About a year ago, Germany’s JVB Moto unveiled a beautiful one-off BMW R nineT build exhibiting a collection of bolt-on kit parts. This was the Cologne-based shop’s first collaboration with BMW Motorrad, and the Bavarian brand’s first officially commissioned R9T Scrambler build. Fast forward to Spring of 2018 and JVB debuted yet another R nineT build, this time setting its …
Ducati-Inspired Super Single – 1997 NWS 350 Supermono
Post Listing Update: This custom Ducati did not get any interest at the opening bid of $12,000. Produced exclusively for the “Sound of Singles” series, the Ducati Supermono is one of the marque’s most iconic and sought after models. Built from ‘93-‘95, only 67 examples of this instant classic left the factory in Bologna, making them wildly rare finds. Because …
Maria Riding Company’s “Blood Fang” – 2009 Ducati GT1000 Custom
Post Listing Update: This custom Ducati got no interest at the opening bid of $12,000. Despite being an absolutely gorgeous machine in its stock form, the Ducati GT1000 — when executed tastefully — makes for a particularly cool platform for customization. This particular bespoke GT1K boasts a mix of aftermarket bits, a few custom parts, a couple pieces borrowed off …
“R7” Kit – BMW R nineT
When talking about the most substantial motorcycle designs in history, BMW’s R7 is seldom left out of the conversation. The wonderfully Art Deco-styled two-wheeler boasts a radical aesthetic that’s managed to stand the test of time profoundly well. For well over half-a-century, owning an R7 example has been limited to something of a pipe dream. Thanks to a shop in …
Venier Customs ADV Build “VX Traveler” – 1999 Cagiva Gran Canyon
Custom adventure motorcycles are a rare breed in the bespoke bike world. While one might think one-off ADV builds would be immensely popular considering the rise in scrambler style builds, the reality is a lot of adventure bikes don’t lend themselves particularly well to extensive customization. But with a little patience and creativity, these on/off-road tourers can make for fantastic …
Unexpected “Dirt” Bike – 2002 Honda RC51 Custom
The Canadian owner of this creation only wants trades, but that won’t stop me from featuring one of the most terrifying two-wheelers I’ve ever seen.
Death Notification – 2010 Tombstone Hearse
Post Listing Update: This hearse did not get any interest at the BIN of $55,000. For some riders, motorcycles are life. The guys at Tombstone Hearse have gone the extra mile so motorcycles can be death, too.
BMW V8 Twin Turbo in Finland – 2018 ProBoost M1
Post Listing Update: This turbo’d showpiece got no interest at the BIN of $34,000 on eBay. Even though motorcycle history has shown that bikes and turbos don’t make for commercially successful cocktails, some turbo fans will never give up. ProBoost is a Finnish company specialized in turbo systems for motorcycles and snowmobiles. To show off their capabilities, they’ve also built …
CR500 Powered – 2012 Beta Supermoto
Modern frame/suspension with the famous CR500 2-stroke motor. That’s the premise of this custom Beta supermoto that’s being offered by the original owner.
MT660 Heritage Scrambler” – 2008 Yamaha MT-03 Custom
Back in 1976, Yamaha released the XT500, the company’s second attempt at a four-stroker. It was the first in a long line machines that can trace their roots back to the Dakar-winning half-liter XT. One of said machines was the MT-03, and though it’s now based on the R3, early versions of the bike (2006-2014) were powered by the same …
Great “Body” – 1998 Harley-Davidson Springer Softail Custom
Riding a motorcycle can have multiple purposes. Some use it to feel speed and adrenaline. Some use it to go from one point to the other quicker than a car. Some use it because it is easy to park. But ultimately, some use it for style. Makers like Harley-Davidson have proven their ability to produce bikes full of style, but …
Modified Collectible – 1999 Ducati Monster Cromo
Post Listing Update: This Monster did not get any interest at the asking price of $5,500. In 1999, Ducati released a special edition of the Monster. Called the “Cromo”, it was obviously named due to the distinctive tank. Typically, limited-production Ducatis are left alone by owners, but the same can’t be said for this example.
Ending Soon – 1964 Ford Falcon Drivetrain Trike
Post Sale Update: This custom trike sold for $4,650 after 22 bids on eBay. The owner of a custom car shop sourced a Ford Falcon that a tree fell on top of, pulled out the drivetrain, and then created this gigantic trike that he uses as a daily driver.
Tetsu Mitsuhashi-Built – 2001 Harley-Davidson Sportster XL1200 Custom
Post Listing Update: This custom Harley did not get any action at the BIN of $8,000. Tetsu Mitsuhashi honed his skills working under Aki Sakamoto of Hog Killers Inc. Interestingly, Aki himself sharpened his teeth working under Jesse James at West Coast Choppers. While Mitsuhashi has worked on countless bespoke two-wheelers while at Hog Killers, this Sportster-based build is the …
1973 Triumph X75 Hurricane
Post Listing Update: This Hurricane did not get any interest at the asking price of $26,900. At the end of the 60’s, British motorcycle makers like BSA/Triumph were facing the end of their supremacy. Japanese makers were growing and while the Brits were doing their best with 650cc twin cylinder that leaked oil, the Japanese were preparing 750cc inline fours …