As the CBX shifted from a large naked sportbike to a faired gentleman’s express, Honda decided to bolster their large-displacement sportbike lineup by finally bringing exporting the CB900F that Europeans had already been enjoying. Initially, Honda’s marketing team had decided that America would only get the 750F and Europe would only get the 900F, but that eventually changed as both …
Rare Electrical Project – 1974 MV Agusta 350S Elettronica
Post Listing Update: This MV did not meet reserve despite 19 bids up to $7,100 on eBay. Built between 1970 and 1974, the MV Agusta 350S was offered in a variety of models including a fully-faired sport bike and an exquisite scrambler. 1972 brought electronic ignition into the fold, which was announced with “ELETTRONICA” on the sidecovers and as part …
1973 Triumph TR5T Trophy Trail 500
Post Sale Update: This Trophy Trail did not meet reserve despite 22 bids up to $5,800 on eBay. The Triumph TR5T Trophy Trail 500 was based on a trials machine designed for off-road use. For just two years (’73-’74), Triumph built the Trophy Trail, also known as the Adventurer, which was fairly successful in competition events such as the ISDT.
Needs Tuning – 1969 Greeves Ranger
Post Listing Update: This Greeves was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Founded by Bert Greeves, the Greeves motorcycle company started when Bert was mowing his lawn and thought of mounting a lawnmower engine to the wheelchair of his disabled cousin to help with mobility. That led to a government contract, and Bert was inspired by his success …
UK Nostalgia Project – Sidewinder Sidecar
Alright, so it’s not a motorcycle, it’s in the UK, and it needs a little bit of work. But I think the Sidewinder sidecar is very interesting, and they’re hard to find. Why are they so interesting? Because they’re all about flaunting the rules.
Ending Soon – 1964 Ford Falcon Drivetrain Trike
Post Sale Update: This custom trike sold for $4,650 after 22 bids on eBay. The owner of a custom car shop sourced a Ford Falcon that a tree fell on top of, pulled out the drivetrain, and then created this gigantic trike that he uses as a daily driver.
1999 Laverda 750S Sport Formula
9-16-18 Update: A few months later, Mazlow Petosa notes that this bike is currently available at Iconic Motorbikes with a better listing, more information, and a higher asking price. Find it for $7,445 in Marina del Rey, California here at Iconic Motorbikes. This Laverda was acquired as a poorly-modified custom by a well-known collector in Los Angeles who then took …
1936 BMW R4
Post Listing Update: This R4 did not meet reserve despite $10,300 after 20 bids on eBay. As the 30s rolled around and Depression hit, BMW saw the need for a diminutive single-cylinder bike to offer alongside its twins. The sub 200cc R2 sold quite well, but the BMW R4 was an intermediate bike between the budget single and the bigger …
All 4 Years – Yamaha DT-1 Collection
Post Listing Update: This collection of DT-1 did not get any interest at the asking price of $35,000. The DT-1 is one of the most popular motorcycles that Yamaha ever created, and it lasted from 1968-1971. A seller in Idaho has restored examples from each year, and he or she is looking to sell all four of them as a …
1936 BMW R2
Post Sale Update: This R2 sold for $12,099 after 39 bids on eBay in Corona, California. Built between 1931 and 1936, the R2 was the smallest displacement motorcycle ever built by BMW. Powered by a 198cc OHV single, the R2 could hit 59 miles per hour thanks to 6 horsepower – later on (1934) an Amal carb helped bump power …
Ending Soon – 1959 Moto Morini Tresette Sprint
Post Listing Update: This Morini did not meet reserve despite 14 bids up to $5,500. 9-13-18 Update: Two months later, reader David S notes that this bike is back up for sale – but this time it’s got a BIN option. Find it with bidding up to $5,000 and the reserve not yet met or a BIN of $7,500 here …
No Reserve – 1974 BMW R90S
Post Sale Update: This R90S sold for $7,567 after 34 bids on eBay. When it was released in 1974, the R90S was a game-changer for BMW. With oversight from Hans Muth, this bike was built to show the world that the German firm could make more than just touring bikes for old guys. Reg Pridmore helped soldify that claim with …
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View PostNice Price – 2000 Aprilia RSV Mille
Post Listing Update: This Mille somehow did not get any action at the BIN of $2,268 on eBay. The Aprilia RSV Mille was part of a wonderful time in history when 1000cc V-Twins were the pinnacle of performance. They behave like warhammers compared to today’s more svelte 4 cylinders, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t special. The twin circular taillights …
M1030M1 – 2009 Kawasaki KLR650
Post Sale Update: This diesel KLR sold for $5,736 after 19 bids on eBay. KLR fans, take a close look at that motor. If it looks different than what you’re used to, it’s because this is a diesel-powered Kawasaki built by Hayes Diversified Technologies for the US Marine Corps. Hayes actually built 3 military Kawis – a gas-powered bike based …