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Pontiac Fiero Trike

In 3 Wheels, America by Abhi2 Comments

Yes, it’s based on a car, but the front end is off a bike (bonus points if you can figure out what it’s from, cause I can’t), so I’m considering this suitable enough to feature. For just $2,000, you too can have a homemade trike with the drivetrain of an automatic Fiero. Seems appropriate to post this on April Fool’s …

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1975 Rupp RST100

In America, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

Founded in 1959, Rupp Manufacturing started out as a kart manufacturer in Mansfeld, Ohio. Within 10 years, they had grown to a 400-employee shop pumping out mini-bikes, go-karts, snowmobiles, and what some people consider to be the first “4 wheeler” – the Rupp Go Joe. Here’s one of their rare mini bikes – the RST 100.

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1966 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide

In America, Cruiser by AbhiLeave a Comment

Here’s a lovely first year example of the Shovelhead engine (with an electric start, of course). The bike has had two owners – the current one has had the bike since 1985. The engine and transmission were recently refreshed and the bike has since been in storage. Though they’re not currently on the bike, all the dresser parts – seat …

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1973 AMF Harley-Davidson Snowmobile

In America by Abhi1 Comment

Right before AMF acquired Harley-Davidson, they entered the snowmobile market under the Ski-Daddler name. Once they had HD’s name, they decided to drop Ski-Daddler for the Harley name, which of course resonated much more with consumers. It didn’t really matter what the name was, though – after 7 years the snowmobile was discontinued.

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634 Miles – 2003 Honda Valkyrie GL1500C

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Outside of the US, this bike was known as the F6C (Flat Six) thanks to the 1,520cc engine pulled from the Gold Wing. This is from the later years of production, after the press had noted their appreciation for the prodigious power and excellent handling/brakes, for a cruiser. If you’d like an example, here’s a review from Motorcycle News .