1972 YAMAHA R5 350

Rare Matching Numbers Mint Survivor

Fully Serviced, Tuned & Detailed Classic Original Mandarin Orange Paint

If you’ve been waiting for a true collector-grade two-stroke, this is it.

R5 350 finished in its iconic factory Mandarin Orange,

With just ~9,700 original miles and matching numbers (R5-130453) on both the engine and frame.

This is a fully sorted, professionally serviced, turnkey classic that fires right up and runs exactly the way Yamaha intended when it was new 54 years ago.

FULL KAPLAN CYCLES PRESERVATION SERVICE ($8,650+ INVESTED)

Please Watch The Full Video For All Details

This R5 just completed a comprehensive full service and detail program by our team at Kaplan Cycles.

51-hours of Shop labor @ $150 PH = $7650 Labor Invested

Plus Over $1,000 In New Service Parts Installed

The total investment exceeded $8,650 in labor and parts, not including tax.

Highlights of the Mechanical & Cosmetic Work :

• Brand new VAPE electronic ignition system

• → Eliminates unreliable points ignition permanently

Top-end engine rebuild

• → New pistons (1.5mm overbore), rings, gaskets, spark plugs

• Compression: 140 PSI both cylinders (perfect spec)

• Carburetors fully rebuilt & ultrasonic cleaned

• Re-jetted (120 mains), synchronized & dialed in

• New coils, intake resealed, inline fuel filters installed

• Oil injection system serviced & calibrated (no premix needed)

• New battery installed

• Fuel system flushed & filled with fresh VP94 non-ethanol fuel

• New Air filter

This bike runs phenomenal from idle through the powerband and pulls strong

—these R5s absolutely haul ass.

COSMETIC & DETAILING (ROTISSERIE-LEVEL DETAIL)

An additional 24 hours were invested in cosmetic preservation:

• Polished cylinder heads & all aluminum components

• Repainted the engine cases & swingarm

• Cleaned and detailed top-to-bottom

• Original tin set buffed and waxed

This is a beautiful survivor, not an over-restored bike.

CONDITION – ORIGINAL & HONEST

This R5 is a true survivor with original components throughout:

• Original paint & tin set (beautiful with light patina, has some dings in the fuel tank)

• Original chrome fenders (straight, minor dings, age-related wear)

• Original exhaust pipes (minor blemishes typical for age)

• Original wheels in excellent condition

• Factory toolkit included under seat

• Original oil injection system intact and functional

Noted Cosmetic Details:

• Small dents and minor imperfections on tank (original paint)

• Light patina on chrome and trim (expected for 54+ years)

• Tires have 90% Tread left (2010 date code)

We provide extensive high-resolution photos and video so you can inspect every inch

—often better than in person.

FEATURES & UPGRADES

• Legendary 347cc air-cooled parallel twin two-stroke

• Oil injection system (no premix hassle)

• VAPE electronic ignition (major reliability upgrade)

• Smooth-shifting transmission

All electronics working:

• Headlight (hi/low)

• Tail light

• Turn signals

• Horn

• Gauge illumination

TITLE & PURCHASE DETAILS

• Clear Massachusetts title

• No dealer fees

• Financing available through Freedom Road Financial

• Nationwide enclosed, insured door-to-door shipping available (no crate)

📞 Call/Text: 860-471-0192

WHY BUY THIS ONE?

We say it all the time—buying a “cheap” vintage bike that “just needs a carb clean” usually turns into a $5K–$10K reality check.

This one is already:

• Professionally serviced

• Mechanically sorted

• Proven and tested

• Ready to ride or display

You can ride it, park it, enjoy it, and not worry about clogged carbs or ignition issues.

FINAL THOUGHT

Finding a 54-year-old Yamaha R5 in this kind of original, matching-number, properly serviced condition is extremely rare—these simply don’t come up often.

Whether you’re a collector, investor, or vintage two-stroke enthusiast…

This is the one you’ve been waiting for.

Good luck bidding, and as always—

God Bless America 

WHY SHOULD YOU BUY FROM KAPLAN? WHAT DO YOU GET?

“You are buying from the Kaplan Cycles Family. We are not just another big auction house. We are family-owned and operated and have been buying, servicing, and selling motorcycles since 1975. You will work directly with Ken Jr., Ken Sr., and/or one of the 22 experts on our team. We provide museum-quality, white-glove concierge service from start to finish. Every motorcycle we sell is inspected, serviced, and supported by our team, and we stand behind it after the sale. You’re not on your own — we back what we build and what we sell.

With over 17,000 units sold and still 100% positive feedback, we are the best stress-free buying experience you can have. From the first call to delivery at your door, we will handle it all — because vintage motorcycles deserve support, and so do you.

With every bike we curate you get:
• museum-level inspection & preservation services
• every machine is professionally evaluated, serviced, & rotisserie detailed
• all critical systems are checked, adjusted, or renewed
• you get professional setup, tuning, and delivery prep
• done by the best experts in the industry — we ride and restore every day
• you get post-sale phone support
• you get white-glove, insured, always-enclosed shipping to your door anywhere in the country

You’re buying from Kaplan Cycles at the New England Motorcycle Museum, one of the largest vintage motorcycle collections in North America. Free museum tours and tickets are included with every bike sold. With every bike you purchase, a portion of the proceeds is used to support, continue, and improve the 501(c)(3) nonprofit New England Motorcycle Museum.

You don’t just win an auction — YOU are creating & helping to preserve motorcycle history, and you become part of our family, a Kaplan Cycles client for life.

We do not take new clients off the street.
We do not service bikes purchased elsewhere.
We only take new exclusive clients who purchase a motorcycle from us.

You get a guided purchase experience with, and from, the experts who care about the bike as much as you do. If there’s a problem, you don’t get ghosted. You call us — you will have our cell phone numbers — we will answer your call on weekends, and we will help make it right.

Auction platforms = listing only. No support. No accountability.

Kaplan Cycles = we stand behind what we sell.

You are buying museum-curated provenance. That means:
• expert evaluation
• documented condition
• professional presentation
• long-term preservation mindset

You’re not just buying a motorcycle — you’re buying a curated piece of motorcycling history.

From the #1 family in this business — Kaplan Cycles & the New England Motorcycle Museum.

Sincerely,

Ken Kaplan Sr.
12/28/2025”

AUCTION TERMS:

All motorcycles & vehicles are sold as-is where-is.

Kaplan Cycles guarantees all motorcycles are as-described. Please read the entire description and watch the entire video before bidding.

A non-refundable deposit is due immediately on purchase. PayPal or Credit Card is accepted for the deposit.

Cash (In-Person), Card (+3% fee), or Wire Transfer are our only accepted forms of final payment.

Full payment must be made within 7 days of auction close.

Your motorcycle must be picked up within 30 days of auction close. 

Exceptions are made only for international buyers OR buyers who have ALREADY made transport arrangements with a third party.

If a motorcycle is purchased and left here for longer than 30 days without written permission from Kaplan Cycles it will be resold. In the case of a re-sale, the owner will be entitled to a refund less storage fees ($25/ day beginning 30 days from auction close) ONLY if the motorcycle was paid in full on-time within the auction terms.

We always describe our motorcycles as accurately as possible.

You are purchasing a classic motorcycle. Even in cases where a bike may be in good running/ operating condition, new problems & idiosyncrasies can arise over-time from sitting or regular use.

If you have an issue with the motorcycle you’ve received, contact us within 24 hours of delivery and before leaving feedback so that we can address your concerns.

It is important you have at least a basic mechanical knowledge before purchasing and operating a classic motorcycle.

Due to our backlog, we cannot perform any additional service work or modifications on your motorcycle after the sale (ie; adding a light kit, different tires, etc.)

We respond quickly between the hours of 9am and 5pm EST, Monday - Friday

For our fastest service please call Ken Kaplan Jr directly at 860-471-0192

We will not charge out-of-state buyers sales tax.
Out of state residents will pay sales tax with their DMV. 

We are not a registering dealership. You will receive only the documents required to register your vehicle in your state.

In our listings, title status is always listed directly below the main description.

In some cases we will sell motorcycles without title or registration. In these cases we guarantee all motorcycles sold are free and clear. We will always provide a route to obtaining title. Generally in these cases, the motorcycle will be sold at a discount to accommodate expenses involved.

Documents are mailed via USPS priority mail with a tracking number. Please allow up to 14 days after payment in full for your documents to be processed and mailed.

Keys will be shipped with the motorcycle.

Warranty:

All Motorcycles sold "as is, where is" and Kaplan Cycles does not warranty any motorcycle sold. No express warranty and/or implied warranty are made by Kaplan Cycles. No statements by us give an implied warranty.

SHIPPING:

SEND US YOUR ZIP FOR A SHIPPING QUOTE!
WE WILL MAKE ALL ARRANGEMENTS!

We have the best shipping contacts in the nation who will provide the FASTEST transport times, have a perfect track record, and are always insured and ENCLOSED! All motorcycles are shipped WHOLE (roll-on, roll-off). We do not offer a pallet or crate service.

International shipping specialist contacts are available! They will assist in ground freight, customs clearance, and ocean freight to your country. International buyers will be required to work directly with our third party shipping contacts.

We strongly recommend you insure your motorcycle at the time of purchase.

PICKUP:

We require a 24 hour notice prior to pick-up. Please call us at 860-454-7024 during office hours Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm EST.

We will provide ramps, a dock for loading, and assistance to load for free.