Yamaha RD400
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| Yamaha RD400 | |
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| Also called | RD400C, RD 400 C, RD 400 |
| Production | 1976 - 1979 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | twin, two-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 64.0mm x 62.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 6.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 109 mph (175 km/h) |
| Horsepower | 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 7500RPM |
| Spark Plug | NGK B8ES '76-79 |
| Battery | YUASA 12N5-5A-3B '76-79 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 6-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Final Drive | Chain: 530x96 |
| Front Sprocket | 16T |
| Rear Sprocket | 37T |
| Suspension | Front: Telescopic Forks Rear: Swingarm |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: single disc |
| Front Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.50-18 |
| Wheelbase | 52.01 inches (1321 mm) |
| Length | 78.5 inches (1994 mm) |
| Width | 29.88 inches (759 mm) |
| Seat Height | 31.5 inches (800 mm) |
| Weight | 175.0 kg (wet) |
| Recommended Oil | Yamalube 10w-40 |
| Fuel Capacity | 4.36 Gallon (16.50 Liters) |
| Related | Yamaha RD250LC, Yamaha RD200, Yamaha RD250, Yamaha RD350, Yamaha RD400 |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
The Yamaha RD400 was a twin, two-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Yamaha between 1976 and 1979. It could reach a top speed of 109 mph (175 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 42.11 HP (31.4 KW) @ 7500 RPM.
Engine
The engine was a air cooled twin, two-stroke. A 64.0mm bore x 62.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 399.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a membrane.
Drive
The bike has a 6-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi-plate.
Chassis
It came with a 3.00-18 front tire and a 3.50-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The front suspension was a Telescopic Forks while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm. The RD400 was fitted with a 4.36 Gallon (16.50 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 52.01 inches (1321 mm) long.
1976 RD400-C
1976 Yamaha RD400C in Green
1976 Yamaha RD400C in Green
1976 Yamaha RD400C in Green
1976 Yamaha RD400C in Green
1976 Yamaha 1976 RD400C in Red
1976 Yamaha 1976 RD400C in Red
1976 Yamaha 1976 RD400C in Red
1976 Yamaha 1976 RD400C in Red
1976 Yamaha 1976 RD400C in Red
1977 RD400
1977 Yamaha RD400 in French Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in French Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Blue
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Red
1977 Yamaha RD400 in Red
1978 RD400
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400 in Silver
1978 Yamaha RD400
1978 Yamaha RD400
1978 Yamaha RD400
1978 Yamaha RD400
1978 Yamaha RD400
1979
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
1979 Yamaha RD400 Daytona Special in White
- Last year exported to US.
1976 - 1980 Yamaha RD 400
1976 - 1980 Yamaha RD 400
1976 - 1980 Yamaha RD 400
1976 - 1980 Yamaha RD 400
The Yamaha RD 400 has already become a classic in its own time. Fully equipped with speedometer, tachometer, hydraulically operated disc brakes on front and rear.
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