1983 Yamaha Enduro Motorcycles for sale

Yamaha : XT 1983 Yamaha XT250 Enduro ! Excellent condition!

$2,199

Durango, Colorado

Here I have my 1983 Yamaha XT 250 for sale! I bought it a year ago as the 3rd owner and runs like a champ!!! When I bought I replaced every bearing on the bike, brand new chain and sprockets, rebuilt the carb. Brand new tires and tubes were installed. There are only 4958 Original Miles! The seat is original with no tears and a Team Yamaha upgraded rear coilover shock. There are a few nicks in the paint on the gas tank, the head light brackets need to be repainted and there is a little surface rust on the exhaust header. Local Pickup or will meet within a reasonable distance, if buyer wants to ship, buy pays for shipping.

Yamaha : YZ 1982 yamaha yz 60 yz 60 yz ahrma vintage mx motocross 50 enduro race minibike xr

$2,250

Caledonia, Minnesota

Beautifully restored 1982 Yamaha YZ 60, was only made in this style in 1982 and 1983, the holy grail of the mini motocross bikes, nearly impossible to find any more, let alone in this condition. Completely dissasembled and redone. Swing arm, lower fork tubes, and handlebars powder coated yellow, only one like it, and it looks awesome. Frame was sandblasted and painted, everything else sandblasted and powder coated. Both rims were sandblaseted and powdercoated gloss black. New front tire and tube, new rear tire and tube. New chain. Rear sprocket was not available, current one in great condition, and was cleaned and powder coated. New seat cover, new OEM style wicked tough graphics. New scott handgrips. Carburator was cleaned with new needle valve installed, new fuel petcock, new gas lines. New fork seals and fork oil. Runs and drives excellent and looks like new. Plastic all completely sanded down, cleaned and reheated for shine, in great original condition. Every nut and bolt was cleaned and coated, it looks like new. The Yz60 had a very short 3 year run, and are getting very difficult to find, let alone in this condition.. $500 deposit due immediately a auction end. Full payment due within 24 hours of auction end, anything other then that must be talked about ahead of time. Please do not bid if you do not intend to buy, feel free to ask any and all questions, I will be more then happy to answer them. International buyers welcome, but full payment due within 24 hours of auction end. Paypal prefered, shipping is 100% buyers responsibility, I will be more then happy to help and meet your shipper when picking up. If shipping takes awhile storage is not a problem after full payment is made. Bike also for sale locally, seller reserves the right to end auction early. Sold with bill of sale, no title on off road bikes. If you have less then 5 positive feedbacks contact me before bidding. If buy it now is used full payment due immediately. Please do not bid if you do not intend to go through with the sale, $500 deposit due immediately, full payment due within 24 hours. This is a extremely rare bike, and you will not be disappointed in any way with it. I can provide legal registration for customs if you are a international buyer. Also willing to listen to offers On Aug-02-12 at 12:40:19 PDT, seller added the following information: SAVE MONEY ON SHIPPING! uShip is the first and largest auction style marketplace for shipping and transportation services.Learn More SHIPPING PRICE ESTIMATOR Delivery ZIP Code: MORE RESOURCES: uShip Guides and Articles uShip Provider Directory Other Useful Tools & Links

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Yamaha : Other Clean Original 1982 Yamaha GT80 Enduro Motorcycle Pitbike GT 80 DT80 DT 80

$1,175

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Selling a Yamaha Enduro 80 two stroke motorcycle that has a MFG date of 8/82 and was made for the model year 1983. It is very clean and in good running/riding condition. It fires right up, shifts smooth and stops like it should. The lights, horn and speedo/odometer are fully functional. This has an oil reservoir under the seat that auto mixes with the normal pump gas you put in the tank. It is a nice feature not having to concoct your own mixed fuel as the bike does it automatically. The front tire has about half tread remaining. The rear tire has a ton of life left in it. Original tool kit is still under the seat. This can be made street legal in most states. It is pre wired for turn signals and has the switch on the handlebars to operate them. I do not have the signals so they are not included with the sale of this bike. It could also use a mirror if you are planning on taking to the streets. It has never been registered for street use. There is no title. I will be happy to provide the buyer with a bill of sale. I am the third owner of this motorcycle. The first owner was a lady in the northern part of Colorado. The second owner is somewhat of a collector. He added an off road tire to the rear, cleaned it, tuned it and repacked the muffler. His intention was to teach his son to learn to ride with a clutch. Since this bike is so clean and original, he went with another bike for his son to learn on. He says that they only put about 30miles on it in the couple years they owned it. (Stay tuned, more of his collection may be for sale soon). I bought it to putt around the neighborhood on and sometimes I take it down to the mail box and back. Since this is 30+yrs old it is not perfect. The left front fork dust cover is cracked and could use to be replaced. The ends of both the front brake and clutch levers are broken off. There is still enough to grab onto and they are functional as is. The top of the rear brake pedal has snapped off. Once again, functional as is. The front and rear fenders show some scratches and worn off paint. There are a couple of small dings on the left side of the tank. Guessing this was laid down on that side sometime in the past. There are some small cracks on the back of the seat. The paint on the tank is worn off under the seat. Please take a good look at the pictures. If I missed anything, the pictures didn't catch, let me know. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. I will be happy to assist the buyer with shipping. I would recommend using USHIP for a quote. This bike is approx 5 feet long. The handlebars are approx 26 inches wide. It is approx 36 inches tall to the top of the handlebars. The weight is approx 320 pounds. It can be picked up from my house or place of business. I do not have a loading dock but I do have a ramp. We should be able to load this into just about any carriers vehicle. Heck, it even fits in the back of my 01 Cherokee standing straight up. If you have any questions, please feel free to call or text Justin @ 719-231-6727

Suzuki : Other ~1969-70 VINTAGE SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Lk. DT 1 RUNNING EZproject NewCosmoRestor

$1,275

Lakewood, California

* * * This bikes two Cousins (also cosmetically restored by us in our shop) that were Just Featured at the "WORLDS LARGEST MOTORCYCLE SHOW" In our"Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Clubs" Booth ! * * Please see pictures below * * ! ! ......YES ! As of the last couple of days for the first time in Decades ...This AMAZING Vintage Bike is "Now Running" I have driven her up & down my black about 10+ times in the last day or two !!!!! "HOW WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE THIS VINTAGE EXAMPLE of Classic Motorcycle History ..."EYE CANDY' ....IN YOUR GARAGE" ! * * * I will have a Video in the next day or two if you email me your direct email site I will email you the UTUBE Video link Please Do Not Bid on this item until you have read the auction in it's Entirety (IE) When You Bid you are entering a Legal Contract & not being responsible just ruins it for everyone involved in this auction...Thank You. * * Also, I am unsure of the exact year of this Wonderful bike but I can tell you with Great Certainty it is either a 1969 or a 1970 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO * * These early TS 250 SUZUKI's are very Rare & unfortunately all of the serial number guide web sites only cover the more common 1970-1971 & up year Suzuki's Vintage ~ 1969 -70 Suzuki 250 cc T.S. "SAVAGE" ENDURO bike (Very Similar to the Original 1968-71 YAMAHA 250 DT-1 ENDURO). These are Original TS 250 SUZUKI's are becoming Very Hard to find these days !!! ...as most people are just not selling them out of their Vintage Bike Collections & Nice Examples of these are very rarely coming up for sale. Very complete Vintage "TS 250" ENDURO, project with a nice Fresh cosmetic Restoration (IE) most all of the main components of the bike were removed down to nearly her bare frame (IE) front & rear Wheels, tires, engine, oil & gas tanks ,seat air box etc etc) most everything was cleaned repainted & re installed. I think this bike is still fairly Original (IE) She has her: original Metal Airbox,, Frame , Swing Arm, Forks, Exhaust Muffler with Heat Shield , Headlight, Tail Light and & original Seat base (with Brand New foam & New upholstery), Original Gas tank & even her Original Oil tank. Also, present are a Suzuki Tachometer & Speedometer (I do not have the drive cables, should be available on ebay etc) This beautiful Bikes Mileage may not be accurate for this bike as like the head & tail lights, the Speedo & Tach gauges were off the bike & in a box when I got them. .It has her Original Suzuki 250 Gas Tank & Oil Tank Gold & Chrome Gas Tank & Oil Tank Metal Bright work Badges, Factory SUZUKI Chrome Forks , & she even her Fork Dampener, original swing arm, +FAR superior updated "BOGE" Rear Shocks, and Brand New HUGE 460 X 18" "TRAIL WINNER" Dual sport Rear Tire. She appears to have her main Original wire loom that runs from the engine to up under the fuel tank, However, she was last purposed as a Off Road bike. When new did the Cosmetic restoration as detailed above & below ) I re-installed the lights etc that were given to me in a box from the prior owner. so at this time they are present & installed on the bike but are not electrically connected , the main wire loom looks to be their & she has her lighting stator (altinator) & the switching & wire in in the laft portion of the handlebar . She has TS 250 Tachometer and Speedometer Gadges are possible slightly newer TS 250 & she will need the cables to connect them if that is something you want to do.. . The kick starter works & also, engine turns over well + she has good Compression, however I have not tried to start her. (I am guessing she may have a lose connection or a faulty coil ?) Otherwise, it is my guess that she would start up.. Unfortunately, at this time we lost our storage and I am now in a position I need to make room here as soon as possible. Also, She has a updated ~New chain, updated Front Fender, new unbreakable rear fender. basically at this point ...She just needs some fairly Minor finishing touches. * * I was told these Early TS 250's can NADA value guide up to just under ~ $6,000.00 You can Steal this Beauty for a small fraction of that. So ..Please, No Low Ball offers This is a No Brainer Deal on a True Classic & Very RARE & Very Beautiful + Very Collectable Vintage Historic Motorcycle (Again, These are becoming Very hard to find these days !!! Again, Please No Low Ball offers. ...As I have a lot of Time & Effort into this Wonderful Classic Bike.. These Wonderful Early Classic Vintage TS 250 cc ENDURO's are: Fairly Light Weight , Very Nimble, Very Quick & Very Well Balanced + Very "FUN" + Super Easy to Ride ...So when You get this Beauty all worked out & Running & ready to run down the Highway again... As this is a bike that will just need a little work to be 100% functional again. Therefore, when completed You will be in for a "BIG TREAT" as these are "REALLY FUN" & "QUICK" & SUPER EASY to Ride & did I say "FUN" TO RIDE... for Riders of ALL Sizes (IE)...also, You don' have to be a 8 feet Tall 300 Pound Gorilla to handle her ! & to be able to enjoy ride this Wonderful & soon to be Potentially VERY FUN & Versatile ~Super Bike ! In Fact When I am sitting on this beauty I am only ~ " from the ground. the seat ...& Static (without the riders weight on the seat) ...the seat is around " from the ground ...Either way this Wonderful bikes seat is Extremely Low for a Bike With anywhere near ~Super Bike Level of fun & Classic Styling ! ! ! * * Please Note * * Recently (December 2013) this auctions bikes' cousins (IE) that were also built by us) the other Two of our bikes a 1978 RM SUZUKI 250 (Yellow) & also our ELSINORE CR 250 (Green / Aluminum) we Displayed at the "WORLDS LARGEST" MOTORCYCLE SHOW" (the Los Angeles Cycle World / Progressive Motorcycle Show, (Los Angeles, California Area)..in Our "Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Clubs" Booth earlier (December 6, 7 & 8th 2013). Look to the right of the 3rd pictures which shows a Local Los Angeles TV News Crew interviewing Out VGMC Clubs President (in the Red & White Shirt) on the Shows Opening day ! ! ! PLEASE NOTE: Over the last three years we have shown "EIGHT" Vintage Motorcycles at this Show alone. > PLEASE NOTE:Above are 4 Pictures are not of this auctions bike but are of this bikes 2 cousins (IE) two other bikes we also built & restored our other Vintage Racing: the (Yellow) 1978 SUZUKI RM 250's & the (Aluminum & Green) Vintage CR Elsinore 250 Vintage Race bike (Dec. 2013) we Displayed at the "WORLDS LARGEST" MOTORCYCLE SHOW" (the Cycle World / Progressive Motorcycle Show, (Los Angeles, California area)..in Our "Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Clubs" Booth earlier (December 7-8-9th 2013). Also, The White & Black Suzuki Road Racer at the end of he row next to our VJMC clubs sign (3 bikes to the right of our yelow 250 RM Suzuki)... was one of two bikes of it's Exact type in Existence and I was told by most everyone there that it was Pretty much "Priceless" ! Again * * "PLEASE READ THIS AUCTION ENTIRELY " * * "BEFORE BIDDING" * * & Please Bid Responsibly ..In fairness of Everyone involved in this auction..."As Ebay Recommends" .. Please, "Do Not Bid" on an item "Until ALL of your Questions have been answered" & Any and any & ALL Inspections have been preformed etc. are made to your Satisfaction and any & ALL information has been Gained from your Research ...so that YOU are Totally Comfortable & ALL of this Needs to be Done "LONG, BEFORE YOU BID" on this Wonderful 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike Vintage Motorcycle.. If You live fairly Locally & are a Serious buyer (No tire kickers & or "Lookie, Lou's" etc etc Please)..I invite You to.. "Please come by & see this AMAZING Bike "BEFORE YOU BID" ...Again, If you live fairly Close & you are a serious Buyer ..I Invite you to Please Come By & Check her Out " LONG BEFORE YOU BID" ...As this item requires a 500 dollar NON Refundable Good Faith Deposit...& As Ebay will tell you "Your Bid is a Legal & Biding Contract & should be taken Seriously" ..as Irresponsible Bidding only Ruins EVERYTHING for EVERYONE else involved in the auction. Here is some More GREAT NEWS ! I have run this bike thru MOREANA Enterprises (a Designated Calif DMV Registration office) & according to the Calif. DMV Computer printout...this Wonderful bike is "free and Clear" & has no record of any back registration fees and or back taxes etc PLEASE NOTE: ...I will be including a copy of this DMV Compuyter Print out as well as a California Dept. of Motor Vehicles (Notarized) "Bill of Sale" from myself to you the new owner.. which from what I hear in states outside of California, should be what you need to register it if you live inside or outside of California. ... (IE) If you just want to Vintage Race or Vintage Show this bike at Vintage bike & car meets & Shows... the DMV "Bill of Sale" should be all you will need...I will also include the California Department of Motor Vehicles Current DMV Computer Records Print Out on this Wonderful Bike to the new future owner that shows & Proves that this beauty has no record of any back fees and because of this is currently 100% off the DMV computer records. Because this Beauty was in storage for the past Aprox. 2+ Decades (~20 years) (last license tags for this bike were purchased Many (~31) years ago (it look like 1983) & because of this... Again...the DMV Print out proves at this time there will be no back fees as the Calif DMV Computer Records have fallen off as this has been in storage for so many years ("WHICH AGAIN IS REALLY GOOD NEWS" ! as this means there will be no back fees, No Back taxes etc etc ) on this Wonderful bike & Again, this means therefore there should be NO back fees and NO back taxes etc etc. owed on this Wonderful ~1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250cc ENDURO". Whether you live inside California or in any of the other 50 states & If you attend Vintage Bike Meets, Vintage Bike Races & Vintage Bike Shows, Vintage Motocross meets etc. etc the Notarized Calif. DMV "Bill of Sale" is all you will need. If you would like to register this bike here in California to be used as an everyday street legal bike here in California my Vehicle Registration Office said that because this bike had been in covered storage for many years (the last ~20+ Years) therefore if you live here in California & feel you want to make this an everyday street bike & get license tags on her again Again it will be Easy because this bike is currently off the DMV Computer system books & therefore Again...there will be NO back fees (as typically after about 8- 10 years California DMV records fall off the DMV Computers) and Again, you can make this a currently registered Street bike here in Calif. & Again, license tags are not required for Vintage Bike Races Car & Motorcycle Shows & Vintage Motocross Events & Shows etc here in California & also keep in mind California street license tags are also not required if you live out of state etc etc etc) ..please feel free to email me or call me if you need me to clarify this any further. IMPORTANT.. * * * Auction Bidding Rules * * * ..Please Read Before Bidding.. In fairness of everyone involved in this auction...Please refrain from bidding on this 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike ... *Please Do Not Bid until ANY & ALL of your Questions are Answered any and ALL Inspections are made etc etc to your satisfaction and any & ALL information has been gained from your research so that you are totally comfortable "LONG BEFORE YOU BID" on this wonderful 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike.. Also, Please make sure that you can Fully Fund for this 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike.. within the THREE Day time constraints of this auction: as all sales are final.. (IE) Buyer Must Make a Pay Pal 500 dollar deposit (Non Refundable) if he hits the "buy it now" or if for some reason it goes the full 10 day auction term the 500 Deposit is due within 24 hours of auction close & then within 3 days (3 working days M - S) post auction FULL funding is Due or you are in forfeiture of this auction ... Mainly for Liability reasons ... Buyer agrees to assume all risks & liabilities after time of sale of this vehicle & like all used vehicles typically sold here in California for that reason is being sold As Is... Which is the case with used cars & Vehicles sold in California Again this is being sold in “AS-IS” condition with “NO IMPLIED OR EXPRESSED WARRANTIES”. Again, Please ask any questions, do any required inspections etc etc "LONG Before Bidding" In fairness to others bidding involved in this 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike auction.. .. I can't think of anything that can be more fun & enjoyable for a Family than a GREAT High Quality Vintage Motorcycle ..This STUNNING Vintage 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike. should always draw a BIG Crowd at Classic Motorcycle Shows, Classic car Shows & Vintage Bike meets etc etc and Please keep in Mind ....Bike & Car Shows & Meets & typically are a Great way to meet New friends & prospective clients for your business etc etc !!! . So, Please make sure that everyone in your family is totally "On Board" & "100% OK" with your purchase "BEFORE YOU BID". All bidders for this item must have a minimum of 10 positive feedback History with no negative feedback comments etc & NO NON PAYING Bidder marks against you and Again, Please "NO" New to Ebay (no History) members as I feel this Beautiful 1969-70 SUZUKI TS 250 ENDURO Dual Purpose Sport bike though a Bargain for what I have listed it for ....She is still a fairly big ticket item.

Yamaha : Other Beautiful XT1200 Yamaha Super Tenere ADVENTURE TOURING Nicely Equipped!

$9,990

Bend, Oregon

2012 Supere Tenere Low Miles! Nicely Equipped!!! Yamaha’s Super Ténéré, XT1200cc adventure-tourer was designed to go head to head against the iconic BMW R1200GS. Tough shoes to fill, but Yamaha is well known for its’ amazing engineering. Yamaha’s big Adventure bike actually has its own off-road legacy. A single-cylinder Ténéré enduro first debuted back in 1983. Then in 1989 the Super Ténéré was introduced as the twin-cylinder XTZ750 and debuted as a European market only bike. This machine went on to win the grueling Paris/Dakar rally six times! And that is were the name came from; Ténéré (ten-eh-ray), is a region in the Sahara desert traversed in the Paris/Dakar rally. If the 750cc parallel-Twin XTZ was a Super Ténéré, this 1200cc model might well be called the Super Duper Ténéré, as it has a 450cc displacement advantage! This bike is a viable contender to BMW’s R1200GS. She is equipped with standard traction control and antilock brakes. Other rider aids lie in the braking system. In addition to standard antilock control, the Ténéré is equipped with Yamaha’s Unified Brake System that links the rear brake to the front lever, helping limit chassis pitching during hard braking that is typical of bikes with long-travel front suspension. Yamaha’s ABS isn’t bad in the dirt and much better than earlier antilock systems, but hardcore riders will wish for an off switch. There is a simple way to disable the ABS, just put the Tenere on its centerstand and run the bike in gear for a bit. This creates an error signal for the ABS system, so it shuts itself off. An ABS error code light illuminates on the instruments, and a rider is now free to lock up and slide the back tire with impunity! This bike is nicel equipped. She is a local bike that has been very well maintained. She has the hard aluminum paniers that are HUGE! The PIA lamps will brighten even the darkest back roads and the heated grips will help extend your riding season. The bike, while not perfect, is in excellent condition. She shows well, has just been fully serviced in our shop and is ready to go anywhere. Across town, the state or even the country. This bike will get you down the road in comfort. Awesome deal on a nicely equipped Tenere. Call Craig at (541) 419-0531 for eBay Pricing! 2012 Yamaha Super Tenere Specs Model: XTZ12Engine Type: 1199 cc, liquid-cooled, four-valve, inline twinBore and Stroke: 98 x 79.5mmCompression ratio: 11:1Valve Train: DOHC, two-cylinderInduction: Mikuni 46mm throttle body fuel injectionIgnition: TCI / ElectricTransmission: Six-speedFinal Drive: ShaftFuel Capacity: 6.0 gallonsEstimated Fuel Economy: 47 mpgBrakes (Front): Dual 310mm discs (ABS & Unified) Brakes (Rear): 282mm disc (ABS & Unified) Suspension (Front): Telescopic fork, 43mm tube, adjustable preload, compression and rebound damping, 7.48-inch travelSuspension (Rear): Monoshock, adjustable preload and rebound damping, 7.48-inches of travelWheelbase: 60.6 inchesRake: 28.0 degreesTrail: 126 mmSeat Height: 33.26 or 34.25 inchesCurb Weight: 574.2 lbs.Tires (Front): 110/80R19 (tubeless) This motorcycle is available for sale locally so the listing may be ended at any time.We are pleased to offer financing directly with over thirty lenders. We can help with shipping arrangements after the purchase is completed. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs. We prefer using Haulbikes, you are welcome to use the shipping company of your choice. Price does not include License, Title, Registration, and Documentation Fees for Oregon State. Buyer will be responsible for any taxes, title, and license fees in their State of residence. WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR PRE-OWNED MOTORCYCLES, ATV'S, SIDExSIDES, WATERCRAFT, AND SNOWMOBILES!!!!!!!!!! Call Craig at (541) 419-0531 for the eBay price! Pro Caliber Motorsports3500 N HWY 97Bend, OR 97701 Oregon Dealer # 6554THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE

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Other Makes : MAICO GS400 1975 maico gs 400 134 original miles two owners from new

$7,950

Chicago, Illinois

1975 MAICO GS400– ALL ORIGINAL SURVIVOR! 134 ORIGINAL MILES, FRAME # 341016, ENGINE # K407112, TWO OWNERS FROM NEW, TITLE INCLUDED, RUNS AND RIDES 96 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE Maicowerk A.G. was a West German motorcycle manufacturer. Founded in 1926 by Ulrich Maistch as Maistch & Co, the company originally manufactured 98 and 123 cc Ilo two stroke engines. After Worls War II, they began producing their own unit construction two-stroke engines, selling complete motorcycles. Maico made a brief foray into the automobile business with their own line of microcars in the late 1950s. Maico have also made go kart engines. The road motorcycles were named after winds... 'Blizzard', 'Typhoon' etc., but the company was better known for its purpose-built Motocross and Enduro machines, and for its 'Maicoletta' motor scooter, both of which sold in higher numbers than the road motorcycles. Maico Racing Motorcycles: Maico motocross (MC) and enduro (GS) racing models proved very successful in both European and American competition throughout the 1970s. While lacking the financial capital and big money race-team backing like that of the Japanese factories of Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki, Maico riders such as Adolf Weil, Ake Jonsson, and Willy Bauer proved to be a serious challenge to the Japanese factories and produced numerous top three finishes in the Motocross World Championships. The firm also experienced some success in Grand Prix road racing competitions with rider Borje Jansson winning three 125cc Grand Prix races between1972 and 1973. American publication Motocross Action called the 1981 Maico Mega 2 - 490cc the greatest open-class motocross bike of all time. The 1974.5 400cc and 440cc GP, 1978/79 250cc Magnum and 1981 490cc models along with any year 501cc motocross bike are also some of the most sought-after vintage MX and twin-shock motorcycles to this day. One of the visual modernizations of the Maico off-road motorcycles was the move from a "coffin" style tank in 1974 to a "teardrop" style tank in 1978/79 on bikes like the 250 Magnum. The bikes later moved to plastic tanks in 1980 with the Mega 490. One of the largest contributions to the world of motocross suspension technology came in the 1974 season when the Wheelsmith Motorcycles team in the USA and the Gunther Schier teams in Europe forward-mounted the rear shocks on the Maico factory-backed motorcycles, immediately increasing the travel and ability to trump the competition. This initiated a frantic effort on the part of factory teams and privateers alike; chopping up their frames in a desperate attempt to remain competitive. Maicowerk AG filed for bankruptcy in 1983, but continued to produce small numbers of motocross and enduro models (re-badged as M-Stars in the United States due to legal issues) up through 1986. Subsequent manufacturers have purchased the brand name and applied it to their own limited production motorcycles. Modern open-class dirt-bikes are still being produced under the Maico brandname. The ATK Intimidator dirt-bike (reportedly the most powerful production 2 stroke motorcycle available aside from Maico's own motorcycles) features a Maico motor. After the company went out of business in 1986, its assets were taken over by a Dutch company, but to this day retains a strong cult following. Many riders restore vintage Maicos for display or to take back to the track.