1984 Yamaha RZ350

Description

Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1984 Yamaha RZ350. Additional photos are available here for your perusal.

Only sold in the states from 84-85, the RZ350 was the first bike in the US to come equipped with catalytic converters and the first Yamaha street bike in the US to use a perimeter frame. It was also one of the last street-legal two-strokes available in this country.

Estimated production of these bikes was around 20,000 – accidents and time have worn down that number significantly. You’ll note the YPVS acronym on the engine: that stands for Yamaha Power Valve System, a computer-controlled valve that could adjust exhaust port timing. This enabled increased torque at low RPMs while maintaining horsepower higher up in the rev band.

For more on what made the RZ350 special, check out this profile on Cycle World – they said, “Our July 1984 cover bike rated a “perfect 10” on the fun scale.”

This example is VIN: JYA48H002EA001575; Engine: 48H001575. The seller has owned the bike three years.

The odometer shows 12,796 miles.

Maintenance:
The seller states, “Rebuilt motor. New paint. New tires. Many powder coated parts. Rebuilt calipers and new wave rotors.”

Modifications:
New wave rotors.

New exhaust.

Inside of the tank:

It is riding on Shinko 712 tires with date codes of 0517.

The sale includes two keys.

Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“The tachometer needle is broken therefore does not give you the rpm.”

Currently located in Rock Hill, South Carolina, this Yamaha is offered on a clean South Carolina title. Have any RZ350 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!