7-21-16 Update: This nifty KB3 is back up for sale with a lower BIN. Find it with bidding up to $10,700 here on eBay. Post Listing Update: Despite 27 bids on eBay up to $12,351, this KB3 did not meet reserve. As if a Bimota KB3 wasn’t rare enough, this example has been impressively upgraded and spent some time under …
1987 Cagiva Alazzurra SS 650
Post Listing Update: Despite 16 bids up to $2,137.21, this Alazzurra did not meet reserve. It eventually went to reader George G for an undisclosed price. In 1985, Cagiva was the biggest motorcycle manufacturer in Italy – though they were primarily moving small street bikes and mopeds. That year, they acquired Ducati to increase their presence in the big bike …
1993 Ducati 888SPO
SPO – it stands for Sport Production Omologato, and it was a limited homologation production version of the 888 built for the American market per a request from Fast By Ferraci so they could race in AMA Superbike. It turned out to be a good idea, as the bike won both the AMA Superbike and World Superbike championships in 1993.
American Eagle in Canada – 1969 Laverda 750GT
Post Listing Update: Despite 35 bids up to $7,601, the reserve on this Laverda was not met. The 750GT was Laverda’s introduction to the American market – though it was actually under the brand name of American Eagle. It all goes back to a man named Jack McCormack. McCormack worked for Honda and helped Suzuki start selling bikes in the …
1981 Kawasaki GPz550
The GPz550 was introduced in 1980, and it was quite a departure from what riders were used to getting from manufacturers in the middleweight class – some even felt it was the spiritual successor to Yamaha’s legendary RD series.
2009 Harley-Davidson XR1200X
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 …