Outside of the US, this bike was known as the F6C (Flat Six) thanks to the 1,520cc engine pulled from the Gold Wing. This is from the later years of production, after the press had noted their appreciation for the prodigious power and excellent handling/brakes, for a cruiser. If you’d like an example, here’s a review from Motorcycle News .
Ending Soon – 1983 Suzuki GS1100ES
3-21-15 Update: This Zook is back up for sale with bidding up to $3,350 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. The Suzuki GS1100ES was a handsome, powerful motorcycle that was named Cycle World’s Superbike of the Year for three straight years. It produced 108 horsepower and was capable of hitting 140 miles per hour. For more on …
Leggero NYC – 1995 Ducati Supersport Custom
Post Sale Update: After 27 bids on eBay, this Walt Siegl custom sold for $20,600. A couple of years ago, Walt Siegl started building a limited run of custom motorcycles based on Ducati 900cc 2V engines – the idea was that by making a limited run, he could lower the cost a little bit, giving more people the chance to …
Multiple AFM Champion – 2012-14 Spec Yamaha R1
Ricky Corey Racing is selling off an impressive race bike, one that has won 4 Open Superbike and 2 Formula Pacific Championships. Plus it holds the USBA lap records at Thunderhill and Miller.
Krauser Fairing – 1977 BMW R100/7
Post-Listing Update: After being relisted, this R100/7 did not meet reserve at $6,100. Motoworks Chicago is offering an BMW R100/7 that’s been customized with some excellent extras. This bike (VIN: 6141839) stands out with a Krauser full fairing, the dual discs/final drive/handlebars from a RS, Hepco and Becker bags with a Reynolds Rack, Telefix fork brace, and plenty more. Someone …
900 Miles – 1966 Honda CB160
One of the truly iconic small-displacement Japanese bikes, the Honda CB160 is a small but well-built street bike.
1984 BMW R65LS
I don’t much care for yellow motorcycles, but I do like the R65LS. This bike is claimed to have been completely rebuilt and comes with a rare extra chin fairing. It has 21,770 miles and comes with the OEM luggage, though they have some slight cracking. Assuming you’re OK with the repaint, find this R65LS for sale in Tucson, Arizona …
Well Modded – 2000 Bimota SB8R
It’s one of the more easy to find Bimotas, but in the world of exotic Italians, that doesn’t mean much. The Bimota SB8R was powered by the wonderful V-Twin from a Suzuki TL(but then pumped up to 133 horsepower by the Italians) and was capable of hitting 170mph.
In Italy – 1972 Laverda SFC 750 Mk I
Say hello to the Laverda 750 SFC, a limited-production, street-legal racer that was probably the most iconic bike to ever come with the Laverda name on the tank.
HyperRocket – 2007 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Custom
Built by Ford design engineer John Hickey, this reverse trike was winner of the 2010 Vetter Challenge, a competition to see if a vehicle can hit 100mpg at 70 miles per hour into a 30 mph headwind while carrying four bags of groceries.
1968 Yamaha YR2
Here’s an original example of the 2-stroke 350cc twin Yamaha YR2. It has just 10,000 miles and it’s claimed to run and ride great, plus it comes with original parts like the air pump. Find it for sale in Swartz Creek, Michigan for $3,500 here on Craigslist. This bike-uriousity brought to you by Bill K! Or, reader John K has …
Shriner Duty – 1968 Honda CA160
Looks like this bike used to be part of the Elf Khurafeh Shriners, presumably as part of parade duty. No details are given regarding running condition, but how often do I get to feature a bike like this? Find it for sale in Grand Rapids, Michigan for $2,800 here on Craigslist.
1 Seller, 3 Classic Ducatis
One seller in Colorado is getting rid of 3 impressive Ducatis – I figured I’d just share them in one post so you can get all your drooling out at once!
Orange or Black – Your Choice of BMW R90S’
Which would you choose?
Custom Dual-Sport Build – 2009 Kawasaki ER-6N
One of the crazy inmates at ADVRider has built a dual-sport ride out of a Kawasaki ER-6N – in an alternate universe, maybe this is what a new KLR650 could look like? Highlights of the build include the front wheel, brake, and forks from a KLR650, the rear wheel from a Suzuki DR650, and the Sachs rear shock from a …