Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1984 Yamaha RZ350.
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.
US models were specifically marketed as Kenny Roberts replicas with the legendary “speedblock” livery and Kenny’s signature on the front fairing.
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: JYA48H008EA004173. Engine: 48H004173. The seller purchased the bike from Von Baron Motorcycles in Fort Myers, Florida.
The odometer shows 4,191 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us clean and sync the carbs, replace the rear brake pads, wash and rebuild the rear caliper, and flush and fill the rear brake fluid. We also rebuilt the petcock, installed a new battery, and gave the bike new rubber.
Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: GOOD
Transmission Oil Level: GOOD
Transmission Oil Quality: GOOD
2T Oil Level: GOOD
Coolant Level: GOOD
Coolant Quality: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: GOOD, LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: GOOD
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: NEW, LESS THAN 1.5% H2O
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: GOOD
Headlight High Beam: GOOD
Headlight Low Beam: GOOD
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: GOOD
Turn Signals: GOOD
Tail Light: GOOD
Brake Light (Front Switch): GOOD
Brake Light (Rear Switch): GOOD
Plate Light: GOOD
Horn: GOOD
Kill Switch: GOOD
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 90%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 100%, New
Forks: GOOD
Shock/s: GOOD
Tire Date Code Front: 35/23
Tire Date Code Rear: 20/24
Tire % Remaining Front: 100%, NEW
Tire % Remaining Rear: 100%, NEW
Tire Press. Front: 33 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 33 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.72V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 14.12V
Running Condition: RUNS
Test Ride Completed: YES, Unit operates as designed
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
-Forks have mild pitting, mostly above travel
*Toomey exhaust
-Cosmetic Imperfections
–Light scratch RH tail
–Screen fasteners missing
–Small mark RH fairing upper
–Bum pad missing
–Slight peeling LH side fairing lower
-Intermittent RPM reading
Modifications:
Toomey exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT46 tires with date codes of 3523 and 2024.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, this Yamaha is offered on a clean Florida title. Have any RZ350 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
