Known as the “Widowmaker”, the H2 is an iconic motorcycle in Kawi’s history. In fact, they’re bringing the name back for the new, absolutely insane Ninja H2. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. The ’75 model, also known as the Kawasaki 750 H2C, was the final version of this legendary bike. This specific example, adorned in the distinctive Candy …
2006 Yamaha FZ1N
Yamaha is making waves nowadays with the FZ-09 naked triple, but our European riding brethren have been able to enjoy powerful naked bikes with the tuning fork logo for years. A distinct example of this would be the Yamaha FZ1 – the fantastic engine of a R1 (albeit retuned for more of a sport touring application) with a riding position …
Speed Deluxe – 1976 Honda CB350F Custom
Post Listing Update: After being relisted several times (and even being “sold” for $6,000 twice but still relisted afterwards), this custom CB was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Speed Deluxe is a custom motorcycle and hot rod shop based out of Chattanooga, Tennessee that just celebrated their first year in business. Here’s an example of one of …
Pipeburn Feature – 1977 Yamaha RD400 Custom
Here’s an interesting Yamaha RD400 Custom that was customized by Rusty Bolt Garage of Santa Fe, New Mexico. It got plenty of love on the internet, including a feature on Pipeburn – now it can get plenty more love in your garage.
Police Project – 1969 Honda CB450 Police Special
I have a weakness for older ‘service’ bikes, like a previously featured Honda Dream Fire Bike and this Honda CB450 Police Special, which may have also been officially called the Honda CP450. According to the AMA, just 25 were imported to the US to pilot an entrance into the police motorcycle market.
Postie – 2004 Honda CT110
Post Listing Update: This Postie did not get any attention at the opening bid of $2,200. The successor to the CT90, the CT110 is clutchless, meaning your left hand is much more free to do other things, like…delivering mail. For years, Australia and New Zealand used these bikes for their postal workers, and the little CT110 has affectionately become known …
Big Wheel – 1986 Yamaha BW80
The Big Wheel came in three different displacements – 80, 200, and 350cc. Most often used as a learner bike for little kids, the Yamaha BW80 is fondly remembered by those who learned how to ride on it in the late 80s.
1976 Yamaha XT500
Post-Listing Update: Though the price was lowered to $8,500, this Yamaha XT500 (lovely as it is) got no takers this time on eBay. Alright, I’ll preface this by saying the seller’s BIN price is a little nutty – but that’s what the “Make Offer” button is for. The Yamaha XT500 was the original Yamaha thumper, and an instant sales success. …
Fully Restored – 1980 Honda Trail 110
This Honda Trail 110 has been completely restored with original Honda parts and it looks great. It’s got a 3 speed gearbox, auto clutch, and just 4,492 miles. But to be frank, I think I’m featuring it mostly because it has the awesome auxiliary fuel tank: Find this Honda Trail 110 for sale here on Craigslist in Round Rock, Texas …
1974 Honda CB350 Four
When introduced, the Honda CB350 was the smallest four cylinder to be mass produced. It produced 34 horsepower and was capable of just under 100 miles per hour, and it featured some of the coolest exhausts in the business – unfortunately it an effort to save weight the pipes were thin, and most have either rotten out or been replaced …
Akira! – 2015 Honda NM4
Honda has recently made some waves with the polarizing design of the Honda NM4, which some have likened to the bike from the Akira anime.
NC30 – Honda VFR400 Racer
This Honda VFR400 is a dedicated track bike that was rebuilt several years ago after being torn down to the frame. A recent engine refresh means it has just 2 track days and 15 dyno pulls on the odometer. That refreshed engine pushes out a dyno-verified 65 horsepower at the rear wheel, thanks to ported and skimmed cylinder heads, lightweight …
2000 Kawasaki W650
The Kawasaki W650 is a retro standard that was imported to the US for only 2 years. A reference to the Kawasaki W1, itself a copy of the BSA A7, the newer bike is also inspired by the Triumph Bonneville. The W650 actually preceded the rebirth of the Bonnie and for a brief moment in time in the early 2000s, …
Tiny Trellis – 1986 Yamaha SDR 200
Post Listing Update: This SDR was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Here’s a bike I’ve never heard of before – the Yamaha SDR 200. Originally built solely for as a JDM bike, a small amount of SDRs turned into grey-market motorcycles and were imported into Europe and the United States.
865 Miles – 1981 Honda CBX Supersport
The Honda CBX only lasted five years, but it led to a new wave of sports-oriented motorcycles, and eventually to the Honda ST series. A 6.1 gallon tank was necessary as the 6 individual carbs and monster power led to just low 20’s miles per gallon. Want to learn more? Check out Motorcycle Classic’s writeup of this legendary bike here. …