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EARLY YAMAHA'S 1959 -63 YDS's

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I am looking for a parts source and anyone with experience working on the early Yamaha YDS2 and YDS3 250's ?.

I am getting close on buying a number matching 1965 YDSM Ascot Scrambler which is based on the above bikes....the motor's condition is unknown at this point.

motocrossactionmag.com/more-stuff/vintag...-250-ascot-scrambler

I would be looking to get the bike running soon after I bought it...

Hopefully someone can help ?

I will know more about the motors condition tomorrow.
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Replied by Scootern29 on topic EARLY YAMAHA'S 1964 -65 YDS2 YDS3

Would you like me to talk to Tom White and see if he has any resources for the bike?
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Nope....it ain't mine yet.

I am now finding lots of parts on Ebay !
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It's official we finally struck a deal...... :whistle:

just sent the seller a deposit.

I plan on picking up the scrambler on Saturday. :woohoo:
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Replied by MarkT on topic EARLY YAMAHA'S 1964 -65 YDS2 YDS3

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Congratulations Dave!
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That's cool Dave . . .can't wait to see some picture and what you've got to work with.

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Replied by Vinnie on topic EARLY YAMAHA'S 1964 -65 YDS2 YDS3

Very Cool. Im interested in this one...... :OnFire
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Thanks guys....

I have a question.

When restoring a bike like this, should the frame and other bits be powdercoated or should traditional paint be used ?

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I think there are high end restorations done both ways?

I would like some "opinions" from you guys
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First- Congrats Dave on landing this bike- I have never really seen one, only heard of them. Now seeing a Pic can truly understand what cool is!


Since this bike is so limited and just not many out there- I think just a basic clean up and paint would be the way to go.

My thoughts are if she is a solid runner and complete- that is the ultimate value for sure.

I think the full top notch restorations do make a difference if you have a bike that has larger availability in the market- then top of the line resto's do make sense.

But for this one- Just touch every piece and make it look awesome with Paint.


Looking forward to following this one brother!
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