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Stemming from Yamaha's two-stroke racing success, the 'Race Developed' RD series offered incredible performance that let it outrun much larger bikes. It's now a collector's favorite for its thrilling, unfiltered riding experience and budget-friendly origins.
Typical sold price of a Yamaha RD ranges from $1,775 to $15,749, based on 133 sales tracked on Hypercars.
The Yamaha RD series was the street-legal result of Yamaha's two-stroke Grand Prix racing success. Known as 'Race Developed', these bikes offered incredible performance for their size, with models like the RD350 and RD400 easily outrunning larger four-stroke competitors. Their combination of a lightweight chassis, potent two-stroke engine, and sharp handling made them a favorite for riders seeking thrills on a budget.
Collectors prize the RD for its raw, unfiltered riding experience and its famous 'power band' rush. It represents the pinnacle of air-cooled two-stroke technology before emissions regulations forced a shift in the industry. The later RD400F Daytona Special and the liquid-cooled RD350LC are especially desirable for their performance and iconic status.
The market for Yamaha RDs is strong, with an average sale price of over $7,000. While project bikes can be found for less, exceptional, low-mileage, or perfectly restored examples regularly exceed $20,000. The active trading shows a sustained appreciation for these giant-killing two-strokes.
Prices range from $970 for projects to $24,026 for pristine, concours-level examples.
133 Yamaha RD vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars. Sold prices range from $779 to $24,026.
Data sourced from Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, eBay Motors, PCarMarket, and Collecting Cars. Updated daily.
Based on 133 sales tracked on Hypercars, Yamaha RD prices typically range from $1,775 to $15,749.
