Post Listing Update: This CX500 Turbo did not meet reserve despite 27 bids up to $6,300. 10-14 Update: This beautifully-photographed CX500 Turbo is back up for sale. Find it in Chicago, Illinois with bidding up to $3,000 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: This CX500 Turbo did not meet reserve at $8,800. The predecessor to …
1989 Yamaha SDR 200
Here’s a bike I’ve never heard of before – the Yamaha SDR 200. Originally built solely for as a JDM bike, a small amount of SDRs turned into grey-market motorcycles and were imported into Europe and the United States.
Needs Some Work – 1969 BSA Rocket 3
Sharing its roots with the Triumph Trident, the BSA Rocket 3 was a 750cc triple that was designed to extend the model line beyond 650 twins. It was specifically built for the US market, which wanted larger displacements and less vibrations. BSA’s financials suffered with the production of this bike, but nearly 27,500 of the Trident/Rocket 3’s were produced between …
1978 Laverda Jota America
Despite the name, the Laverda Jota America was a 3-cylinder superbike that was rarely seen in the United States. With an odd crankshaft design (180 degree flat crank), the Jota produces a very unique sound that owners enjoy.
85 Horsepower – 2007 Triumph Bonneville Custom
In the seller’s words, this is “the Bonneville Triumph should have built.” His/her opinion is that Triumph did a great job with the design (though I’d argue their effort paled in comparison to Kawasaki’s W series) but they were too conservative with performance (now that I agree with). So, this custom was designed to upgrade performance – now it’s putting …
11 Miles – 1993 Moto Guzzi Daytona
Dr. John Wittner made a name for himself in the late 80’s thanks to his ability to modify the hell out of MG’s – his bikes won consecutive US Endurance Championships, among other racers. Due to his success, the Guzzi factory asked him to come to Italy and help develop a superbike unlike anything the Italian firm had produced before. …
Fully Restored – 1974 Kawasaki Z1
View PostMoto Guzzi Vintage Collection
It’s hard enough to find a nice example of the Moto Guzzi 1000S, but this seller has one in each color – and 3 other classic Guzzis, all claimed to be “showroom condition” and “concours ready”.
1963 Triumph Bonneville T120
View PostIn Canada – 1990 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-11
Here’s a first year model of the Ninja ZX-11, a bike that held the title of fastest production motorcycle until 1995 (beaten by the Honda Super Blackbird). With just 8,029 miles and a few choice upgrades, this is a fine example of the breed.
Rare RG – 1986 Suzuki RG500 Gamma
Here’s one of the defining bikes of the 1980’s – Suzuki’s RG500 Gamma.
Heinrich Tank – 1969 BMW R69S
4-12-2019 Update: I just found out that this bike eventually made its way to my buddy Somer Hooker, who sold it today on Bring a Trailer for $15,500 after 18 bids. Post Sale Update: This R69S sold for $15,100 after 13 bids on eBay. Here’s a R69S with the rare Heinrich tank. It spent the last 20 years in a …
1969 BSA Thunderbolt A65
If you’re OK with a bike that’s not 100% correct (but has had some good upgrades for someone who would rather ride than display), here’s your chance at a decent deal on a BSA Thunderbolt.
469 Miles – 1983 Moto Morini 500 Sport
View PostStored for 25 Years – 1984 Laverda RGS 1000
Post Listing Update: This Laverda RGS did not get any interest at the BIN of $11,500 on eBay. A true sport tourer, the Laverda RGS one of the last manifestations of the big triple, though it was much tamer than the beloved Jota unit thanks to different crankshaft timing and rubber engine mounts. Some felt that the engine lost a …