Is the Yamaha R5 350 a 2 stroke bike?
The Yamaha R5 350 was in many respects the crown jewel of Yamaha’s continuing 2-stroke program. While it put out the same 36hp as the previous year’s twin, an increase in torque and other refinements meant it easily boasted the best performance of any 2-stroke Yamaha had ever made.
How much power does a Yamaha R5 have?
Where previous Yamaha 2-stroke twins had been very peaky, with a narrow power band ushering in a rush of acceleration at high revs but leaving engine response flat at lower engine speeds, the R5 could deliver usable power from as low as 3,000rpm, with peak torque of 28ft/lb developed at 6,500rpm.
When was the first 350cc motorcycle made?
That wasn’t the case back in the early 1970s, when small-bore bikes still ruled and the so-called 21-inchers (350cc = 21.35ci, hence the 21-inchers moniker) were among the hottest contenders for the motorcyclist’s dollar.
What kind of rust is on a 1972 Yamaha R5 350?
The seat has expected wear for a 40+ year old motorcycle, also has minor surface rust on the spokes, forks, pipes, and other places with chrome. I think it has a really cool patina and haven’t had anything re-chromed. The motorcycle does not have mirrors and has some paint fading on the top of the gas tank.
How long can I keep a 1972 Yamaha R5 350?
I CAN AND WILL HOLD THE BIKE HERE FOR YOU FOR UP TO 30 DAYS BUT AFTER THAT, I WILL CHARGE YOU STORAGE FEES OF $5 PER DAY SO PLEASE ARRANGE YOUR PICK UP ACCORDINGLY.
What kind of ignition system does a Yamaha rd200 use?
Ignition & Charging system, Yamaha RD200 Type 397 and Type 1E8 system has no electric start function, engine has to be started with Kickstarter! Questions and Installation instructions.
What kind of bike is a Yamaha 2 stroke?
This is the first incarnation of the legendary RD series Yamaha 2 strokes, small displacement bikes affectionately known as The Giant Killers for their ability to beat larger displacement 4 stroke motorcycles in straight line performance, as well as dominate them on curvy roads because of their light weight and agile handling.