Difference between revisions of "Yamaha TZ350"

The 350 "G" was never really improved on, despite Yamaha releasing another model, the "H", which was really just a case of the factory using up a lot of it's stock of  parts, giving up further production of the mighty TZ350 once the [[FIM]] dropped the 350cc World Championship class in 1982.

The 350 "G" was never really improved on, despite Yamaha releasing another model, the "H", which was really just a case of the factory using up a lot of it's stock of  parts, giving up further production of the mighty TZ350 once the [[FIM]] dropped the 350cc World Championship class in 1982.

==1980 TZ350==

==1980 TZ350==

By the end of 1978 it was clear that Yamaha needed to revise the [[TZ350|TZ350]] if it was to maintain its dominant position in the 350 class, consequently for 1979 [[Yamaha|Yamaha]] introduced a considerably revised version of their hugely successful TZ350. Typed the F the new machine adopted a new, lighter monoshock frame partnered by an alloy box section cantilever swinging arm and three way adjustable front forks. The new frame housed a revised version of Yamaha's illustrious liquid cooled two stroke twin, now equipped with a 6 port cylinder producing a claimed 72bhp @11,000rpm. New, more aerodynamically efficient bodywork completed the overhaul. The following season saw the introduction of what for many is the ultimate TZ350, the "G", which built on the success of the "F". Few modifications were deemed necessary and those that were undertaken were largely in the interests of improving the machines already excellent reliability. The [[connecting rod]] design was revised and the piston strengthened whilst the ignition rotor mounting was modified. Original TZ350G are now highly sought after by enthusiasts.  

By the end of 1978 it was clear that Yamaha needed to revise the [[TZ350|TZ350]] if it was to maintain its dominant position in the 350 class, consequently for 1979 [[Yamaha|Yamaha]] introduced a considerably revised version of their hugely successful TZ350. Typed the F the new machine adopted a new, lighter monoshock frame partnered by an alloy box section cantilever swinging arm and three way adjustable front forks. The new frame housed a revised version of Yamaha's illustrious liquid cooled two stroke twin, now equipped with a 6 port cylinder producing a claimed 72bhp @11,000rpm. New, more aerodynamically efficient bodywork completed the overhaul. The following season saw the introduction of what for many is the ultimate TZ350, the "G", which built on the success of the "F". Few modifications were deemed necessary and those that were undertaken were largely in the interests of improving the machines already excellent reliability. The [[connecting rod]] design was revised and the piston strengthened whilst the ignition rotor mounting was modified. Original TZ350G are now highly sought after by enthusiasts.