Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now?

Vmax1200 · 5th October 2022, 16:03

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Originally Posted by 2StrokeJunkie

What is the best way to upgrade the front brake on the RD350 from the stock drum to a disc brake using affordable and locally available parts with minimal amount of machining as well as a mudguard that suits it? Looking for some options with pictures and price points. Also how can one make out the difference between original and fake UNI filters. Thank you.

In my opinion, it is better to keep the drum brake in the front. Use good imported brake shoes like EBC and it will give better braking efficiency than a custom disk set up. Further, big drum brake in the front matches the classic look of RD.

Regarding the air filter, use the original airbox that comes with RD for its authentic bass.

Please find below the part numbers for EBC brake shoes

Front- Y513
Rear- Y514

Vmax1200 · 20th October 2022, 11:33

I rode almost 1,500 kms with the new rear shocks bought from Yambits. The shocks are slightly softer than the stock one. The ride quality is in another league compared to the stock ones. Can do 200kms nonstop trips easily. The price is also reasonable. It costs 41 pounds which is roughly 3,800 rupees for pair. Now a days, reconditioned escorts shocks (selling as new one) costs 8K.

Vmax1200 · 21st October 2022, 10:25

Low quality cables available in India are the major culprit for breakdowns. Got OE Made in Japan clutch cable for RD. Price is 1,500 rupees. The quality is awesome. Please find below the part number.

360-26335-00

Vmax1200 · 28th February 2023, 17:20

Bought brand new genuine Mikuni VM28 carburetor for my RD. Carburetor is available in Mikunioz.com (authorized distributor of Mikuni carbs in Australia). The price is 8,600 rupees. I bought jets separately (140 and 25).

Vmax1200 · 28th February 2023, 18:54

Must watch video of RD350

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=clgCTdPgsSE

Vmax1200 · 17th March 2023, 10:15

Did a Kodaikanal trip in RD. Total distance was 500 kms. RD performed flawlessly in the ghat section due to its light weight and peppy acceleration. The average I got was 24 kmpl (tested by full tank to tank method). My RD is running on points.

Vmax1200 · 19th March 2023, 10:06

Bought Genuine cylinder head gasket and shock oil seals for RD. Please find below the part numbers.

Shock oil seal – 584-23145-50
Cylinder head gasket - 278-11181-01

driftrookie · 1st April 2023, 00:31

Hello All,

I am in need of some spares in Bangalore. I would need a Yboot for the airbox, the airbox and the airbox lid. Can someone please point me in the right direction?

thanks!

20th October 2022, 11:33	#167
Vmax1200 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Kothamangalam Posts: 162 Thanked: 730 Times	Re: Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now? I rode almost 1,500 kms with the new rear shocks bought from Yambits. The shocks are slightly softer than the stock one. The ride quality is in another league compared to the stock ones. Can do 200kms nonstop trips easily. The price is also reasonable. It costs 41 pounds which is roughly 3,800 rupees for pair. Now a days, reconditioned escorts shocks (selling as new one) costs 8K. Attached Thumbnails
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21st October 2022, 10:25	#168
Vmax1200 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Kothamangalam Posts: 162 Thanked: 730 Times	Re: Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now? Low quality cables available in India are the major culprit for breakdowns. Got OE Made in Japan clutch cable for RD. Price is 1,500 rupees. The quality is awesome. Please find below the part number. 360-26335-00 Attached Thumbnails
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28th February 2023, 17:20	#169
Vmax1200 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Kothamangalam Posts: 162 Thanked: 730 Times	Re: Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now? Bought brand new genuine Mikuni VM28 carburetor for my RD. Carburetor is available in Mikunioz.com (authorized distributor of Mikuni carbs in Australia). The price is 8,600 rupees. I bought jets separately (140 and 25). Attached Thumbnails
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17th March 2023, 10:15	#171
Vmax1200 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Kothamangalam Posts: 162 Thanked: 730 Times	Re: Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now? Did a Kodaikanal trip in RD. Total distance was 500 kms. RD performed flawlessly in the ghat section due to its light weight and peppy acceleration. The average I got was 24 kmpl (tested by full tank to tank method). My RD is running on points. Attached Thumbnails
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19th March 2023, 10:06	#172
Vmax1200 BHPian Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Kothamangalam Posts: 162 Thanked: 730 Times	Re: Is it worth buying a Yamaha RD350 now? Bought Genuine cylinder head gasket and shock oil seals for RD. Please find below the part numbers. Shock oil seal – 584-23145-50 Cylinder head gasket - 278-11181-01 Attached Thumbnails
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1st April 2023, 00:31	#173
driftrookie Newbie Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Bangalore Posts: 2 Thanked: 3 Times	RD 350 spares in Bangalore Hello All, I am in need of some spares in Bangalore. I would need a Yboot for the airbox, the airbox and the airbox lid. Can someone please point me in the right direction? thanks!
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