Post-Listing Update: After being relisted several times (with a high bid of $15,200), this Maserati saw bidding up to $14,500 before it was pulled off of eBay. Did you know that Maserati use to make motorcycles? Well, they didn’t – but they allowed their name and famous Trident logo to be used on motorcycles created by Italmoto, a company that …
1990 Honda NS50F
A one year only model in the states, the Honda NS50F is a legitimate motorcycle despite it’s tiny stature. Capable of 55-65 (depending on the weight of the rider), this bike is easily hopped-up with aftermarket parts from companies like Team Calamari. You’ll also enjoy a six-speed transmission and front and rear drum brakes to slow down this light bike. …
Video Intermission – Go Anywhere with the Tarus 2
From BikeMike comes this video of the Tarus 2, an incredibly light (about 100 pounds) and capable small “adventure” bike. Thanks to the tiny 5 horsepower engine and fat 220mm width tires, it seems this bike can nearly go anywhere, albeit slowly. And if you get stuck, just pick the bike up and throw it over the obstacle! Watch till …
Possible Steal – 1967 Honda S90
Jim R. sends over a Honda S90 (which you all know I love) for a price that I haven’t seen in a long, long time. If the description and picture is accurate, this is an absolute steal for a great little bike. Find this Honda S90 for sale here on Craigslist in Sumner, Washington for $800. If no one else …
1970 Muskin El Gato
Post Sale Update: After being relisted, this El Gato sold for a BIN of $1,050. Marketed as a “Midi-Cycle”, the Muskin El Gato wanted to separate itself from minibikes by completely making up a new category of motorcycles.
2004 Honda CBR125R
In the US, a small learner bike means some sort of 250cc bike. But internationally, learners often start on a bike like the Honda CBR125R – a reliable mount that’s perfect for teaching a beginner the joys of riding a bike. More importantly – it’s nearly impossible to find these things in the US!
Little Honda – 1971 Honda CL70
From reader Jim R. comes this reasonably priced little Honda. Everything works, it looks good, and you’ll get a rebuilt carb, oil change, and new spark plug to ensure that you can immediately enjoy this rare classic Honda. Find this Honda CL70 for sale here on Craigslist in Chester, Virginia for $1,500.
2006 Honda NSF100
Motorcycle racers are all aware of the NSR50, Honda’s beginner race bike that has started plenty of careers and passions. But for one year, just 50 examples of the Honda NSF100 were also imported to the states as one of the best ways to get into road racing.
Boxer Bicycle – 1949 Jack and Heintz Twin
Based out of Cleveland, Jack and Heintz was a motor manufacturer that, among other products, built engines for drone airplanes in WWII. This engine was utilized in a kit called the Marman Twin (based on a purposed built Schwinn MP97), as well as other frames for one-off bikes like this Shelby framed example. The engine is a two-stroke boxer with …
1966 Honda S90
In a weird alternative reality that I dream about, every motorcycle rider has a Honda S90 in the garage, so I’ve got to share them with the world when good examples come up for sale. This beauty has been restored both cosmetically and mechanically – you’ll get new paint, seals, fork springs/boots, tires/tubes, and much more. In addition, the top …
1976 Kawasaki KV75
In the world of minibikes, the Honda Z50 has pretty much reigned supreme. But if you’re looking for something a little bit different, this Kawasaki KV75 might be just the ticket. Thanks to the slightly larger engine and three-speed transmission, you’ll be able to hit about 40 mph on this very original example. The only known problem is that the …
Electric Wonder – 1973 Auranthetic Charger
Long before Zero and Brammo, there were very few options for an electric motorcycle. The Auranthetic Charger was a small electric bike (though not, as I originally guessed from the photos, a minibike) built in the 70s in sunny California. Using a 1 horsepower, 24 volt DC motor, this 200-pound bike was able to hit 25-30 miles per hour, with …
1947 Schwinn Whizzer
Post-Listing Update: After 6 bids on eBay, this Schwinn Whizzer did not meet reserve at $1,225. First produced in 1939, the Whizzer bicycle engine was built by Breene-Taylor engineering, an airplane part manufacturer based out of Los Angeles. Three years later, the engine production was sold off and it continued on until the mid 60’s. If you learn anything from …
Derbi Senda 50
In production since 1998, the Derbi Senda is a 50cc motorcycle that was barely brought into the US. This is basically a tiny supermoto with excellent components – 6 speed transmission, liquid cooling, and a top speed over 50 miles per hour. You’ll get plenty of extras like a 24mm Mikuni carb, Arrow Ti exhaust, Rox 2″ risers, and more. …
1955 Toyomotor TB
4-14 Update: This Toyomotor is back up for sale with bidding up to $1,526 and the reserve not yet met or a BIN of $15,000. I don’t see it hitting reserve or the BIN price, so this is the last time I’ll update this bike for the immediate future. Find it here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: This Toyomotor TB did …