Two Stroke Streetbikes

[Ducati]

I am contemplating the purchase of an ancient (69', we believe) 2 stroke 250 cc Suzuki X6 Hustler, and a disassembled but complete (or so it seems) 250 cc Bridgestone, for $1000.
The old Zook is complete, needs cosmetic restoration, but has 6900 original km's and...the original tires. (hard as neoprene!)

I don't know much at all about Bridgestones.

It has been quite a while since I have had a 2 stroke, however I remember with a neurotic mixture of fondness and dread, a certain 500 cc two stroke triple Kawasaki H1 that I had...uh...a little while ago.

I am interested in hearing about the experiences that people here have had with their mosquito foggers, so as to fuel my enthusiasm for what I am sure will become a nightmarish restoration project, fraught with perils yet imagined.

[m10-power]

A relative of mine had an old Bridgestone, got any pictures could be the same one, not very many of those around. Is it in need of some work or running?

[method]

I have an old '73 ts250 that I'm in the process of rebuilding.

two strokes flipping rule.

[RiCE-DaDDy]

almost bought a "modern" 250, rz350. 350cc and its a scary beginner bike lol

[bol]

I want an Aprilia RS250. mmmm. it'd be such a nice track bike

[MaEsTr0]

I want an RZ500...

[m10-power]

Originally posted by MaEsTr0
I want an RZ500...

No you want an RG500 Gamma

[Ducati]

The Bridgestone is completely disassembled, and the engine turns freely when the plug is out. The forks look great, and the tin is original and very nice. A good buffing is all that it will need as there are no scratches or dings larger than a hairswidth.

The RZ350 had siamese crankshafts, as I understand. The engine on that Yamaha was apparently a grenade.
I agree with the RG500 Gamma on my wish list - a Walter Wolf Replica.

I have been doing some research, and I now think the little X6 Hustler is a real find. As it needs the least work I will restore it first. Before I take on the Bridgestone, I need to find out the model for sure, but I was told it is a "GTO". (What? Like the car???)