[{"id": 17642945, "authorName": "Wobbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wobbs/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "USD $2,000 bid placed by Wobbs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747165528, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17643209, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi Everyone,\r\n\r\nWe\u2019re excited to offer this 1978 MX250 here on Bring a Trailer\u2014No Reserve!\r\n\r\nThis bike comes with a clean Florida title, and based on our research, it appears to be the first MX250 ever offered with a title on BaT.\r\n\r\nWe\u2019re here to answer any questions and can assist with transport if needed.\r\n\r\nBid with confidence\u2014you\u2019re buying from a reputable seller with 250 completed auctions on BaT.\r\n\r\nClick the \"Contact Seller\" button to get in touch directly.\r\n\r\nGood luck and happy bidding!\r\n\r\n-Matt", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747166339, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17643250, "authorName": "XRDV8", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/xrdv8/", "bidAmount": 2100, "content": "USD $2,100 bid placed by XRDV8", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747166471, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17643259, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1747166506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17643532, "authorName": "39mercman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/39mercman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great looking 250 H-D dirt bike. Whoever ends up with this machine should invest in a gallon jug of Marvel Mystery Oil and soak the drive chain. It's starting to show signs of surface rust. Or W-D40, you can choose. GLWTA", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1747167468, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17643661, "authorName": "PhilO", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/philo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wasn't the motor on these bikes sourced from Rotax? And, if I recall correctly, it had a reed-valve intake. \r\n\r\nBeautiful example!! GLWTA!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747167714, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17644771, "authorName": "Wobbs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wobbs/", "bidAmount": 3000, "content": "USD $3,000 bid placed by Wobbs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747171259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17647069, "authorName": "Blizzard340", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blizzard340/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a Rotax sourced engine. Think Aermacchi / Cagiva. Lucky for the competition it wasn\u2019t a Rotax!", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1747182308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17648597, "authorName": "KYOB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kyob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful. Deserves to be on display in my living room.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1747215843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17652138, "authorName": "ShredderRob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shredderrob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Did this come from Moroney's in NY?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747245280, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17654294, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We acquired it from a private collector @ShredderRob", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1747251456, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17658579, "authorName": "Skunky", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/skunky/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "USD $4,500 bid placed by Skunky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747261251, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17659527, "authorName": "MMAJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mmaj/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "USD $5,000 bid placed by MMAJ", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747269968, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17681805, "authorName": "Fishcars58", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fishcars58/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Seller: Beautiful bike. Is it a survivor or restored, and if so is everything original parts on the bike ? Any history you can share. Thanks\r\nDo you ship bikes to NJ? $?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1747451362, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17684060, "authorName": "Slinkert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slinkert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Blizzard340, Ha, So right about the Rotax!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747501375, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17687511, "authorName": "Blizzard340", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/blizzard340/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Slinkert\r\nYep - an MX 6B 250 Can Am / (or in 1978, an MX 4) is going to beat it to the first turn. 9 times out of 10. Not to say these aren't fast :-)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1747523388, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17688769, "authorName": "KustomKulture", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kustomkulture/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@39Mercman the chain does not have rust and won\u2019t need WD40 or MMO\u2026. this is a brass plated chain. Brass is known for its corrosion resistance. A brass-plated chain can be more resistant to rust and other forms of corrosion, which is particularly important for motorcycles that are frequently exposed to moisture, rain, and other environmental elements. (especially dirt bikes)\n\nBrass plated chain is good for\n-Corrosion Resistance\n-Reduced Friction and Wear\n-Heat Resistance\n-Enhanced Lubrication Retention\n-Easier Cleaning\n\n@seller what a beautiful bike and wonderful example of AMF Harley and Aermacchi\u2019s design team coming together to create this masterpiece. \n\nPretty f\u2019n sweet it has the AMF Harley team jersey and matching riding pants! GLWTA", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747555389, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17688967, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @Fishcars58 - frame/tank and motor have been restored. Plastics, grips, seat, leather are original. we are able to ship it. Hit the contact seller button to connect and get a quote!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747569675, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17697748, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a couple of questions. Has it been started since motor rebuild? Does it have owners manual? Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747678494, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17697789, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sorry about the starting, saw the video.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747678611, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17699030, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We acquired it w/out the manual - happy to help the winning bidder try and source one @Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747682579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17701196, "authorName": "KustomKulture", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kustomkulture/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "USD $6,000 bid placed by KustomKulture", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747689508, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17701269, "authorName": "KustomKulture", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kustomkulture/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I can\u2019t help myself from coming back to this listing.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1747689693, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17703183, "authorName": "TNenthusiats", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tnenthusiats/", "bidAmount": 6100, "content": "USD $6,100 bid placed by TNenthusiats", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747704427, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17703655, "authorName": "bmasho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmasho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I dunno...seems like a lot of new, or near new, bidders on these no reserve auctions these days...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747711303, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17704703, "authorName": "Dylansinheritance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dylansinheritance/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "USD $6,200 bid placed by Dylansinheritance", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747747124, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17706234, "authorName": "shameless", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shameless/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can we see a picture of the motor Serial Number that is located above the countershaft sprocket area?? Punched in ...Not a sticker like the frame.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747758699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17706456, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747759957, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17706999, "authorName": "bobcollie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bobcollie/", "bidAmount": 6500, "content": "USD $6,500 bid placed by bobcollie", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747762072, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17707085, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just 2 hours left! \n\nAs mentioned earlier this 1978 Harley-Davidson MX250 comes with a clean Florida title \u2014 a rare find and, to our knowledge, the first titled MX250 ever listed on BaT.\n\nA huge plus for collectors - Don\u2019t miss this opportunity!\n\n-Matt", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747762393, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17707550, "authorName": "bmasho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmasho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well what a shame. The frame number and engine number on a MX250 should match. This bike has engine #0664 and the frame is #0978. A replacement engine was put in this chassis at some point and unfortunately diminishes the potential collector value.\r\nStill a cool bike for a guy that wants to race....\r\n\r\nHarley MX250 identification is explained pretty well by this marque expert by following this link.\r\n\r\nhttps://msolisvintagemotorcycle.com/1978_mx-250", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747763811, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17707629, "authorName": "shameless", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shameless/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "OK. Let's try again Please. That is a picture of the case number R77009Z8. If you look past the # 8 you will see a STAR 7D........ number covered by dust. THAT is the motor VIN number. Can we Please see That number? Thanks !!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747764064, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17707762, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thank you @shameless", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747764370, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17707798, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Vin matches on frame, title and motor", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747764446, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17708341, "authorName": "bmasho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmasho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Premierautofl\r\nThat is great news....Thanks for the new photo.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747766101, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17708602, "authorName": "bmasho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmasho/", "bidAmount": 6600, "content": "USD $6,600 bid placed by bmasho", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747766831, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17708945, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 6800, "content": "USD $6,800 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747768008, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17708987, "authorName": "Jamess1175", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamess1175/", "bidAmount": 7000, "content": "USD $7,000 bid placed by Jamess1175", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747768144, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709111, "authorName": "bigbikenut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigbikenut/", "bidAmount": 8800, "content": "USD $8,800 bid placed by bigbikenut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747768515, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709317, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 9800, "content": "USD $9,800 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769240, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709322, "authorName": "bigbikenut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigbikenut/", "bidAmount": 9900, "content": "USD $9,900 bid placed by bigbikenut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769254, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709330, "authorName": "Dylansinheritance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dylansinheritance/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "USD $10,500 bid placed by Dylansinheritance", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769273, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709357, "authorName": "bigbikenut", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigbikenut/", "bidAmount": 10900, "content": "USD $10,900 bid placed by bigbikenut", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769374, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709363, "authorName": "Dylansinheritance", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dylansinheritance/", "bidAmount": 11800, "content": "USD $11,800 bid placed by Dylansinheritance", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769394, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709369, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "USD $12,500 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769413, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709375, "authorName": "Rbeus1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbeus1/", "bidAmount": 12750, "content": "USD $12,750 bid placed by Rbeus1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769424, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709394, "authorName": "Jamess1175", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jamess1175/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "USD $13,500 bid placed by Jamess1175", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769469, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709426, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 14000, "content": "USD $14,000 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769562, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709430, "authorName": "Rbeus1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbeus1/", "bidAmount": 14250, "content": "USD $14,250 bid placed by Rbeus1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769571, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709459, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 15000, "content": "USD $15,000 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769674, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709473, "authorName": "bmasho", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmasho/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "who is Ballabo...?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747769699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17709479, "authorName": "Rbeus1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbeus1/", "bidAmount": 15250, "content": "USD $15,250 bid placed by Rbeus1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769719, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709488, "authorName": "Mike_Parsons", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_parsons/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We are all new to BAT at one time \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1747769753, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17709503, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 15500, "content": "USD $15,500 bid placed by Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769822, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 17709539, "authorName": "Ballabo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ballabo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 5/20/25 for USD $15,500.00 to Ballabo", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747769942, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 17709548, "authorName": "Premierautofl (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/premierautofl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats @ballabo - great bike we will be in touch soon \r\n\r\nThank you everyone who participated", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1747769985, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 17717226, "authorName": "Slinkert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slinkert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing what $ these bring. No championships or outstanding racing reputation. Must be the rarity, a Jawa ISDT is also rare, or the Harley name. Just my thoughts . . .", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1747846630, "type": "comment"}]