Post-Listing Update: This KTM got no interest at the opening bid of $1,500. A rare bird in the US, the KTM 80MX was KTM’s first foray into 80cc youth bikes and they’re quite the collector’s item now. What blows my mind is how much power this tiny bike was capable of putting down – check out this vintage ‘ad’ for …
Needs Some Work – 1978 Ducati 500GTL
The Ducati 500GTL is one of the cheapest ways of getting into the world of classic Ducs. Unfortunately, that’s because the bike didn’t sell very well – about 7,000 were produced over a 8 year run. The bike developed a reputation for being unreliable because it would occasionally lunch crankcases.
1975 Laverda 750 SF
3-8 Update: Reader Jim R has let me know that this bike is now available here on Craigslist for $8,500. Post-Listing Update: This SF2 did not meet reserve with bidding up to $6,100. The Laverda 750 SF2 was not particularly impressive on paper: just 65 horsepower out of 744cc at a time when the “Superbike” category was getting into full …
Worth Motorcycles Build – 1976 BMW R60/6 Cafe Racer
Post-Listing Update: This bike got up to $7,877 before being relisted and then pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. It’s almost like I planned it, but the timing is just pure coincidence. Just a day after I featured Jeremy Malman of Worth Motorcycles in an interview, I see that one of their builds is available on eBay for …
61 Miles – 1958 BSA Catalina Scrambler
In the 1956 Catalina Grand Prix, nearly 1,000 riders came together to fight it out and earn the title of champion. The guy who succeeded was Chuck Minert, who won on a BSA Gold Star. BSA’s West Coast distributor asked for a replica of the winning bike, and the result was the BSA Catalina Scrambler.
Video Intermission – ICON’s Raiden Files
Here’s a video from ICON advertising their Raiden line of clothing. The first 3 minutes are silly, but once the riding starts it’s quite enjoyable to watch:
2009 BMW HP2 Sport
The BMW HP2 Sport is one of the rarest bikes from the last few decades of BMW motorcycles. It certain ways, it was a tough sell. Loosely based on the R1200S, this was a very pricey and exclusive sportbike that put down less power than its competitors but handled like a dream.
9,600 Miles – 1975 Honda CB550K
Adorned in a beautiful Candy Jade Green paint job, this CB550K has had just one owner who put just 9,600 miles on it. Like yesterday’s one-owner /6, this bike (VIN: CB550-1203812) has been setup for touring with a Vetter Windjammer fairing, barbacks, luggage rack, and more.
Interview – Jeremy Malman, Worth Motorcycles
I like this post because I get to combine an interview with an interesting motorcyclist and the ‘bikers helping bikers‘ concept that I’d like to do monthly. So without further ado, let’s take a look at Jeremy Malman and Worth Motorcycles.
1954 MV Agusta Disco Volante
MV Agusta Disco Volante (Italian for Flying Saucer, affectionately named due to the distinctive tank) was formally known as the 175 CSS. It was a popular “Super Sport” that’s a perfect candidate for your local Giro.
1964 Gilera 124 Sei Giorni Speciale
The Gilera 124 Sei Giorni Speciale (Six Days Special) was built to celebrate Gilera’s success in the International Six Days Trial.
Original Owner – 1975 BMW R90/6
Here’s a BMW R90/6 that’s been prepped for touring duty with a Luftmeister fairing, Krauser bags, and an extra 2-up seat. Despite the fact that it’s setup to cover all kinds of mileage, this one owner bike has just 20,257 miles over 40 years of life. Two years ago the bike was completely gone through – work included a carb …
1978 Ducati 900 NCR
Here’s a beautiful example of a real NCR that was apparently an ex-works Ducati ridden by factory test rider Carlo Saltarelli.
Video Intermission – Motorcycle Soccer
Regular viewers of Top Gear (the British version) may remember a couple of segments where the hosts played “Car Football”, like in this amusing review of the Volkswagen Fox: Well, here’s a great video of some British guys giving the sport a whirl on two wheels. Look how they “dribble” by basically pinning the ball to the bike as they …
Over $120k – 2005 Kawasaki KX250
Post-Sale Update: After 108 bids on eBay, this KX250 sold for $241,000.01. You know, about $1,000 per cc. I look forward to seeing if the sale goes through or if this bike gets relisted. You’re probably wondering why the bidding on this bike is so high. Well, a couple of weeks ago at the Atlanta Supercross, teams came together as …