The Yamaha RD350 is a special motorcycle in the history of motorcycling, a raw power, thrilling ride. Now, Yamaha is casting the XSR300 as a spiritual successor to this iconic bike. But just how well does a modern 300cc parallel twin match the legend of the two stroke? With retro styling cues and a promise of a classic charm combined with modern performance, the XSR300 is here. But purists insist there is nothing that can replace the 350 RD's high revving two stroke engine. Let’s get into this debate and see if the XSR300 can truly live up to the hype and carry on the RD350 legacy.