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LOT 285 N

c.1979 Honda CR250R Elsinore Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. CR250R-2106978 Engine no. none visible

Sold for £5,175 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 285N

c.1979 Honda CR250R Elsinore
Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. CR250R-2106978 Engine no. none visible

c.1979 Honda CR250R Elsinore
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. CR250R-2106978
Engine no. none visible

When smaller capacity classes were established in motocross, the Japanese makers focused their attention on the sport. Honda first produced the two-stroke CR250, initially twin shock and air-cooled, in 1973. By 1981, they had progressed to monoshock rear suspension and liquid cooling. Unsurprisingly, in view of the radical overall 'Tahitian Red' paint scheme, they were nicknamed 'The Red Rocket'.

This machine dates from approximately 1979, and was added to the collection some time ago. It has the air-cooled engine with staggered cylinder finning, twin-shock rear suspension with Ohlins rear damper units, lightweight plastic petrol tank, mudguards and side panels. Fitted with gold anodised wheel rims, it has drum brakes front and rear. An older restoration, it will require some re-commissioning or further restoration prior to use. There is no documentation, and whilst the engine turns over, its mechanical condition is unknown and is sold strictly as viewed.

Footnotes

As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.

Saleroom notices

The vendor advises the machine incorporates some Mugen components however, it is not known which. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the presence of any such items.

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  • 28 April 2001, 09:00 - 17:00 BST
  • 27 April 2019, 09:00 - 18:00 BST

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NNOVA declaration
If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.

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