Post-Sale Update: This Coppa Italia sold for $9,495. A very limited edition of the V11, the Coppa Italia was very well spec’d, with Ohlins suspension, Brembo brakes, an optional $2,000 titanium exhaust, and more. I’ve seen estimates of production between 40 and 50 – here’s one that’s claimed to be extremely well-cared for.
Curtis Framed – 1967 Norton Cafe Racer
View PostVideo Intermission – Revatu Black Pearl
View Post1 of 25 Police Models – 1967 Honda CB450P
View PostRotary Project – 1975 Suzuki RE5
Nowadays, mention of a rotary engine usually makes gearheads think of the Mazda RX-7 and RX-8, but in the 70’s all four major Japanese motorcycle companies were at least in the prototype stage. Suzuki was the only Japanese company to bring a rotary into production, though it was for just two years. Between the two years of production, the ’75 …
Grande Grunge – 1977 Honda CB750 Custom
Post-Listing Update: Grande Grunge did not meet reserve with bidding up to $2,550. I’ve featured a Powder Monkees build before – that was the “Wabi-Sabi“, and I have to say I liked that bike more than this, the Grande Grunge.
Black and White – 1974 BMW R90/6 with Sidecar
View Post$2.5k – 1996 Triumph Daytona 900
This very yellow Triumph Daytona has been owned by the current seller twice, but now he’s selling it so maybe he can buy it back from you to own it a 3rd time.
1962 Honda CB77 Super Hawk
The Honda CB77, also known as the the Super Hawk, has the glorious distinction of being Honda’s first sportbike. This bike, in many ways like the Vincent Black Shadow, set the template for the next 20 years of motorcycles. Unlike the Black Shadow, though, the Superhawk was known for both speed and reliability, and it would lead to several future …
The Big One – 1994 Honda CB1000
Affectionately known as the Big One, the Honda CB1000 was produced for just two years as a bike that stood out in a world of superbike replicas with acres of plastic bodywork. The slightly detuned engine didn’t help sales, and Americans weren’t ready for standards – the CB1000 ended up as a poorly-known cult classic.
1972 Norton Commando Combat Cafe Racer
Post-Listing Update: After being relisted several times, this Commando Combat did not meet reserve with bidding up to $6,600. Norton Commando fans know that 1972 was a bad year for the motorcycle. The British firm introduced an upgraded engine, designated the Combat. Unfortunately, the bearings would often self-destruct, rendering the engine useless.
Restored in Australia – 1973 Ducati 750GT
A restored example of the Ducati 750GT, this bike has enjoyed almost a complete repaint (minus the frame).
2007 Nash Shovelhead Custom
Built by Nash Motorcycle Company, “Slugger” is built around a ’84 Harley Shovel, though it’s titled as a 2007 Special Construction. It’s got a kick start, jockey shift, and only a rear brake. I’ve been starting at the details for 15 minutes and I still can’t decide if I like it or not – what do you think?
1962 Gilera Giubileo
View Post1942 Indian Sport Scout
After the success of the legendary 101 Scout, Indian did not have much luck with the Standard Scout or Motoplane. They attempted to remedy the common complaints with the Sport Scout in 1934, which was still 15 pounds higher than the 101 but had some success in racing – it won the first Daytona 200, held in 1937. Here’s a …