Description
Click here for an VINData Motorcycle History Report on this 1985 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: JYA1EL006FA001157.
The odometer shows 6,181 miles.
Maintenance:
In August 2022, the seller had us replace the battery, install new fuel lines, repair the fuse block holder, and drain the excess fork oil.
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us replace the speedometer and tachometer cables and perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Condition: Some minor rust
Tire Years – Front: 45/19; Rear: 42/18
Tire Life – Front: 95%; Rear: 95%
Tire Pressure – Front: 26 PSI; Rear: 32 PSI
Brake Life – Front: 90%; Rear: 70%
Hydraulic Fluid – Front: Ok; Rear: Ok
Transmission Oil – Level: Ok; Quality: Unknown
2T Injector Oil Level: Ok
Coolant – Level: Ok; Quality: Ok
Low Beam: Ok
High Beam: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light: Ok
Plate Light: Ok
Killswitch: Ok
Horn: Ok
Fork: No Leaks
Shock/s: No Leaks
Final Drive: Ok
Battery: OCV: 12.27; Charging: 13.92V
Test Ride: None taken, runs on bench
Notes:
-2T Oil tank cap is loose fitting
-V. Force reed blocks
-Billet cylinder head
-DG pipes
-Pod filters
-Braided brake lines
-Tachometer and speedometer cables replaced, rev counter cable turns on engine speed but RPM doesn’t show on dash.
REPAIRS RECOMMENDED
-Rear brake light needs adjusting
Modifications:
DG pipes.
V. Force reed blocks, aftermarket pod filters.
Braided brake lines.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Bridgestone Battlax BT46 tires with date codes of 4218 and 4519.
The sale includes three keys, the stock pipes, the stock airbox, as well as the stock mirrors and some other uninstalled components.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, this Yamaha is offered on a clean California title. Have any RZ350 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
