When Yamaha debuted the RZ500 (known in some other markets as the RD500) in 1984, it was arguably the first production race replica. Built to emulate Kenny Roberts’ YZR500 factory racer, the RZ500 was the closest thing two-stroke enthusiasts had to a GP competitor for the road…as long as you didn’t live in the United States of America. Emissions rules put in place by the EPA prevented Yamaha from selling the RZ500 in the US, so the select few we get to enjoy had to be imported (typically from Canada).
Manufactured in May 1984, this example is VIN: JYA52X002FA000492. The seller is the original owner, he bought it from Hurst Yamaha in Toronto. He is letting it go as he can no longer ride.
The odometer shows 42,324Â kilometers (26,299 miles).
“The carbs were completely adjusted and reset recently, both the front and rear sprockets and chain were replaced just over a year ago. The bike has received all periodic maintenance and it recently had the chain, air filter, spark plugs, brake fluid, antifreeze, and oil replaced.”
Modifications:
Per the seller, this RZ is stock.
Cosmetic Blemishes:
“The right rear decal is covering a paint chip, when I tried to remove the decal I noticed some of the paint was coming off with it so I left the decal on.”
“The plastic around the left front signal was cracked in 1990 due to someone bumping (walking) into the signal and I had the plastic upper fairing professionally plastiwelded at that spot, but did not have the little area repainted, merely applied a CanAm decal.”
The sale includes one key, the original tool kit, and the owner’s manual.
Currently located in Uxbridge, Ontario, Canada this Yamaha is offered on a clean Canadian title. Have any RZ500  stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Continental US: Haul Bikes will ship anything sold through Iconic for a starting rate of $750 in the Continental US (prices may increase in rural markets), and Iconic will handle the paperwork on your behalf. You do not need to crate your bike or drain the gas/disconnect the battery if you go with Haul Bikes. We are glad to work with the shipper of your choice as well, but you will have to arrange it.
Please note:
spares/extras will have to be shipped separately via FedEx or similar.
the fee includes $15,000 of insurance with a $500 deductible. Additional insurance can be purchased at a cost of $50 per additional $5,000 of value.
$5,000 for US to Europe/Asia is a VERY ROUGH ballpark which includes transport as well as customs fees and duties. Please contact Shippio for an exact quote.
