I came across this site while I was looking at a GZ250. The information I found here convinced me to go ahead with my purchase of a 2001 GZ250 with 3,000 miles on the odometer. I am especially thankful for the luggage rack post by Hugemoth. My luggage rack is not perfect but it certainly gets the job done. I have been asked where I purchased it. The first modification I made was to install a 16 tooth sprocket. Mine was ordered from the Bike Bandit web site and arrived within a few days. Install time was probably 30 minutes with the help of my new jack stands made with the help of Badbob's post.
I continue to read every post looking for tips and advice. My first oil change is quickly approaching.
The GZ250 is bike 12 for me and I am enjoying it as well or better than most of the first 11.