1975 Honda TL250 overview

Just a few thoughts about the mid-70s Honda TL250 trials bike. My brothers and I had one in the 70s/80s among other period trials irons. This bike came to me this spring and while I've not restored it, I've got it in running condition and have ridden it in competition.

[@iwb316]

I've had the pleasure of witnessing Miller on the TL250 competing and winning many times in the mid to late 1970's. My friends who were riding Montesa and Ossa who were very good riders regarded Miller and his Honda as their arch nemesis.

[@dsmith1581]

Thank you!

[@rochellestanley9532]

Nice bike..

[@wakinossin]

Fun to ride for sure. Wish it had been better for actual competition, but as it is coming up on 50 yrs old, I guess I'm happy with it as is.

[@Cobra427Veight]

Hi , great to see a video of the TL , i have 3 running TL250s and enough bit for one more , one of mne has been modified by Bluewing honda NZ and it won 3 years national trials , I will do a video of them one day soon , they are great wheel stand bikes i could regulary do one mile + wheelies ,. one handers, cross legged etc . Cheers

[@wakinossin]

Excellent - thanks for the comments! Yes they are great all-around bikes and OK for trials too, although frankly I think the TL125 is more competitive, unless there are any climbs that require a bit more power. Check out my shorts too, there's at least one video of me fooling around on the TL250 in my 'turn' practice section.

[@derektaylor8342]

Have two of these .
Had one when new .
Is that a xr l85 front wheel on there?

[@wakinossin]

Oh man you have a good eye! Yes it is. I split the stock DID rim and rather than lace up a new wheel, I used one from the 185. Works well so...

[@bryanslittlegarage5724]

I have this bike not sure the exact year but could you give me any info on where to get some parts

[@wakinossin]

Well they're not the easiest. Some parts are still available from Honda, so check your dealer. Others are generic items, like bearings and oil seals. Then there are places in the UK that have various things, like FEKED and InMotion Trials. Those are good places to start.

[@zem6217]

A very nice motorcycle. Since I have a CRF 250, I wonder if she inherited any of these genes?

[@wakinossin]

I think the motors are very, very different. This is based on the 70s-era XL250 motor.