Key Features

Fully restored and documented on USB stick
Original service book included
MOT valid until January 2028
Registered with a Carte Grise in France

The Plus

The latest development in Yamaha's RD two-stroke series, the RD 400 has a longer stroke, a revised design and new cast alloy wheels. It's a jewel of retro motorcycling - and thanks to Bruce Lee's Game of Death, it's also a pop-culture icon. Agile, mechanically simple and easy to modify, this bike is a true concentrate of what makes this era of Yamaha so beloved by enthusiasts.

This bike, in particular, has been restored with the utmost care, with a detailed history of the work recorded on a USB stick for the lucky future owner. It's rare to find such a well-restored bike on Car & Classic, and we're confident it will take pride of place in any collection.

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History and Documents

Registered in 1978
Registered in France with Carte Grise
Matching serial numbers
MOT valid until January 2028
Original service book included
Restoration history provided on USB stick, covering all aspects of the work

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General condition

Bodywork in excellent condition
Treated and painted by a specialist during restoration
All accessories are original and reconditioned
Chrome sandblasted and refurbished
Saddle in very good condition
All instruments clear and legible
Mechanical components in good condition

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Mechanicals

399 cm³ two-cylinder two-stroke engine
5-speed manual gearbox
All mechanical components in good condition
Fully serviced and rebuilt
No defects reported at roadworthiness test

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BEFORE BUYING

This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making a bid, you also agree to the following:

✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.

✓ We ask that a non-refundable fee is paid if you are the lucky winner of the auction or if your bid is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific fees.

✓ This vehicle is "sold as is", on an "as is, where is" basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and it is customary to carry out a full vehicle inspection prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final offer or tender price, as specified in the advert.

✓ We want the transaction to go as smoothly as you do, which is why UK-registered cars and motorbikes offered for sale on Car & Classic are HPI-checked to ensure they have no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and are not financially pledged, allowing you to bid with confidence.

✓ We also check whether vehicles are registered as written off as part of a total loss at the time the advert is placed on Car & Classic and provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) to help you. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the status of the vehicle and it is always worth carrying out a full vehicle history check before making an offer on it.

✓ Buyers are responsible for the collection or delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. If you wish, we can recommend a third party transport company who can assist you. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected].