Post Listing Update: This Interceptor did not meet reserve despite 32 bids up to $4,250. In 2008, the seller of this bike took a ’84 Interceptor and restomodded it to what you see here. It was featured in the June 2014 issue of Practical Sportsbikes Magazine, who said “The overall effect is understated, subtle and very much as if Honda …
Suggestions for Mexico?
This weekend, Spurgeon from RevZilla and I will take off from Los Angeles on our way to Cabo. I’ve sort of done this trip before on a R1100S, but this time around I’ll be on a R1200GS – opening up the possibility of some dirt. So I turn to you, my loyal reader: what should I see? Who should I …
Picture Intermission – Indiana Jones Sidecar Replica
Back in 2007, someone in Kansas picked up a CJ750 on eBay and had it shipped from China. He went from never having been on a motorcycle before to having to put one together (the engine was out of the frame when he received it). He originally built it as a WWII replica bike, but over the course of this …
Running the MotoGiro, Part 1
I’ve featured reader Jim R before thanks to his passion for early Kawasaki singles and that the fact that he’s picked up a couple of them through Bike-urious. He’s a true motorcycling nut, having owned hundreds of bikes over the years. As he puts it, he ‘restores and transports bikes as a money losing hobby and generally has something to …
Never Started in England – 1987 Benelli 304
30 years ago, this Benelli was unpacked and put on display. That’s pretty much where it has stayed since, which is why the seller says it’s basically new.
Restored – 1968 Triumph Bonneville
Restored by Commando Specialties, this Bonneville has spent the last year on display in their showroom. Who’s ready to get it back on the road?
Unexpected Custom – 1968 Royal Enfield Interceptor
Post Listing Update: This custom Interceptor did not get any action at the asking price of $30,000. This Interceptor was built by Charlie Giordano of Tailgunner Exhausts (so it obviously features their trademark rotating gatling gun mufflers). Ignoring that, this bike is quite polarizing – what do you think of it?
1989 Honda NX650 Dominator
My first taste of dual-sporting was with a beat up NX650, so I’ve got a bit of a soft spot for them. They don’t come up for sale very often, and this is one of the nicest I’ve seen in a while (I’d put the original front fender back on in an instant, though).
Ending Soon – 1983 Honda MVX250F
The MVX250F stands out for a few reasons – but the most notable is the unusual two-stroke V3 motor. Honda has a well-earned reputation for reliability but this was one of their few misses. That just makes it all the more impressive to see one still around and kicking, especially as they were only really sold in Japan and New …
Free – 1986 Kawasaki LTD454 Project
No, that’s not a typo. If you’re in the Bay Area, Evolution Motorcycles has a Kawasaki LTD that’s been sitting for a while (with compression issues in one cylinder) that they’re trying to get rid of. It needs work, but you can’t argue with the price!
Guess That Bike – Front Wheel Edition
While I was hanging out with reader JB this weekend, he took a photo of an interesting front wheel. I thought it would make a great Guess That Bike feature…was I right, or is this one too easy?
Production Racer – 1956 Matchless G45
1-29-17 Update: 2 years later, this G45 is back up for sale. Bidding is up to $10,000 with the reserve not yet met here on eBay. 1-14-15 Update: Though it did not sell for a BIN of $55,000 last time, this G45 is back up for sale with a BIN of $58,000 or best offer here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: …
5 Rarities in Italy
A elderly gentleman in Carini, Italy has a collection of bikes, most of which he has owned for over 30 years. Unfortunately, he is getting old and needs to sell some motorcycles, so a group of his friends are helping out. They’ve currently got 5 bikes up on eBay, and all are said to be “in beautiful restored condition” and …
1971 Norton Commando 750 Cafe Racer
Any reader of this site doesn’t need an explanation of why the Norton Commando is one of the legends of motorcycling history. I like this example because it’s got a “cafe” tank, seat, and clipons – I think it’s a beautiful twist on a legend. What do you say?
Video Intermission – Popp Over America
Joe Popp describes himself as “a musician, composer, writer, studio designer, amplifier/effects builder, motorcyclist, and skateboarder.” Currently, he’s on a tour of the 48 contiguous states with his Honda VFR, performing concerts and meeting people along the way. Looks like he’s trying to create a show, as he recently released the pilot. It’s called Popp Over America, and it’s worth …