| Specifications | RD350 (1973-1986) |
| Engine | Air-cooled 2-stroke twin |
| Displacement | 347 cc (21.2 cu in) |
| Bore and stroke | 56 mm (2.20 in) x 50.6 mm (1.99 in) |
| Compression ratio | 6.7:1 |
| Power | 39 hp (29 kW) at 9,000 rpm |
| Torque | 27 lb⋅ft (37 N⋅m) at 7,500 rpm |
| Ignition | CDI |
| Carburetion | Mikuni VM34 |
| Clutch | Wet multi-plate |
| Transmission | 6-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Frame | Double cradle |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic fork, 35 mm (1.4 in) travel |
| Rear: Twin shocks, 80 mm (3.1 in) travel | |
| Brakes | Front: Disc |
| Rear: Disc | |
| Wheels | Front: 18 inches |
| Rear: 18 inches | |
| Tires | Front: 3.50-18 |
| Rear: 4.00-18 | |
| Seat height | 30.7 inches (780 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 56.5 inches (1,435 mm) |
| Rake and trail | 26° / 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dry weight | 317 lb (144 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| Gear ratios | 1st: 2.38 |
| 2nd: 1.88 | |
| 3rd: 1.50 | |
| 4th: 1.25 | |
| 5th: 1.00 | |
| 6th: 0.86 | |
| Yamaha RD350 motorcycle | |
| Yamaha RD350 motorcycle | |
| Performance | |
| Test | Result |
| 0-60 mph | 7.5 seconds |
| Top speed | 110 mph (177 km/h) |
| Fuel economy | 40 mpg (17 kmpl) |
| Oil Details | |
| | Type | SAE 30 | | |
| | Capacity | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) | | |
| Gear Ratios | |
| 1st: 2.38 | |
| 2nd: 1.88 | |
| 3rd: 1.50 | |
| 4th: 1.25 | |
| 5th: 1.00 | |
| 6th: 0.86 |
RD350 (1973-1986)
Yamaha RD350 motorcycle
Yamaha RD350 motorcycle
The RD350 was a middleweight motorcycle that was popular with commuters and sport riders. It was powered by a 350cc liquid-cooled engine that produced 39 horsepower. The RD350 was a well-rounded bike that was comfortable, fast, and handled well.
Pros:
Comfortable, fast, and handles well
Reliable and durable
Good choice for commuters and sport riders
Cons:
Not as powerful as the RD250
Not as nimble as the RD125