10-28 Update: It seems this Laverda has made its way to a dealership that has cleaned the bike up, taken better photos, and now wants a BIN of $6,495 or best offer. Find it here on eBay. Post-Sale Update: After 24 bids on eBay, this Carenata sold for $3334.99. Here’s one I never knew about – the Laverda 750 Carenata. …
1 of 100 – 2001 Radical Paint Buell Lightning X-1
As a dealer option, Buell offered some limited edition sets of bodywork. This bike features the “Liquid Lightning” version of the “Radical Paint Set”. Just 100 were offered, and this #14.
“New In Crate” – 1987 Bimota DB1SR
The first all Italian Bimota, the DB1 was crucial in the firm’s history, as its commercial success saved Bimota from near-certain bankruptcy. Despite the confusing “RS” on the fairing, this is a higher spec version called Bimota DB1SR which is brand new.
1971 Norton 750 Commando Custom
Here’s a Norton 750 Commando Custom offered by a confident seller who’s made some quality upgrades to a non-numbers matching beauty.
1986 Suzuki GSXR 750 Limited Edition
Post-Listing Update: This Suzuki GSXR 750 Limited Edition did not meet the reserve at $7,200 with 27 bids. The Suzuki GSXR 750 Limited Edition was an absolute legend in the world of 80’s sportsbikes – a bike that deserved the 50% increase in MSRP over the regular GSXR 750. The dry clutch upgrade was a $2,000 option in itself!
1970 Ducati Mark 3 450
Post-Sale Update: After being relisted, this Ducati Mark 3 450 sold for $7,495. The Mark 3 (particularly the 250) is considered by some to be one of the prettiest bikes ever made. When Ducati released their 450cc engine (the biggest of the bevel drive singles) in 1969, they also introduced the Ducati Mark 3 450.
Tricolor – 2010 BMW S1000RR
Since its introduction in April of 2008, the BMW S1000RR has been an incredible success for the German company, particularly raising interest in BMW motorcycles from a younger demographic. In 2010, the bike cleaned up in awards, winning Motorcycle and/or Superbike of the year from multiple motorcycle mags. I’m still waiting for an excuse to put one of these in …
Don’t Call It Pink – 2001 Triumph Speed Triple
Post Sale Update: This “Nuclear Red” Street Triple sold for $4,400 after 11 bids on eBay. If you ask Triumph, they’ll say they’ve never released a pink motorcycle before. Here’s Exhibit A in the counter-argument, a Triumph Speed Triple in a rare color that the English firm calls “Nuclear Red”. Doesn’t matter what it’s called, this is definitely pink – …
1984 Honda VF1000F Interceptor
The Honda VF1000F Interceptor (VF standing for V-Four) was launched in 1984 as the flagship of the V4 line. Featuring a DOHC 998cc engine that produced 113 horsepower, adjustable Pro-Link suspension, and triple discs, this bike was released in response to America’s demand for an even bigger Interceptor.
1983 Honda CX650 Turbo
Post-Listing Update: This CX650T did not meet reserve with bidding up to $10,300. In 1982, Honda introduced its first production turbocharged motorcycle, the CX500T. The next year, they bumped up displacement to form the Honda CX650 Turbo. While Kawasaki, and Suzuki also offered turbo’d competition, Yamaha and Honda were the most successful from a commercial standpoint.
Street Titled – 1996 Honda NSR250R MC28
Honda’s NSR250R was sold from ’87 to ’99, and was pretty much the defining 250 racer replica over all those years.
800 Miles – 2004 Aprilia RSV 1000 R
Here’s a first year example of the base-model RSV 1000 R sportbike in the less common silver/red paint scheme. It has just 800 miles and looks great. Find this RSV for sale here at Windy City Triumph in Saint Charles, Illinois for $7,810 – though it should be noted it’s also featured on their facebook page for a much more …
1 of 390 – 1993 Ducati 888 SPO
The Ducati 888SPO was a limited edition of the 888 – only 390 were produced over two years. Featuring the trademark desmo valve V-Twin, this 888 produced 94 horsepower and were very much suited to track time.
310 Miles – 2006 Ducati Paul Smart
Post Sale Update: This Paul Smart sold for $22,100 after 14 bids on eBay. Alright, I know I feature too many of these, but can you really blame me? I’ll be brief this time – here’s an example (VIN: ZDM1WABPX6B001757) with just 310 miles. Usage wise, it’s basically new, but it comes with a Termi Shotgun slipon exhaust and Ducati …
Instant Collection – 5 Ducati Sportbikes
I featured this collection 6 months ago, but now it’s gained a 5th brother and an extra $5,000 in asking price. With the addition of the 916, the seller now offers a sportbike from the last 5 generations of Ducatis: 1.) 1997 Ducati 916 – 9,100 miles. 2.) 2002 Ducati 998S Ben Bostrom – #65 of 155, 3,170 miles. 3.) …