1979 Yamaha RD400 Survivor
USA Finds Verdict
Why this bike matters
The mature air-cooled RD twin. The 1979 US Daytona Special is the headline version, but all original RD400s are strong finds.
- Library rarity: Uncommon.
- Collector desirability: 5/5.
- Discussion value: 5/5.
- The mature air-cooled RD twin. The 1979 US Daytona Special is the headline version, but all original RD400s are strong finds.
- The asking price shown when found was USD 9000.00.
About this example
The seller uses original, unrestored or survivor wording, which makes originality and period detail central to judging this example. The seller highlights original paint, matching-number wording and 10,512 stated miles. These are useful clues, but the photographs and paperwork should still be checked carefully.
Collector Notes
Library rarity: Uncommon. Model production: 1976-1980. Matched from listing evidence: rd400.
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