Cat 250x project

[thesualc]

This cat 250x was my fathers and we recently pulled it out of his old basement. My plan is to clean everything up and get it running again, eventually giving it to my son when he's old enough. I've done some disassembly and poking around to start to get an idea of what I think I am up against. I am a total noob when it comes to mini bikes so I am hoping to get some advice from this forum along the way. My first plan was to clean up the engine and replace hoses and any wiring that might be corroded, not sure I have to break it completely down at this point. I have an album of photos below.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/SFLJogUDkfdvSDy36

 

[manchester1]

That is in very nice original condition. I wouldn't do anything to that bike except a good cleaning and some wax. You should save that bike and buy your son some cheap bike to learn with.

 

[manchester1]

@derekbmn

 

[45t]

Your bike is a 1969 model with a disc brake setup. The 250x usually came with a scrub brake. Yours is a little more rare. I agree with Manchester on keeping it the way it is. They’re only original once.

 

[60'smini]

OP

Just clean it up, they are only original once. The clutch/chain guard and disc brake are gold.

 

[Steve73]

super kool cat ya got. yeah just clean it up..

 

[golden pinto]

nice family treasure.

 

[derekbmn]

Actually that’s a 70’ and a VERY nice survivor !!!