1992 Other Makes ATK 250

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Price: 10,500.00 USD

1992 ATK 250

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1992 ATK 250 – Full Frame-Off Restoration

“AMERICAN PATRIOT EDITION”

From the Chip Watkins Collection

A Museum Quality Rotax-Powered Two-Stroke

Absolutely Stunning and Ultra-Rare American MX Classic

This is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to own what may be the finest ATK 250 in existence — a pristine, professionally restored example from the renowned Chip Watkins collection. Originally set up for private museum display, this ATK has just been completely gone through, test run, and detailed top to bottom.

Every nut and bolt has been addressed.

It’s now available on consignment and offered at a fraction of the investment it took to build it.

If you’ve been waiting for the right ATK, this is it.

🔧 Restoration Highlights – No Expense Spared

✅ Complete Frame-Off Restoration

Frame and All Cycle parts Painted Or Replated, Or Replaced With New

✅ Engine rebuilt & then refinished, detailed, and tuned

✅ All fluids, gear oil, and fuel freshly added

✅ New gold chain and sprockets

✅ Pristine frame rails – never ridden off-road post-resto,

Any marks on frame rail paint are from sitting on the stand only!

✅ New air filter, fuel lines, and carb rebuilt

✅ Brand new exhaust coating + repacked silencer

✅ Braided stainless front brake line

✅ $1,000 Wheel Set

Blue Takasago Excel rims & Spoke Sets (brand new)
Hubs rebuilt and polished
Brand new knobby tires
New wheel bearings and all hardware

✅ Suspension

Rebuilt front & rear by Clean Racing
Tuned for a 160 lb rider
New fork protectors
All-new fluids and seals

✅ Controls & Finishing Touches

Blue Renthal handlebars with red/white/blue ProTaper pad
New Magura levers
Rebuilt hydraulic clutch system (fresh fluid)
New ODI-style grips
New front number plate & Red/White/Blue ATK graphics
New red breather hose
New side panel graphics, rear fender, and seat cover (Guts Racing)

✅ Unique ATK Factory Tech

Countershaft-mounted rear brake system: eliminates rear wheel chatter, reduces chain slap, and improves suspension feel
Factory-designed swingarm-mounted rear braking system – exclusive to ATK
Airbox refinished and repainted
Every visible bolt, fitting, and fastener either painted, polished, or replaced

📜 Provenance & Documentation

From the Chip Watkins collection
1.5″ stack of receipts, paperwork, and the original purchase receipt included
way too much to list it all, PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO
Originally purchased for $4,000 before restoration
Estimated 60–80 hours of professional labor invested
Total cost to replicate this build exceeds $9,000 in labor not including parts
OVER $15,000 IN PARTS , LABOR, AND THE BIKE INITIAL COST INVESTED!

💬 Why This Bike Matters

ATK motorcycles are American-made performance legends, known for their innovation, low production volume, and use of powerful Rotax engines. You simply won’t find another like this — it’s the cleanest, most complete ATK we’ve ever listed.

Built to show, run, or collect — and guaranteed to be a conversation piece in any collection or paddock.

📦 Sale Details

🔧 Zero off-road hours since restoration
🛠️ Just serviced at Kaplan Cycles
🎥 Featured in our YouTube video: Watch Here
📍 Located in Vernon, CT
📄 Sold on consignment with full documentation
🚚 Worldwide shipping available
💬 Message us for more photos, video walkaround, or to arrange pickup

Kaplan Cycles – Home of the New England Motorcycle Museum

“Restoring Legends. One Masterpiece at a Time.”

God Bless America..

PLEASE WATCH THE VIDEO FOR COMPLETE DETAILS

WITH ANY QUESTIONS

PLEASE CALL US AT 860-454-7024 M-F 9-5

No title is available. Sold on bill of sale.

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AUCTION TERMS:

All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.

Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.

A non-refundable deposit is due immediately on purchase. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

Cash (In-Person), Card (+3% fee), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.

Full payment must be made within 7 days of auction close.

Your motorcycle must be picked up within 30 days of auction close.

Exceptions are made only for international buyers OR buyers who have ALREADY made transport arrangements with a third party.

If a motorcycle is purchased and left here for longer than 30 days without written permission from Kaplan Cycles it will be resold. In the case of a re-sale, the owner will be entitled to a refund less storage fees ($25/ day beginning 30 days from auction close) ONLY if the motorcycle was paid in full on-time within the auction terms.

We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.

You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.

If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.

It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.

Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)

We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday – Friday

For our fastest service please call Ken Kaplan Jr directly at 860-471-0192

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We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.

Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV.

We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.

In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.

In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a discount to accommodate expenses involved.

Documents are mailed via USPS priority mail with a tracking number. Please allow up to 14 days after payment in full for your documents to be processed and mailed.

Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

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Warranty:

All Motorycles sold “as is, where is” and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.

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We have the best shipping contacts in the nation who will provide the FASTEST transport times, have a perfect track record, and are always insured and ENCLOSED! All motorcycles are shipped WHOLE (roll-on, roll-off). We do not offer a pallet or crate service.

International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.

We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.

PICKUP:

We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.

We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.