250 SX Question

[Thursday]

How far can a 250 SX go on a tank of gas?

Thanks,

Matt

[Thursday]

Anybody have even a rough estimate on the MPG?

Also what were the difference in model years of the 250sx?

[Jason125m]

id say it can drive forr 10 hours on a tank, just a guess.

[Name Brand]

There are too many variable to give an accurate answer.

Using low gears over rough terrain, mud or snow will suck down the gas a lot faster than high gears will with solid and smooth trails.

I can say that on one of my trips over gravel and silt to Knik Glacier and back was around 35 miles. Straight riding, no playing or exploring. The machine started with a full tank; at the end the reserve was nearly out.

If you are concerned about running out of fuel; pack extra gas.

[Thorpe]

On my 85 BR, I can do 60 miles of tough trail, without tapping the reserve...

[Chazz of Blades]

^Seconded.

[Thursday]

Thanks for the replies guys.

If you're averaging about 60 without tapping in-to the reserve that's about 23.5 MPG for the 2.56 Gal tank, plus the reserve. Any recommendations on fuel packs? Has anyone outfitted a three wheeler with Rokon wheels that hold fuel or water?


I thought I had a sweet deal on an SX, but I was just a little too late. So the search continues. :(

[Chazz of Blades]

I wish. Does your SX have racks on it?

[Thursday]

I wish. Does your SX have racks on it?

That's the thing I don't currently own an SX. I was just about to pull the trigger, but I was too late. When I do find the right SX racks both front and back will be high priority. I plan on outfitting it as a Bug-out-vehicle of sorts. The more versatile the better. I don't care for catching air or anything like that.

[Thorpe]

http://www.rotopax.com/

If I ever mount a gas can on my BR, this is what I would rock...

[Thursday]

Can you guys tell me if this 250sx has original tires?

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=13687705&cat=&lpid=&search=honda%20250

Anything else you guys can point out about this machine is appreciated. The title says 1987, but i thought the 87's were white and blue?:wondering

[wisconsinite]

86 and i assume 87 were red, white and blue. that's an 85, unless someone changed the tank and headlight shroud. not sure about the tires. looks pretty decent, if it runs good prolly a decent price.

[Texaskev]

87 had white tank and headlight shroud, red fenders, blue seat............

[Texaskev]

That's an 85..........

[the great gazoo]

Yes, those are original tires on that '85. Nice bike.

[Thorpe]

At 800, I would be a buyer!

[Thursday]

1985 cool, Thanks for the replies!

[Thursday]

I found this Big Red too can anyone identify the year of this one, and any other information. I'll be checking on both machines probably Monday I'm going to bring a camera to take pictures in case I need to ask any questions about either machine on here.

http://www.ksl.com/index.php?nid=218&ad=13679389&cat=&lpid=0&search=honda%20big%20red

[Tri-ZNate]

its '86 or '87

[Thursday]

Thanks! May I ask what was the give away?

[Jason125m]

Its an 86 or an 87, because of the seat cover ( grey )

[Thursday]

I just called on it and he told me it's an 85. Maybe he replaced the seat? Any other identifiers?

[Jason125m]

He either replaced the seat or doesnt know what year it is ( many people around here have no clue of the year ) ...

[Thorpe]

Looks like 85 decals, with the wrong seat cover...

[Thursday]

I've been searching for differences between the 250es 85 vs 86/7. All I can find is a difference in the wiring diagram for accessories. Is that for a standard 12v cigarette lighter? What are the differences between the 85 and 86/7 beyond that if any?

[Thorpe]

Decals and seat covers, the dash changed and so did the cold start issue in the carb....