1978 Yamaha SR500
No ReserveBring a Trailer
Listed byCyclehouse
National City, California 9195029,000 milesManual
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Summary
This 1978 Yamaha SR500 remained with its first owner until recently acquired by the selling dealer. Powered by an air-cooled 499cc SOHC single with a five-speed transmission, it shows 29k miles on the odometer, with recent work including carburetor cleaning, valve adjustment, and spark plug and oil changes. Noted condition issues include corrosion on the frame, cracks in the tire sidewalls, and faded wheels.
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Loading sold figures · 12 months to Jan 16, '25
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1 appearance- 1/16/2025Bring a TrailerSold· this listing$2.2k
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Blueslover I have owned bigger, faster, prettier and more expensive bikes in my life, but this was the funnest motorcycle I ... View more
OldAnything I own this same bike, with lower handlebars and a Supertrapp. Not a beast on power but a lot of fun solo on twisty ... View more
SDCR Nicely preserved SR500. This is the twin to the one I bought from Zeke at Cycle Villa way back in 1979. Pure fun machine. ... View more
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