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  1. 07-28-2010, 04:06 PM #1
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    250 Big Red Advice and Questions

    I have been looking for a 250 Big Red for a while now but the right deal just never came around. I have seen a few lately and I am wondering what is considered the best year? Is the US 1986 the only one with rear suspension? Are parts easier to find for any certain year due to production by year? I am not looking for a racer but how does the 250 compare speed-wise compared to the Big Red 200's that had high and low range? I really appreciate any help and advice! My Yamaha 200ERN moves along pretty well and doesn't have high/low range, sort of hoping the Big Red 250 would be comparable! Last question, was the 86 the last US model offered?
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    87's were in the US awhile. 85 250es til 87 all had rear suspension.

    86 and 87 are better, the choke plungers are better, bigger starter jet so no cold-start issues, and the rear ends seal better as I've heard. Parts almost all interchange.
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  3. 07-28-2010, 04:50 PM #3
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    Thanks for the info. I just committed to buying it and I'm on my way out the door. I'll post photos later!
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  5. 07-28-2010, 09:19 PM #5
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    All I can say is, WOW!!!

    This Big Red still has the original factory tires on it with good tread and no dry cracking at all. It has always been garaged according to the owner and the condition confirms it. Still has the dealer's decal on the tank with all stickers intact and nice. I have bought and sold many three wheelers but never dreamed of finding this treasure as I have never had a 250 Big Red. Needless to say, this is a keeper for sure! Just got it unloaded and inside, here's a photo,

    Can't wait til morning, its storming right now in upstate NY. Guess I'll have to buy a red helmet now!
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    wow that is clean. if you dont mind, but how much did you pay?
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    the picture doesnt even show it all the machine is awesome im really happy for you but now i get to ride it right just jokeing very nice
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    Nah, you dont need a red helmet... That may be too nice to ride!
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    Quote Originally Posted by evey91 View Post
    the picture doesnt even show it all the machine is awesome im really happy for you but now i get to ride it right just jokeing very nice
    I might let you sit on it seeing you helped me unload it! LOL I really need one of those tri-fold ramps that Tractor Supply sells. Thanks for the help!!!
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  10. 07-28-2010, 09:53 PM #10
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    Quote Originally Posted by Thorpe View Post
    Nah, you dont need a red helmet... That may be too nice to ride!
    That's what I'm thinking Thorpe, but maybe only in good weather and no puddles!
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    Thats a very nice big red you have there
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  12. 07-28-2010, 10:46 PM #12
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    That's a fine looking machine.
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    Nice score. Let us junkies in on what you paid if you don't mind!!!! MORE PICS!!!!!!
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  14. 08-02-2010, 04:06 PM #14
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    Very nice Big Red you got there Tim. Enjoy it!
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  15. 08-02-2010, 04:53 PM #15
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    awesome condition i had a 85 br 250 looked just as classy as yours i unfortunally sold mine
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