In 1959, Moto Morini introduced the Corsaro (Italian for Pirate), a 125cc sportster that produced 7.5 horsepower.
Le Mans III Bodywork – 2003 Moto Guzzi California 1100
Wearing the bodywork from a 80s Le Mans, this interesting Moto Guzzi started as a 2003 California 1100 Aluminum Special Sport model. Per the seller, “other high quality parts were also added to complete a “Le Mans 3” look, but the higher bars were maintained for comfort.“
3 Miles – 1986 Moto Morini K2 350
Moto Morini’s heyday with production bikes was in the 70s with the legendary 3 1/2, but they weren’t able to retain the magic and after a decline in the 80s the company was sold to Cagiva. During that slide, they released a spiritual successor with top notch components and a dry weight of just 330 pounds. It was called the …
Sean Wotherspoon Edition – 2021 Vespa Primavera 50 With 60 Miles
Every year, Vespa partners with someone to create a limited edition of one of their scooters – typically with cosmetic changes only. In 2020, they partnered up with Sean Wotherspoon to create a multi-colored version…every time I look at it, I think of a VW Golf Harlequin!
CB1100R Motor – 1982 Bimota HB2
The successor of the uber-limited HB1, the Bimota HB2 replicated the formula of Honda engine inside a Bimota frame. This time Bimota used the engine from the CB900F, and produced a much more reasonable number of examples – 193 of them. But this one may be a one-of-one, as the original owner decided to go a slightly different route with …
2000 Vee Two Squalo
Over on the auction site we’ve got a very interesting Australian/Italian hybrid built by Brook Henry of Vee Two – meet the Squalo!
Still New – 1997 Moto Guzzi California 75th Anniversary
Moto Guzzi turned 75 years old in 1996, and they celebrated with their loyal customers by releasing a special edition of the California which was limited to just 750 examples worldwide.. The special edition was $400 extra for a MSRP of $11,390.
Nice Price – 2023 Moto Guzzi V100 Mandello Aviazione Navale
Moto Guzzi has had a bit of revival in the last couple of years thanks to a new liquid-cooled platform – I went to Spain last year to review the new Stelvio for RevZilla but the bike that started it all off was the V100 Mandello. The Mandello has sold pretty well and I’d say it’s brought some buyers to …
1993 Bimota DB2
One of the few 100% Italian Bimotas of the 90s, the DB2 featured a 900cc 2 valve Ducati engine (best known for its usage in the 900SS).
1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans Mk1
Arguably the successor to the V7 Sport, the Moto Guzzi 850 LeMans was named after the famous race in France. Guzzi took a modified version of the 850T engine and wrapped it in interesting styling that has led to it becoming a cult classic.
245 Miles – 2008 Ducati Hypermotard 1100S
The first time I met Bike-urious reader Glen Irani, he let me take his Ducati Hypermotard 1100S out for a spin – I’ve been in love with the air-cooled model ever since. They’re incredibly fun to ride, which is why it’s surprising to see one with just 245 miles on it.
Norcati Project in England
A small production company that was trying to create a limited run of Ducati-engined Norton hybrids is unfortuantely selling off their stock to someone who can hopefully keep things going. The main item is the featured bike, though there’s also an unfinished project, some stock Ducatis, and tools like welders, frame jigs, pipe benders, and more…including the UK trademark on …
1984 Di Blasi Folding Scooter
Every time I feature a Di Blasi, I feel obligated to share their website, which looks like it hasn’t been touched since the 90s. But beyond that, it’s always cool to see a quality folding two-wheeler!
2021 Ducati Superleggera V4 #425
Over on Iconic, we’ve got one of the most impressive Ducatis ever built – the the Superleggera (Italian for “super light”) variant of the Panigale V4!
“Fabbri Special” in Holland – 1960 Rumi 4-Cylinder Special
Moto Rumi decided to build small motorbikes in Italy after World War II to provide transportation for the masses, and they built all their models (from scooters to race bikes) around the same 125cc two-stroke twin engine. The man in charge of two-wheel design (Donnino Rumi) was a sculptor, and you could see that in several of his designs – …