WTB - 1974 TM250 Frame - Unmolested

[Simo63]

I know it might be a big ask but I'm after a very good 1974 TM250 frame that hasn't been modified in any way particularly around the rear shock mounts.  Also a swingarm to match.

I would prefer one that has all the original mounting bracketry in place and not a old junker frame if that is possible for a bike of this age.

Keen to get one asap if possible.

PM me if you can help.

Thanks

[Freakshow]

I have a 76 TS 250 frame, would thy be the same bar removing some lugs ? anyone now for sure ? the motor in it looks like the 74 style with the side pull clutch so the motor mounts etc are the same for sure.

[Doc]

Freaky, the engine will swap straight over but things like the rear cradle uprights are changed to suit the up pipe of the TS, the rear brake pivot has the brake pedal swing under the frame where the TM is above to clear the down pipe. Footrest mounts on the TS are bolt on and many brackets such as airfilter, oil tank, frame covers, mudguard and seat mounts differ. Yes you could build a TM with a TS frame but it would take considerable work. For the vintage purists the end result would be something only the creator could/would appreciate    

[Rossvickicampbell]

and I am sure would not help Simo's cause?

[Simo63]

I have a 76 TS 250 frame, would thy be the same bar removing some lugs ? anyone now for sure ? the motor in it looks like the 74 style with the side pull clutch so the motor mounts etc are the same for sure.

Hi Freaky.  I have it on good authority that the TS frame is actually lighter than the TM frame as it has thinner tube and if I was building a bike to be at the front of the pack then I might consider a pre 75 TS frame.  However as I am merely looking to reconstruct the TM that I have which, from what I understand, is a 74 bike with a 75 frame, I am looking to keep it both purely TM (aside from the RH parts) and pre strictly 75 so I never have to go through anything like what I did at the Nationals again.

So mate, thanks very much for the kind offer but I will keep working with what I have until a better 74 TM frame comes along .. if that ever happens 

Cheers
Craig

[Freakshow]

i got 74 frames here but they have 74 motors and parts that belong to them, i just dont like braking up bikes. Soz but the Ts offer is there is ya change your mind.  cheers freaky