Post Sale Update: This Laverda SFC sold for $16,800 after 32 bids on eBay. Act quick! Here’s one of the last examples of the classic orange brand – the Laverda SFC 1000. A limited edition last gasp from the Italian firm, just 200 were intended to be produced, none for export to the US (which can make titling a problem). …
2000 Bimota SB8R
Reader Zack B. sent this to me saying that as a TLR guy, he loves this bike. And for good reason! Powered by the TL’s wonderful V-Twin (but then pumped up to 133 horsepower by the Italians), this bike was capable of hitting 170mph. You also got top notch components such as an Ohlins shock, Paioli forks, Brembo brakes, and …
Middleweight Ninja – 1998 Kawasaki Ninja ZXR400
Never offered in the states, this Kawasaki Ninja ZXR400 is a German model that has just over 19,000 miles and is in good condition. There are some minor scratches, but it looks good an comes with the original toolkit and key. Plus, it’s a no reserve auction, which I always like to see. For everything you’d want to know about …
Instant Sportbike Collection
Here’s an interesting listing – someone is selling off 8 bikes, most of which are Ducati and Suzuki sportbikes (with a BMW HP4 thrown in for good measure!) Currently available: 1. BMW HP4 2. HD Street Glide 3. Ducati 1198 S 4. Ducati 996 S 5. Ducati GT1000S 6. Suzuki TL1000R 7. Suzuki TL1000S 8. Honda Ruckus The bikes are …
1980 Ducati 900SS
This is a beautiful, relatively original example of a classic Ducati offered by a seller who gives great details, never overstates, and is very knowledgeable about his bike. That’s a great combination, which also means that the selling price won’t be cheap. There’s actually another 900SS available on eBay right now, but I believe this one stands out thanks to …
Nice Price – 1974 Kawasaki H1 Mach III
This Mach III is in good condition and has just 7,000 miles. The seller suggests that with the exception of the air filters, this bike is original. While it has some cosmetic wear, everything mechanical works, and it’s a great price for the Widowmaker. Find this Kawasaki H1 Mach III for sale here on Craigslist in Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania for …
1974 Ducati 750 Sport
Post-Listing Update: This Ducati was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. I’ve mentioned before that I usually don’t care for yellow on bikes, but it just works on this Ducati 750 Sport, which has been on display in a house for the last 16 years. Less than 1,500 miles ago it got a total tear down, though it’s …
One Owner – 1972 Norton Commando 750 Combat Roadster
Post-Sale Update – This Norton Commando 750 Combat Roadster sold for $10,600 after 13 bids on eBay. A beautiful example of the breed, this Norton Commando Combat Roadster (VIN: 209237) is a one-owner bike with just 7,200 miles. It came well equipped when ordered and it’s numbers matching. Obviously, it has the Combat engine option, but you’ll also get the …
1 of 500 – 1995 Aprilia RS250 Loris Reggiani Replica
I’ve already ravd about the Aprilia RS250, so I won’t bore you with those details again. This bike stands out because it’s #485 of the 500 Loris Reggiani Replicas – named after the man who first brought a Grand Prix victory to Aprilia. Take an already hard to find bike, make it a limited edition (with arguably the best paint …
1978 Benelli 750 Sei
Post Sale Update: After 29 bids on eBay, this Benelli 750 Sei sold for $10,675 The first production motorcycle to utilize six cylinders, the Benelli 750 Sei was the result of Alejandro De Tomaso (of sports car company fame), who had just purchased Benelli and wanted them to build a flagship. The inline six engine produced 71 horsepower, which was …
Jekyll and Hyde – Yamaha RD400
Compared to the RD350, the extra 50 cc of the Yamaha RD400 brought a lot more civility. The engine was more flexible, though you could still easily wheelie the bike in 2nd gear, and though the frame was stiff, it was more comfortable to ride. It was really was the perfect example of how the RD series had evolved from …
1 of 200 – 2013 MV Agusta F3 Serie Oro
As you probably know, Oro is Italian for gold – and this bike has plenty of it. Frame plates, SSSA, and the wheels all come together to help form the special paint scheme particular to this limited edition. The “Serie Oro” concept was pioneered with the F4 – it was a run of 300 that introduced MV Agusta’s resurrection to …
2004 BMW R1100S Boxer Cup Replika
Post Sale Update: After 12 bids on eBay, this BMW sold for $6,500. Before BMW took the motorcycling world by storm with the S1000RR, their idea of a sportbike was to put aggressive bodywork around the trusted boxer engine to create the BMW R1100S. I don’t mean to sound demeaning with that, as I owned a R11S for a while …
Urban Tiger – 1995 Honda CBR900RR
The 1995 Honda CBR900RR doesn’t get as much love from fans as the first generation, even though it’s an improved bike. This specific example stands out because it comes with the cheeky “Urban Tiger” paint job that wasn’t available in the US. The seller tells a story that 200 bikes were accidentally brought to Canada, which is why this example …
1992 Ducati 888 SP4
Post Listing Update: Despite 27 bids on eBay, this SP4 did not meet reserve at $23,100. Though it stands in the shadow of the SPS variant, the Ducati 888 SP4 is one of the rarest Ducatis ever in the US. This is #465 and is believed to be just 1 of 4 in the country. This particular bike was up …