A collector in Connecticut with over 150 motorcycles is selling off all 18 of his Bimotas in the next couple of weeks. Four are currently available, and they’re generally claimed to be in museum quality. Put that drool guard on your keyboard!
Get Some Sidecovers – 1966 Honda CB160
Post Sale Update: This CB sold for $2,125 after 16 bids on eBay. Also known as the Mini Hawk, the Honda CB160 featured an over-bored CB125 that produced 16.5 horsepower at 10,500rpm. Light, nimble, and beautiful, they’ve become a favorite in small displacement vintage racing.
$950 – 1972 CZ 175 Sport
In the 50s and 60s, CZ was at the top of its game. After World War II, it was the second largest manufacturer of motorcycles in Europe, plus it was dominating motocross competition worldwide.
Showroom Condition – 1995 Ducati 916
With less than 1,500 miles, this 916 is being offered by the original owner and it comes with service records, Ferracci pipes (originals included), and some carbon fiber. What a beauty.
Original Owner – 2006 Bimota SB8K Santamonica
View Post1985 Moto Guzzi Le Mans 1000 MKIV
Post-Listing Update: This Le Mans was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. For the fourth generation of the Le Mans, Guzzi popped in their 949cc engine for a bit more oomph.
No Excuses – 1973 Moto Guzzi V7 Sport
Post Listing Update: this V7 did not get any action at the opening bid of $12,500. Here’s a V7 Sport that’s been beautifully restored – the seller says he ‘can say with confidence that this 1973 V7 Sport is as correct as the day it left Mandelo.’
Honda Powered – 2000 Harris Magnum 5
View Post1 of 300 – Ducati Supersport 900FE
The Ducati 900FE, otherwise known as the Final Edition of the Supersports, marked the end of the carb’d big-twin Ducatis. A one year run of just 300 bikes in the US (800 worldwide), it’s a polarizing bike – it’s either one of the prettiest bikes Ducati ever made that’s full of character, or another one of countless special editions that …
$1,500 – 1989 Honda VTR250
The Honda VTR250 was only sold in the US for three years. Despite the simple nature – a liquid cooled 250cc engine with a six-speed transmission and an inboard front disc, it’s become quite the cult bike for fans of small-displacement motors.
1981 Moto Guzzi V50 Monza
View PostIn Alaska – 1977 Yamaha RD400
Launched in 1976 as the big kahuna of the RD line, the RD400 was known as a hooligan’s bike. Here’s one in “very nice condition” up north in Alaska.
Ex Mr. Daytona – 2006 Yamaha R1 50th Anniversary LE
View Post1987 Suzuki GSX-R 750
Post Sale Update: This GSX-R sold for $5,000 after 20 bids on eBay. A instant classic sportbike, the Suzuki GSX-R 750 was originally introduced in 1985 and debuted with a win in the 24-hour World Endurance Championships in Le Mans – it was a bit of revelation, people thought it had the power of a 1000 in the weight of …
51 Miles – 1965 Ducati Monza 250
With just 51 miles on the odometer, this 250 Monza is currently functioning as art in dry storage. Expect to give it a service and a new battery, but this is a great place to start. Offered by Cycle Therapy, this bike has a custom tank and clubman-style bars. I hope someone paints the tank and brings this bike back …