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Wanted CT2/3 motor
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I'm searching for a CT2 or 3 motor, really only interested in a good bottom end. I don't need clutch or magneto but do need transmission and probably kickstart gear. Thanks!
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
19 Apr 2026 09:18
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Assembled cases? Or just the "guts"?
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
19 Apr 2026 09:28
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Hi Mark, really looking for something assembled. I'm having a major issue with the darn kickstart and idler gear. I've tried changing right side case half but it's still catching and now I've spent enough money on it so I'm just looking for a complete good bottom end that I can put my clutch, top end and mag on it. This darn bike is turning into a money pit to the inth degree!
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
19 Apr 2026 09:31
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Replied by AirborneSilva on topic Wanted CT2/3 motor
Question for you Mark, I found a complete CT1 motor, will that fit in my frame and can I use the top end of my CT2? Thanks
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
22 Apr 2026 09:25
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Yes. Just make sure it's a CT (magneto crank end with nut and external threads) and not an AT (generator crank end that uses bolt and internal threads))
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
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22 Apr 2026 14:08
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The vin shows it as a CT1 Here's the ad:
CT1 motor
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
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That's a CT1.
1963 YG1-T, 1965 MG1-T, Allstate 250, 1970 CT1b, 1971 R5, 1973 AT3MX, 1974 TS400L, 1975 RD350, 1976 DT175C, 1976 Husqvarna 250CR, 1981 DT175G, 1988 DT50, 1990 "Super" DT50, 1991 RT180, 2017 XT250
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23 Apr 2026 07:36
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Thanks Mark, I went ahead and ordered it. On another note, I bought another CT2 yesterday, they only thing that's missing off it is the air cleaner box and the rear brake spring and connecting rod, other than that it has all lights w/turn signals that all work.
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
23 Apr 2026 12:44
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Replied by tsmitty1958 on topic Wanted CT2/3 motor
After rebuilding 3 CT3's I wouldn't think you need a new motor. Both the items you mentioned, I have fixed with used parts. And 1 of the 3 is a money pit but I think I'll get my money back (not labor).
Don't give up on what you have. Beleive me, I've been where you're at but some things can't be rushed.
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Don't give up on what you have. Beleive me, I've been where you're at but some things can't be rushed.
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23 Apr 2026 15:18
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I'm not confident in splitting cases and then getting them back together but will try it soon. I've had this one in the shop twice, when I get it back it works fine for a very short time then it doesn't... Same issue, we (they) tried different fixes but same result, this motor is cursed. I have a CT1 motor coming that I'm going to put my new CT2 top end on and drive on...
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400B
1973 RT3
1981 DT175H
1980 GT80
1972 CT2
1972 CT2
24 Apr 2026 03:44
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