Post Listing Update: The seller bumped up the BIN to $6,995 and this Guzzi did not sell. As a bike enthusiast, and a relatively young one at that, most of my knowledge is skewed toward the fuel-injected late model end of the spectrum. Admittedly, I have never seen a Moto Guzzi Norge GT. I don’t even recall seeing one on …
1 of 106 – 1984 Bimota SB4S
Post Listing Update: This SB4S did not meet reserve despite 20 bids up to $12,000. One of Bimota’s rarest motorcycles, the SB4S was produced as a complete bike and in kit form – 34 of the former and 72 of the latter, which makes a total of 106. The differences between the SB4 and the SB4S were the addition of …
Smallest Harley Ever – 1965 Harley-Davidson M50
The conclusion of the Second World War saw a huge demand for lightweight, economical, two-wheelers, leading to an influx in the segment’s popularity. A decade or so later, and it became increasingly clear to the suits at Harley-Davidson that by neglecting this segment, money was being left on the table. The MoCo did offer a few small-displacement scoots based on …
Located in Greece – 1974 Ducati Scrambler 350
The Desmodromic valve system has become a Ducati trademark, though it goes back to at least 1910 where the English brand Arnott created the first Desmo system, “a shaped annular cam”. It remained in the racing sector until Ducati started using it. In fact, after Ducati’s first usage in 1956 on a 125 Grand Prix at the Swedish GP, the …
Piece of Art – 2001 Ducati MH900e
We can easily say that the 1990’s and even the 2000’s were not a golden era of motorcycle in terms of design. But obviously, there were some exceptions. By 2006, the Paul Smart was a wonderful tribute to Ducati’s victory at the Imola 200 in 1972. But that was not the first limited series tribute made by the Italian brand. …
Ducati 1200 DS Powered – 2015 Pierobon X60
Found in Italy in 1952, Pierobon specializes in the design of top-notch frames, swingarms, subframes, fuel tanks, and other parts to increase strength, reduce weight, and make your bike faster – they have experience with Ducati’s WSBK and MotoGP teams going back decades. In addition to individual components, they also sell “race chassis kits” for Ducati motors. You can order …
In Austria – 1992 Moto Guzzi 1000S
View PostModified Collectible – 1999 Ducati Monster Cromo
Post Listing Update: This Monster did not get any interest at the asking price of $5,500. In 1999, Ducati released a special edition of the Monster. Called the “Cromo”, it was obviously named due to the distinctive tank. Typically, limited-production Ducatis are left alone by owners, but the same can’t be said for this example.
Rare Electrical Project – 1974 MV Agusta 350S Elettronica
Post Listing Update: This MV did not meet reserve despite 19 bids up to $7,100 on eBay. Built between 1970 and 1974, the MV Agusta 350S was offered in a variety of models including a fully-faired sport bike and an exquisite scrambler. 1972 brought electronic ignition into the fold, which was announced with “ELETTRONICA” on the sidecovers and as part …
1999 Laverda 750S Sport Formula
9-16-18 Update: A few months later, Mazlow Petosa notes that this bike is currently available at Iconic Motorbikes with a better listing, more information, and a higher asking price. Find it for $7,445 in Marina del Rey, California here at Iconic Motorbikes. This Laverda was acquired as a poorly-modified custom by a well-known collector in Los Angeles who then took …
Six Cylinders – 1983 Benelli 900 Sei
Post Listing Update: This Benelli did not get any interest at the asking price of $20,000 on eBay. Alejandro De Tomaso is an Argentinian racer and businessman who may be best known for creating his own automobile brand, De Tomaso in 1959. When Ford tried (and failed) to buy Ferrari, De Tomaso (the Man) proposed a win-win opportunity to Ford, …
Ending Soon – 1959 Moto Morini Tresette Sprint
Post Listing Update: This Morini did not meet reserve despite 14 bids up to $5,500. 9-13-18 Update: Two months later, reader David S notes that this bike is back up for sale – but this time it’s got a BIN option. Find it with bidding up to $5,000 and the reserve not yet met or a BIN of $7,500 here …
Nice Price – 2000 Aprilia RSV Mille
Post Listing Update: This Mille somehow did not get any action at the BIN of $2,268 on eBay. The Aprilia RSV Mille was part of a wonderful time in history when 1000cc V-Twins were the pinnacle of performance. They behave like warhammers compared to today’s more svelte 4 cylinders, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t special. The twin circular taillights …
1993 Ducati Supermono
Post Listing Update: This Supermono did not get any action at the opening bid of $125,000. 9-6-2018 Update: Three years later, Tim Huber has noticed that this bike is back up for sale. It’s a much better listing – it’s got more information, there are better photos, and there’s a video. But the asking price is now significantly higher. Find …
Early Laverda – 1969 American Eagle 750GT
Laverda was introduced to the American market via three models called the S, SS, and the GT. The catch is that the bikes were not officially Laverdas – they were American Eagles, the brainchild of Jack McCormack. McCormack’s story is an interesting one – after working for Honda, and showing Suzuki how to bring their bikes to the states, he …