Yamaha RZ 350 vs Panther 75 Springer (1984)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Yamaha RZ 350stacks up against the Panther 75 Springer. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecYamaha RZ 350Panther 75 Springer
Model year19841958
Price
Engine347 cc348 cc
Seat height32 mm
Fuel capacity5.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed4-speed
Front brakesDouble discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesSingle discExpanding brake (drum brake)
Tires90/90-18 51H / 110/80-18 58H 3.25-19 / 3.25-19

Yamaha RZ 350 vs Panther 75 Springer — which should you buy?

Picking between the Yamaha RZ 350 and the Panther 75 Springer usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Yamaha RZ 350 brings its published horsepower, while the Panther 75 Springer counters with its own power figure.

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: