1983 Honda CR125

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For sale on eBay: a 1983 Honda CR125 (Dirt/Off-Road), Red, in Vernon-Rockville, Connecticut. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Current bid $13,500 on eBay.

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Listing details from the bike's own eBay listing: Year: 1983; Make: Honda; Model: CR125; Mileage: 15 miles; Engine: 125 cc; Type: Dirt/Off-Road; Color: Red. Watch Video Video will open in a new window Using the eBay App? Paste link into a browser window: [isdntekvideo] 1983 HONDA CR125R ELSINORE A MUSEUM QUALITY CLASSIC $25,000 FRAME-OFF RESTORATION 107 HOURS OF SHOP LABOR PLUS OVER $4,000 IN PARTS FULL ENGINE & SUSPENSION REBUILD RARE 1983 HONDA CR125R – COMPLETE NUT-AND-BOLT RESTORATION Feast your eyes on one of the most spectacular vintage Honda CR125R restorations we've ever completed; This is a rare opportunity to own an exceptionally restored 1983 Honda CR125R , The legendary 2-stroke motocross machine that represents an unforgettable era in Honda racing history. This is officially the most expensive CR125 restoration we've ever performed here at Kaplan Cycles. We've restored countless vintage Honda CRs over the years, including numerous 1984,1985, 1986, and later models, but we've never taken a 1983 CR125R to this extraordinary level. What initially appeared to be a relatively straightforward restoration turned into an all-out, no-expense-spared, frame-off rebuild involving three of our leading technicians, a suspension specialist, and more than 100 hours of professional labor. The finished product is absolutely breathtaking. And here's the best part: It doesn't just look like a factory works racer. It runs like one! This little 125 absolutely RIPS! With its lightweight chassis, explosive two-stroke power delivery, completely rebuilt engine, race-prepared suspension, and beautifully restored components, it's a reminder of just how phenomenal these early Honda CR motocross machines were. This was a labor of love, built exactly the way I wanted it, without regard to whether the restoration costs could ever be recovered. Let's talk numbers, because they tell an incredible story. 107 hours of professional shop labor $195 per hour – our current shop rate $20,865 in professional labor Over $4,000 invested in restoration parts Total documented restoration investment: $24,865 excluding the original motorcycle acquisition cost and my project management time Additionally, our restoration records document 54 hours of cosmetic and detail restoration work , covering painstaking component refinishing, polishing, preparation, and assembly. The 107-hour restoration total reflects the extraordinary amount of labor dedicated to this build. The labor alone exceeds what many people would spend purchasing an excellent vintage motocross bike. And this doesn't include my personal time sourcing the motorcycle, locating discontinued components, ordering parts, meeting with technicians, directing the restoration, inspecting the work, and overseeing the build from beginning to end. Simply put, you could not economically duplicate this motorcycle for what we expect it to sell for. This is the kind of restoration that makes sense only when the person commissioning it has a genuine passion for these machines. We do. And it shows everywhere you look. COMPLETE ENGINE REBUILD – CRANKCASES SPLIT – NOTHING OVERLOOKED! The heart of this incredible machine is its fully rebuilt liquid-cooled Honda 125cc two-stroke racing engine. We didn't simply install a piston, clean the carburetor, and call it a restoration. The engine was completely dismantled, the crankcases were split, and the internal components were comprehensively rebuilt. Engine restoration includes: Original Honda crankcases completely disassembled and inspected Original engine cases vapor-honed, professionally refinished, and repainted Completely rebuilt crankshaft New crankshaft connecting rod Brand-new crankshaft main bearings New crankshaft seals New piston and piston rings New wrist-pin/top-end bearing New cylinder base gasket New cylinder head gasket New reed valves New OEM Honda NOS transmission bearings Transmission inspected and rebuilt as required New clutch basket New clutch plates New clutch springs New kickstarter shaft seal New shifter shaft seal New internal engine seals and gaskets Original engine hardware replaced or professionally restored Original clutch and water-pump covers refinished Restored original kickstarter Restored shifter New countershaft sprocket Completely rebuilt water pump with new seals and gaskets Professional engine refinishing and reassembly (Clutch Cover is scheduled for repainting a third time this week) One of the details that separates this rebuild from the average restoration is the transmission. We used genuine OEM Honda new-old-stock transmission bearings rather than inexpensive aftermarket substitutes. Finding correct-quality components for a motorcycle this old requires patience, experience, and a willingness to spend the necessary money. That's exactly what we did. The engine was finished with meticulous attention to detail, including restored or replaced fasteners throughout. The result is an outstanding period Honda powerplant that looks incredible and delivers the thrilling performance these machines became famous for. Since completion, this motorcycle has accumulated approximately 30 minutes of total operating time , consisting of testing, tuning, and evaluation. It starts easy, runs excellent, and pulls extremely hard. The power-to-weight ratio is astonishing. For a vintage 125cc motocross machine with drum brakes, this bike is an absolute rocket! PREMIUM $440 PWK AIR STRYKER CARBURETOR! We didn't compromise when it came to the fuel system. The motorcycle is equipped with a brand-new PWK Air Striker carburetor , Additional fuel and induction restoration includes: Brand-new Twin Air foam air filter Completely restored original airbox Airbox hard plastic professionally refinished Excellent original rubber components New carburetor drain and vent lines New spark plug New spark plug cap New reed valves The entire intake system has been addressed to complement the freshly rebuilt engine. This is a serious performance-oriented restoration, not simply a display motorcycle. COMPLETE COOLING SYSTEM RESTORATION The liquid-cooling system has also received comprehensive

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100,000 miles · 250 cc · Red

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