Registration No: GJL 195W
Frame No: 4LO 0004186
Engine No: 4LO 0004186
CC: 350CC
MOT: Exempt

• Part of a large private collection of Japanese classics
• Stored in a heated garage for a number of years
• Rare to find a Yamaha 350LC in this condition
• Authentic restoration, will need some recommissioning
• Original much sought after standard exhaust system
• Supplied with a current V5C

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 revolutionised 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.

This 1980 RD350LC has been stored in a heated garage as part of a large private collection and has been subject to an excellent restoration keeping a high degree of originality including the much sought after standard exhaust system. The engine turns over and gears select but it has been stood for a number of years so will need some recommissioning before use.

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