1975 DT400B, 397cc. Registration number JCC 123N. Frame numb...

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£3,700

1975 DT400B, 397cc. Registration number JCC 123N. Frame number 501-024683. Engine number 501-024683.
Sold with the V5C, Key, receipts for parts used in the restoration.
Introduced towards the end of 1974 the DT400 replaced the existing DT360A at the head of Yamaha's trail bike range. The claimed maximum power output fell from 30 bhp for the DT360A to a little over 20bhp for the 400 but was outweighed by greater flexibility that was more in keeping with the motorcycles intended use as a trail bike. This marked a change in philosophy for Yamaha's trail bike design, the days of the "all round" off roader were coming to an end. Riders were becoming more discerning in their requirements prompting the Japanese manufacturers to produce specialised moto cross, enduro and trail bikes. The YZ range of moto crossers had ceased to be merely stripped down DT's and the IT enduro range was under development allowing the DT range to cater to the leisure rider.
Bought by our serial restorer vendor in 2024 he has comprehensively rebuilt this machine, including a rebuilt crank and cylinder, resleeved to the original spec, fitted with a new Wisco piston, this was undertaken by PJ Motorcycle Engineers, The forks were hard chromed by A.M. Philpot, stainless spokes to the wheels, Rex Speed Shop full electronic ignition and 12V conversion with charging coils. All bearings have been replaced and the frame and metal ware painted.
Now completed it will require light settling in as he is now on with his next project.