Tt racing my 85 250r after 31 years

[atc300r]

Took my 85 250r and 200x to the races saturdaynight.It was awsome to be back tt racing.More awsome to be back racing the 85 250r after 31 year hiatus.I have it set up more now than I did in the 80s.It has lo pro rear fender,lowering link,better tires and rims on the rear.231816

[Dirtcrasher]

Sits nice and low!! How did you do at the TT race?

[atc300r]

I finished last in both classes. First tt for me since Sept.2014. Its hard to get used to the track again my 85 ran great stock motor with 38 mill Keihin reed spacer. Im also running a Axcalbur plus 4 with 2 inch hub extentions. 13/38 gearing and a UPP case saver.We do 4-5 lap practice I think 6-8 heat and 10 lap main. It was nice being back .I chatted with Raffa ,Fred Morrell, Rich Lilly, Matt Kemp,The Briggs brothers. Met couple new guys. We had a guy there on a 85 Tecate realy sweet ride. He said it was beat to hell when he bought it.

[atc007]

When you throw a #81 on a 3 wheeler, that's a lot to live up too ;). Congrats on being back in the race scene. Stay safe and have fun!

[AK47KID]

What all did you do to the 200x? Howd it perform

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[atc300r]

The 200x has a plus six axle.And 20 inch nearly bald schredders wich would not break loose at all.It handles pretty well other than that.

[Dirtcrasher]

I can ride, I can race and jump pretty damn good, but I get tired during laps; Gettin old! Big props to the guys that work full time and stay in great shape!

I haven't rode my track since last November because I've been rebuilding my Toy Hauler. On my racing trikes, all I've done is repaired the 200X headpipe and installed the X33 on the 350RX but haven't rode it since.

I'm far too busy and I can't lift weights anymore, (because both arms have severe tennis elbow), but I can do the cardio. I tried Tommy Copper and other types of copper infused sleeves but it just supports it a hair.

Anyhow, both you and I still love to get out there!!

I've gotta get moving or I won't be able to compete at Unadilla....

[atc300r]

It was rough on the 52 year old body.lol. Myself,Matt Kemp,Fred Morrell and one other guy raced two classes.#81 is a popular # in racing.Mac Moore runs #81.I ran #81 on my 81 250 r back in the 80s.I would like to do Unadilla this year.

[atc300r]

Couple other trikes from the race.Alan Pack #30.He told me this Tecate was trashed when he got it.It has complete restoration on it.Looks great out on the track.232115

[atc300r]

Fred Morrells time capsul 86 200x full blown racer.232116232132

[yaegerb]

Fred Morrells time capsul 86 200x full blow racer.232116

link no worky.....

[atc300r]

I think its fixed.

[atc300r]

Today I was going to get some jetting done on my 85 250r.When I pulled the bottom cap off to remove the jet there was no jet.Not even loose in the bottom of the carb.I called couple shops and found some.I bought a #168,#170 and #172. the carb is from a 91 cr 250 38 mill Keihin flat slide stock jet is #175.I dont know how it ran .It started and idled fine a little rich on bottom.I raced it two weekends ago trail rode it several times.Got me scratching my head lol.

[Ol Deuce]

Donny that's so way cool.....Brake a LEG my friend !!!!! #81 to the top!!!

[jays375]

Going tomorrow?

[atc300r]

Going tomorrow?
Yes.Im leaving home about 2. Racing 2 classes again.

[atc300r]

Going tomorrow?
I had a great time talking and racing with you this Saturday. Your R is pretty sweet. Are you coming back on the 18th of June.232255

[jays375]

Yepper.I wasn't ready for the clay.

[atc300r]

Id like to see more water on the track.But I know they run the karts and 600 minisprints and Im sure they wouldnt like a wet track lol.Im looking forward to the18th .

[86T3]

Im gonna try to make it out the 18th. I haven't been to paradise yet, it looks like a fun track although I'm not a fan of high speed turns like the one they have.

[atc300r]

I scored this Bassani pipe and silencer for my 85 250r.Hoping its here before the next race on 6/18 .It missing the heat shield.I think Bassani pipes came with the flat track missle kits.232463 232464

[atc300r]

Im going Saturday to buy another pipe. Guy has it listed as oem .I believe its a Bassani. 85-86 250r. I have my other Bassani on my 85 250r with 67 mill bore,stock porting ,rad valve ,reed spacer,38 mill keihin from 91 cr 250. It rips pretty good. Has a wild power band.Im running 14/37 gearing with 18 inch rear tires. 243935 243934

[atc300r]

Picked up the pipe this morning payed $50 for it .Other than surface rust its in realy nice shape.Also picked this up today. 244087244088

[86T3]

Is that a bassani? 2nd gen 200x?

[atc300r]

Yes on both. The 200x is 86 its rough looking but has good compression,forks and shock are good,all bearings and bushings are tight,nothing is leaking,front brakes work,tires hold air.Seat front fender is broke,rear fender is missing,seat cover is shot,kickstart is hackjob.Going to try and start it tommorow.
Is that a bassani? 2nd gen 200x?

[atc300r]

Got the 86 200x running.Carb was like brand new inside except the float was upside down.All 6 gears work.Front brake works very well.I think I will fix it up for a trail rider.

[jays375]

Well your R got a good start off the line last race.

[atc300r]

Well your R got a good start off the line last race.

Thats was pretty cool getting the hole shot.I need more seat time on my R.I get tired out trying to hang on.Plus racing 2 classes back to back was rough.