1980 Yamaha TZ250G

Reg No: Unregistered
Frame No: 4A1 008837
MOT: Exempt

• Yamaha's successful water cooled 250
• Supplied with spare exhausts and radiator
• Looks to have had a relatively easy life

The Yamaha Motor Co was formed in 1955 as the powered vehicle division of the massive Yamaha Corporation more famous for making musical instruments. The first bike produced in 1954 was the YA-1, like the BSA Bantam a copy of the German made DKW RT125 but in typical Japanese fashion this was soon improved upon with the launch of the YA-2 in 1957. This proved to be an immediate success in sporting events starting a long tradition of achievement that goes on to this day in Moto GP. The introduction of Yamahas over the counter race bikes in the late 1960s revolutionized racing allowing anyone to buy a race ready bike capable of winning TTs and GPs. The water cooled TZ250 and 350 models must be the most successful racing bikes ever produced.

This rare and extremely collectible bike has been part of an enthusiast's small private collection that has been waxoiled and stored away for a number of years. Unfortunately, not much is known of its history but unlike most race bikes, it looks to have survived in mostly original trim apart from a Lockheed/Spondon front brake caliper. The engine number is clearly 4A1-008837 and the frame number, not quite as clear, looks to match suggesting its a 1980 G model. The original wire wheels with DID alloy rims are still in place and the rest of the bike appears to be standard. It comes supplied with a spare radiator and a spare pair of expansion chambers. There cannot be many undiscovered TZs left, so this is a rare opportunity to acquire a fascinating project to put back on the track for parades or classic racing.

For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415 871189