In the 60s, Bultaco was known primarily for its off-roaders (I’ll be featuring a cherry Alpina 350 tomorrow), especially in the US. Their streetbikes were normally relegated to stay in Bultaco Cemoto’s home country of Spain, which imposed regulations allowing Bultaco to only use one engine in a small variety of sizes. You would think this put the Spanish company …
1974 Bultaco Alpina
After the success of the Sherpa T, Bultaco released the Alpina 250, a bike specifically built for enduro riders. After 3 years, Bultaco offered a more powerful 350 variant, which you see in front of you. For more information on the 250 version of the Alpina, check out this article from Hemmings. Bikes like this helped Bultaco win the world …
2005 Ural Troyka
One of the best parts of running this site is discovering bikes I had never even heard about before. Reader Jim R. comes through with yet another one with this Ural Troyka, a variant of the tourist that gives a little more luxury with telescopic forks and a “deluxe sidecar” designed to provide “the utmost of comfort…on unhurried scenic rides”, …
Ending Soon – 1988 Laverda SFC 1000
Post Sale Update: This Laverda SFC sold for $16,800 after 32 bids on eBay. Act quick! Here’s one of the last examples of the classic orange brand – the Laverda SFC 1000. A limited edition last gasp from the Italian firm, just 200 were intended to be produced, none for export to the US (which can make titling a problem). …
2000 Bimota SB8R
Reader Zack B. sent this to me saying that as a TLR guy, he loves this bike. And for good reason! Powered by the TL’s wonderful V-Twin (but then pumped up to 133 horsepower by the Italians), this bike was capable of hitting 170mph. You also got top notch components such as an Ohlins shock, Paioli forks, Brembo brakes, and …
1990 Honda NS50F
A one year only model in the states, the Honda NS50F is a legitimate motorcycle despite it’s tiny stature. Capable of 55-65 (depending on the weight of the rider), this bike is easily hopped-up with aftermarket parts from companies like Team Calamari. You’ll also enjoy a six-speed transmission and front and rear drum brakes to slow down this light bike. …
Middleweight Ninja – 1998 Kawasaki Ninja ZXR400
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 …
1980 Ducati 900SS
This is a beautiful, relatively original example of a classic Ducati offered by a seller who gives great details, never overstates, and is very knowledgeable about his bike. That’s a great combination, which also means that the selling price won’t be cheap. There’s actually another 900SS available on eBay right now, but I believe this one stands out thanks to …
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 …
1949 Harley-Davidson Panhead
Some of you may be familiar with Gas Monkey Garage of Discovery’s “Fast N’ Loud.” If not, the Dallas, Texas based company masterminded by Richard Rawlings typically works on cars but has cranked out some interesting bikes in the past. Here’s one of those bikes – a HD Panhead that was originally built by Wink Eller, a land speed record …
Ending Soon – 1987 Harley-Davidson XRV1200
Post-Listing Update: This Harley-Davidson XRV1200 did not meet reserve at $4,250. You might have read the title to this post and thought, “what the hell is an XRV?” Back in 1989, it’s what Cycle World thought Harley should be offering straight from the floor. Long story short, there was a time when you could buy a Sportster 883 from the …
1974 Triumph Trophy 500
I got myself confused between this bike and a Trophy Trail, which has been previously featured. Here’s some more accurate information from South Shore Motors. Thanks, Mark! “In the 60s/ early 70s, the Trophy label was used on a variety of bikes from the 250cc TR25W to the larger 500 and 650cc twins. The moniker usually referred to a single-carb …
1968 Aermacchi CRTT 250
Aermacchi was originally called Aeronautica Macchi and formed to create seaplanes. Motorcycles entered the picture after World War II, and the Americans that are familiar with the company usually know it because HD bought 50% of the company in 1960 to get access to small bikes. Aermacchi released a limited number of racers for the North American market. Research suggests …
Original Owner Racer – 1970 Harley-Davidson XR750
The XR750 is an absolute legend, and here we’ve got quite an example. 200 were built – half of which were offered to the public and privateer efforts. This bike is #184/200 and is still with the original owner, who raced it back in the early 70s nd then put it away. It’s been completely restored and repainted (though the …