Yamaha RZ350 (2025) Review: Retro Spirit, Modern Performance
Unveiling the Yamaha RZ350 2025, which once again grooms one of the most well-loved nameplates in its stables, built with racing cues from yesteryears with modern engineering wizardry. Redesigned for today’s use, the new RZ350 couples some of the most alluring looks with engines and electronics-updated drivetrains to deliver a purpose-built weekend thrill and everyday capability.
Design: Retro Racing, Updated
The RZ350 certainly pays its dues in obvious homage to the old RZ series, but it wears this heritage with a certain restraint. Clean sculpted fuel tank and compact tail section, and a round LED headlight inside an aerodynamic fairing create the bike silhouette that speaks retro racing. The bike does look modern with dual-tone paint schemes, period-inspired graphics, and lightweight alloy wheels while still gratifying the modern rider with LED lighting, premium switchgear, and a minimalist rear.
Engine and Performance
Under this tank is a totally newly-launched 347cc liquid-cooled parallel-twin capable of being tuned very lively without being too kick-in-drag-kind-of tractable. Output is quoted in the region of 42 PS, and 35 Nm of torque puts a focus on the manageable midrange grunt and quite a bit of reserve down low-just ideal for city scuffles and overtake actions across more open roads. There is a refined 6-speed gearbox to refer to, with assist-and-slipper clutch, facilitating neat, precise changes, which in turn contribute to improved overall safety under very aggressive downshifts. ECU programming then balances responsiveness with economy, making for a bike that’s going to be fun when you’re thrashing it, as well as useful for daily rides.
Chassis and Handling
Lightweight in nature in design, diamond-framed RZ350 gets the nod toward an agile handling and form at high speed. The USD front forks and adjustable rear monoshock contribute to a compliant ride in city streets and twisty back roads. Wider radial tyres and a well-tuned suspension setting also enhance cornering confidence, not to mention the riding stance that’s just perfect – sporty enough for dynamic rides yet relaxed enough for longer commute rides.
Electronics and Convenience
Modern rider aids are undertaken into the retro-themed package with the RZ350. A full-colour TFT display equipped with smartphone integration through Yamaha’s connectivity app brings the rider a range of navigation prompts, call alerts and ride statistics. Safety and determining features are dual-channel ABS, traction control and ride-by-wire throttle mapping. Other niceties-LED lighting all over the vehicle, a hazard lamp function and refined ergonomics-add to the everyday convenience of using the equipment.
Brakes and Safety
Brakes front and rear are discs, combined with dual-channel ABS, for a stable braking performance. Predictable modulation under heavy braking is offered in the system to complement the sporting handling of the bike.
Key Specs Snapshot
- Engine: 347cc Liquid Cool Parallel Twin
- Power/Torque: ~42 PS / 35 Nm
- Transmission: 6-speed with assist & slipper clutch
- Suspension: USD front forks / adjustable rear monoshock
- Electronics: TFT display, Y-connect smartphone integration, traction control, dual ABS
- Styling: Modern finishes with retro-racing cues
Who Should Buy It?
Rider wants a motorcycle that feels and looks like a classic sport bike but is modern in most reliability and technology. Strong contender for collectors, looking for a middleweight with a snappy engine, good handling, and everyday practicality-just as at home on spirited weekend rides as it is on daily commutes.
Final Word
Yamaha’s RZ350 2025 is a well-thought-out resurrection. It commemorates the racing DNA of the original while offering contemporary performance, electronics, and comfort. For the rider who appreciates heritage entangled with modern engineering, the RZ350 represents a compelling, rounded package.
