1985 Yamaha RD500LC 492cc

A detuned and more approachable version of the YZR500 race bike with a powerful four-cylinder 500cc two-stroke. Completely original and in running order. Great example and very rare to find in this condition. Introduced by Yamaha in 1984 off the back of their successful GP results with Kenny RobertsThe bike was basically a detuned and more approachable version of the YZR500 race bikeFitted with a powerful four-cylinder, 500cc, two-stroke engine with Yamaha's variable exhaust port timing YPVS systemRace suspension and lightweight, track-inspired handling made the bike a fearsome machineThis matching numbers, UK-registered from new example is presented in original and unrestored conditionIn running order with a current MOT until March 2025Presented in very good condition with 18,000 recorded miles and two original keysSame owner since 1986, always garaged, never used in the wet and complete with its original toolkitEngine rebuilt in 2012 using genuine Yamaha partsDocuments include MOTs dating back to 1988, photo of engine rebuild parts, old V5, original owners handbook and original workshop manualGreat example and very rare to find in this conditionPaddock stand included. UK-registered on a current V5CSpecification Make: YAMAHA Model: RD500LC Year: 1985 Registration Number: C69 GGN Engine Number: 1GE 002809Click here for more details and images