Yamaha DT 125

bonelessbread

Hello

I bought this bike planning on maybe restoring it I'm quite aware it will take a lot of work but I think it's worth a try you never know. What I'd like to know where about is the vin number on it i would like to try and figure out what year it is. And pretty much any other information would be useful also were would it be possible to get a replacement tank as this ones a bit rough

thank you in advanced

CJhaughey

On the right side of the engine there will be a number just inside the clutch cover under the carb that has the engine number on it. Also there should be a number on the frame usually on the headstock.

Max Headroom

Looks like the 80 model I had.......

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best of luck with the restoration, keep us posted

bonelessbread

So i got the number off of the side of the frame it is a 9 digit number i have searched online and i cant figure out how to decode it does anyone know how to do this

I'll keep posting pictures to keep people updated if anyone is interested ill post better pictures tomorrow

bonelessbread

Well i found out that it is a yamaha dt 125 mx but i cant find out the year of the bike

SweetCaliber

Taken from eBay:

The 10th digit in a 17 digit V.I.N. or frame number represents the year of your ATV, motorcycle, or car.

A = 1980 B = 1981 C = 1982 D = 1983 E = 1984 F = 1985 G = 1986 H = 1987
J = 1988 K = 1989 L = 1990 M = 1991 N = 1992 P = 1993 R = 1994 S = 1995
T = 1996 V = 1997 W = 1998 X = 1999 Y = 2000 1 = 2001 2 = 2002 3 = 2003
4 = 2004 5 = 2005 6 = 2006 7 = 2007 8 = 2008 9 = 2009 A=2010

Cars and trucks use the same codes.
The frame numbers on 4-wheelers can usually be found on the lower left frame rail. Some Suzuki ATV frame numbers are located on the rear frame rail. Some newer Honda ATV frame numbers are located in the front, on a flat plate behind the bumper. Most dirt bike frame numbers are on the steering neck below the handlebars.

http://www.ebay.com/gds/Find-the-year-of-your-motorcycle-or-ATV-w-VIN-number-/10000000017636650/g.html

CJhaughey

What is the first part of the VIN code? Yamaha usually use a Number and then 2/3 letters
That VIN decoder from Ebay is not correct for Yamaha

SweetCaliber

CJhaughey wrote: »

What is the first part of the VIN code? Yamaha usually use a Number and then 2/3 letters
That VIN decoder from Ebay is not correct for Yamaha

No? I thought it worked for all pre 1980 bikes? My bad if not!

bonelessbread

the first part of the code is 2A8 i figured out that this means the model of the bike which is dt 125 mx

CJhaughey

Its a 1980 model DT125MX
You might be better to take the serial # off your post, just for safeties sake.

Max Headroom

Seems like your going to spend a lot of money on a not too desirable bike IMO.....
Heres a 95 one........
http://www.donedeal.ie/motorbikes-for-sale/yamaha-dt-125g/5655014

CJhaughey

In fairness those little DT's are getting more collectable as is most 2 stroke stuff.
They are simple machines and easy to work for the most part.
Anything aircooled is usually pretty reliable as there is a lot less to go wrong.

Max Headroom

CJhaughey wrote: »

In fairness those little DT's are getting more collectable as is most 2 stroke stuff.
They are simple machines and easy to work for the most part.
Anything aircooled is usually pretty reliable as there is a lot less to go wrong.

True.....but i saw a pair in Stafford two weeks ago for £300.......one was running, the guy had it started in front of us....
You could spend a over grand easy on the op's bike ....and end up selling it for 800......:o

No offence OP..........i'll leave it at that...;)

bonelessbread

Its a 1980 model DT125MX
You might be better to take the serial # off your post, just for safeties sake.

do you mean its a 1980's model or that the year in fact is 1980?

No offence OP..........i'll leave it at that...

no offence taken i really dont mind what people say I'm here for some insite and i kind of no it's abit of a heap only a bit thought XD i only really bought the bike to learn about them only set me back 120 euro

bonelessbread

I'll be having a proper look at it tomorrow and ill post better pictures

Max Headroom

bonelessbread wrote: »

i kind of no it's abit of a heap only a bit thought XD i only really bought the bike to learn about them only set me back 120 euro

..........we've all bought heaps in our time....i've got more t-shirts than most.....:P

bonelessbread

Max Headroom wrote: »

..........we've all bought heaps in our time....i've got more t-shirts than most.....:P

XD the engine runs I guess that's a good thing I'm currently using a ballygowen bottle with petrol in it to run it XD

Max Headroom

bonelessbread wrote: »

XD the engine runs I guess that's a good thing I'm currently using a ballygowen bottle with petrol in it to run it XD

Hope theres 2 stroke oil in it too............;)

bonelessbread

Max Headroom wrote: »

Hope theres 2 stroke oil in it too............;)

actually theres an oil tank also just put new oil into it today and it starts on the first kick every time
someone tried to solder the tank i think so i took it off and the holes are alot worst than i thought i might be able to weld them heres hoping

here is some better pictures of it

CJhaughey

bonelessbread wrote: »

do you mean its a 1980's model or that the year in fact is 1980?

The year is 1980.

Max Headroom

Jesus.thats a lot of rust......hope you have deep pockets.:D....are you planning on a complete resto or just fix the important bits..???.lookin at the pix, you'd need to strip it completely and check the frame...i'm seein a hole in the back seat loop....

bonelessbread

Max Headroom wrote: »

Jesus.thats a lot of rust......hope you have deep pockets.:D....are you planning on a complete resto or just fix the important bits..???.lookin at the pix, you'd need to strip it completely and check the frame...i'm seein a hole in the back seat loop....

Yup alot of rust on it XD i was planning on that hopefully but if i cant ill just use it for messing around with yup to holes actually

one thing i forgot to mention i didn't get a log book with the bike how would i go about getting on i'll tro up a few more close up pictures tomorrow

SweetCaliber

bonelessbread wrote: »

Yup alot of rust on it XD i was planning on that hopefully but if i cant ill just use it for messing around with yup to holes actually

one thing i forgot to mention i didn't get a log book with the bike how would i go about getting on i'll tro up a few more close up pictures tomorrow

Print out this form.. http://www.environ.ie/en/LocalGovernment/MotorTax/PublicationsDocuments/FileDownLoad,497,en.pdf then fill it out and get the guards to sign it, you should be able to complete the change of ownership then.

Shannon will ring the previous owner to make sure it was sold, or if you have him number see if you can get the log book off him if he has it?

bonelessbread

SweetCaliber wrote: »

Print out this form.. http://www.environ.ie/en/LocalGovernment/MotorTax/PublicationsDocuments/FileDownLoad,497,en.pdf then fill it out and get the guards to sign it, you should be able to complete the change of ownership then.

Shannon will ring the previous owner to make sure it was sold, or if you have him number see if you can get the log book off him if he has it?

Thanks just looked at the form there it is asking for the registration of the bike only problem is it didn't have any on it when i got it and the previous owner didn't have a logbook and he said that the person he bought it off also didn't have one

SweetCaliber

bonelessbread wrote: »

Thanks just looked at the form there it is asking for the registration of the bike only problem is it didn't have any on it when i got it and the previous owner didn't have a logbook and he said that the person he bought it off also didn't have one

Is the bike registered? You'll have to find out, if it is you'll have to track down the registration number otherwise you'll have to register it.

Not sure how to check tbh, maybe if you ring up Shannon? give them the frame number and see if its registered?

bonelessbread

SweetCaliber wrote: »

Is the bike registered? You'll have to find out, if it is you'll have to track down the registration number otherwise you'll have to register it.

Not sure how to check tbh, maybe if you ring up Shannon? give them the frame number and see if its registered?

I wouldn't know if it is registered truthfully I'd imagine it is if it was on the road at one point god knows when the last time it hit the road I'll give them a ring and ill find out hopefully i can get it sorted

Max Headroom

MMMM........a lot of "field bikes" were probably stolen....just be careful, find out everything before you start spending money on it...it might be taken off you...;)

bonelessbread

Max Headroom wrote: »

MMMM........a lot of "field bikes" were probably stolen....just be careful, find out everything before you start spending money on it...it might be taken off you...;)

Well i won't do any more on the bike till i get this sorted so how would i go about
finding this out any help would be appreciated