Yamaha RD 350 RR - [1984] Review and Comparison including Similar Bikes, Alternative Bikes, Performance Specs and Technical Information.
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Performance Review: Yamaha RD 350 RR - [1984]

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Yamaha RD 350 RR - [1984]

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Figures & Specs Summary:

  • Edition: Yamaha RD 350 RR
  • Year: 1984 | Type: Sport
  • Engine: 347 cc (21.1 ci) 10 Valve
  • Engine Type: Transverse | Cylinders: 2
  • Engine Stroke: Four | Valve Config: Reed Valve
  • Fuel Delivery: Carburettor
  • Cooling: Liquid | Fuel Type: Petrol
  • Transmission: 6 speed | Manual
  • Drive: Chain
  • Wet Weight: 155 kgs (341 lbs)
  • Dry Weight: 141 kgs (310 lbs)
  • Power: 59 bhp (43 kW) @ 9000 rpm
  • Torque: 29.6 lb-ft (40.2 Nm) @ 8000 rpm
  • BHP Per Ton: 380.6 bhp
  • Torque Per Ton: 191.2 lb-ft
  • 0-60 mph (96.6 kph): 9.7 secs
  • 0-100 kph (0-62 mph): 9.9 secs
  • Top Speed: 120 mph (193.1 kph)
  • 1/4 Mile (Est.): 13.54 secs @ 104 mph
  • Frame: Steel
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Yamaha RD 350 Performance Review.

Introduction:

This edition of the Yamaha RD 350 RR is the 6 speed | Manual version and was first brought out in 1984. This was at around the same time as the introduction of the 1984 Suzuki GV 700 GL Madura and the 1984 Honda CB 750 SC Nighthawk S.This particular Yamaha RD 350 has a 347cc Liquid cooled, Four stroke, Transverse Petrol powerplant with 2 cylinders and Carburettor.

Norton Superlight SS - [2020] image

An alternative Transverse engine, Sport style motorbike includes the Norton Superlight SS - [2020]

The 1984 RD 350 shares its Transverse engine and Sport style configuration with the likes of the 2020 Norton Superlight SS and the 2019 Norton Superlight Twin. Alternatively, if you're looking for other bikes which share the RD 350's Sport style with a similar size of engine then how about the 1995 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin | 1995cc.1994 Suzuki RGV 250 V-Twin | 1994cc.

Power and Torque:

Weighing in at 155 kgs (341 lbs) this makes the Yamaha RD 350 RR in the same weight category as the 2025 Suzuki SV 650 ABS or the 2024 Honda NX 500 EFI, give or take 50kg.

Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025] image

The 1984 Yamaha RD 350 shares the same bhp with the Honda X-ADV 745 - [2025]

In terms of power the 347cc 10 valve Transverse 2 cylinder engine produces 59 bhp (43 kW) @ 9000 rpm similar to the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [57.8 bhp (43 kW) @ 6750 rpm] or the 2025 Yamaha WR 250 F [36.1 bhp (26 kW) @ 12000 rpm].

The Reed Valve Four stroke unit throws out torque of 29.6 lb-ft (40.2 Nm) @ 8000 rpm placing it alongside motorbikes of similar performance figures such as the 2025 Honda X-ADV 745 [50.9 lb-ft (69.0 Nm) @ 4750 rpm] and the 2025 Honda MSX 125 Grom [7.6 lb-ft (10.4 Nm) @ 5500 rpm].

Power to Weight:

If one combines the weight with power or torque performance for the Yamaha RD 350 you can get a better idea of it's real world performance.

Suzuki GSX 8 R - [2024] image

The 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 R has similar Bhp Per Ton stats as the 1984 Yamaha RD 350 RR.

The 1984 Yamaha RD 350 RR has a Power to weight ratio of 380.6 bhp per ton and 191.2 lb-ft per ton. Bhp Per Ton figures of the 1984 RD 350 competing with the 2024 Suzuki GSX 8 R [405.3 bhp\ton] and the 2000 Suzuki GSX 750 F Katana [405.2 bhp\ton].


Power to Weight(cont.):

If you agree with the late great Carroll Shelby, then arguably an even better indicator of potential performance is Torque. Factor weight into the equation and you end up with - Torque per ton, with the Yamaha RD 350 generating around 191.2 lb-ft per ton. If you're curious as to what other motorbikes have as much torque to weight then look no further than the 2021 Honda NSS 750 Forza [216.1 lb-ft per ton] and the 2023 Honda NSS 750 Forza [216.1 lb-ft per ton].

Acceleration:

With a 0-60mph time of 9.7 secs or a 0-100km/h (0-62mph) of 9.9 secs, this makes the Yamaha RD 350 RR similar in acceleration to the 2023 Yamaha Tracer 7 Twin GT (9.7 secs) and the 2023 Yamaha Tracer 7 Twin (9.7 secs). This Yamaha RD 350 RR also competes in terms of 0-60 mph and 0-100km/h with the 2018 Honda CB 250 R Neo Sports Cafe (0.0 secs) and the 2020 Norton Superlight SS (0.4 secs).

Yamaha FZ 600 DOHC - [1986] image

Quarter Mile time is a close race between the 1984 Yamaha RD 350 RR and the 1986 Yamaha FZ 600 DOHC

When talking about the performance of the 1984 Yamaha RD 350 RR on the drag strip it can reach a quarter mile in an estimated 12.4 secs @ 104 mph. Bikes with a similar performance down the quarter mile can be found in the 1986 Yamaha FZ 600 DOHC (12.4 secs) and the 1986 Kawasaki ZX 750 R (12.4 secs).

Top Speed:

The 1984 version of the Yamaha RD 350 RR has a maximum speed of 120mph.

Suzuki GSX 650 F DOHC - [2013] image

Top Speed of the 1984 RD 350 equals the 2013 Suzuki GSX 650 F DOHC

If maxing out your bike on the AutoBahn is your thing and you're wondering what's faster at the top end than the 1984 Yamaha RD 350 RR then how about a 2013 Suzuki GSX 650 F DOHC (131 mph) and the 2012 Suzuki GSX 650 F DOHC (131 mph).

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