Thanks for letting me in! I'm a 53 year old former MX / Enduro guy, been into the Dual Sport thing a couple of years. Still hit the MX Track and single track stuff every now and then. I currently have: '94 CR 250, '21 CRF 300, '21 150 XCW, '22 CT 125. I've torn apart many 2 stroke motors.

For some reason I find myself wanting and old 2 stroke "Enduro". I've always been a Honda Guy, never even owned a Yamaha, (Several Kawis and Suzukis). My research indicates that the early '70s Yammys were the best, (reed valves), and there seems to be more used ones for sale.

There are 2 for sale semi locally that I like: '72 DT 250 restored by a reputable shop, missing lights/ blinkers - $3,000 ask. '74 RT 360 newer engine rebuild, brakes, cables, etc., a little rusty, but looks good. - $2,400 ask.

I'm kind of leaning towards the '72, (I'm a '72 model). Thinking of offering $2,500. Advice?
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Thanks for letting me in! I'm a 53 year old former MX / Enduro guy from S. Ga., been into the Dual Sport thing a couple of years. Still hit the MX Track and single track stuff every now and then. I currently have: '94 CR 250, '21 CRF 300, '21 150 XCW, '22 CT 125. I've torn apart many 2 stroke motors.

For some reason I find myself wanting and old 2 stroke "Enduro". I've always been a Honda Guy, never even owned a Yamaha, (Several Kawis and Suzukis). My research indicates that the early '70s Yammys were the best, (reed valves), and there seems to be more used ones for sale.

There are 2 for sale semi locally that I like: '72 DT 250 restored by a reputable shop, missing lights/ blinkers - $3,000 ask. '74 RT 360 newer engine rebuild, brakes, cables, etc., a little rusty, but looks good. - $2,400 ask.

I'm kind of leaning towards the '72, (I'm a '72 model). Thinking of offering $2,500. Advice?

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Thanks.

 from near Salisbury, UK.

If it is a genuine 1974 360, then it will be a DT360A. These had cdi which were known to fail, and so some were converted to points using, I think, parts from the 1974 to 1976 DT250 models.

If you can find out the VIN, then you can check the exact model using the VIN tables in the Tech Library - see top toolbar.

I won't insult you by telling you to check the consumables, particularly the brake shoes, but you might not know that Yamaha advised retro fitment of a 6v regulator. Again, see Service Bulletins in the Tech Library for the relevant document. Alternatively, some folks convert to 12v.

Hi HMA - Welcome to the group! I'm also new here; a '72 vintage and just acquired a 1972 CT2 175

Quite a number of years ago I had a DT1 bike with an RT3 360 engine in it. The 360 is quite an engine! I sold that bike, but happy to have another vintage enduro bike. I'm also dirt bike guy, but no MX for me! How do you like the 150 XCW?? I've had a couple 200's over the years and was thinking about a 150 a while ago.

I'm finding this forum extremely helpful and welcoming! I'm sure you will find the same.

Take care and best of luck with your acquisition!

Welcome HMA.
Where are you at?

Bainbridge Ga.

I also live in Bainbridge, Ga. Welcome and we need to get together.