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2002 Aprilia Tuono Limited

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The Aprilia Tuono is a motorcycling legend now, but it was rolled out in many small stages. It started as as a limited run of a Streetfighter kit for the Falco in 2001, and the following year Aprilia officially created the Tuono (officially called the Tuono Mille RSV-R Limited) with 135 built in the first run and then an unknown …

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Aviator Nation – 2018 Honda Rebel 500 Custom

In Cruiser, Custom, Japan, Less than 5k by AbhiLeave a Comment

For 2017, Honda completely revamped the Rebel to create a new generation with 300cc and 500cc powerplants. As part of their marketing efforts when launching the bike, Honda partnered with Aviator Nation, a “1970’s inspired California lifestyle brand” which focuses on hoodies and sweatpants. Aviator Nation customized one Rebel 300 and one Rebel 500, both of which were eventually given …

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No Reserve – Jake Zemke Leathers

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Over on the auction site, our buddy Kevin Erion has opened up his private stash of leathers from some of your favorite Erion Honda AMA riders! One of my favorites is this set worn by Jake Zemke when he was competing with Bruce Transportation as the Erion Racing satellite team in 2001 and 2002.

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In Germany – 1976 Suzuki GT750 Patroller

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Here’s one of the coolest bikes we’ve had the chance to feature over on Iconic Motorbike Auctions – an ex-Australian Police Suzuki Water Buffalo! Suzuki offered police versions of both the GT500 and the GT750 – the latter was built sold between 1972 and 1976 mostly in Asia and Africa, though a few made their way to Europe and Australia …