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- 1971 Yamaha R5 347cc
1971 Yamaha R5 347cc
Lot Number: 544
1971 Yamaha R5 347cc
Well-restored twin-cylinder two-stroke that would fit into any collection of early Japanese classics.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 12th November, 2023 at 10.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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REG NUMBER
GAM 529J
SUMMARY
Well-restored twin-cylinder two-stroke that would fit into any collection of early Japanese classics.
DESCRIPTION
- Introduced in 1970, the R5 was the first iteration of a new generation of horizontally-split crankcase two-strokes that also included the RD350 and culminated in the RD400.
- This 1971 R5B has been fully restored and professionally painted in its original colours
- Engine cases vapour blasted/polished to factory finish. New crankshaft and pistons. Carbs rebuilt
- Wheel rims, tyres and brakes all new. Forks, controls, handlebars, lights, shocks and seat all new or refurbished
- Running and riding very well, this will fit straight in to any collection of early Japanese classics
- So fresh that a period of running-in is recommended to achieve the best from this superb Yamaha
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 544
- Make
- YAMAHA
- Model
- R5B
- Variant
- Bike
- Registration Number
- GAM 529J
- Frame Number
- R5-107800
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- R5-107800
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTAll motorcycles must be removed from the NEC between 9am and 2pm on Monday 13th November. Full payment must be received before any items are available to be released.
A member of the administration team will contact you to confirm your transport plans. If we do not hear back from you by 9am on Monday 13th we will arrange for our transport partner, Moving Motorcycles to collect the motorcycle on your behalf and take it to their storage facility in Northamptonshire for a fee of £120 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day thereafter.
Moving Motorcycles can assist with collection and delivery, please use the link below for a quote or call them on +44 (0) 1933 448 555.
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