1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV500R
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1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV500R
Well, after 25+ years of wanting one, I finally took the plunge. I am now the proud owner of a 1984 (I believe) RZV500R SN 51X-001029 with only 909 original kilometers! I was a little skeptical of the mileage, however researching the date codes on the tires (Front NAU224; Rear NAW244) and the overall wear on the tires (essentially none, as there are still "tits" on the tires), and condition of the bike (excellent - less corrosion after sitting for 28 years in Japan) I believe those to truly be original kilometers.
My plan is to undertake a "preservation", trying to preserve the patina, but address the Japanese environment corrosion that has attacked the aluminum and chrome details. Any and all suggestions would be very much apprecaited. And if anyone has any questions about original finishes, etc. maybe this bike will help solve any misteries.
Looking forward to the journey!
Thanks,
Steve
My plan is to undertake a "preservation", trying to preserve the patina, but address the Japanese environment corrosion that has attacked the aluminum and chrome details. Any and all suggestions would be very much apprecaited. And if anyone has any questions about original finishes, etc. maybe this bike will help solve any misteries.
Looking forward to the journey!
Thanks,
Steve
~Steve
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Welcome to the group.
WOW! Great find! But I think I'd change the tires before you used it.
WOW! Great find! But I think I'd change the tires before you used it.
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Thanks guys! And it actually started on the second kick! Engine runs great, with only a minor fuel leak on the right side rear carb. Probably a dried o-ring after all these years. Go figure!
~Steve
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Nice one! Enjoy!
Andy (UK)
RZV500R
FRC
Faster Faster !!!
RZV500R
FRC
Faster Faster !!!
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Nice project,it`s a shame so many of these bikes are left outside in Japan
Steve
Steve
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Thanks Steve
Actually this bike was stored indoors for all those years, as evidenced by the lack of any fading on any of the instruments, or fork cap numbers, etc. normally seen from UV exposure. The corrosion on older Japanese bikes occurs as a result of the high salt content in the air in Japan, especially when stored close to the coast. I see it here in California, although not as bad.
I'm looking forward to the "preservation", and any secrets that might be uncovered along the way.
Thanks,
Steve
Actually this bike was stored indoors for all those years, as evidenced by the lack of any fading on any of the instruments, or fork cap numbers, etc. normally seen from UV exposure. The corrosion on older Japanese bikes occurs as a result of the high salt content in the air in Japan, especially when stored close to the coast. I see it here in California, although not as bad.
I'm looking forward to the "preservation", and any secrets that might be uncovered along the way.
Thanks,
Steve
~Steve
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
You can fill in the cracks in the tires with rubber glue and shine them with black shoe polish like Burt Munroe .
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Congratulations. How did you find one with such few miles? You travel to Japan or have a person on the lookout? Will it be a rider after going thru it or a trailer queen. With that few of miles it would be nice to restore as needed. You are aware of engine seals if going to ride. Looks like you are pretty familiar with two strokes by your collection. Bet the 125s are a blast to ride. Have you ever taken any of the 125s to the track?
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
my bike spent 20 years in japan . i think it sat to long as it had surface rust on the webs and the outer crank bearings where shot
just make sure when its running it does not rumble . myself i would do a top tare down and have a look befor going further
just make sure when its running it does not rumble . myself i would do a top tare down and have a look befor going further
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
All, I need to aquire a service manual for my 1984 RZV500R. Any suggestions, or recommendations which one to get? I have seen some that cover the RD500 in detail, but I know there are differences between the models. I cannot read Japanese, so would prefer an English text version (unless it would be best to get a combination of a Japanese text version for the photos of the RZV and an English text version to read the text of the RD version). All inputs are very much appreciated.
~Steve
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
I've never seen a true, full RZV manual. but I think there is a suplament to the RD/RZ manual that covers the differences.
Andy (UK)
RZV500R
FRC
Faster Faster !!!
RZV500R
FRC
Faster Faster !!!
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
There is a rzv500r manual,your best bet is to buy one from a Japanese auction site like this one.
http://www.jauce.com/auction/s217263037" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Or the reprint
Or a copy
http://www.jauce.com/auction/h180326771" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
http://www.jauce.com/auction/s217263037" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Or the reprint
Or a copy
http://www.jauce.com/auction/h180326771" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
- 250GTLusso
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Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
Well I have just acquired a 1987 Walter Wolf RG 500 Special Edition from Japan. Can't wait to marry it up with the RZV. Some pretty rare hardware!
~Steve
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
1973 TA125
1978 YZ100E
1980 TZ125G
1980 RM125T
1984 RZV500R (S1)
1985 RZV500R (S2)
1985 RG500
1986 FZ600
1987 RG500 WW SV
1987 YSR80
1989 ZX7R
1993 MH80R
1997 TZ125
1998 PW80
1999 PW50
2002 YZ250
2002 KX65
2002 KX100
2004 CRF50F
2008 TZ125
Re: 1984 RZV500R 51X-001029, 909km unmolested original RZV50
I cannot believe it
i just missed out on that exact rg500 , i put in a top bid and you won it by 4,000 yen
i bet this is the chassis number HM31A-10522- ill leave out the last number
another thing is the kms on the speedo and the auction are to the number !
me and a mate went in on it . was going to be our money maker ,but i was gutted when i missed out by only 4,000 yen ... crazy
have fun with it !!
i just missed out on that exact rg500 , i put in a top bid and you won it by 4,000 yen
i bet this is the chassis number HM31A-10522- ill leave out the last number
another thing is the kms on the speedo and the auction are to the number !
me and a mate went in on it . was going to be our money maker ,but i was gutted when i missed out by only 4,000 yen ... crazy
have fun with it !!