LOT 401

1985 Yamaha RD350F 'YPVS' Registration no. B837 BGH Frame no. 31K 053638 Engine no. 31K 053638

Sold for £5,750 inc. premium

Lot 401

1985 Yamaha RD350F 'YPVS'

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1985 Yamaha RD350F 'YPVS'
Registration no. B837 BGH
Frame no. 31K 053638
Engine no. 31K 053638

After only a couple of years in production the original RD350LC was superseded in 1982 by the RD350 LCII, a model better know by the 'YPVS' acronym standing for 'Yamaha Power Valve System'. Developed on the firm's Grand Prix bikes, the electrically operated power valve varied the effective exhaust port height according to engine revs, enabling Yamaha to tune the engine for increased top-end power while maintaining mid-range tractability. Keeping pace with the times, Yamaha slotted this heavily revised engine into a new frame equipped with linkage-operated mono-shock rear suspension, while the old rear drum brake was replaced by a disc. After little more than a year the LCII was dropped, being replaced by the fully faired RD350F and naked RD350N models.

Last run earlier in 2023, this RD350F is presented in rare original condition, described by the private vendor as either very good or excellent in every respect. Importantly, the original key fits all locks, and even the mirrors and indicators are original. The machine comes with supplying dealer Cosmopolitan Motors' bill of sale and service booklet; an original owner's handbook; and a V5C document. An increasingly rare opportunity to acquire an unmolested example of an increasingly collectible Japanese classic. Offered with current MOT.

Footnotes

All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.

Saleroom notices

The registration number should read: B837 EGH The private vendor advises: the machine was restored by a previous keeper to what is believed original specification. Viewing is highly recommended and prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the originality and condition.

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