New Owner of a 1986 Rebel 250

[bikeman1969]

I've wanted to get into riding for a while now and last month bought a 1986 Honda Rebel 250 in mint condition, only 3500 miles. It runs great and it has already given me much enjoyment, even though I’ve only been out on it a handful of times. I can see why it's a popular choice for beginners. It does instill confidence.

I've been into cycling (man powered) for years and I think my years of experience of cycling crosses over to motorcycling well.

Bikeman1969

[cTc]

Welcome to the site, you have made a great choice of bike to start out on. The rebel will be a great bike, and they are easy to maintaine.

Its a sad here, as the wifes rebel will be selling on ebay in the next few minutes.

Welcome again, there are good people here to help out if have any questions on your new ride.

Later

[Snorebaby]

Welcome to the best board on the net IMHO!!

I own an 86 450 which I bought new and decided to take it out of storage recently.

You will get great service and enjoyment out of your rebel!! Feel free to ask ANY question!! Alot of knowledge is available here on this board and gladly shared with everyone.

Welcome again!!!

[GearJammer]

Welcome aboard, "Bikeman1969"!

Excellent score on that '86 250cc Reb! 3500 original miles is barely broke in & in mint condition, so you've got LOTS of pleasant miles to look forward to. As mentioned, low maintainence & a very versatile bike there.

Had an '85 250cc, then couldn't pass up a deal on a 450cc Reb, so had to sell the 250cc due to not having enough space in the stable to keep it. The 250cc was a BLAST tho' & a lot more umphh than I'd originally expected.

Enjoy & Ride Safe! :wink:

[bikeman1969]

Thanks for the friendly welcomes. The only thing that I needed to do to the bike was replace the fork seals. One side was leaking a little so I did that myself. When I bought it from the previous owner he threw in the Clymer repair manual. It’s a cheap fix if you’re mechanically inclined, about 10 bucks with shipping from eBay for the seals. I grew up working on my own cars so this was a breeze. I’ll try to post a picture in the gallery area.

[cTc]

the clymer is a good to have item, there are a few incorrect points in it, but for the most part, its a must have.

[GearJammer]

Sounds good & only having to replace the fork seals on such a primo score is excellent! With the older bikes that I prefer (my "newest" vehicle EVER is this '86 Rebel, LMAO!) so leaking fork seals seem to come with the territory.....hehehe....

Again, it's GREAT to have you here & I'm sure you'll be a valuable resource to the site! :wink:

Dive right in & have FUN! :D