont have the old one to check dimensions against but i will go look to see if there are any around

[ducatilover]

Just for mount sizes, top/bottom mount width and the bolt sizes

[littlebigpuff]

happy days . i managed to get all my parts . thanks for the help

[Brayden]

Dunno if anyone is interested but mine for sale http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=579388155

[ducatilover]

:niceone: GLWS bro.
I'd like to have me another Spada, just to modify :lol: again.

[Brayden]

Lol buy it then ducatilover! Ill give it to you cheap

[ducatilover]

I would if I could bro :2thumbsup but my version of cheap is plain rudeness.

[Tigadee]

I would if I could bro :2thumbsup but my version of cheap is plain rudeness.

What? A bag of chips rude?! Never! Especially if it's kettle...