[{"id": 11264076, "authorName": "RiviZiggy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/riviziggy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Impressive shape for the miles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682017699, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11264150, "authorName": "KawTriple2t", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/kawtriple2t/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The second 350LC from Oregon on BAT in as many weeks.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682017906, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11264191, "authorName": "GigPete", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gigpete/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Identical, but for that chin spoiler, to the couple-year-old one I had as a teenager. Sure, the blue/white ones were faster, but the red/black ones handled better.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682018062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11264345, "authorName": "ktm_rick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ktm_rick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The stock Canadian pipes were a lot better than the US version with cats. Nice bike. You need to redline her now and then to clean her out!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682018521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11264492, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi folks! Jorge here, owner of the \"Elsie\" RD350 LC at auction. Right, ktm_rick, no CATs here (that came later with the RZ version in 1984). When doing the riding videos, I was tempted to clean out the pipes, but I'll let the next owner wring its neck!\r\nI'll do my best to answer all questions as accurately and quickly as possible - have fun bidding everyone!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682019017, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11264890, "authorName": "aherold11", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/aherold11/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "error", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682020875, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11265006, "authorName": "67bullitt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/67bullitt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Love these bikes..\r\nScreamers for Sure!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682021081, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11265210, "authorName": "JHO22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jho22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jorge GLWA was sad to see mine leave today in a trailer headed to Florida", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682021915, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11265347, "authorName": "Yamasmoker", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yamasmoker/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JHO22 I'm keeping mine!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1682022529, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11265484, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JHO22 - There's a way to solve that......;-)\r\n\r\nYours was indeed a beautiful bike.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682023175, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11268499, "authorName": "cjpennington", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/cjpennington/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Growing up in England in the 80\u2019s this was THE bike your 16 year old heart lusted over! Add some tuning from Stan Stevens and a pair of Allspeed or Micron exhausts and you were a riding god! \ud83d\ude0e. GLWTA, I\u2019m sure this will bring many smiles to the new owner. Now where could I hide this from my wife\u2026..", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1682042246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11270462, "authorName": "AntWare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/antware/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "At my house. \ud83d\ude01", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682089987, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11270483, "authorName": "Lubyscrane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lubyscrane/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are there any bottom end noises present ? Also has there been a recent compression check?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682090190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11270958, "authorName": "Oldbritishcarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/oldbritishcarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Bought one like this new back in '82, kept it for a couple of years and moved on to an '85 RZ350. Loved them both. By the way, the black bikes were from '82 while the white ones are '81, otherwise they are identical. Ring-Ding.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682094099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271062, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@cjpennington: ....and those Micron and Allspeed expansion chambers are still available! These bikes enjoy a huge following in England (as you may know). See rdlccrazy.proboards.com for technical info and yambits.co.uk for all the parts you could ever need - these bikes are really well supported!\r\nJorge", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682094746, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11271276, "authorName": "Winbo3", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/winbo3/", "bidAmount": 3470, "content": "$3,470 bid placed by Winbo3", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682096068, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11276583, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just a point of clarification regarding mileage as stated in the write-up: I\u2019ve ridden it about 900 kms, or about 565 miles total\u2026.leaving a faint hint of Blendzall wherever I go \ud83d\ude03\ud83d\ude03", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682123195, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11281288, "authorName": "Andyr999", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/andyr999/", "bidAmount": 3570, "content": "$3,570 bid placed by Andyr999", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682191705, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11286538, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "...and to add a little more info on these bikes (particularly in the UK):\r\n\r\nhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzCRRTM4rEk\r\n\r\nQuick 5 minute video....bring out your inner hooligan!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682268062, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11303783, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few more details regarding this \"Mars Bar\" Elsie (so named in England because the paint scheme matched the Mars candy bar wrapper of the day): the bike is unusually original: stock carbs, air cleaner, pipes, tank (no dents, original paint!), side covers, fenders, seat, and original cast wheels in great shape. It's all there for a ground up resto, or ride it as is!\r\nAnd if you want even more performance, this is the same engine that was used up until 2012 in the Yamaha YFZ350 Banshee racing quad - so a ton of high performance parts and tuning info is available that would apply directly to the bike. I have really enjoyed bringing this historical scoot back to life; it's now time for someone else to enjoy it!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682442411, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11310312, "authorName": "JHO22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jho22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jorge sorry, quite a different engine from the Banshee. Many crossover parts, but many significant differences as well. Cylinder stud pattern is the same as the earlier aircooled motors, and not compatible with RZ or Banshee cyls.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682487966, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11312194, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks for the correct info, JHO22. \"You learn something new every day\" :-)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682526039, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11319385, "authorName": "Bike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bike/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by Bike", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682599361, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11320104, "authorName": "JHO22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jho22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Jorge regardless, these are fantastic bikes that deserve every bit of their cult status. This model represents a huge evolutionary leap forward, and should bring your auction winner many smiles per mile. GLWA!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1682605896, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11320569, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JHO22 - I couldn't have said it better myself! Thank you!\r\nJorge", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682609864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11322738, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 5000, "content": "$5,000 bid placed by NewmanLake", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682620273, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323375, "authorName": "robertdry99", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robertdry99/", "bidAmount": 5100, "content": "$5,100 bid placed by robertdry99", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682622495, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323531, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 5200, "content": "$5,200 bid placed by Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623331, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323600, "authorName": "AntWare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/antware/", "bidAmount": 5300, "content": "$5,300 bid placed by AntWare", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623544, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323608, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 5400, "content": "$5,400 bid placed by Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623565, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323615, "authorName": "AntWare", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/antware/", "bidAmount": 5500, "content": "$5,500 bid placed by AntWare", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623587, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323623, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 5600, "content": "$5,600 bid placed by NewmanLake", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623611, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323625, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 5700, "content": "$5,700 bid placed by Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623624, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323633, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 6000, "content": "$6,000 bid placed by NewmanLake", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623663, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323641, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 6200, "content": "$6,200 bid placed by Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623684, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323650, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm out! GLWTA!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11323668, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 6300, "content": "$6,300 bid placed by NewmanLake", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623784, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323674, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Changed my mind!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623803, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11323676, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 6400, "content": "$6,400 bid placed by Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623812, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 11323714, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 4/27/23 for $6,400 to Zweitakter", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623932, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 11323725, "authorName": "NewmanLake", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/newmanlake/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats buddy. Looks like you weren't going to lose out on this one!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682623962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11323789, "authorName": "Jorge (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jorge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks to all bidders! @NewmanLake, you almost had it there!\r\nCongratulations @Zweitakter! Looking forward to closing the deal with you! You will love the bike!\r\nJorge", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682624215, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11323894, "authorName": "Zweitakter", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zweitakter/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Thanks\r\n\r\nI have mended many years ago for friends but never owned one. It gets to the point if not now never as we get older", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1682624625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 11323982, "authorName": "Hercule_LaJoy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/hercule_lajoy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fitting name for the winning bidder.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1682625082, "type": "comment"}]