Yamaha

May 23, 2024  •  Auctions  •  15 Comments

BF Auction: 1973 Yamaha GT80 Enduro

UPDATE – A photo of the paperwork and original tools has been added to the listing. Classic motorcycles are an ideal alternative for enthusiasts with limited garage or workshop space. They don’t take up much room when stored, which… more»

Apr 21, 2024  •  For Sale  •  26 Comments

Two-Stroke Survivor: 1966 Yamaha YL-1 Twin Jet

For being such a small displacement motorcycle, Yamaha’s new YL-1 Twin Jet 100 was one reliable and fun bike. This is my personal holy grail model as a Twin Jet 100 was my first bike as a kid, the… more»

Mar 25, 2024  •  For Sale  •  10 Comments

457-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Yamaha GT80F

“There is one important difference between the Yamaha GT80 and other dual-purpose minis: reliability. The Yamaha two-stroke engine is legendary for its reliability. Torque Induction – the Yamaha reed-valve intake system – gives the machine quick, responsive power at… more»

Jul 29, 2023  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Two-Stroke Tiddler: 1970 Yamaha 80 G6S

Even in a big country like the United States, bigger isn’t always better when it comes to motorcycles. A tiny tiddler like this two-stroke 1970 Yamaha 80 G6S isn’t made for cross-country travel, but I’d guess that a few… more»

Apr 1, 2023  •  For Sale  •  17 Comments

Still In The Crate: 1988 Yamaha XV250 Route 66

Here’s another motorcycle for the in-a-crate series here on Barn Finds. Actually, this one has been for sale in the past and is on the market yet again, here on eBay in North Hills, California, and there are no… more»

Mar 17, 2023  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

Pinky: 1992 Yamaha TY250R Trials

As with golf, racking up points in a trials ride is a bad thing. No points, good. Points, bad. Having an interesting motorcycle doesn’t hurt either, and this 1992 Yamaha TY250R trials bike is listed here on eBay in… more»

Mar 12, 2023  •  For Sale  •  19 Comments

Still In The Crate: Zero-Mile 2001 Yamaha YZ250

Being brand new and still in the crate sure seems to be making a difference in the bid price of this 2001 Yamaha YZ250. Having zero miles on a vehicle is pretty unusual, when you buy a brand-new vehicle… more»

Feb 23, 2023  •  For Sale  •  18 Comments

Two-Stroke ATV: 1995 Yamaha Banshee 350

Still ranking among the best ATVs in history and a favorite among many riders, Yamaha’s Banshee is a powerhouse relative to its normal appearance. I mean, other than the bright purple and yellow paint scheme on the 1995 models…. more»

Feb 11, 2023  •  For Sale  •  46 Comments

Two-Stroke 21-Incher: 1971 Yamaha R5B 350

I still think of Yamaha as the king of two-stroke bikes from the 60s and 70s. Ok, Yamaha is one of the kings of two-stroke bikes from the 60s and 70s. The seller has this 1971 Yamaha R5B 350… more»

Nov 21, 2022  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Youth-Oriented ATV: 1984 Yamaha Tri-Zinger YT60

A lot of us older adults did things as kids that would make parents today cringe. It’s a wonder that a lot of kids have any fun at all today – or the type of fun that involves riding… more»

Oct 20, 2022  •  For Sale  •  17 Comments

Two-Stroke Survivor: 1964 Yamaha YG-1 80

Small, vintage motorcycles can be addicting. To paraphrase the classic slogan of a certain potato chip, I betcha can’t buy just one… small, two-stroke motorcycle, such as this 1964 Yamaha YG-1. This bike is posted here on craigslist in… more»

Sep 12, 2022  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Yamahauler Tribute: 1971 Dodge B100 Van

The early-1970s were what I consider the beginning of the adventure decade. Bicycles, especially ten-speed bikes, and downhill skiing were big sporting activities. Another one that really caught me by the neck would be motorcycles, especially offroad motorcycles. This… more»

Jul 30, 2022  •  For Sale  •  6 Comments

Parked 30 Years! 1986 Yamaha Big Wheel 80

The nostalgia factor may hit some of you right in the feels when you check out this listing for a pair of Honda big Wheel BW 80s. The seller has gone into his parents’ barn and dug out this… more»

Jul 3, 2022  •  For Sale  •  11 Comments

Japanese Spec Superbike: 1984 Yamaha RZV500R

Made only for the Japanese market, this 1984 Yamaha RZV500R was created to pay homage to a similar motorcycle – the YZR500 – that well-known motorcycle Grand Prix racer Kenny Roberts rode to victory in the early-1980s. The seller… more»

Apr 23, 2022  •  For Sale  •  27 Comments

Two Stroke Survivor: 1971 Yamaha CS3 200

Most of us started our lifelong love of motorcycles on a small CC bike. Whether it was a Honda 50 or a mini bike with a pull starter, not many of us were riding huge motorcycles as our first… more»

Apr 20, 2022  •  For Sale  •  27 Comments

Yamaha’s Last Real Enduro? 1973 Yamaha RT3 360

I was never a big math fan even though I somehow made it through college and was and still am a licensed architect. At least geometry is something that most people can wrap their heads around compared to calculus…. more»

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