I was really on the fence about featuring this because I obviously try to keep my posts limited to motorcycles. I’m going to pretend this is close enough, and maybe one of my Harley-loving readers will want to snap up this very expensive bicycle.
1968 Penton Six Days 125 ISDT
Post-Sale Update: This Penton Six Days 125 ISDT sold for $1,895 on eBay after 23 bids. The seller says this is “ugly but runs fantastic.” I actually love the way it looks, as long as it all stays together! The Penton Six Days 125 (actually called the “Six Day”) was a very important motorcycle – it was the start of …
“Earache” – 1968 BSA A65 Custom
While writing up a Triumph Salt Flat Racer a few days ago, I stumbled upon Factory Metal Works. On their site I discovered a beautiful custom built around a BSA A65 motor – they’ve named it “Earache”, and I’m a fan.
1974 Rokon RT340
The Rokon RT340 was a rare ‘one-wheel’ drive bike featuring an automatic transmission from the company best known for making the go-anywhere Trailbreaker. Because of the transmission, you might suspect it was geared (no pun intended) towards beginners who wanted to learn in the dirt without worrying about shifting, but Rokon built this to compete. It even took 3rd place …
927 Miles – 1983 Harley-Davidson XR1000
Post-Sale Update: This Harley-Davidson XR1000 sold for $14,909 after 25 bids on eBay. The Harley-Davidson XR1000 was a street-oriented evolution of the legendary XR750. Here’s a nice example of the sportiest street bike H-D made at the time with just 927 miles.
It’s Here – 2015 Polaris Slingshot
I haven’t had a chance to try one of these (yet), and I’m not convinced the Polaris Slingshot has a place in the market, but I’m all for more options for the consumer so I figured I’d let you know they’re finally out.
1967 Van Tech Honda S90
11-5 Update: Looks like this Van Tech Honda S90 is back up for sale. It’s unclear what has changed with the bike during the new owner’s care, but it’s now available in Upland, California with bidding up to $2,850 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. Post-Sale Update: This Van Tech Honda S90 sold for $2,250 on eBay. …
Euro Model – 1977 Harley-Davidson XLCR
I’ve featured plenty of examples of the XLCR before – I find it quite an interesting milestone in Harley’s history. Here’s an example that stands out even further as it’s a euro model, complete with gauges in kilometers: This specific model has just 5,771 miles and is being offered from a private collection. It runs “as it should”, and it …
Two Wheel Drive – 2012 Christini 450DS
The Christini 450DS has a special mechanical system that enables both wheels to be driven by the engine, with a series of chains and shafts that power the front wheel in addition to the rear. Check out the technological details here on the Christini website.
The Affordable Exotic – 2007 Fischer MRX
Post-Listing Update: This Fischer was relisted multiple times on eBay at $3,900 with no action, and it looks like it’s now off the market. 11-2 Update: Reader John K. notes that this bike is back up on the block, apparently the first sale did not go through. Find it in Minneapolis with an opening bid of $3,900 here on eBay. …
Born Free Custom – 1964 Harley FL
Built by Atomic Custom, this Harley FL was invited to Born Free 6. As you’d expect, modifications are plentiful. The highlights include Wiseco forged piston in a engine put together with a ’64 bottom end and ’66 top end. It has a Primo belt drive, full inline springer, round spoke Invader wheels, and a hell of a paint job. Find …
1977 Harley-Davidson XLCR Cafe Racer
The Harley Davidson XLCR was one of the many bikes in history that was initially hailed as an instant collector bike…that no one bought. Designed by Willie G. Davidson, this bike was supposed to be a black beauty featuring HD’s most powerful production engine yet. The lovely siamese exhaust and bikini fairing were very unique – this was quite the …
1 of 100 – 2001 Radical Paint Buell Lightning X-1
As a dealer option, Buell offered some limited edition sets of bodywork. This bike features the “Liquid Lightning” version of the “Radical Paint Set”. Just 100 were offered, and this #14.
2007 Custom Flat Tracker with XR750 Engine
This bike is a combination of some interesting parts – a XR750 engine from former Harley team rider Rich King, a new C&J flat-track frame, carbon fiber bodywork which are claimed to be former factory team parts, and the front forks from a Honda CBR600.
1942 Harley-Davidson WLA
Of all the motorcycles Harley produced for the military, the Harley-Davidson WLA was by far the most common – though that doesn’t mean it’s easy to find nowadays. Based on the WL (W – a model line of bikes, L – high compression, A – Army), this bike helped create a dramatic rise in Harley’s popularity as surplus bikes were …