1984 Yamaha RZ500

ACT • Private
11
CategorySuper Sport
Engine Size492cc 2 stroke
Odometer5,000km

Comments from the seller

For sale 1984 Yamaha 500cc 2 stroke RZ500 Australian delivered. Fully rebuilt for the road and for a weekend on the track Professionally done - Full engine rebuild to a stage 3 ported engine and tune by Bill Wilson himself of Wilson Performance in the US. Bill has decades of experience in 2stroke performance engines and specialises in builds for RZ500, RZV 500 and RD500LC. Motor being mechanically A1 with only 5000 kms after full engine strip down/rebuild with genuine OEM parts and engine run in to make sure it’s bulletproof. Work Carried out details: Bill Wilson Stage 3 ported and tuned rebuilt RZ500 engine. Bill Wilson custom Reed Valves - better than the Vforce4’s Custom throttle cable pilot 4 into 1 like the 500cc 2stroke GP bikes Running brand new 28mm Smart Carb 3.0 billet made carbs out of the US for unmatched performance. Custom made Bill Wilson K&N air filter boxes Custom 2T oil reservoir for oil injection Electronic and cluster all Koso Zeeltronic PCDI ignition time with maps for track and road Custom Jim Lomas stainless steel chamber Exhausts RGV front forks and swing-arms for weight reduction, Tokico braking system Engine Temperature sensors Bigger radiator and fan for cooling. Steering Damper for better stability. Pro taper motard style handlebars that are adjustable. Paint frame wheels everything has been done. 2 stroke Collector downsizing since moving overseas. Would love to see this to go to someone who would take care of it as I have and look after it. If you aren’t local & need more pictures or videos - that can be arranged. Any questions plz ask! Genuine buyers only Interstate transport can be arranged at buyers cost Comes with service guide manual too.

Bike details

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Network Id
SSE-AD-20275465
Bike
Road Manual 6sp 500cc (Jan)
Kilometres
5,000km
Body
Super Sport
Colour
Red
Engine Capacity
492 cc
Cost of financeSponsored
Configuration
492cc, 2-stroke, Liquid cooled, Reed Valve; V4
Country of Origin
JAPAN
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
Introduction
In Australia, New Zealand & Canada the 500 two-stroke was sold as the RZ500. A different colour scheme distinguished the European bike, the RD500LC, but they were mechanically identical.
Bike Type
Road
Series
RZ
LAMS Approved
False
Ride Away Price
False
Country of Origin
JAPAN
Grey Import
False
Is Limited Edition
False
Engine Description
500
Engine Config
V4
Engine Capacity
492cc
Engine Type
Piston
Engine Stroke
2
Bore
56.4mm
Stroke
50.0mm
Cam Type
Reed Valve
Cylinders
4
Compression Ratio
6.6:1
Induction System
Aspirated
Carburettor(s)
4
Carburettor
Mikuni VM26SS
Throttle Bore
26mm
Cooling
Liquid
Lubrication
Oil Injection (2-stroke)
Oil Capacity
2.0L
Exhaust Config
4:1:2
Maximum Power
63.9kW
Maximum Power RPM
9500
Maximum Torque
67.50Nm
Maximum Torque RPM
8500
Ignition
CDI (Capacitive Discharge Ignition)
Starter
Kick
Engine Voltage
12Volt
Charging Method
Engine
Fuel Type
Petrol
Recommended RON
91
Fuel Tank Capacity
22.0L
Transmission Description
Anti-backlash
Drive Type
#530 Chain
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Number
6
Gear Change Method
Left foot lever
Reverse Gear
Not Available
Clutch Type
Multi-disc; Pressurised lubrication
Frame Material
Square section steel
Rake (Caster Angle)
26.00degrees
Handlebar Description
Clip-ons
Side Stand
Standard
Front Suspension
37mm Telescopic fork; Hydraulic anti-dive; Adjustable spring preload & damping
Front Suspension Travel
140.0mm
Rear Suspension
Rising rate; Single shock absorber; Longitudinally & horizontally mounted under engine; 5-way adjustment
Rear Suspension Travel
120.0mm
Swingarm Type
Dual Sided
Front Brake Description
Twin vented discs; Opposed piston calipers; Hydraulic; Semi-metallic pads
Front Brake Caliper(s)
Single Piston
Front Brake Diameter
267.0mm
Rear Brake Description
Single disc; Opposed piston caliper; Hydraulic
Rear Brake Caliper(s)
Single Piston
ABS
Not Available
Linked Braking System
Not Available
Wheel Size Front
16"
Wheel Size Rear
18"
Rear Tyre
130/80V-16"
Front Tyre
120/80V-16"
Length
2085mm
Width
705mm
Height
1145mm
Wheelbase
1373mm
Ground Clearance
145.0mm
Dry Weight
180.0kg
Seat Height
780mm
Traction Control
Not Available
Seating Position
Forward
Kay is the seller
Location
Canberra, ACT 2601
Member since
2022
Verified information
Phone number

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