Post-Sale Update: After 53 bids on eBay, this Bonneville Sport Scout sold for $21,000. In 1939, Indian released “Bonneville” versions of the Sport Scout and Chief after Fred Ludlow set 750cc and 1,200cc records in Bonneville on Indian powered bikes. The “Bonneville” bikes got you high comp pistons, longer-duration cams, and the option of magneto ignition. This example was last …
2015 Arch KRGT-1
In 2006, Gard Hollinger customized a Harley-Davidson Dyna for actor Keanu Reeves, turning it into a long, low, and shiny sport cruiser. Reeves was apparently so enamored with it that he convinced Hollinger to start a company and produce a motorcycle with him. A few years later, Arch was born, and they released their first model – the KRGT-1.
NASCAR Promotion – 2001 Harley-Davidson Sportster 883
I can’t find an independent source to verify this, but according to the seller, this is one of four Sportsters built as a giveaway at NASCAR races in 2001. The promotion was organized by Miller Brewing, who was sponsoring driver Rusty Wallace at the time. Thus, these four bikes were all given a special paint scheme inspired by Rusty’s livery. …
1972 Rockford Chibi Deluxe
Rockford Motors was the American importer for the wonderful Bridgestone motorcycles that occasionally dotted US roads. In ’71, Bridgestone stopped selling bikes, leaving Rockford with a gap in their product portfolio. They decided to take over manufacturing rights for the tiniest Bridgestones, specifically the 100cc “Taka” and two 60cc bikes – the “Tora” and the Rockford Chibi which you see …
In Canada – Homebrew 3 Wheeler Build
Sites like BikeEXIF are constantly saying that the Honda CX650 has become a new darling of the custom motorcycle world. Here’s something a little bit different using thatsame powerplant. Built with 136 ft of 1 inch square tubing and 3 sheets of 6061T6 aircraft alloy, this cool build is reminiscent of a Morgan 3 Wheeler.
Panhead Cop – 1960 Harley-Davidson Police
Post-Sale Update: This Panhead Police bike sold for $26,201 after 71 bids on eBay. According to the seller, this Harley has always been equipped as a police bike with a sidecar. While it’s currently decommissioned, the sweet police parts were not stripped, the wires were just cut. If you’re OK with some electrical work, you could have yourself a bike …
2013 EBR 1190RS Carbon Edition
In 2011, Erik and his company, Erik Buell Racing (EBR), decided to get back in the sportbike game with a bang – the EBR 1190RS. The RS featured a powerplant that produced 175 horsepower just shy of 10,000 rpm, and it weighed less than 400 pounds wet. This is one of the extra rare Carbon Edition models.
In Canada – 2011 Confederate P120 Fighter
It’s a love-it-or-hate-it kind of motorcycle (I love it, at least the looks), but you can’t deny that the Confederate Fighter is distinctive. This example is slicker than your average as the seller has put a lot of thought and money into handling some of the more ‘boring’ aspects like the cooling and electrical systems.
1939 Harley-Davidson Big Twin Sidecar
The seller calls this a U/ULH because the motor is from a U but it has ULH barrels that were bored .20 over. Either way, he’s had the three wheeled rig since 1969 and it’s claimed to run and handle perfectly after a ‘complete refurbishment’ 5 years ago. Hope you like red!
Petersen Museum Veteran – 1918 Harley Davidson 8-Valve Board Track Racer Replica
View PostSons of Anarchy Star – 1946 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead Model E
Were you a big fan of Sons of Anarchy? Well, here’s your chance to acquire John Teller’s motorcycle, which was present for six season of the show. Besides, how often do you get to buy a motorcycle that has a die-cast toy replica?
Restored – 1948 Indian Chief
As 1948 rolled around, the Chief was the only model Indian offered. Later that year the Arrow would come around, but that’s a story for another day. Here’s an example that’s been restored to her former glory and recently won a recent People’s Choice Award, to boot.
Ending Soon – 1978 Harley-Davidson MX-250
In Harley’s long history, they’ve only offered one motocross bike – the MX-250 built by Aermacchi. This example has been modified to widen the powerband of the engine, and it’s one of the few examples I’ve seen that’s ready to get dirty or even compete.
Electric Cafe – 2012 Zero XU Custom
Post-Sale Update: This custom electric sold for $1,975 after 15 bids on eBay. Introduced in 2011, Zero’s XU model utilized a dirt bike frame but it was designed for street riding. One year later the bike gained belt drive, a new AC motor, and 50% more battery capacity. Two years later the bike was discontinued, making room for more new …
25th Anniversary – 2008 Buell Ulysses XB12XT
A couple of years after the XB12X was released, Buell introduced the XB12XT in 2008, during the 25th Anniversary of the marque. The X was a big dual-sport, but the XT is an ‘adventure-tourer’ with a lower seat, hard luggage, taller windscreen, heated grips, and more.