With the latest chopper craze safely behind us (for now) nice examples of the genre are now available for pennies on the dollar. The Tuetuls and Jessie James’ of the motorcycle world felt the need to get ever more creative in an attempt to stand above the rest and at times the results got a little, uh, outlandish.
Purists Will Cry – 1940s Indian Bobbers
Here’s a couple of Indian bobbers that have had some interesting work done, though traditionalists aren’t going to happy.
Dos Hombres – 1959 Harley-Davidson Flathead Custom
Post-Listing Update: This bike was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. This pretty Harley was just featured in the December issue of Easyriders Magazine (NSFW!) I’m digging the shade of blue used on the bodywork, as well as the “4D5” on the tank, referring to the 45 cubic inch flathead engine. What do you think?
1930 Harley-Davidson Model C
The big news for 2014 from Harley Davidson was the addition of a 500cc and 750cc ‘lighter version’ to the HD lineup. It presents a low entry level price point for the HD experience. But the 2014 500cc Harley Davidson wasn’t anywhere near the first. In 1929 Harley introduced the Model C, a 500cc (30.5 cid) flathead single. The model …
1951 Indian Chief Roadmaster
A rare bike from a glorious marque. Nobody knows exactly how many Indians were made in the 1950s, but by 1951 the Chief was the only model left in production, and not many were made. All production ceased in 1953.
1983 Honda V65 Magna
The V65 Magna was a significant addition to the Honda line up for a number of reasons. It took the 2 year old V-4 design to a new size and speed possibility. For the first three years of it’s existance (1983-’85) the big Magna was listed by Guinness Book of World Records as the fastest production motorcycle in the world …
Turbo Triple – 2005 Triumph Rocket III
The Triumph Rocket III made quite the stir when it first came out in 2004, as it had the largest displacement engine fitted to mass production motorcycle – a whopping 2.3L unit that put out 140 hp. Fun fact: the STARTER motor on this bike makes as much power as Triumph’s first-ever motorcycle – just about 1.75 horses.
90th Anniversary – 2012 Moto Guzzi California 90
After a long production run, the California 1100 was given a final send off by Moto Guzzi – a limited edition called the California 90, named for the 90th anniversary of MG (and coincidentally the 40th anniversary of the California model). This one has 6 miles and is claimed to basically be brand new.
3 Overpriced Harleys
A seller in Oregon has 3 truly interesting Harleys…but no one’s going to say that they’re bargains!
Mini Chopper – 1970 Bonanza CR500
This insane idea by Bonanza took a Hodaka Ace engine and threw into a mini chopper frame, presumably creating the world’s greatest wheelie machine for little riders.
2015 Indian Scout Customs
Shaun Ruddy of Chop Deville has built two customs based on the Indian Scout. Are they improvements or would you rather have the stock bike?
Radial Engine Prototype – 2011 JRL Cycles Lucky 7
Post Listing Update: this JRL build did not meet reserve with 10 bids up to $45,000. JRL Cycles built a production run of 4 REMs – Radial Engine Motorcycles. This one was the prototype.
Check Out the Indian Scout Sixty!
View Post1917 Harley-Davidson Model J with Sidecar
This beautifully restored Harley sidecar is claimed to run and drive perfect, and it looks fantastic. The Model J introduced a lot of first for Harley. In 1915 it got what was advertised as the “most powerful motorcycle light system” available, a new electrical system that incorporated the headlight, taillight, horn, and ignition with a generator. 1917 was the first …
Project Bike – 1969 BMW /2 Chopper
Alright, I suspect this won’t go over well with most of you, and I look forward to hearing just what you think…