Honda's ATC 250SX - The mullet of the trike world! Made from 1985-1987. What are the differences?

Hi, I just bought a 85sx. Runs great, but for a 6’ guy they seem to have shrunk since the 80s lol. Is there anyway I can lift it? Or put longer forks? I’m reaching out to you because I figure you know where to buy parts and such. Can you still buy racks?

Haaaa 250!!!!

It's NOT the Mullet of the trike would you dip. Just cuz YOU are a redneck, don't mean it is. Lmao.

Well done! Thank you!

I love this machine

Such a practical machine. Perfect balance of work and play. I've never heard of the 250SX until seeing this video, but I sure do like it! I sure hope that someday I can build a nice collection of trikes. I don't need to have ALL of them like you do, but I sure am in love with these things.

Just got an 85 250sx gotta couple videos on my channel before I owned it. I’ll be doing a more in depth video soon. Thanks for the info !

What do you know about the options such as the rear racks light guards and other accessories?

The 86 and 87 sx look similar to the 200 x and 350x

Do any of the years differentials lock and unlock?

Hello I’m pretty sure that was the Anheuser Busch voice lol very nice looking trikes!!! I just got a 1985 mullet for free red and black sx I rode one when I was a kid. I’m going to get it running again it sat 10 yrs quick question it needs all new plastics. Would you go red, white and blue or would you go red white and black like it is now it has original tires I believe it is all original. Any advice from you would be appreciated. Thank you. P.s man I wish I had those trikes . My father had at 86 red white and blue 350 X that thing kicked ass!!!!

Are alll the engines the same on all years ? Say my 86 engine blows up and I take it out my 85. It will mount up and work as it should right ?

I have a 85 honda 250sx I am looking for a grab bar. Can you help and point me in the right direction?

Real question is...How many actors died making that commercial? JK😂😂

They’re pretty much sporty big reds

Also the timing chain adjuster is different. On the 1987 ones you can easily tell the different from them , they are long and skinny. And on the 1985 and 1986 , they are short and fat. THAT'S how I always tell the difference on motors. I own 5 250 SX's and 3 250 Big Reds. The 250 SX's are the best of both worlds. Awesome Bikes. I appreciate your videos.

Don’t even mention the reverse ? That’s what sold me on buying one, a 85. I love mine and it so versatile working on my camp . I even pull a bush hog behind me

I had both a 85 and 86, my 86 needed a new rear shock. My white tank had 2 rub marks 4 inches long where my legs rubbed, seat was molded to my ass bones. Nah, not much seat time on that one, I lived in Watson, NY. Not far from Rome, NY.

If you bought mine, it was beat rear seals, were shot, fenders had metal and rivets. Gas tank, and seat were dead give away, if I seen it today, i could point it out. A REAR FOX shock would be a great upgrade if they made one, the ride hard if you ride them fast. The Rear Ends hold up better than the HONDA RECONS, 2001 Recon Rear end eats UP Bearings and SEals, Very narroW REAR END, higher toque.

Any why you can help me find a ‘85 250SX?

Those old commercials are great!

Great machine! My uncle had a 1985 Honda 250SX that I rode quite a bit down in Rocky Point in Mexico. I love these old ATC's, I wish I could ride them all again! Thanks for another great and informative video! By the way, I like the color scheme on the 1985 250SX the best! Man, these videos of yours bring back so many memories! Thanks! Merry Christmas and happy new year!

Great video.
I am currently trying to find smaller rims and knobby tires for my 86’ sx. I bought it with 12 inch rims and big mid tires. It rides super rough and robs a lot of performance. Not sure on if I should go stock rim size route or not

I have an 86 250sx with the honda line front and rear racks with a headlight guard too. But and aftermarket style hitch. I am in need of a muffler for it tho

Great video! Did you put a link for the fork boots? I can't find it, and i need a set. Thanks

Is that original plastic or where do you get it if not

Do you ever sell 250 sx 1986

I've had several ATC's going back to the 1980's and a small fleet at one time. The 250SX is my favorite by far.

I bought a brand new Honda 250SX back in 1986, rode that thing for 20+ years and taught my daughters to ride it. I wish still had it, really had some fun times.

I still have my 85 SX and it needs a little carb and throttle cable work. Would love to see if you had an extra rear fender setup for sale. Had my bike since 95.

Gorgeous machines, please keep these videos coming. Have a great day, pal

Whats the difference between 250s & 250sx?

Have a 1986 250 BIG RED. My dad bought it new when I was 9 years old. I had so much fun on that pore thing. I rode it every day and literally put it through hell and back. The transmissions is what took finally it out. But being a farm tool we towed so many things way way over weight. We were always pretty good on the maintenance so it should still start no problem but it hasn't run in at least 20 years Probably about 10 years ago I kicked it over a few times to make sure it wasn't stuck and then put a bunch of oil in the cylinder.

I thank your 85 250sx should not have the glove box on back it should have the red plastic with no glove box it would look nicer and you wouldn't half to drill holes in your original plastic I just got a 250sx it's an 85 I love it

I thank your 85 250sx should not have the glove box on back it should have the red plastic with no glove box it would look nicer and you wouldn't half to drill holes in your original plastic I just got a 250sx it's an 85 I love it

I thank your 85 250sx should not have the glove box on back it should have the red plastic with no glove box it would look nicer and you wouldn't half to drill holes in your original plastic I just got a 250sx it's an 85 I love it wish i could sho you.a pic of it

Less talky....More Ridey

I went to look at one up for sale last weekend. I'm still on the fence about buying it....

That rider is some fit in that commercial.

Awesome 😎 video I love the beautiful women off roading

great video...now that I'm an SX owner, they've become my new obsession...haha. If you get this comment and have time, curious as to what machine and performance exhaust you have in your intro? SOUNDS AWESOME

i purchased mine brand new in november of 1984 it was a 1985 model 250sx shaft drive it was my pride and joy every weekend for years i took it everywhere i could it never broke i did all the regular maintenance i liked it so much later in years got married had four boys and purchased 3 more used ones in which i still have mine is still all original my life changed and have not run them for years but i will get them out and ride again i also have the yamaha 250 2 stroke yellow very fast machine.

I'm trying to figure out what year I got, but my front light I can take it off and walk around as far as the cord will let me

Excellent video - great work

I'm not sure how to message you so my question goes here. I just purchased some aftermarket fenders for my 85 250sx. Would you recommend an automotive clear coat on them before use?

Here I am finding my self going back in time for another TOT video to learn differences of a machine I’ve never had. Might be getting a 86 here soon. Your videos are like a encyclopedia of info bud 👍