Back in 2014 I shared a post about Ronin Motorworks and their limited run of 47 motorcycles based around the Buell 1125CR – each bike was named after a member of the 47 Ronin, an impressive (and true) tale which exemplifies the Japanese samurai code of honor, which includes ritual suicide, revenge…and more ritual suicide.
Arlen Ness Digger – 1975 Honda CB550
Post Sale Update: This custom CB550 sold for a lowered BIN of $6,999 in Silverton, Oregon. Per the seller, this custom digger was built by Arlen Ness in the late 70s. He bought it approximately 25 years ago, rode it for a few years, sold it, then found it again a few months ago and bought it back. However, “I’m …
1994 Suzuki RGV250 Custom
Post Listing Update: This RGV did not meet reserve despite 9 bids up to $11,600 on eBay in Ormond Beach, Florida. 30 years ago, Suzuki built a 250 two-stroke race-replica of its Gamma V-2 racer – good for over 50 horsepower in the narrow power-band. The Suzuki RGV250 was born, and it was impressive. As MCN puts it, “back in …
1982 Honda CBX Custom
Built by Norm Wilding, this restomodded CBX was featured at the 2019 Handbuilt Motorcycle Show. Highlights of the work include a custom frame paired with several components from a 2018 Honda CBR1000RR SP: Ohlins forks and shock, Brembo brakes, and the wheels. It’s also got 6 Keihin FCR33 carbs, Woodcraft clipons, MotoGadget M-unit electrics, and a GPS speedo. Nathan and …
Half Harley, Half Vincent – 1984 Sportster Custom
Post Sale Update: Looks like the seller should have taken the $6,100 from three years ago, as this “sold” on Bring a Trailer for $4,300 after 9 bids. However, it seems that the high bidder backed out, so I guess we may see it up for sale again some time in the future… 6-30-20 Update: Another two years later and …
Hot Wheels Livery – 2000 Suzuki TL1000R
Post Listing Update: This TL-R did not meet reserve with 1 bid up to $3,500 on eBay in Vancouver, Washington. Customized in the early 2000s, this TL-R was well-known in the TL community thanks to several unique mods and the distinctive Hot Wheels paintjob. It’s been with the current owner since 2004, and now is back on the market for …
#4 of 50 – 2007 Ducati SportClassic “NCR New Blue”
Post Sale Update: This “New Blue” sold for $50,200 after 77 bids on eBay in Suffield, Connecticut. Almost a decade ago, legendary Ducati tuners NCR created a race bike based on the Paul Smart and called it New Blue – it shaved off 20% of the weight while gaining approximately 40% more power, and was full of trick components. I’ve …
2013 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Tracker
Displayed at the Artistry in Iron show as part of Las Vegas BikeFest, this custom Sportster has approximately $6,000 of aftermarket parts on a bike that was salvaged and has about 500 miles since the work was completed.
2016 Ducati Scrambler Custom
Post Sale Update: This custom Scrambler sold for $12,305 on Iconic Motorbike Auctions in Marina del Rey, California. When Nathan and I went to the Quail last year, we got to enjoy a new category – one dedicated to the new Ducati Scrambler.
Motobi Tribute – 1972 Benelli Sport Special Custom
Post Sale Update: This Benelli sold for $4,300 after 11 bids on eBay in State College, Pennsylvania. Benelli and Motobi merged in 1962, and the resulting company performed a GM-esque bit of brand engineering by offering up similar bikes under different names. One of those pairings was the Benelli Super Sport (also known as the Sport Special in Europe) and …
Husky Inspired in Czechia – 2019 Royal Enfield Bullet Custom
Last week I showed you a custom Royal Enfield Himalayan with some 80s rally bike vibes – this time around we’ve got a RE Bullet that goes back to 60s Sweden for its inspiration.
Bultaco Powered Homemade Snowmobile
I’m not entirely sure what to say about this, but when David N submitted it I knew I had to share it.
FUEL “Royal Rally 400” – 2018 Royal Enfield Himalayan Custom
Built by the Spanish company Fuel, this custom Himalayan has been featured on ADVPulse, HiConsumption, Silodrome, and many other popular motorcycling websites. It was also #4 on BikeEXIF’s most popular customs of 2019. Now it can be yours!
Vintage MX – 1969 BSA 441 Victor Special
Post Sale Update: This custom BSA sold for $4,731 after 5 bids on eBay in Golden, Colorado. In the early 60’s, BSA’s race team was developing a large single in the hopes of winning the 500cc world motocross championship. A 441cc engine ended up being the ticket, which helped BSA capture the 500cc championship in ’64 and ’65. The following …
Unexpected Chopper – 2000 Ducati Monster 900
V-Twin motors are the default choice for custom choppers – but seeing one from Italy is quite the shock! Built by Leipers Fork Choppers, this custom takes the air/oil-cooled heart out of a Monster 900 (2000 was the first year for fuel injection for that model) to create “a low curvy race style sled.” This is going to be a …