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2-Wheeler Type | Naked |
Engine cc (Displacement) | 347 cc |
Maximum Power | 30.5 BHP @ 6750 rpm (India), 39 BHP @ 7500 rpm (Japan) |
Maximum Torque | 32.3 NM @ 6500 rpm (India), 37.2 NM @ 7000 rpm (Japan) |
Number of Cylinders | 2 |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Seat Height | 800 mm |
Ground Clearance | 155 mm |
Kerb Weight | 155 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres |
Pros
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Good Looks
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Advanced Technology
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Solid Build Quality
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Powerful Engine
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Good Value for Money
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Comfortable for Long Rides
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Cons
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Discontinued
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Price
Yamaha RD350 Price is Rs 30,000 in India available in Silver, Red, and Black colors.
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Colour Options and Price in India | |
Bike Variant | Yamaha RD350 |
Availability Status in India | Discontinued |
2-Wheeler Type | Naked |
Latest Price in India | Yamaha RD350 price was Rs 30,000 before being discontinued in India. |
Fuel Type | Petrol |
Colour Options | Silver, Red, Black |
India Launch Update | RD350 is a discontinued model and as of now, Yamaha has no plans to launch any new model of the 350cc twin-cylinder motorcycle in the Indian markets. |
MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW | |
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Vehicle Overview | Yamaha RD350 was the most powerful motorcycle of its time, presenting itself as the exact opposite of Royal Enfield Bullet 350. It was known for mad speeds and lightening fast acceleration from its 2-stroke 347cc, twin cylinder engine. It produces 30.5 BHP in the Indian version while the Japan version was good for 39 BHP. Weighing just 155 kg, it was surely the KTM 390 Duke of its time, rivaling none other than RE Bullet 350. The Indian version even came with just 180mm front drum brake, making it the most dangerous package of all time. |
ENGINE AND GEARBOX | |
Engine Details | 2-stroke, Twin Cylinder (Parallel), Air-cooled, Torque Induction with Twin Carburettor |
Engine cc (Displacement) | 347 cc |
Maximum Power | 30.5 BHP @ 6750 rpm (India), 39 BHP @ 7500 rpm (Japan) |
Maximum Torque | 32.3 NM @ 6500 rpm (India), 37.2 NM @ 7000 rpm (Japan) |
Number of Cylinders | 2 |
Ignition | Battery, dual coils, breaker points |
Lubrication | Autolube |
Compression Ratio | 6.2 : 1 |
Bore | 64 mm |
Stroke | 54 mm |
Air Filter Type | Disposable dry paper |
Induction System | 2, Mikuni VM28 SC |
Primary drive | Helical cut gears |
Number of Gears | 6 |
Clutch | Wet, multi-plate |
Gear Ratios | 1st - 19.86:1, 2nd - 12.74:1, 3rd - 9.45:1, 4th - 7.46:1, 5th - 6.37:1, 6th - 6.63:1 |
Final Drive | Chain |
MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED | |
Mileage | Yamaha RD350 mileage is 20-30 kmpl (approximate). |
Performance | In terms of performance, the 350cc 2-cylinder motorcycle can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in around 7 seconds. |
Top Speed | Yamaha RD350 top speed is 150-170 kmph (approximate). |
BRAKES AND TYRES | |
Front Brake | 180mm Drum (India), Single 267mm disc 2 piston caliper (Japan) |
Rear Brake | 180mm Drum (India), 180mm Drum (Japan) |
Front Tyre | 3.00 x18" - 4PR |
Rear Tyre | 3.50 x18" - 4PR |
Front Wheel | 18-inch |
Rear Wheel | 18-inch |
Wheel Type | Spoke Wired Wheels |
Tubeless Tyres | |
Alloy Wheels |
PERFORMANCE FIGURES | |
0-100 kmph | 7.0 secs |
0-150 kmph | 16.0 secs |
KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS | |
Key Features | Twin Carburetor, Torque Induction, Disc Brake, High Top Speed, 0-100 kmph in 7 Seconds, Six Speed Gearbox |
Similar Bikes | Bajaj Dominar 400, Royal Enfield Classic 350, Jawa Classic 300, Mahindra Mojo 300, Honda Highness CB350, Royal Enfield Bullet 350 |
SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS | |
Front Suspension | Telescopic fork oil-damped |
Rear Suspension | Swing arm Coil spring with air damped |
Frame (Chassis) | Tubular, double cradle |
Exhaust/Muffler | Twin Chrome Exhausts |
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT | |
Overall Length | 2040 mm |
Overall Width | 835 mm |
Overall Height | 1110 mm |
Ground Clearance | 155 mm |
Seat Height | 800 mm |
Wheelbase | 1320 mm |
Dry Weight | 143 kg |
Kerb Weight | 155 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 16 litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 2 litres |
Turning Circle | 2300 mm |
Handlebar Width | 990 mm |
INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES | |
Speedometer | Analog |
Tachometer | Analog |
Odometer | Analog |
BATTERY AND LIGHTING | |
Capacity | 5.5AH |
Voltage | 12V |
COMFORT FEATURES | |
Electric Start | |
Step-up Seat/Split Seat | |
Pillion Footrest | |
Miscellaneous Information | |
Climbing Ability | 28 degree |
Rake | 27.5 degree |
Trail | 104 mm |
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Yamaha RD350 Review
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Overview
Yamaha RD350 is one of the bikes which you can call a classic in a genuine sense. Coming to India in 1983, it set its name in the minds of all performance-oriented people of that era and even today. RD350, nicknamed the ‘Racing Death’, built its cult following not only in India but in the entire world. People have different meanings for the prefix RD, some believe it to be ‘Rajdoot’, a few say it is ‘Race Derived’ and a handful will tell you its ‘Road Developed’, whatever meaning the prefix holds for different people but there is one thing everyone can agree on and that is the Yamaha RD 350 was the first bike take the title of performance racer and it was way ahead of its time.
Yamaha RD 350 Design and Style
Yamaha RD was already available in Japan before it came to India with the collaboration between Yamaha and Escorts Group. Yamaha RD350 had a retro-modern design and high-speed style, people today are customising the bike to their likes and needs. It had chrome round headlamps, a single flat seat unit, chrome-finished twin exhaust, spoke wheels and well-edged side panels with a chrome finish which was eye candy for its lovers and the value for this bike is just going up every day even after its discontinuation.
Yamaha RD350 Engine and Gearbox
RD 350 had two variants, High Torque and Low Torque, as it was detuned for the Indian market and some other changes were also made like the braking system was changed as well. Yamaha RD350 was offered with a 347cc 2-stroke, twin parallel cylinder, air-cooled, torque induction with twin carburettor which produced a maximum power of 39 HP @ 7500 rpm for the Japanese version and 30.5 HP @ 6750 rpm for the Indian version. The peak torque produced was 37.2 Nm @ 7000 rpm for the Japanese version and 32.3 Nm @ 6500 rpm for the Indian version. The RD350 was offered with a 6-speed Helical cut (primary drive) manual transmission with a wet multi-plate clutch system.
Yamaha RD350 Suspension, Brakes and Tyres
Yamaha RD 350 was suspended on a tubular double cradle chassis with the oil-damped front telescopic forks and air-damped swing-arm coil spring for the rear suspension. The brakes were also altered for the Indian release as the Japanese version had a 267mm 2-piston calliper disc in the front and 180mm drum brakes in the rear, whereas the Indian version had a 180mm drum for both ends. The RD350 had 18-inch spoke-wire wheels with a front tyre section of 3.00*18” - 4PR and a 3.50*18” - 4PR rear tyre section.
Instrument Console of Yamaha RD 350
The Instrument cluster of the Yamaha RD 350 was an analogue system that displayed a tachometer in the right pod and the left pod hosted the speedometer, trip meter and odometer. The tachometer had a neutral indicator and a range of 10,000 rpm with a limit of 8500 rpm. The central section contained the ignition, turn indicators, stop lamp and high beam.
Key Features of Yamaha RD 350
Key features included Twin Carburetor, Torque Induction, Disc Brakes for the Japanese version, High Performance, 6-speed Gearbox and a pillion footrest.
Top Speed and Mileage of Yamaha RD350
Nicknamed the Racing Death for a reason, the RD350 could top the claimed top speed of 120 kmph by the company easily and the recorded top speed in the real world for this naked giant was approximately around 160 kmph. As for the mileage, this bike was definitely the fuel guzzler and you could say that was one of the very reasons the bike failed in the Indian market. The average mileage of the bike was approximately around 20 kmpl, but there had been reports suggesting that it was even lower sometimes. The RD350 was a speed demon that could reach 0-100 kmph in mere 7 seconds and in just 16-17 seconds it would clock the maximum speed it had reached 150-160 kmph in race-derived scenarios.
Yamaha RD350 Colour Options
The Yamaha RD350 was sold in two variants HT and LT and it was available in 3 different shades which were Silver, Red and Black.
Yamaha RD350 Price
At the time of its release, the Yamaha RD350 was offered at INR 18,000 which was a lot at that time and because of the lack of impactful fuel economy and rider skills, it was not a very successful bike according to the sales. But before the discontinuation of the bike, the price was recorded to be around INR 30,000. The Yamaha RD350, although discontinued, can still be bought on alternative markets and some mods are selling it with some new tweaks the price could easily reach around INR 2 lakh in these markets.
Yamaha RD350 Competitors
During its launch in India, RD350 had to go against Yezdi Roadking, Jawa 350 and Royal Enfield Bullet. Even though it was a revolutionary bike in the performance section throughout the world but in the Indian market, it was unsuccessful.
Final Words
Yamaha RD350 is an iconic name in the Indian 2-wheeler motorsports and drag strips, clocking up to 65 bhp under a well-experienced hand. Custom made racers were such a common sight on tracks, be that drag or circuit. And there was a rule set up for the RD350, the bike could not compete with bigger 4-stroke bikes and the sole reason for this rule was to avoid the embarrassment of losing to a 30+-year-old machine. It definitely is the bike to be revered as the game-changer for future generations of bikes, but it had its own cons, including the low fuel economy and high maintenance and part cost. The legacy and the tale still live among the masses and RD350 lovers can still be seen across the country looking for this Giant-Killer.
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Best Companion of my Life
Yamaha RD350 is treated as the Bullet motorcycle in its time. Even I selected second hand Yamaha instead of Bullet when my other friends bought "Royal Enfield Bullet". Though it is small in length, but I never felt shame while gedi route. The engine sound is different, even many heads raises up to see my machine. Now, I am using four-wheeler for my daily commute but Yamaha RD350 is still my companion for the fun ride. From the seating position to the handle bar position, it is awesome in every way. I never felt stress on my arms or back while long trips. It covers a 100kmph mark in 10 seconds. (What else we can expect from 80's bike) For braking, it has drum brakes for both ends. Overall, its a wonderful motorcycle which make every ride so smooth with its ease of handling.
Best Features: Performance and Looks
Pros: Comfort, Price, Ride Quality
Cons: Nothing
Best Indian Super Bike
Love you my YAMAHA RD 350..............
Best Features: Indian super power bike..
Pros: From top to bottom a very unique bike
Cons: Poor trained mechanic and hard to find spare parts.
Yamaha RD350 Comments
When it comes to the Yamaha RD350, it is worth considering whether it is worth buying now. The bike has been around since the 70s and has a long history of being a reliable and enjoyable ride. It is still a popular choice for vintage bike collectors, and some people might be looking to acquire one for this purpose.
However, the Yamaha RD350 is an old bike, and there are some things to consider before jumping in and buying one. The engines on these models are quite basic and may not be as powerful or reliable as modern day engines. Parts can also be difficult to come by, as the bike is no longer in production.
That said, the Yamaha RD350 is still an enjoyable ride and can be an excellent choice for collectors. It is also a good choice for those looking for a vintage bike for its nostalgic value. If you are looking for a reliable and powerful bike, however, you may want to consider a more modern option.
Is it still available
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Tarun
I want to buy this bike if some one want to sale it please contact me on 877039035
tarun
i think may be 3 lacks.
Are you sure it is 30K priced
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