Non-cruiser fans are often surprised about the Honda Magna V65 when they learn about it. It didn’t necessarily look all that different from the other cruisers in the market, but it definitely brought something new to the table – serious power. 116 horses of it, in fact, enough for an under 11 second quarter mile on the way to a …
Picture Intermission – Custom Gas Tanks from Joints Show Japan
View PostCheapest I’ve Seen – 2014 Honda Grom
I love the Grom, but I haven’t seen one of these (even used) for less than $3k. Here’s one with 2,000 miles for a much more reasonable $1,950 or best offer. HURRY. Find it for sale in McComb, Mississippi here on Ducati.ms. If this was in Southern California I would have already bought it…
Wayne Rainey Replica – 1984 Yamaha RZ350
View PostCimeron – Honda CB750 Custom
View PostCheap Cafe – 1980 Suzuki GS450ST
View PostBaby Interceptor – 1985 Honda VF500
The smallest of the Interceptors, the VF500 is claimed by some to be the best, thanks to absolutely incredible handling.
$1,999 – 1979 Suzuki GS550E
Here’s a sub $2k motorcycle that represented an important part of Suzuki’s history – it’s one of the first 4-stroke bikes from the Japanese firm. Suzuki had instant success with the GS750, but this was a very competent mid-sized motorcycle that was basically a downsized 750.
1 of 500 – 1990 Yamaha FZR750R OWO1
The Yamaha FZR750R OWO1 makes even the Honda RC30 look pedestrian. With only 500 built, it was more exclusive than the RC30, and it was five grand more expensive, too. This was a homologation special so that Yamaha could race in WSBK, and was probably as close to a racebike for the street as you could get at the time.
$1,500 – 1992 Suzuki VX800
The Suzuki VX800 is an interesting cult bike that was discontinued in the US after 3 years after disappointing sales, though the European market saw production run from 1990-1997. A classic looking naked bike, it had comfortable steering geometry and a torquey engine that helped make this bike a fantastic all-arounder, despite its 500+ pound curb weight.
The Price is Right – 1986 Honda Nighthawk CB700SC
View Post1971 Honda CB450 Cafe Racer
As the seller notes, there are plenty of cafe racers for sale, though most are barely modified and slightly cookie cutter. This bike was first shown at the 2009 Mods vs. Rockers show in Chicago, where it won Best Custom Cafe. It then got a full page spread in Cafe Racer Magazine and was selected to show at the 2014 …
1986 Yamaha Fazer FZX700
Also known as the Baby V-Max, the Yamaha Fazer FZX700 was quite a revelation when it was released – the styling was distinctive and it was quicker than riders expected. No one complained about the speed, though not everyone loved the looks, and the bike didn’t sell tremendously well.
Is it Real? 1965 Kawasaki KR125 Factory Racer
Alright, knowledgeable readers – is this real? I don’t know, but I’m hoping one of you will. Claimed to be 1 of 6 factory race bikes built between 1965 and 1966, this Kawasaki KR125 is claimed to be a numbers matching, unrestored, mint condition bike. I can barely find any information on the KR125 – someone help me out? Find …
1984 Honda V65 Sabre
The Honda V65 Sabre was built around the 1100cc engine that also powered its cruiser-brother, the Magna. The engine stole the show, as it produced 121 horsepower – capable of pushing the bike up to a “design speed” of 173 miles per hour. However arbitrary that might sound, it was good for an entry into the Guinness Book of World …