1979 Yamaha rd400 | Daytona special | outstanding matching numbers

Description

One of the rarest variants of the Yamaha RD400Substantial engine work completed in the current ownershipImported in 2018 with only two British owners• Started and ran well when inspected The Yamaha Motor Co. was formed in 1955 and commenced motorcycle manufacture with the 125cc YA-1. The arrival of the RD range in the 1970s cemented Yamaha’s reputation for high performance two-strokes and bikes like the RD400 excelled in production racing, embarrassing several larger-capacity bikes. Equipped with a 399cc straight-twin and six-speed transmission, the RD400 produced a claimed 44bhp but was built only from 1976 to 1979, after which American emissions regulations killed off most two-strokes. The Daytona Special was a wonderful way for the RD400 to bow out – with a revised cylinder head, its emissions and fuel economy were much-improved, but more interesting by far was the fact it came with a lower seat, a larger fuel tank, improved suspension, repositioned footpegs for faster cornering, and a delightfully racy colour scheme. First registered in Britain in 2018, this 1979 RD400 was renovated to a high standard by the previous owner and received a comprehensive engine overhaul. There have been some subtle upgrades, notably the expansion pipes, which were commonly fitted in period

starts and runs brilliant
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