This bike is said to be like new, and it sure looks to be in amazing shape. It was apparently dealer prepped for storage in the 80s and for some reason it’s now seeing the light of day again.
Magnum Opus Custom – 1978 Kawasaki KZ830 Turbo
8-29-2016 Update: This “KZ830” keeps getting relisted at lower prices – now you can find it with a BIN of $14,500 here on eBay. Built by Magnum Opus Custom Bikes, (I’ve featured XV750 build and a CB750 build of theirs in the past), this Kawi turbo was first revealed to the public last weekend at the Handbuilt Show.
1978 Honda CB550 Cafe Racer
In all honesty, I’m not a big fan of this sort of ‘custom’. The checkbook sort. Where all you have to do to be cool is have a deep enough cushion in your bank account to be one of the in crowd. Part of the problem for me is that the ‘trend’ will last just until reality TV tires of …
2004 Moto Guzzi V11 Coppa Italia
Post Sale Update: After 13 bids on eBay, this Coppa Italia sold for $11,000. One of the rarest versions of the Moto Guzzi V11, just 40-50 examples of the Coppa Italia were produced. The specifications were impressive thanks to Brembo Gold Line brakes, Ohlins forks, shock, and steering damper, plus an optional $2,000 exhaust.
1954 RSY A54
View PostCould It Be? 1933 NSU Twin Engine Custom
Post Listing Update: This crazy custom did not meet reserve with bidding up to $12,200. The seller has no feedback and the bike’s going to need some work, but this is definitely one of the most interesting twin-engine motorcycles I’ve ever seen…assuming the listing’s for real.
The Legend – 1971 Husqvarna 400 Cross
Some motorcycles are notable, some are famous, but only a very few can claim to be legends and carry that legend for over 40 years. The Husky 400 Cross is one of those. Introduced in 1969 it was instantly the open class dirt racing standard. Many notable riders and victories were racked up in very short order. Steve McQueen owned …
The KAgusta – BMW K-Series Custom
I’ve featured a few of Larry Romestant’s “Special K” builds in the past, like “The Executive“. They’re all variations based on flying bricks, but the only one I’ve really been intrigued by is this build, called the “KAgusta.” I first saw it in person several years ago and I’ve been intrigued by it since – but now I finally know …
WMRRA Champion – 1997 Ducati Monster Racer
Post Listing Update: This Monster did not meet reserve with bidding up to $2,200. This Ducati Monster has won 2 class championships in WMRRA, thanks to some serious modifications (and plenty of parts from a 888). Unfortunately, the bodywork is going to need some work on the right side and the motor needs a rebuild. Still, hopefully someone finds this …
1939 Gilera Saturno 500
Another marquee I had never heard of…but in this case, probably should have. Gilera was an Italian motorcycle company that was in business from 1909 to 1969 when it was acquired by Piaggio. By 1939 the company had 3 500 cc models and would dominate the racing world with them right after the war. They had 2 four cylinder models …
Period Road Racer – 1976 Ducati 900SS
View PostRare Restoration – 1936 Douglas Endeavour
Post Listing Update: This Endeavour did not get any action at the BIN of $45,000. The Endeavour was a groundbreaking bike for Douglas, and their marketing materials reflected that notion with descriptions like “the motorcycle of the age, a masterpiece on who wheels…silent, safe, light, luxurious. The last word in engineering practice and design.“. Despite all that, very few were …
The Huskymer – 1976 BMW R75/6 Custom
Built by Mokka Cycles, the Kuskymer is named as it’s a Husky tank on a BMW slash 5. It’s a weird concept, but do you think it works well?
1971 Honda CB750 Cafe Racer
Here’s a rare cafe racer where the builder realized it takes more than a set of cafe bars and a custom tail. What do you think of the end result?
Fire Rescue – 1962 Motobecane 125SV
Post Listing Update: This Fire Rescue Motobecane was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. I love public service motorcycles, and this “Fire Rescue” bike is easily one of the coolest I’ve ever seen. It’s claimed to still be in “fairly decent” condition but it may need some work if you really want to cover some miles on it.