This 1990 Honda NSR250R (VIN MC211004561) is among the most sophisticated two stroke sport bikes that can be had in America today. This handsome bike retains its original plastics, and with just 6,900 miles on the odometer, has apparently lived a fairly easy life. Find it here on eBay in Arlington, Virginia with an $8,500 BIN.

Though some scuffing is apparent on many panels, it has apparently been treated more gently than many machines of this type. Several versions of the basic NSR250R were produced over a 12 year production cycle in order to keep pace with the track-only NSR250, and this version features a gull-arm swingarm not seen on earlier versions. Hondas of this era had some nice styling, and we dig this one’s mini-RC30 vibe.

Three gauges in separate pods keep the view ahead simple. Despite this apparent simplicity, the bike uses a sophisticated ECU shared with the RC30 superbike which coupled the throttle position sensor and gear position sensor, in addition to giving 3D ignition mapping for each cylinder.

The bike isn’t photographed naked, and as such the engine can’t be seen. The 45 horse 90 degree two stroke V-twin should look something like this. These bikes feature cartridge-type gearboxes, allowing the gearset to be removed, changed or replaced without pulling the whole engine. This one is said to start easily and run well, and the seller has provided videos of it running, including a cold start.

With a relatively modern and sophisticated chassis and genuine race pedigree, this high-strung Honda looks just scruffy enough to enjoy every day, but still nice enough to take pride in.