I know the 87 tw200 has electric start. Do the pre 88 DR200, 250, or 350s have electric starts?

 

Agreed, Honda XR or KLR

 

I understand you not wanting to pay tabs on something that will maybe used a few times a year, but too old a bike and the cost for repairs will be a wash. I would opt for something like this. Its a 1999 KE 100, and its in great shape. Located in Idaho, less than 1400 miles. Shoot I might let my buddy know about this one, his wife has been looking for one like this for a couple of years. It's only $788.00, I mean you can't go wrong on that price!!!

 

1999 KAWASAKI KE100

 

Look it over carefully. Sometimes stuff at the Youth Ranch can be like from the used car salesman. Price may appear right, but may need some serious work. I suppose just like anything...

I may drop by an give it a look-over.

 

I found a 1973 Yamaha LT3. $500. Origional owner. Looks all origional and well kept from the pics. I plan to go look at it this weekend.
I'm concerned with it being only 100cc and a 2 stroke. Will this thing be able to keep up with traffic on 55mph roads?

 

Not well you will be wringing it out.

 

That's a beaut, Deej

 

Barely, and only if it's running well.

Not a recommendation, but an opportunity to post a pic of my vintage dual sport

 

Nice bike zomby wolf,

what size is it? don't see many of the old Can Ams around.

Yeah, I had a KE100, it would not do 55 mph. Maybe 50 but at like 9000 rpm. Wasn't fun about about 40-45 mph.