Harley-Davidson Model A vs Yamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect) (1990)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Harley-Davidson Model Astacks up against the Yamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect). Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHarley-Davidson Model AYamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect)
Model year19261990
Price
Engine345 cc347 cc
Horsepower27 hp
Weight113 kg
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission6-speed
Front brakesDual disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires3-27 / 3-27 90/90-18 / 110/80-18

Harley-Davidson Model A vs Yamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect) — which should you buy?

Picking between the Harley-Davidson Model A and the Yamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect) usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Harley-Davidson Model A brings its published horsepower in a 113 kg package, while the Yamaha RD 350 F (reduced effect) counters with 27 hp.

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: