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1964 Cushman Eagle with Sidecar

In 3 Wheels, America by AbhiLeave a Comment

This adorable sidecar rig is based on a chromed out Cushman Eagle with a rebuilt engine that comes with a side “car” that’s perfect for a little kid. Find it for sale here on Craigslist in Tuttle, Oklahoma for $7,500. This bike-uriousity brought to you by Jim R!

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1969 Honda CL70

In Japan, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

Here’s a very pretty example of the Honda CL70 with 3,345 miles. The seller suggests it’s near museum quality and that it has a new piston and cylinder. Everything works without issues and there’s only minor flaws: a small rip in the seat and a crack in the left side engine cover. Find this CL70 (VIN: CL70108136) for sale in …

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Dealer Display – 1975 Suzuki RE5

In Japan, Standard by AbhiLeave a Comment

Suzuki called the RE5 the future of motorcycling, thanks to its innovative rotary engine and distinctive styling. This is the ’75 model, which had more interesting design characteristics like the ‘tin can’ instrument cluster. The ’76 (and final model) was a little neutered in an attempt to make the bike more conventional.

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1958 Ariel Cyclone

In England, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

A 650cc high-compression variant of the Huntmaster, the Ariel Cyclone was a very rare bike. It seems that the list of documented Cyclones is 174 over two years of production. Ariel called it their “Super Sports Twin”, thanks to a 40 horsepower engine that was an option on the Huntmaster.

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1970 Yamaha HS1

In Japan, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

A tiny ‘sport’ bike that incorporated Yamaha’s Autolube system, the HS1 was a 90cc twin with a 5-speed transmission. It produced 10.3 horsepower at 8,000 rpm and weighed just 196 pounds. This specific Yamaha HS1 was restored in 1997 and was featured in Old Bike magazine in 1998. Documentation of the restoration is available. Find it for sale for $4,000 …

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1973 Benelli Tornado 650S

In Italy, Standard by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post Listing Update: This Tornado was relisted a couple of times, but bidding never got higher than $3,975 and the reserve was not met. Benelli is one of the very few motorcycle companies that has been around for over 100 years. An Italian firm (though it’s got more of a Chinese flavor nowadays) that has a great history in small …

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2 Miles – 1983 Kawasaki KE100

In Dual-Sport, Japan, Small Displacement by AbhiLeave a Comment

A diminutive dual-sport produced for 25 years, the Kawasaki KE100 was an evolution of the G5. I can’t argue that there’s anything tremendously special about the KE100 versus the competition, however this example is worth featuring as it’s a 32 year old bike with…1.8 miles. With the exception of the tires and battery, it’s claimed to be original. Find it …

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1998 Ducati 996RS Factory Racer

In Italy, Race by AbhiLeave a Comment

One of the 24 RS bikes built by Ducati in 1998, this is claimed to be the rarest as it still has a analog dashboard and the 916 frame color. I apologize in advance – I don’t know enough about the RS bikes to verify if that’s true or not. The story is that this bike was sold to Dolomiti …

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Well Upgraded – 1978 Suzuki GS1000E

In Japan, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post-Listing Update: This GS1000E did not meet reserve with bidding up to $3,350 on eBay. Considered by some to be the best 1000cc four-cylinder of its time, the GS1000 was based on the 750 but had many improvements – Cycle magazine called this bike the “best handling multi of all.” This example takes it even further with plenty of suspension …

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Smoke Silver – 1974 BMW R90S

In Germany, Sport by Abhi3 Comments

Post Sale Update: This R90S sold for $11,500 after 15 bids on eBay. I adore the BMW R90S, which was a game-changer when it was released to the world. With oversight from Hans Muth, this bike was built to show the world that BMW could make more than just touring bikes for old guys. Reg Pridmore helped soldify that claim …