BSA is probably best known for their Lightning, but they also had a touring complement known as the BSA Thunderbolt.
1978 Bimota SB2
Post-Listing Update: After 16 bids on eBay, this Bimota SB2 got up to $26,100, but that was not enough to meet reserve. With less than 140 (note that I’ve seen estimates as low as 70) units produced nearly 40 years ago, the Bimota SB2 is now a difficult bike to find for sale, but I’ve got one for you out …
Clean Original – 1973 Honda CB500
Here’s a nearly mint example of the Honda CB50, with just one flaw – a dent in the right side exhaust pipe. Otherwise, this bike (VIN: CB500K12027628) looks fantastic with just 8,100 miles on the odometer. The seller notes that everything except for the tires and battery are original, and that the bike runs great. Comes with the original title, …
2004 BMW R1100S Boxer Cup Replika
Before BMW took the motorcycling world by storm with the S1000RR, their idea of a sportbike was to put aggressive bodywork around the trusted boxer engine to create the BMW R1100S. I don’t mean to sound demeaning with that, as I owned a R11S for a while and I absolutely adored it – it just wasn’t a real sportbike. On …
2014 EBR 1190SX
The streetfighter option in Erik Buell Racing’s new lineup, the EBR 1190SX is supposed to be a bit more than just a streetfighter – Buell’s calling it a “Superfighter”.
The Advanced KLR – 1990 Kawasaki Tengai
This Kawasaki Tengai was created as a sister bike to the venerable KLR 650. Magazine tests of the time cited the Tengai as a bit better off-road, and most thought it was better looking due to the extra plastic. With that said, many felt that the improvements weren’t necessarily worth the slight increase in MSRP, especially if you were spending …
MotoGP Racer – Broc Parkes’ 2014 Racer
A week ago, I featured a Moto2 racer. Now it’s time to move up to the big leagues with a MotoGP bike. PBM (Paul Bird Motorsport) campaigned this Aprilia-powered bike (and a few others) in the 2014 MotoGP season, but now they’re leaving MotoGP and focusing on British SuperBikes and they’re gauging interest on selling one bike or the lot. …
Pricier Than You’d Think – 1968 Suzuki RH67
You might not have heard of the Suzuki RH67 before, but it’s important in motorcycling history. Why? Because experts consider it to be the first Japanese motocrosser. Not many are left, and this beautifully restored example will probably sell for more than you’d expect.
1953 Hoffmann Gouverneur MP250
Post-Sale Update: After 30 bids on eBay, this Hoffman sold for $4,949. Originally a bicycle manufacturer, Hoffman ventured into motorcycle production between ’48-’54. The Hoffmann Gouverneur MP250 was their attempt at moving upmarket. It wasn’t a bad effort – 2,800 were built, but development costs for their 300cc engine used in the evolution of this bike along with a lawsuit …
1959 Gilera 150 Sport
I’ve somehow stumbled upon 3 of these beauties in the last couple of weeks, which means…you’re subjected to your third one in the same time frame! I just can’t help myself, because these little Gileras are gorgeous (and I’m somewhat obsessed with pedestrian slicers at the moment).
2 Owners – 1976 BMW R90/6
Post-Sale Update: This R90/6 sold for $3,870. Here’s a pretty example of BMW’s classic 900cc standard. This example (VIN: 4971154) has just 29,916 miles and is claimed to be incredibly original. The only thing that doesn’t work is the high/low headlight switch, and it should be noted that there’s an aftermarket clock and luggage rack. Find this BMW R90/6 for …
Bobbed Ducati – 1964 Ducati 250
Here’s an interesting choice for a bobber platform – a classic 250cc Ducati. It’s been fully restored and has a right foot shifter. Apparently the motor is originally from a Scrambler and it’s got new vintage Firestone tires, but other than that the seller doesn’t have many details. Still, it’s not every day that you see a Ducati that’s been …
Brand New – 2014 KTM 1290 Super Duke R
I absolutely adore high-HP naked bikes – and for 2014 it might not get better than the KTM 1290 Super Duke R, at least if you trust Cycle World.
1976 Harley-Davidson SS175
Built for 3 years, the Harley-Davidson SS175 was part of Harleys infamous “collaboration” with AMF/Aermacchi.
Shovelhead Survivor – 1966 Harley-Davidson FLH
Here’s a highly original Harley-Davidson FLH for sale with an unknown amount of miles on it. The seller claims that 90% of the parts currently on the bike are original – it’s equipped with a Bendix carb, Cycle Electric generator, and Mallory auto-advance ignition. One of the non-original parts is unfortunately the speedometer, which is a shame. But look at …