I realize the market for drag bikes is not a big one, but here’s something to mix things up a bit. The engine has V&H heads and has been bored out to 1,428cc – this in combination with a backcut transmission, Dyna race ignition, racing cams, and a whole lot more has enabled this bike to run a 9.93 at …
Custom Drag Bike – 1973 Triumph Hurricane X-75
The Triumph Hurricane has got quite a story – check out this write-up on Motorcycle Classics for a lot of the details which might explain why these bikes are so damn expensive now. But this one stands out even more as it was the personal drag bike of DT Howard, known for running a motorcycle shop, holding a drag race …
In Belgium – 1904 Peugeot Type D Racer
An interesting example of the transition between powered bicycles and motorcycles, this Peugeot Type D Racer is claimed to be one of two known to exist. Fair warning – I couldn’t find much on these bikes so I’m taking the seller (a motorcycle dealership in Belgium called HD-Classic) at face value here.
Dunstall Dominator Replica – 1966 Norton Atlas 750
4-1-15 Update: This ‘Dunstall Dominator’ replica is up for sale again, this time with a BIN of $15,000 or best offer here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: This bike did not meet reserve at $12,850. In the early 1960s, Norton factory racers were called Domiracers. Here’s a Norton Atlas that’s been loaded with every possible period Dunstall bit to look just …
2006 Benelli TRE 1150 Endurance Works Racer
I’ll give you a minute to stop drooling. Ready? Here’s a factory Endurance Works race bike that was campaigned in 2006 and 2007, including a 2nd in class finish at Bol d’Or.
1 of 16 – Wood-Rotax SJ676
Built by Ron Wood Racing to compete in Formula Singles, the SJ676 featured a 676cc Rotax engine that put down 71.8 horsepower at the rear wheel!
1984 Ducati TT1
This TT1 was a former privateer racer which has had some work done with parts that are basically unobtainum today – Verlicchi frame + swingarm, Campagnolo magnesium wheels, 41mm Malossi carbs – the list goes on. The 750cc engine (which was the main difference between the TT2 and the TT1) has been tuned by Lenci Racing and the bike looks …
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.
Frank Whiteway Replica – Suzuki Titan
Here’s a Suzuki Titan (also known as the T500) that was restored to concours condition into a replica of Frank Whiteway’s TT-winning racer in the production class.
1978 Ducati 900 NCR
Here’s a beautiful example of a real NCR that was apparently an ex-works Ducati ridden by factory test rider Carlo Saltarelli.
YZ450SS Racer – 2008 Yamaha YZ450 Super Single
The race bike of Thompson Race Team, this Super Single won the 2012 Formula Singles Championship (and placed 2nd in 250 Superbike), then placed 2nd in both championships in 2013. The bike has been lowsided twice on the right side and still shows some cosmetic damage, but it would be a great little racer – 45 horsepower and 240 pounds? …
Yellow Peril – 1971 Norton Commando Production Racer
Arguably the most collectable of Commandos, the Norton Commando Production Racer (affectionately known as the Yellow Peril) was a street-legal factory racer made available to privateers for a princely sum. At a time when you could buy an Austin Mini for less than $1,500, the Production Racer would set you back $1,900.
Trackmaster Framed – 1974 Triumph T140e Racer
This is claimed to be one of the last oval down tuned Trackmaster competition frames, and it was sold through Gary Nixon Enterprises. (Tangent – if you have a few minutes, you should read this fantastic article on Gary Nixon on The Selvedge Yard.) This bike has competition history – placing 3rd at the Hagerstown Pro Vintage half mile and …
McQueen Owned – 1915 Cyclone Board Track Racer
When it comes to the most expensive motorcycles that have sold at auction, there’s only one list you can trust – The Vintagent’s. If you poke around there, you’ll see that the #1 spot is taken by a Cyclone Board Track Racer. That’s why a whole bunch of people are waiting to see what the selling price will be for …
Formula 750 Racer – 1977 Hadley-Dresda-Honda CB750
Designed by architect Harlan Hadley, this bike was a collaboration between some impressive motorcyclists to compete in AHRMA Formula 750 racing. Mitch Boehm covered this bike for Motorcyclist magazine (if you have a few moments, you should definitely read that article) after Hadley merged some high-spec components with a Dresda frame. The highlights? 82 horsepower at the rear wheel, 50 …