Never offered in the states, this Kawasaki Ninja ZXR400 is a German model that has just over 19,000 miles and is in good condition. There are some minor scratches, but it looks good an comes with the original toolkit and key. Plus, it’s a no reserve auction, which I always like to see. For everything you’d want to know about …
Instant Sportbike Collection
Here’s an interesting listing – someone is selling off 8 bikes, most of which are Ducati and Suzuki sportbikes (with a BMW HP4 thrown in for good measure!) Currently available: 1. BMW HP4 2. HD Street Glide 3. Ducati 1198 S 4. Ducati 996 S 5. Ducati GT1000S 6. Suzuki TL1000R 7. Suzuki TL1000S 8. Honda Ruckus The bikes are …
Concourse Resto – 1976 Honda Goldwing
Post-Sale Update: This Goldwing sold for $10,100 after 28 bids on eBay. Pistol Pete is a well-known Goldwing shop who is affiliated with Randakk’s Cycle Shop – you may remember the supercharged Randakk bike I featured a while back. Interesting enough, Randakk even mentions this exact bike in a blog post about Pistol Pete’s work, so it’s a fair assumption …
Nice Price – 1974 Kawasaki H1 Mach III
This Mach III is in good condition and has just 7,000 miles. The seller suggests that with the exception of the air filters, this bike is original. While it has some cosmetic wear, everything mechanical works, and it’s a great price for the Widowmaker. Find this Kawasaki H1 Mach III for sale here on Craigslist in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania for …
Jekyll and Hyde – Yamaha RD400
Compared to the RD350, the extra 50 cc of the Yamaha RD400 brought a lot more civility. The engine was more flexible, though you could still easily wheelie the bike in 2nd gear, and though the frame was stiff, it was more comfortable to ride. It was really was the perfect example of how the RD series had evolved from …
1 Year Only – 1986 Yamaha SRX600
Post-Sale Update: This SRX sold for the opening bid of $2,000. Just like the SR500, the SRX600 featured the engine from one of Yamaha’s dirtbikes placed into a chassis to enable sporty street riding. Unlike the SR500, this bike sold poorly outside of Japan. Here in the states, it only lasted for a year. But the 45 horsepower was enough …
1989 Honda Transalp 650
The Honda Transalp XL600V was a dual-sport that was truly ahead of its time. A slightly less off-road biased cousin of the Honda Africa Twin, the Transalp was first released in 1987. This was one of the odder bikes that Honda ever sold – truly a jack of all trades sort of bike. The US only got the Transalp between …
Possible Steal – 1967 Honda S90
Jim R. sends over a Honda S90 (which you all know I love) for a price that I haven’t seen in a long, long time. If the description and picture is accurate, this is an absolute steal for a great little bike. Find this Honda S90 for sale here on Craigslist in Sumner, Washington for $800. If no one else …
Urban Tiger – 1995 Honda CBR900RR
The 1995 Honda CBR900RR doesn’t get as much love from fans as the first generation, even though it’s an improved bike. This specific example stands out because it comes with the cheeky “Urban Tiger” paint job that wasn’t available in the US. The seller tells a story that 200 bikes were accidentally brought to Canada, which is why this example …
1985 Yamaha RZ500
Yamaha’s RZ500 (also known as the RD500LC) was a two-stroke rocket that was kept out of the US thanks to EPA regulations. Only built between ’84 and ’86, it’s now a desirable collector’s bike.
MotoGP – 2013 Forward Racing Kawasaki
Your eyes do not deceive you…this is an actual MotoGP bike. Even better, it’s Colin Edwards’ bike from last season, raced with Forward FTR under the sponsorship of NGM Mobile. Ready to try your best Texas Tornado impression?
2004 Honda CBR125R
In the US, a small learner bike means some sort of 250cc bike. But internationally, learners often start on a bike like the Honda CBR125R – a reliable mount that’s perfect for teaching a beginner the joys of riding a bike. More importantly – it’s nearly impossible to find these things in the US!
Little Honda – 1971 Honda CL70
From reader Jim R. comes this reasonably priced little Honda. Everything works, it looks good, and you’ll get a rebuilt carb, oil change, and new spark plug to ensure that you can immediately enjoy this rare classic Honda. Find this Honda CL70 for sale here on Craigslist in Chester, Virginia for $1,500.
1987 Bimota YB7
Bimotas are already rare finds in the states, but the Bimota YB7 is even more exclusive. Only sold in Japan, and powered by a 399cc, 65 horsepower engine (a 27-year old design that revs to 14k!) from the Yamaha FZR400, this bike was built in response to Japanese importers who were asking for a “baby Bimota” to compete in the …
1968 Marusho Magnum Electra
Post-Sale Update: This Marusho sold for $7,207 after 31 bids on eBay. Marusho/Lilac was a Japanese motorcycle manufacturer that was constantly under the shadow of Honda. After peaking in the late 50s, the company went bankrupt in 1962. The company was brought back to life just a year later, free of debts and configured to specifically target the American market …