Post Sale Update: This RD/R5 sold for $3,050 after 27 bids on eBay.
This lovely little cafe combines a RD350 motor with a R5 frame, and it features some great mechanical modifications though the paint has seen better days.
The cosmetic work on this bike (VIN: R5131781) includes a Benelli Mojave tank, powdercoated frame/swingarm, and a custom tail, and while I think it looks great it’s the mechanical work that really catches my eye about this build: hand formed exhaust where each header is comprised of 20 welded sections, dual discs from a XS650, even a hydraulic clutch conversion! This build seems well thought out and I’d be happy to enjoy it as is for a few seasons before addressing the paint.
For more on the build, check out this article on Return of the Cafe Racers. Otherwise, find this RD/R5 hybrid for sale in Seattle, Washington with bidding up to $2,700