NSU 351 OSL vs Yamaha RD 350 N (1990)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the NSU 351 OSLstacks up against the Yamaha RD 350 N. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecNSU 351 OSLYamaha RD 350 N
Model year19401990
Price
Engine346 cc347 cc
Horsepower18 hp50 hp
Weight110 kg
Fuel capacity4.5 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed6-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Dual disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires3.25-19 / 3.25-19 90/90-18 / 110/80-18

NSU 351 OSL vs Yamaha RD 350 N — which should you buy?

Picking between the NSU 351 OSL and the Yamaha RD 350 N usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the NSU 351 OSL brings 18 hp in a 110 kg package, while the Yamaha RD 350 N counters with 50 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: