[{"id": 13946570, "authorName": "Fisher", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fisher/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Awwwww - so cute. Hope this little guy drinks his oil and gas and grows up to be a 250, or even a 350 :-) \r\n\r\n[Great bikes, GLWTA!]", "likes": 12, "timestamp": 1710779340, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13946884, "authorName": "EKJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekj/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by EKJ", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1710781196, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13946980, "authorName": "Vox", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vox/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These are great. I\u2019ve restored a few of them in the early 2000s the problem then was sourcing the parts. These are pretty rare, and the parts are almost nonexistent. I certainly hope that has changed now I am on the hunt for a purple and white 200 good luck with sale.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1710781545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13947336, "authorName": "Triumphnut33", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/triumphnut33/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have family in Evansville - if I were to be the top bid (winner) would family be able to pick up bike so that I could get it from them in late May/early June? Of course my family would be sent the $$$ to give to you upon picking it up! Let me know either way so I know if I should bid. Thanks (Bob)", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1710782703, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13949312, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Triumphnut33\r\nI'm sure we could work something out...\r\n\r\n\r\nVox\r\nParts aren't plentiful by any means but some items were still available from Yamaha and others such as tires, air filters, and batteries... are supported by aftermarket companies. EBay, https://www.cmsnl.com/ and https://yambits.co.uk/ all are good sources for NLA OE parts.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1710789092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13949421, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a NOS OEM voltage regulator that will come with the bike. The original one works perfectly so I swapped it back on after testing the electrical system with the new one. \r\nI also have a digital copy of the owner's manual that I will email to the buyer.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1710789426, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13952963, "authorName": "ktm_rick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ktm_rick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This would look great sitting next to my CS5 200 electric These are great little bikes and the smell good too!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1710810775, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13959230, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ktm rick\r\nYes it would! The bike is a time capsule back to 1975. I have Blendzall Ulta castor oil in it so it smells incredible, never gets old getting a whiff of the exhaust at a stoplight!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1710877515, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13961977, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Some pictures of the inside of the tank. Hard to photograph (especially me and using an iPhone) but you can see it's 100% rust-free and looks brand new inside.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1710889318, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13962440, "authorName": "EKJ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekj/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "When I was 14-years old in 1981 and mowing 13 lawns a week... I bought a 1975 RS100 single cylinder from the local gas station for $400. In 1988 I put a piston in it during a snowstorm at the University of Maine in my dorm room.... The wrist pin had gone bad... And I ordered the parts by typing a letter and sending it in the mail. The 100cc's were green and of course only one pipe on one side but else this is the exact same motorcycle. I sold it to my uncle in 1994 for what I paid for it... he rode it for 10 years and let it go to his neighbor ... how I wish I still had the bike The comments are indeed right. What a great pit bike or something to ride around town in...\n with that beautiful smell of burning two stroke oil coming out of the back. I hope to win...!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1710893747, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13964260, "authorName": "RobertBDemers1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertbdemers1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This was my first bike back in 1977. Same everything. Sold it to move up to a 1977 250RD. White and orange. Great time machine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1710940938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13971162, "authorName": "BMALUV1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmaluv1/", "bidAmount": 1200, "content": "$1,200 bid placed by BMALUV1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1710974277, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 13972851, "authorName": "SoCal250", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal250/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Really nice looking RD125B. I was out on mine today ripping around town doing errands. They're really fun bikes! They attracts lots of comments and thumbs up.\r\n\r\n@RobertBDemers1 Your white RD250 sounds like a '75 model. I have one sitting in the garage. Great looking color scheme on that model! In the US/Canada we only got RD250s from '73 to '75.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1710996566, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13973820, "authorName": "RobertBDemers1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertbdemers1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It may have been a 1975. It was my first move up bike. Then to a KZ400, then KZ650, the. First Harley.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711029668, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13974694, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thought I would post a close up of the inside of the sales brochure with the name and number of someone I can only assume was the salesperson at the dealership. Also 650.00 so I assume was the sales price back in 1975. I looked up that amount in 2024 dollars and it would be 3,749.29! That\u2019s a lot of paper routes and lawns mowed no matter what decade. \nLove reading everyone\u2019s memories of these bikes.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711036466, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13990974, "authorName": "SoCal250", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal250/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rockythomas Curious about the LED headlight. It looks very close to stock but I can see the H4 designation on the lens, and it appears to be a straight drop in. Have any info that you can provide on the lens assembly, or do you know the brand? Thanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711157656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13991290, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SoCal250 \n\nH4 LED Motorcycle Headlight Bulb... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NTGHB6X?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share\n\nFits directly into to the stock headlight. \nThe stator on the RD doesn\u2019t put out enough voltage to properly power the bike. The owners manual kinda refers to the fact in a polite way. lol\n\nI talked to Ricky stator about rewinding the stator to increase output but by simply replacing the stock bulb with a led bulb brought the voltage up to 12-13v and keeps the battery fully charged while riding. \nWas happy to keep the bike all original but allows worry free riding.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711162435, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13996846, "authorName": "ekknowles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekknowles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this bike all original? Chrome, engine, pipes, etc? Really looks pretty nice for the year. Or any history on it?\r\nThanks", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711223355, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13997733, "authorName": "SoCal250", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/socal250/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rockythomas I was inquiring about the lens assembly, not the bulb. The OE lens is a sealed beam unit.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711228583, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 13999127, "authorName": "ToddTCE", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/toddtce/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very nice\ud83d\udc4d Interested in seeing how far this goes $ wise.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711246469, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14000247, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "SoCal250 \r\nIf the headlight itself was changed it was done by a previous owner. I even checked the owner's manual and it doesn't mention the headlight bulb anywhere. (They assumed a level of competence back then LOL). \r\nSorry, I can't help on that one. I can say it all looks 100% OEM and fooled me as I assumed it was the stock lens. \r\nhttps://www.partzilla.com/catalog/yamaha/motorcycle/1975/rd125b/head-lamp-speedometer\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nekknowles\r\nYes, to the best of my knowledge, the bike is 100% stock except for wear parts I mentioned such as the air filters, battery, tires, and tubes. I did replace a few misc rubber parts but used NOS-correct Yamaha parts. The mirrors are the only part I used aftermarket (Emgo reproductions that look almost the same as the original ones which the lenses had gone bad and are no longer available from Yamaha). \r\nThe paint, chrome, and even the grips and plastic bands on the bars that hold the wiring appear original to the best of my knowledge. \r\nSoCal250 pointed out that the bike originally came with a sealed beam headlight which someone has converted to a lens compatible with an H3 bulb so there's that which I learned today!\r\nThe previous owner said that the first owner attached the gremlin bell so even it's been with the bike since new.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711288145, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14000727, "authorName": "ROGROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogrob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello,\r\nAre there any oil leaks?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711293483, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14002371, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ROGROB\r\nNo, No oil leaks.\r\nI rebuilt the forks as they were leaking oil. They perform as new now with fresh oil and new seals.\r\nThe carbs work flawlessly and no drips. I rebuilt the petcock with a new seal, shuts off, and has no drips. \r\nThe transmission is 100% drip-free.\r\nI changed the transmission oil to Redline shockproof gear oil (the funky green color oil on the dipstick photo) it greatly improved the shifting and clutch performance. \r\n\r\nThe misses and I just took a final spin on it this morning to the end of the street for brunch. It's so much fun to ride and sounds and smells so good! Be bittersweet to see it go.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711302948, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14002645, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Added a few more pictures. \nThe tires are brand new IRC\u2019s. Maybe 100 miles on them. Replaced tubes and rim strips at the same time. \nNo oil leaks from anywhere. \nThe oil tank is full of Blendzall Ultra castor oil. \nI will provide a printed copy of the owners manual and a digital PDF copy.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711303843, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14002922, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Couple more pictures of when I purchased it. Had the wrong size tires on it and needed general maintenance mentioned. I had to go through the electrical system and fix a charging issue (new voltage regulator) bike will come with a new OEM rectifier also.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1711304923, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14005993, "authorName": "Hammershroud", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hammershroud/", "bidAmount": 1300, "content": "$1,300 bid placed by Hammershroud", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711334238, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14007054, "authorName": "BikerBoyAZ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bikerboyaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cool beans! The \"TIDDLER\" of the Week!\" Good luck with the auction!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711374535, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14007170, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BikerBoyAZ\r\n\r\nThanks!! It's definitely a Fun25! Yamaha claimed 17 HP I think. The misses and I can comfortably cruise around town two up and it will go 55mph. It will teach perfect shift timing to keep the motor in the sweet spot though.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711375656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14007284, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Closeup of the headlight lens. A quick google search didn\u2019t turn up anything. You can see the CPI logo in the center. Definitely a good upgrade over the stock sealed beam, and it is a seamless fit.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711376737, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14007752, "authorName": "ROGROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogrob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello,\r\n\r\nQuestion about why the chain and tire are rotating when you start the bike in neutral on the video?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711381108, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14007885, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "ROGROB\r\nJust the normal drag transferred to the rear wheel from the transmission. Most all bikes do that while idling on a stand. Easily stopped if I put my hand or foot on it. Always a good sign the brakes aren't dragging and the wheel bearings are good. \r\n\r\nhttps://www.advrider.com/f/threads/rear-wheel-turns-when-idling.828798/", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1711382346, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14008067, "authorName": "morrisguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/morrisguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can\u2019t find the \u201ccontact seller\u201d button.....out of the country, could you store the bike until mid May?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711383771, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14008274, "authorName": "Rockythomas (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rockythomas/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Morrisguy\nI\u2019m sure we can work something out.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711384913, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14009790, "authorName": "95_Customs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/95_customs/", "bidAmount": 1500, "content": "$1,500 bid placed by 95_Customs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711393938, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14009905, "authorName": "ROGROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogrob/", "bidAmount": 1800, "content": "$1,800 bid placed by ROGROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711394381, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14010774, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi everyone, we experienced a brief period of server instability earlier this morning and have extended this auction to ensure everyone is able to access the auction. Please take note of the new end time.\r\nThanks,\r\n\u2013 BaT", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711397264, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14011230, "authorName": "maw06", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/maw06/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This bike would be perfect for that up and coming young person in your family, the one that has a smaller bike, maybe a one-cylinder and has been begging for a larger bike. \r\n\r\nAlternatively, this bike would be a great introduction into motorcycles. Maybe you\u2019ve been thinking about getting a bike but aren\u2019t sure. This would be the bike for you.\r\n\r\nVery nice machine.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711399027, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14011667, "authorName": "Vintagetrucks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vintagetrucks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To maw06\u2019s comment, I would just point out that while it is a low displacement (125) bike it is a 2 stroke and caution a new rider to respect the power band. They are peaky. I didn\u2019t when I was young and ended up with my RD on top of me. Just be careful. Love the bike.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1711400653, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14011668, "authorName": "TommyBruin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tommybruin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Torque induction on a 125 screamer? Okaaaaay, tell me more... \r\n\r\nI love this wee \ud83d\ude80. It needs a loving home to preserve it forever.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711400656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14011775, "authorName": "Hammershroud", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hammershroud/", "bidAmount": 1900, "content": "$1,900 bid placed by Hammershroud", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711401019, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14011863, "authorName": "TommyBruin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tommybruin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow!! @Hammershroud is collecting and I'm impressed. Well done sir.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711401293, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14011894, "authorName": "95_Customs", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/95_customs/", "bidAmount": 2000, "content": "$2,000 bid placed by 95_Customs", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711401392, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14011907, "authorName": "rofandofy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rofandofy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Still not at what its worth. These little RD's are hard to find in such good condition.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1711401444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14012016, "authorName": "ROGROB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rogrob/", "bidAmount": 2200, "content": "$2,200 bid placed by ROGROB", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711401789, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012039, "authorName": "BMALUV1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmaluv1/", "bidAmount": 2400, "content": "$2,400 bid placed by BMALUV1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711401852, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012048, "authorName": "Ziasam88", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ziasam88/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by Ziasam88", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711401881, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012112, "authorName": "BMALUV1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmaluv1/", "bidAmount": 2700, "content": "$2,700 bid placed by BMALUV1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711402085, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012146, "authorName": "Parthena58", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/parthena58/", "bidAmount": 2800, "content": "$2,800 bid placed by Parthena58", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711402184, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012155, "authorName": "BMALUV1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmaluv1/", "bidAmount": 2900, "content": "$2,900 bid placed by BMALUV1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711402205, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14012194, "authorName": "BMALUV1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bmaluv1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 3/25/24 for $2,900 to BMALUV1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711402327, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14023052, "authorName": "TommyBruin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tommybruin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Way to go @BMALUV1. Your debut victory on BaT is a 49 year old high RPM screamer. Congrats man.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1711492209, "type": "comment"}]