The two-stroke era may have ended, but enthusiasts
still worship the legendary Yamaha RD350. A Munich-based group, Moto Essence
have modified a Yamaha RD350 for Glemseck 101.
The Glemseck 101 allows customizers as well as
factory teams to use modified motorcycles which have a twin cylinder engine and
have an engine displacement of no more than 1,200 cc.
Thanks to their experience in motorsports, the folks
at Moto Essence have reworked the powertrain. Called as the Falcon, the
original 347 cc twin-cylinder mill has been given a big bore kit and now
displaces 420 cc. The output has increased to a maniac 90 hp. The bike also
gets a larger radiator, 38 mm Keihin carburettors and a new exhaust system.
The chassis is sourced from the Italian frame
builder Parenti. The pistons are from Wiseco to handle the extra performance.
The Yamaha RD350 Falcon also gets a reinforced clutch. The body has also been
worked to keep the kerb weight low, something which will help boost the bike’s
timing during a drag race.
