Will the XSR300 carry the torch of the RD350?
Motorcycle history is littered with legendary machines, but none quite so memorable as the Yamaha RD350, which became a cult among motorcycle lovers in markets as far afield as India. Sport bikes in the past were benchmarked by the RD350’s high performance two stroke engine and exciting ride. But now, with the XSR300 named as a spiritual successor, there’s plenty of anticipation and nostalgia at work. But the XSR300 will be a very different machine, however; with modern emissions standards and safety requirements. A four stroke engine and modern electronics are expected to be a part of it, which will inherently change the riding experience. This creates a challenging situation for Yamaha: How do you pay homage to the spirit of the RD350 and make a thoroughly modern motorcycle? It’s a balancing act for the company to keep the expectations of older riders who remember the RD350 with affection without alienating younger riders who might prefer more contemporary features and styling.
There's no way it'll live up to the RD350. That bike was lightning in a bottle, something special made at a special time, and it can’t be done today with all the modern restrictions. The RD350 will never have that raw, wild character, but the XSR300 might be good.
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Will the XSR300 carry the torch of the RD350?
27 January 2025 10:16
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