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Ford Flathead Custom Trike

In 3 Wheels, America, Custom by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post Listing Update: The opening bid was lowered to $3,600, but that still was not enough to get any interest on this oddball trike. Starting with the flathead engine and transmission from a 1952 Ford, this oddball trike runs – but are you brave enough to take advantage of that fact?

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1992 BMW K75

In Germany, Standard by MattLeave a Comment

I have to first apologize to Abhi. I volunteered to write for Bike-urious back in December and after a few posts got so busy with work that I was unable to continue. He was kind enough to allow me to come back though. Thank you, Abhi. I noticed when I was doing this the first time, I seemed to have …

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Ending Soon – 1965 Ducati Scrambler

In Dual-Sport, Italy by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

Post Listing Update: This Scrambler got no action at the BIN of $5,800. In 1962 the North American importer for Ducati convinced the factory to bring out the ‘Scrambler’ series. These bikes were exclusive to the North American market offered from 1962 to 1976 in several variations.

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1965 Yamaha YDS3

In Japan, Standard by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

In the early 60’s Yamaha was widely considered to have the best mannered 2 stroke motors, but in 1964 they broke new ground with the YDS. A parallel twin two stroke with the first direct injection oil pump – and it worked!

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1952 Indian Chief Roadmaster

In America, Cruiser by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

Post Listing Update: This Roadmaster did not meet reserve with bidding stalling at $22,200. It’s almost the end of the line. The original Indian Motorcycle Company built their last motorcycle in 1953 and all of those were built from parts left over from the ‘52s.

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1975 Suzuki GT380

In Japan, Less than 5k, Standard by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

Introduced in 1972, the GT380 was one of several legendary two stroke Suzuki triples. As opposed to the Kawasaki triples of the day, the Suzuki models were well mannered and very road worthy. The GT380 (and the GT550) were air cooled with a “Ram Air” head that allowed increased cooling air flow. One other strange fact of the Suzuki GTs. …

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1962 BSA Spitfire Scrambler

In Dual-Sport, England by AbhiLeave a Comment

Post Sale Update: After being relisted, this Spitfire Scrambler sold for $8,500 after 27 bids on eBay. Also known as the Rocket Gold Star Scrambler, the Spitfire Scrambler is one of the rarest variations of BSA’s A10 model line up. It was an export-only bike that was primarily sold in the US and it was designed as an scrambles/desert racer …

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1984 Honda VF1000F Interceptor

In Japan, Sport by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

In 1984 Honda released two versions of the VF1000 Interceptor. Both models were very similar and based on the current Honda race bikes. The VF1000F was the more modest of the two builds, and the VF1000R was considered the fastest production motorcycle on earth. The VF1000F was only produced for one year. The VF1000F boasted a 113 HP, 998 cc …

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Gravel Express – 1980 Honda GL1000 Goldwing

In Custom, Japan by AbhiLeave a Comment

I didn’t really care for this bike when I saw it on BikeEXIF two months ago, but I do have a fascination with seeing what the asking prices are for custom builds that get some attention. This Goldwing was built by Roy Holtman – the man behind RH Motorcycles. It’s been given up a ground-up rebuild and turned into some …

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1955 Cushman Eagle

In America, Scooter by Tom WackerLeave a Comment

For many of my generation, our first experience on two wheels came on something like this Cushman Eagle. They were incredibly popular right after WWII and by the time I came of age they were mostly reduced to ‘beater’ status which meant that 10 year old and a screwdriver couldn’t hurt it much. “If you can make it run, you …