By 2007 in the US, Harley Davidson pretty much dominated the cruiser market, and had a large share of the long-distance touring market as well. The XR1200 was an attempt by Harley Davidson to draw more riders of a slightly different (racier?) demographic into the Harley fold. It capitalized on the reputation and image of the venerable XR750, the mainstay …
The First Yamaha – 1957 Yamaha YA1
Post-Listing Update: Bidding was better with the relist – it helps when the bike has already been imported – but it still wasn’t enough to meet reserve despite 36 bids up to $9,000. 7-14-16 Update: Over two years later, this Yamaha is back up for sale – but this time it’s been imported to the US, had some work done …
Ending Soon – 1930 Indian 101 Scout with No Reserve
The Indian Scout was introduced in 1920 – eight years later the 101 Scout was released and some motorcycles consider it to be the most iconic Indian motorcycle ever built thanks to a bevy of racing-inspired upgrades. Said upgrades included a stronger frame, improved suspension, a longer wheelbase, and a front brake. However as the Great Depression took hold, Indian …
1968 Yamaha YR2 Grand Prix
Yamaha introduced the 350cc Grand Prix in 1967, and it was a significant model for the brand as it was their biggest offering (and their first 350cc production motorcycle ever).
Namesake – 1996 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-7RR N1
Post Listing Update: This Ninja was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Over time there have been a few bikes that bear the name of someone truly important to the model or the marque, like the Ducati’s Paul Smart or Mike Hailwood Replica. Kawsaki’s ZX-7RR N1 was known as the Muzzy Special, thanks to Rob’s involvement with the …
2002 Buell M2 Cyclone
Harley engines in a chassis that could handle – that was the dream behind Buell ownership. Hope you like orange!
1978 Moto Guzzi LeMans
Considered by some to be an evolution of the classic V7 Sport, Moto Guzzi’s LeMans became a legend in its own right. Named after the famous race track in France, the Le Mans (if I’m allowed to oversimplify) was basically a 850T engine surrounded by much more beautiful bodywork. Here’s a low mileage example that’s not in the iconic red …
1978 Ducati 900SD Darmah
After the classic 750GT of the 70s, Ducati looked to evolve with a simpler engine, and they ended up with the first ‘square case’ bevel twin – the 860 GT. It was a commercial flop, so just a few years later, the Ducati 900 SD Darmah was released, and it was a much better sport tourer. The SD (Sport Desmo) …
31 Miles – 1968 Triumph Bonneville T120R
Post Listing Update: This Bonneville was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Have you ever seen a classic Bonnie with less miles? It’s not perfect but it’s probably as close as an original example of this bike gets nowadays.
Classic Rider — 1989 Honda GB500
Post Sale Update: This GB500 sold for $4,729 after 44 bids on eBay. The 1989-90 GB500 is a favorite here on Bike-urious. It’s a modern classic with undeniable credentials: style, reliability, collectibilty, ride-ability, it’s retro and has the simplicity of an old-school thumper — it’s all there. At the time, manufacturers were throwing lots of ideas into the marketplace, with …
1991 Bimota YB10 Dieci
Bimota’s 10th model with a Yamaha engine, the appropriately-named Dieci was built between 1991 and 1994 with just 224 examples leaving the factory. An even smaller portion were equipped with a passenger seat and pegs. Bimota scooped up the engine from a FZR1000 and then tweaked it to yield nearly 150 horsepower.
1996 Triumph Daytona Super III
Post Sale Update: This Super III sold off of eBay…to a Bike-urious reader! Last time I featured one of these it went quickly and a few readers mentioned they wanted another crack at one. Well, here’s your chance – this one’s a bit more expensive as it’s being offered by a dealer but it’s got lower miles and seems to …
The First Turbo – 1979 Kawasaki Z1R-TC
Post Listing Update: This Z1R got no interest at the opening bid of $20,000. The Kawasaki Z1R-TC was the first ‘production’ turbocharged motorcycle, and was an absolute game-changer.
RCB Replica – 1980 Honda CB750F
Post Listing Update: This CB750F custom did not get any action at the BIN of $6,500. In the European Coupe d’Endurance races of the late 70s, Honda dominated a field of mostly privateer competition with a factory effort based on their CB750. The works machine was called the RCB1000, and after upping displacement to 941.3cc, it produced 115 horsepower. By …
1991 Suzuki Bandit GSF400
Post Listing Update: This Bandit did not get any interest at the opening bid of $3,900. In the US, the Suzuki Bandit was most commonly sold in 1,200 or 600cc variants. But Suzuki also brought a 400cc model to America for a couple of years. Most were red, which makes this blue example with the rare factory fairing and seat …