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    NatNice
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    Hi guys

    I have been looking into buying a DT 125 for a while now and was wondering if you could help?
    Breifly wondering if there should be a model and year I should be aiming for?
    Much appriecated!
    Nat

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      Hi guys

      I have been looking into buying a DT 125 for a while now and was wondering if you could help?
      Breifly wondering if there should be a model and year I should be aiming for?
      Much appriecated!
      Nat

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      scrimsmustang
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      @natnice

      Everyone to there own, but I like the early 89 90 91 bikes. Its hard to find them in good original condition now but they are the best for me. Im sure others will have there say.

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        @natnice

        Everyone to there own, but I like the early 89 90 91 bikes. Its hard to find them in good original condition now but they are the best for me. Im sure others will have there say.

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        @scrimsmustang

        You could prize it away from me for the right money, 91 model 2 owners from new. Completely restored from the ground up.

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          Hi guys

          I have been looking into buying a DT 125 for a while now and was wondering if you could help?
          Breifly wondering if there should be a model and year I should be aiming for?
          Much appriecated!
          Nat

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          NINJA
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          @natnice Bikes up to '98 have less restrictions and therefore more grunt than post '98 models. But it's not that hard to de-restrict them and restore their full power. Also I believe the early models have the more desirable 3MB head? DTR's didn't change much over the years, with mostly cosmetic changes introduced by Yamaha. But others may have more knowledge on that than myself?

          They kept the enduro look up until 2003 and then they added the SuperMoto look with the DTX and RE models. The RE could be bought with either enduro or SM trim. The SuMo has better brakes and wider wheels/tyres for more stability at speed. It all depends on which look you prefer?

          I would make your choice and then just find the best example with low ownership, that's currently available, dependent on your budget of course. Scrimmy's bikes are always mint BTW!!! 😉

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            You could prize it away from me for the right money, 91 model 2 owners from new. Completely restored from the ground up.

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            NatNice
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            @scrimsmustang Very tempting haha I'll let you know I'm not in a hurry my money comes in next month.
            Thanks for your reply mate

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              @natnice Bikes up to '98 have less restrictions and therefore more grunt than post '98 models. But it's not that hard to de-restrict them and restore their full power. Also I believe the early models have the more desirable 3MB head? DTR's didn't change much over the years, with mostly cosmetic changes introduced by Yamaha. But others may have more knowledge on that than myself?

              They kept the enduro look up until 2003 and then they added the SuperMoto look with the DTX and RE models. The RE could be bought with either enduro or SM trim. The SuMo has better brakes and wider wheels/tyres for more stability at speed. It all depends on which look you prefer?

              I would make your choice and then just find the best example with low ownership, that's currently available, dependent on your budget of course. Scrimmy's bikes are always mint BTW!!! 😉

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              NatNice
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              @cyber-ninja Yes I have had my eye on the DTX for the most part when looking into this type of bike if I go for this it will have the 3MB head already? Which will tie in nicely with some other mods if I am correct?
              As derestricting goes on the DTX I heard it's just to earth a wire running under the speedo don't quote me though!
              Thanks for the reply!

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                @cyber-ninja Yes I have had my eye on the DTX for the most part when looking into this type of bike if I go for this it will have the 3MB head already? Which will tie in nicely with some other mods if I am correct?
                As derestricting goes on the DTX I heard it's just to earth a wire running under the speedo don't quote me though!
                Thanks for the reply!

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                @natnice I'm not sure which head the DTX's have? With derestricting there's also some restrictions in the exhaust pipe, so you will need to remove those or fit an after-market system like a DEP, Giannelli or Big One etc.

                See Scrimmy's full de-res guide here;

                https://www.slideshare.net/kerryprinceuk/derestricting-the-yamaha-dt125-r-1988-through-to-2007-scrimsmustangs-classic-yamaha-restorations

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                  DTX/RE Is the green and black wire then they're full power.

                  They do have a restriction in the pipe, aftermarket pipe sorts that out.

                  Always Originate, Never Pirate!

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                    All I've done to my 'X' is earth the wire and a full DEP exhaust. -1 tooth on the front sprocket as well. Went to a 2 stroke rally at the weekend, everyone kept asking me what I'd done to it, expecting big bore kits etc 🤣

                    Current bikes:
                    DT125X '07
                    Street Triple R '11
                    Aprilia ETV1000 '02

                    Previous:
                    DR650RSE '96
                    FJ1200 '92

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                      Thanks for the input guys! Guess I'm on a hunt for a DTX! I'll update when I do get my hands on one!

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                        @scrimsmustang

                        You could prize it away from me for the right money, 91 model 2 owners from new. Completely restored from the ground up.

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                        @scrimsmustang how much is the right price scrim? I could be tempted I need to move a couple first ideally tho as I have far too many can you send me a few pics to my msg box please

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                          @finnerz89 The later models have got to be the easiest to derestrict lol

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                            @cyber-ninja Yes I have had my eye on the DTX for the most part when looking into this type of bike if I go for this it will have the 3MB head already? Which will tie in nicely with some other mods if I am correct?
                            As derestricting goes on the DTX I heard it's just to earth a wire running under the speedo don't quote me though!
                            Thanks for the reply!

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                            @natnice What's your budget dude???

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                              @finnerz89 The later models have got to be the easiest to derestrict lol

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                              @calum said in Buying a Yamaha DT 125...:

                              @finnerz89 The later models have got to be the easiest to derestrict lol

                              Nah, if you can find an old one thats not been derstricted it was a doddle. Turn the powervalve round to fully open and put the peg and cover back on, exhaust off 3 spotwelds holding the restriction tube in the manifold wip that out exhaust back on job done.

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                                @scrimsmustang how much is the right price scrim? I could be tempted I need to move a couple first ideally tho as I have far too many can you send me a few pics to my msg box please

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                                @andrewj1680 said in Buying a Yamaha DT 125...:

                                @scrimsmustang how much is the right price scrim? I could be tempted I need to move a couple first ideally tho as I have far too many can you send me a few pics to my msg box please

                                I will probably be keeping it for a while now the Black one has gone to be honest.

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                                  @natnice What's your budget dude???

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                                  @cyber-ninja Around £2000

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                                    @cyber-ninja Around £2000

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                                    @natnice Yeah nice.

                                    For that sort of money you should get a lovely example.

                                    More is going to be less with these ageing bikes.

                                    Pay a little bit more for a bike that is in better condition, and it'll save you in the long.

                                    But I suppose it all depends on what you want it for. These bikes are appreciating classics, if you are going to do lots of byways then it's nice to have an example which has been used for this purpose before.

                                    If you it's a sunny day rider then a nice restored one will suit you.

                                    Always Originate, Never Pirate!

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                                      @natnice Yeah nice.

                                      For that sort of money you should get a lovely example.

                                      More is going to be less with these ageing bikes.

                                      Pay a little bit more for a bike that is in better condition, and it'll save you in the long.

                                      But I suppose it all depends on what you want it for. These bikes are appreciating classics, if you are going to do lots of byways then it's nice to have an example which has been used for this purpose before.

                                      If you it's a sunny day rider then a nice restored one will suit you.

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                                      @calum said in Buying a Yamaha DT 125...:

                                      Pay a little bit more for a bike that is in better condition, and it'll save you in the long.

                                      Exactly my thoughts, I am looking to use it quite a bit and personalise it along the way of course.

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                                        Update!!
                                        I've got my eyes on a bike and I got 2 questions.
                                        The plastic shielding the front two forks can they just be removed or do I need different forks?

                                        And also the wheels from the images provided would you be able to tell if the wheels could fit SM tires instead?
                                        Sorry for the novice questions haha I'm knew to the DT

                                        Thanks
                                        Nat

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                                          The fork gaitors are crucial to preserve the longevity of the fork seals.

                                          You can replace them for neoprene socks.

                                          Always Originate, Never Pirate!

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