Additional photos of this Yamaha RZ50 are available here for your perusal.
At Yamaha’s headquarters in Iwata, Japan, they host a collection of impressive machines. One of them is the RZ50, a bike that they say “was created to provide the same 2-stroke machine appeal as the RZ250 and RZ350, but in a 50cc supersports package. The lightweight, highly rigid double cradle frame mounted a liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, single-cylinder engine with the Yamaha Energy Induction System (YEIS) and a 6-speed close-ratio transmission.”
“The chassis had a Monocross suspension, 18-inch cast wheels for the front and rear and a front disc brake, and the RZ50 boasted the best performance in its class at the time.” We just say that it’s very, very cool. The liquid-cooled, 49cc 2-stroke motor produced 7 horsepower and 4.5 lb-ft of torque – not big numbers, but it only had to move 165 pounds of bike.
This example (VIN: 5R2-441291, Engine # 5R2-204619) is the third of several bikes from a collection sourced in South Africa (and currently available at our shop in Santa Monica, California).
We believe (but are not able to confirm) that it is a 1991 model.
The odometer shows 15,090 kilometers (9,376 miles).
It appears to have been repainted in the past (bodywork and frame).
Cosmetic Blemishes:
It is missing the tachometer cable and mirrors.
In preparation for the auction, we had Angel clean the carb, install a new 6 volt battery, flush the front brake, flush the fuel tank, install a new fuel filter, flush the gear oil, fix the oil injection pump, and give the bike a detail.
The sale includes two keys.
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California, this Yamaha is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any RZ50 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
