I picked up a 1990 DR 250 dirt model recently and have been getting into it! Unfortuantely had a toasted top end from lack of oil to the head. Was pricey to get some replacement parts on eBay but should be a fun bike eventually. Thanks for the video, not too much DR 250 content as the 350 seems to be way more common. Been looking at that same dominator exhaust as mine came with a fraken welded cone tip that im sure was not helping performance lol
Thanks for watching and for your comment! Sounds like you've got quite the project with your DR 250. It’s definitely a challenge finding parts, but it’ll be worth it in the end. I agree, the DR 350 does seem to get more attention, so it's awesome to connect with fellow DR 250 owner. The Dominator exhaust has been a solid upgrade for me-definitely helps with performance. Best of luck with your restoration, and feel free to reach out if you need any tips or just want to share progress.
Bikes that store oil in an auxiliary tank or in this case in the frame are using what's called a Dry Sump system, where the oil is stored outside of the engine and not stored in the crank case sump, like in most regular motorcycle engines. It’s not super common, but a lot of older bikes, like BSAs and Nortons, use this setup.
Nice Job, send u Love and positive vibes from Argentina. I own a 250 SES 1995 and i love it!
Lovely video and great editing, suprised you don't have more subs.
Thanks very much, that means a lot.
Nice video enjoyed it. You gained a sub. Keep up the good work.
Love from Sri Lanka 🇱🇰
Awesome, thank you!
Good work.
Fine.. I’ll subscribe
Good stuff mate! Top notch work. Love the view of the ride too!
Thanks a lot! I’m glad you enjoyed the vid. Appreciate the support and the sub.
glad you got it looking and performing good!
Thanks! It starts much easier now, I made some adjustments and followed some of the tips you commented in the other vid. Before, it was a real pain.
Well done, love this old dirt bikes!
Thanks!
Great video of you bringing it back to life, what year is the bike?
Thanks! I think this one is from 1990.
I picked up a 1990 DR 250 dirt model recently and have been getting into it! Unfortuantely had a toasted top end from lack of oil to the head. Was pricey to get some replacement parts on eBay but should be a fun bike eventually. Thanks for the video, not too much DR 250 content as the 350 seems to be way more common. Been looking at that same dominator exhaust as mine came with a fraken welded cone tip that im sure was not helping performance lol
Thanks for watching and for your comment! Sounds like you've got quite the project with your DR 250. It’s definitely a challenge finding parts, but it’ll be worth it in the end. I agree, the DR 350 does seem to get more attention, so it's awesome to connect with fellow DR 250 owner. The Dominator exhaust has been a solid upgrade for me-definitely helps with performance. Best of luck with your restoration, and feel free to reach out if you need any tips or just want to share progress.
Thank you! Great to hear on that exhaust it is definitely on the list!
@@motor_masteryhey what’s up I’m about to pick up a dr250.I may seek out your help if and when I’m doing stuff to it.Thanks in advance
Nice results! And a beautiful location! I'm not a bike guy so forgive my ignorance but oil in the frame?! Is that common?
Bikes that store oil in an auxiliary tank or in this case in the frame are using what's called a Dry Sump system, where the oil is stored outside of the engine and not stored in the crank case sump, like in most regular motorcycle engines. It’s not super common, but a lot of older bikes, like BSAs and Nortons, use this setup.
Oh, I get you! That's interesting! Thanks for educating me 👍🏻