Post Sale Update: This Yamaha SC500 sold for $1,750 after 45 bids on eBay.
When it boils down to it, I know just about nothing about the SC500. Never ridden one, never even seen one in person. I’m really just featuring it because Rick Sieman called it one of the 10 worst dirt bikes of all time and I find that amusing.
In Rick’s words, “Another four-speed brute, this 1973-’74 two-stroke single ran hot, detonated fiercely, stalled constantly and seized regularly. After testing the bike, I noted: “It’s gray and black; so is a turkey.” Brutally fast, the SC-500 was cursed with state-of-the-dark forks and a pair of chromed shocks that would have faded on a busy barroom door. It shook its steering head like a dog coming out of a swimming pool and the rear end hopped around like the frame had a hinge in the middle. All things considered, the only thing this bike did right was not leak around the gas cap.”
This example (VIN: 363-020893) was originally acquired by the seller with the intent of restoring it, but it’s a runner and the seller thinks someone else should enjoy it. According to the seller, the previous owner used it to compete in AHRMA racing up until last year. The carb has some silicone to help keep the seal, the FMF silencer has been customized, there are aftermarket number plates, and it’s also got a PVL ignition.
If Rick didn’t scare you away, you can check out a video from the seller – note that the video title says the price of this bike is $1,999:
Find this SC for sale in West Chester, Pennsylvania with bidding up to $1,125 and the reserve not yet met