Used Yamaha RD350 for sale in Poole

Here we have for sale an absolutely incredible 1971 Yamaha RD350 "Montjuich Class 350 TR3RD"!

This stunning motorcycle has just 49 miles on the clock since its professional rebuild and is in beautiful condition throughout.

The start of a long lineage of legends like the RD350, Yamaha’s R5 punched far above its weight class – it was one of the best bangs for your buck in the 1970s.

In the 60s and early 70s, Californian petrolheads were at the forefront of both dirt and tarmac racing. While Triumph twins dominated the scene, Yamaha's two-stroke racers, like the 1971 Yamaha 350 TR3RD, were quickly making a name for themselves in the endurance racing circuit.

Unlike the British twins, these lightweight, high-revving machines were known for their nimbleness and incredible power-to-weight ratio. Among these was the legendary Montjuich Class Endurance Racer prototype - a machine designed for long-distance tarmac battles.

Rumour has it that to challenge the British stronghold and emerging Jap presence, Yamaha's West Coast distributors proposed a limited run of such highly specialized endurance racers tailored for the American market.

These were to be a blend of track-ready performance and street-legal practicality. The project, dubbed the "Red Rocket" series, was intended to be a game-changer in the Californian racing scene. However, the project never saw the light of day... until now!

Fast forward to today, the iconic memory of this "what could have been" 1971 Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class Endurance Racer has been resurrected. After extensive research and scouring the archives of Yamaha's U.S. racing teams, JETS' associate tech guru Tony Taysom took on the task of building this forgotten masterpiece from the ground up. Working under the meticulous guidance of JETS' "Godfather," Jeff Duval, this one-off build was brought to life with an uncompromising attention to detail.

The frame, originally designed for lightweight endurance racing, was fully race modified then restored to its former glory. However, to give it that unique allure, a touch of modern craftsmanship was added—black paint with subtle red metallic flakes, giving the bike a distinctive sheen under sunlight. The period-correct Yamaha badges were sourced and carefully restored, ensuring authenticity.

On the mechanical side, the heart of the beast, the 348 cc air-cooled, two-stroke twin engine, was completely overhauled by earlier lauded Tony Taysom who not only rebuilt the engine to factory specifications but also incorporated a few modern upgrades to enhance reliability and performance, ensuring the bike runs as well as it looks.

The seriously critical job of painting this unique restoration project matching yesteryear OEM colours was entrusted to Steve, Mandy and Sammy of Image Custom Design, Camberley, who were able to commendably replicate and improve the original attire. To match the high standards of the build, all the bodywork parts were painted in Yamaha's period-correct red but with a candy metallic finish that gives it a deep, rich look. The white was done in a pearl finish, adding a subtle yet striking contrast. Notwithstanding the Gold Leaf separation pin stripes.

The final assembly and tuning were completed by Tony Taysom too, who made sure every part of the bike was optimized for endurance racing, blending historical accuracy with modern reliability. Finally, after a meticulous final inspection by JET's Chief Tech, Sean Reynolds, this unique Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class is now ready to hit the tarmac, embodying what Yamaha's West Coast team envisioned over five decades ago. This is more than just a restoration; it's a tribute to a bygone era of racing, brought back to life with passion and precision.

Here are the full specs:

DESIGN AND BUILD
Jeff Duval / Tony Taysom

ENGINE
Fast Road Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class engine with 348 cc barrels & pistons using dynamically balanced crank, pistons and rods.
Gas flowed head crowned by a pair of Amal Concentric MkII carbs pretuned to Endurance specs optimising useability instead of all-out uncontrollable power.

TRANSMISSION
5 Speed OEM transmission also rebuilt from scratch at the same time as the motor by Tony Taysom.

CHASSIS
OEM with numerous invisible improvements for unique allure and upgraded specs.

SUSPENSION & STEERING
Classical Yamaha Lead Axle front fork assembly and rear shocks byy CR Suspension Kft of Budapest, Hungary.

WHEELS
18" & 21" ally wire rims with S/S spokes

BRAKES
Beringer Front & Rear Racing brake assembly

INSTRUMENTATION
Speedhut Competition speedo/TACHO for the avowed goal of not cluttering the project

ERGONOMICS
An iconic competition machine recrafted to be road legal and comfortably useable by seasoned riders

- Part-exchanges welcome.
- Finance available.
- Nationwide delivery available with our highly-rated, professional and fully-insured motorcycle couriers.

About us:
Moore Speed Racing is a family-run business, established in 2003.
We have built our reputation on service and pride ourselves on going above and beyond to help our customers.
Come on down to our showroom in Poole and check out our large range of motorcycles, parts, accessories, and clothing.
We are happy to assist with all areas of your bike, from the smallest nut and bolt to a full custom build.

White, 347 cc, 1971 J Reg, 49 miles, £19,950.00.

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RD350

Bike location: Poole
£19,950
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Used Yamaha RD350 for sale in Poole

Here we have for sale an absolutely incredible 1971 Yamaha RD350 "Montjuich Class 350 TR3RD"!

This stunning motorcycle has just 49 miles on the clock since its professional rebuild and is in beautiful condition throughout.

The start of a long lineage of legends like the RD350, Yamaha’s R5 punched far above its weight class – it was one of the best bangs for your buck in the 1970s.

In the 60s and early 70s, Californian petrolheads were at the forefront of both dirt and tarmac racing. While Triumph twins dominated the scene, Yamaha's two-stroke racers, like the 1971 Yamaha 350 TR3RD, were quickly making a name for themselves in the endurance racing circuit.

Unlike the British twins, these lightweight, high-revving machines were known for their nimbleness and incredible power-to-weight ratio. Among these was the legendary Montjuich Class Endurance Racer prototype - a machine designed for long-distance tarmac battles.

Rumour has it that to challenge the British stronghold and emerging Jap presence, Yamaha's West Coast distributors proposed a limited run of such highly specialized endurance racers tailored for the American market.

These were to be a blend of track-ready performance and street-legal practicality. The project, dubbed the "Red Rocket" series, was intended to be a game-changer in the Californian racing scene. However, the project never saw the light of day... until now!

Fast forward to today, the iconic memory of this "what could have been" 1971 Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class Endurance Racer has been resurrected. After extensive research and scouring the archives of Yamaha's U.S. racing teams, JETS' associate tech guru Tony Taysom took on the task of building this forgotten masterpiece from the ground up. Working under the meticulous guidance of JETS' "Godfather," Jeff Duval, this one-off build was brought to life with an uncompromising attention to detail.

The frame, originally designed for lightweight endurance racing, was fully race modified then restored to its former glory. However, to give it that unique allure, a touch of modern craftsmanship was added—black paint with subtle red metallic flakes, giving the bike a distinctive sheen under sunlight. The period-correct Yamaha badges were sourced and carefully restored, ensuring authenticity.

On the mechanical side, the heart of the beast, the 348 cc air-cooled, two-stroke twin engine, was completely overhauled by earlier lauded Tony Taysom who not only rebuilt the engine to factory specifications but also incorporated a few modern upgrades to enhance reliability and performance, ensuring the bike runs as well as it looks.

The seriously critical job of painting this unique restoration project matching yesteryear OEM colours was entrusted to Steve, Mandy and Sammy of Image Custom Design, Camberley, who were able to commendably replicate and improve the original attire. To match the high standards of the build, all the bodywork parts were painted in Yamaha's period-correct red but with a candy metallic finish that gives it a deep, rich look. The white was done in a pearl finish, adding a subtle yet striking contrast. Notwithstanding the Gold Leaf separation pin stripes.

The final assembly and tuning were completed by Tony Taysom too, who made sure every part of the bike was optimized for endurance racing, blending historical accuracy with modern reliability. Finally, after a meticulous final inspection by JET's Chief Tech, Sean Reynolds, this unique Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class is now ready to hit the tarmac, embodying what Yamaha's West Coast team envisioned over five decades ago. This is more than just a restoration; it's a tribute to a bygone era of racing, brought back to life with passion and precision.

Here are the full specs:

DESIGN AND BUILD
Jeff Duval / Tony Taysom

ENGINE
Fast Road Yamaha 350 TR3RD Montjuich Class engine with 348 cc barrels & pistons using dynamically balanced crank, pistons and rods.
Gas flowed head crowned by a pair of Amal Concentric MkII carbs pretuned to Endurance specs optimising useability instead of all-out uncontrollable power.

TRANSMISSION
5 Speed OEM transmission also rebuilt from scratch at the same time as the motor by Tony Taysom.

CHASSIS
OEM with numerous invisible improvements for unique allure and upgraded specs.

SUSPENSION & STEERING
Classical Yamaha Lead Axle front fork assembly and rear shocks byy CR Suspension Kft of Budapest, Hungary.

WHEELS
18" & 21" ally wire rims with S/S spokes

BRAKES
Beringer Front & Rear Racing brake assembly

INSTRUMENTATION
Speedhut Competition speedo/TACHO for the avowed goal of not cluttering the project

ERGONOMICS
An iconic competition machine recrafted to be road legal and comfortably useable by seasoned riders

- Part-exchanges welcome.
- Finance available.
- Nationwide delivery available with our highly-rated, professional and fully-insured motorcycle couriers.

About us:
Moore Speed Racing is a family-run business, established in 2003.
We have built our reputation on service and pride ourselves on going above and beyond to help our customers.
Come on down to our showroom in Poole and check out our large range of motorcycles, parts, accessories, and clothing.
We are happy to assist with all areas of your bike, from the smallest nut and bolt to a full custom build.

White, 347 cc, 1971 J Reg, 49 miles, £19,950.00.

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