
LOT 280 N
1978 Yamaha YZ400E Registration no. not UK registered Frame no. 2K8-002357 Engine no. 2K8-002357
Sold for £1,897.50 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 280N
1978 Yamaha YZ400ERegistration no. not UK registered Frame no. 2K8-002357 Engine no. 2K8-002357
1978 Yamaha YZ400E
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 2K8-002357
Engine no. 2K8-002357
Registration no. not UK registered
Frame no. 2K8-002357
Engine no. 2K8-002357
Yamaha replaced their renowned and successful MX series of machines with the YZ series starting in 1976. The MX series of machines had been competitive, but in the 1970s there was an arms race in motocross between the big four Japanese manufacturers. The YZ series bikes were the next stage, and the largest model in the YZ range was the YZ400. With different forks, engine modifications, better gearboxes, and by 1978 with alloy rear swing-frame and monoshock rear suspension, the baton was being carried on. In 1978 some of the alloy parts were made in magnesium alloy to save extra weight.
Believed to be partly restored, this matching-numbers Yamaha will require re-commissioning prior to further use. Whilst the engine turns over, its mechanical condition is unknown. There are no documents present, and it is sold strictly as viewed.
Believed to be partly restored, this matching-numbers Yamaha will require re-commissioning prior to further use. Whilst the engine turns over, its mechanical condition is unknown. There are no documents present, and it is sold strictly as viewed.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.









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- 28 April 2001, 09:00 - 17:00 BST
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Lot symbols
| N | NOVA declaration |
| If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £350 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice. |
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