| Yamaha RD350LC (1983-1986) with oil details and gear ratios: | |
| Feature | Value |
| Engine | Air-cooled 2-stroke twin |
| Displacement | 348 cc (21.2 cu in) |
| Bore and stroke | 56 mm (2.20 in) x 50.6 mm (1.99 in) |
| Compression ratio | 8.5:1 |
| Power | 41 hp (31 kW) at 9,500 rpm |
| Torque | 30 lb⋅ft (41 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, 41 mm (1.6 in) travel |
| Rear: Twin shocks, 90 mm (3.5 in) travel | |
| Brakes | Front: Disc |
| Rear: Disc | |
| Wheels | Front: 18 inches |
| Rear: 18 inches | |
| Tires | Front: 100/90-18 |
| Rear: 120/90-18 | |
| Seat height | 31.1 inches (790 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 56.5 inches (1,435 mm) |
| Rake and trail | 26° / 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dry weight | 324 lb (147 kg) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.7 US gal (14.0 L) |
| Oil capacity | 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
| Gear Ratios | 1st: 2.30 |
| 2nd: 1.75 | | |
| 3rd: 1.35 | | |
| 4th: 1.15 | | |
| 5th: 1.00 | | |
| 6th: 0.85 | | |
| Test | Result |
| 0-60 mph | 7.0 seconds |
| Top speed | 115 mph (185 km/h) |
| Fuel economy | 40 mpg (17 kmpl) |
| Oil Details | |
| Type: SAE 30 | |
| Capacity: 4.2 US qt (4.0 L) |
RD350LC (1983-1986)
Yamaha RD350LC motorcycle
Yamaha RD350LC motorcycle
The RD350LC was a limited-production motorcycle that was designed to be a more competitive version of the RD350. It had a number of performance upgrades, including a more powerful engine, better brakes, and a stiffer suspension. The RD350LC was a fast and agile bike, but it was also expensive and difficult to find.
Pros:
Faster and more agile than the RD350
Improved brakes and suspension
Limited-production model
Cons:
Expensive and difficult to find
Not as well-rounded as the RD350