Ames2000SS

The RD 250LC and its larger sibling RD 350LC are widely regarded to be among the most exciting motorcycles of the early 1980s. Introduced on the UK market in May 1980, the learner legal 250 proved an instant hit with younger riders and soon achieved ‘cult’ status. The much loved ‘Elsies’ took styling cues from Yamaha’s successful competition bikes and incorporated racing technology adapted for road use such as the water-cooled engine and the mono-shock rear suspension. Many components were interchangeable between the 250cc and 350cc models. RD 250LCs and 350LCs proved successful in production bike racing, befitting their ‘Race Developed’ heritage.

Ames C200bfg

Series C200, C200N Double Check Valve Assembly Backflow Preventers are designed to prevent the backflow of pollutants that are objectionable but not toxic, from entering into the potable water supply. Its compact housing consists of two independently operating tri-link check valves, two shutoff valves, and four test cocks. It features a stainless steel housing and sleeve and is 70% lighter than traditional designs. Series C200, C200N is designed for non-health hazard applications and may be installed under continuous pressure service to protect against both backpressure and backsiphonage. Maximum Working Pressure: 175psi (12.06 bar). Features: Patented tri-link check provides low pressure loss, Can be installed under continuous pressure service and may be subjected to backpressure in nontoxic applications, Extremely compact design is significantly lighter than traditional designs, Entire valve body and closure sleeve manufactured from 304 stainless steel.

At the time of its introduction the RD 250LC was, somewhat controversially, legally classed as a learner’s bike. New legislation introduced in October 1982 would restrict learner riders to 125cc machines of 12bhp, effectively killing the market for 250cc bikes in the UK.