Registration No: F229 MNE
Frame No: 12G000104
Engine No: 12G000104
CC: 80
MOT: March 2022

• Rare Yamaha 1989 RD80MX in Black showing only 5,700 miles
• Has had a partial restoration over the last couple of years
• Tinwork and decals have been restored to a high standard
• Wheels stripped and powder coated with new tyres and bearings
• Not many of these little RDs have survived in this condition
• An extensive document file and V5C is included

The Yamaha Motor Co was formed in 1955 as the powered vehicle division of the massive Yamaha Corporation more famous for making musical instruments. The first bike produced in 1954 was the YA-1, like the BSA Bantam a copy of the German made DKW RT125 but in typical Japanese fashion this was soon improved upon with the launch of the YA-2 in 1957. This proved to be an immediate success in sporting events starting a long tradition of achievement that goes on to this day in Moto GP. The arrival of the RD range in the seventies cemented Yamahas reputation for high performance two strokes and the launch of the LC 250 and 350 models in 1980 revolutionized medium capacity motorcycling. The famous Pro-Am televised race series made for exciting and sometimes frightening Saturday afternoon viewing and kickstarted the careers of many a famous racer such as Niall Mackenzie and even Formula 1 world champion Damon Hill. The RD family ranged from the 50 right through to the 4 cylinder 500 providing a bike for every age and pocket.

This RD80 was displayed in an MOT station for a number of years and is showing an unverified but credible 5700 miles on the speedo. It has enjoyed a partial restoration including the wheels being powder coated and fitted with new tyres and bearings. The bodywork has been restored to a high standard and the bike is supplied with plenty of paperwork including old MOTs and a current V5C.

For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415871189