Yamaha RZ 350 vs Matchless G3 CSR 350 (1984)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RZ 350stacks up against the Matchless G3 CSR 350. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RZ 350Matchless G3 CSR 350
Model year19841964
Price
Engine347 cc347 cc
Weight170 kg
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L5.1 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDouble discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 51H / 110/80-18 58H 3.25-19 / 3.50-19

Yamaha RZ 350 vs Matchless G3 CSR 350 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RZ 350 and the Matchless G3 CSR 350 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RZ 350 brings its published horsepower, while the Matchless G3 CSR 350 counters with its own power figure at 170 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: