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1976 Honda CB400F Super Sport

In Japan, Sport by Abhi1 Comment

A show-winning example (1st Place in Classic ’76-’89 at the Classic Japanese Motorcycle Club Show in Auburn, California) of the Honda CB400F Super Sport, this beauty is claimed to run like new and look like it should still be in a showroom. Hard to argue with the cosmetic claims, based on the photos. The only thing the seller has replaced …

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1980 Rickman CRE 1000 Predator

In England, Japan, Sport, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

I’ve featured plenty of bikes from this seller (who somehow always has his/her hands on exquisite Italian machinery), many of which have been Bimotas that featured Italian frames/bodywork around Japanese engines. This time around we’re going with the British/Japanese combo of the Rickman CRE 1000 Predator, an odd sport-touring bike from a machine most people associate with expressions of light …

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1992 Yamaha TZR250SP

In Japan, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post-Sale Update: It seems this bike has quickly sold – would love to know what the final price was… Though it’s a bit overpriced, this is a beautiful, low-mileage (<1,000) example of the Yamaha TZR250SP, a race bike for the streets. As it’s a SP (Sport Production) model, it got expensive goodies like USD forks and a dry clutch. This …

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$100k Honda – 1992 Honda “NR750”

In Japan, Sport by Abhi1 Comment

The last time I featured a $100k Honda, it was one of the four original CB750 prototypes. This time we’re skipping ahead a few decades, to a bike that some consider to be the greatest of all time – the Honda NR750. Also known as the RC40, this bike was a technological showcase for Big Red that featured oval pistons, …

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1989 Honda GB500

In Cafe Racer, Japan by Abhi5 Comments

Post Sale Update: This GB500 sold for $8,100 after 20 bids on eBay. Honda’s GB500 has become quite a cult classic (with the selling prices to prove it) thanks to its classic (British) good looks and Honda reliability. Here’s an example that stands out thanks to its excellent cosmetic condition and an R90S-looking aftermarket fairing that can thankfully be pulled …

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Ending Soon – 1983 Suzuki GS1100ES

In Japan, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

3-21-15 Update: This Zook is back up for sale with bidding up to $3,350 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. The Suzuki GS1100ES was a handsome, powerful motorcycle that was named Cycle World’s Superbike of the Year for three straight years. It produced 108 horsepower and was capable of hitting 140 miles per hour. For more on …

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1968 Yamaha YR2

In Japan, Standard by AbhiLeave a Comment

Here’s an original example of the 2-stroke 350cc twin Yamaha YR2. It has just 10,000 miles and it’s claimed to run and ride great, plus it comes with original parts like the air pump. Find it for sale in Swartz Creek, Michigan for $3,500 here on Craigslist. This bike-uriousity brought to you by Bill K! Or, reader John K has …

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Shriner Duty – 1968 Honda CA160

In Japan, Standard by Abhi1 Comment

Looks like this bike used to be part of the Elf Khurafeh Shriners, presumably as part of parade duty. No details are given regarding running condition, but how often do I get to feature a bike like this? Find it for sale in Grand Rapids, Michigan for $2,800 here on Craigslist.