![]() Still, the ATC 250R reigned supreme until mounting safety concerns and regulatory pressure resulted in a manufacturer agreement that marked the end of all 3-wheel ATV production in 1988. The only thing that could catch the Honda was the 4-wheel Suzuki Quad-Racer. Low-profile tires on gold-anodized lightweight alloy wheels hooked as good as they looked. Forged triple clamps contained massive air-adjustable 39mm front forks that had almost 10 inches of travel, and the Pro-Link rear suspension backed it up with another 10 inches. A close-ratio 6-speed transmission with heavy-duty manual clutch and an O-ring chain cut the back wheels loose, and dual-piston calipers put the clampdown on the front and rear disc brakes. The all-new water-cooled single-cylinder two-stroke engine packed a counterbalancer that quelled vibrations and cranked out 40% more horsepower than the previous generation through a factory-engineered expansion chamber exhaust. The third-generation version of the ATV that started the 3-wheel racing revolution answered its Kawasaki Tecate and Yamaha Tri-Z archrivals with a bigger, wider and faster machine in the fierce battle for supremacy. As racers fought it out on the dirt, manufacturers battled on the showroom floor, and Honda gained ground with its 1985 ATC250R. Few could have foreseen that the pokey 1970 ATC90 would spawn a fiercely competitive racing series, but that's what happened, and the 1981 Honda ATC250R was the first full-suspension high-performance ATV. 5000 or best offer.Very good condition, used lightly.Has original tires, brakes and paint. The unusual off-road machine built with fun and utility in mind sparked explosive growth of an entirely new industry, and this unrestored, all-original 1985 Honda ATC 250R stands as the apex predator of ‘80s 3-wheel racing performance. 1985 Honda 250R ATC - 5,000 (chico) Honda 250R ATC for sale, as is. I’ve said for a while the lineup of Honda three-wheelers is one of the smartest ones to buy cheap right now, given you can still find them at the occasional estate sale or local classifieds if you keep your eye out.Originally named the US90, the Honda ATC90 All-Terrain Cycle 3-wheeler packed an 89cc/7 HP engine and floatation tires that doubled as the suspension. Overall, that’s not stopping bidders who know how hard these are to find both due to the limited production and to so many examples being wrecked or otherwise damaged and rebuilt. The ignition switch is cracked, and there are some cosmetic blemishes to the plastic fairings. It’s all original except for a new front tire and replacement air cleaner. The seller of this example has found one of the very few 1986 models left that hasn’t been damaged or modified in any way. Incredibly, with the new engine and a six-speed transmission, the 250R was capable of a top speed north of 70 miles per hour. The popular Pro-Link suspension technology continued to be used, while front and rear suspension travel was increased to almost 10 inches. ![]() The 250R seen here was a monster (in the best way possible), equipped with a new, more powerful liquid cooled engine and a stronger frame. Honda eventually agreed to stop selling its three wheelers as a way to a quell the building firestorm, but not before releasing a high performance model for 1985/1986. ![]() Deaths and serious injuries resulting from roll-overs soon began to pile up, along with the lawsuits. It became obvious within short order that Honda’s dealer network wasn’t properly advising inexperienced riders and parents of children that the ATC wasn’t intended for rookie riders. I believe its a stock unported motor FMF pipe no air box lid and stock carb with 91 octane fuel and 32-1 klotz oil. Where should I start with jetting in this thing.The professional riders shown hurtling the ATCs into impressive drifts across sand dunes or dusty trailers were inspirational to the average rider, but the three wheeled Hondas weren’t the kind of vehicle that permitted amateur riders to look more talented than they were. 86 ATC 250R jetting help 1 - 10 of 10 Posts pantera1975 Registered Joined 1,017 Posts Discussion Starter ![]() When the promotional videos debuted for Honda’s ATC line, it was hard not to be tempted into ownership. Sales ended abruptly as lawsuits began to mount, and that makes survivor examples like this 1986 Honda ATC 250R here on eBay so collectible today. These ATVs were a way for Honda to make it through the winter season on something other than snowmobile sales, but there was a big problem: the bikes were intended for mature riders only, and dealers were selling these three-wheelers to everyone from kids to adults who couldn’t much drive a car correctly, let alone a high-powered three-wheeler. When it comes to vintage ATVs, Honda’s lineup of rowdy three-wheelers have earned a somewhat legendary reputation. ![]()
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