Honda 223cc Off Road/street Bike

[jaideeguy]

Twice now, I've seen this model of honda and i really like the looks, size [lower than most off road hondas]. It had small diameter, but large baloon tires that looked good for traction and smooth ride with a momo shock and a teardrop gas tank, but the thing i liked the most about it was that it fit me [5'7"] easily and the balance looked good. The model i saw was one of those reassembled japaneese models and could have been modified in the transition, but unfortunately hade no license plates. maybe 5 yrs old and reminded me of an old favorite honda model i once owned called the XL, but newer and with disc brakes and electric start.

does anyone know the model i'm talking about??? and what would they be priced at??

[micksterbs]

Hmm, sounds intriguing. Anyone got a photo? I've often thought a decent 250cc + trail bike would be the business as a local bike, especially up here in the sticks. Wouldn't fancy off-road tyres in the rainy season though.

[mikethevigoman]

Twice now, I've seen this model of honda and i really like the looks, size [lower than most off road hondas]. It had small diameter, but large baloon tires that looked good for traction and smooth ride with a momo shock and a teardrop gas tank, but the thing i liked the most about it was that it fit me [5'7"] easily and the balance looked good. The model i saw was one of those reassembled japaneese models and could have been modified in the transition, but unfortunately hade no license plates. maybe 5 yrs old and reminded me of an old favorite honda model i once owned called the XL, but newer and with disc brakes and electric start.

does anyone know the model i'm talking about??? and what would they be priced at??

could it be one of these ? a honda ftr 230, japan home market only, there are a few in thailand,.

[mikethevigoman]

Twice now, I've seen this model of honda and i really like the looks, size [lower than most off road hondas]. It had small diameter, but large baloon tires that looked good for traction and smooth ride with a momo shock and a teardrop gas tank, but the thing i liked the most about it was that it fit me [5'7"] easily and the balance looked good. The model i saw was one of those reassembled japaneese models and could have been modified in the transition, but unfortunately hade no license plates. maybe 5 yrs old and reminded me of an old favorite honda model i once owned called the XL, but newer and with disc brakes and electric start.

does anyone know the model i'm talking about??? and what would they be priced at??

or this, honda sl230. also JDM only, again a few in thailand

[mikethevigoman]

Twice now, I've seen this model of honda and i really like the looks, size [lower than most off road hondas]. It had small diameter, but large baloon tires that looked good for traction and smooth ride with a momo shock and a teardrop gas tank, but the thing i liked the most about it was that it fit me [5'7"] easily and the balance looked good. The model i saw was one of those reassembled japaneese models and could have been modified in the transition, but unfortunately hade no license plates. maybe 5 yrs old and reminded me of an old favorite honda model i once owned called the XL, but newer and with disc brakes and electric start.

does anyone know the model i'm talking about??? and what would they be priced at??

Or even this ,Honda xr230, japan and a budget version was made in brazil, i know for one of these for sale in pattaya

[jaideeguy]

Yes, it's #1 .honda ftr 230.......that's my dream bike, judging by looks only. Looks like it would be a comfortable safe ride and perfect size [for me]. the one that i saw was for sale for 72kbaht w/o registration/lisence and i passed, but will continue to search.

Thanks alot mike!!!

[micksterbs]

Hey, I like that one too! Are these grey import only, I wonder? Looks ideal for Thailand IMHO.

[micksterbs]

I've always fancied a YAMAHA SR500 over here too. I've never seen one here though. Anyone seen one?

[PeaceBlondie]

I can't tell an SR500 from an SR400. We have several in Chiang Mai; one passed me by tonight. Not sure if they're in production. The one I saw standing still had no rego plate; neither did the moving one tonight.

[mikethevigoman]

I've always fancied a YAMAHA SR500 over here too. I've never seen one here though. Anyone seen one?

lots of 400s not too many 500s

[mikethevigoman]

Twice now, I've seen this model of honda and i really like the looks, size [lower than most off road hondas]. It had small diameter, but large baloon tires that looked good for traction and smooth ride with a momo shock and a teardrop gas tank, but the thing i liked the most about it was that it fit me [5'7"] easily and the balance looked good. The model i saw was one of those reassembled japaneese models and could have been modified in the transition, but unfortunately hade no license plates. maybe 5 yrs old and reminded me of an old favorite honda model i once owned called the XL, but newer and with disc brakes and electric start.

does anyone know the model i'm talking about??? and what would they be priced at??

not a honda but these are a great bike, i imported one into the uk,Yamaha tricker,

[mikethevigoman]

Yes, it's #1 .honda ftr 230.......that's my dream bike, judging by looks only. Looks like it would be a comfortable safe ride and perfect size [for me]. the one that i saw was for sale for 72kbaht w/o registration/lisence and i passed, but will continue to search.

Thanks alot mike!!!

they are a great town/local bike, very comfy, can be bought in bkk for 50 or there abouts,newer than you think too, most are 99 -02

[jaideeguy]

Nice looking ride, haven't seen any up here in CM. like the size, low profile, looks like it handles well and enough power, higher handle bars. Where can i get one [with registration/plates]??

do they make a smaller version, like a 250cc??

[jaideeguy]

Wow, look at this youtube Yamaha 'tricker promotion' and immagine yourself flying thru [and over] traffic...............

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87LPTmulMC4

can get them here in LOS??? i want one NOW!!!