The Moto Guzzi 1100 Sport was a beautiful deviation from what people expect from Guzzi. This is one of the earlier models, which comes with gigantic 40mm Dell’Orto’s instead of electronic injection (denoted as the 1100i). The engine produced 90 horsepower and the 5-speed transmission was geared very tall, so you could hit nearly 140. This also means that when …
1 of 300 – 2007 MV Agusta F4 1000 Senna
A special edition of the already wonderful F4 1000R, the MV Agusta F4 1000 Senna was built to honor the late Ayrton Senna. The MSRP of $29,995 bought you one of just 300 bikes in the production run.
2000 Honda RC51 SP1
A couple of weeks ago, while writing up a CBR600F4 racebike, I mentioned that I’ve been on the hunt for some good RC51s to feature. Reader Zack B has answered my call thanks to this find of a Honda RC51 SP1 that, unlike most, is reasonably priced!
1974 Kenny Dreer Norton VR880 Commando Sprint Special
5-26 Update: This Kenny Dreer Norton VR880 Commando Sprint Special is back up for sale. Bidding is up to $13,951 here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: Despite 53 bids up to $26,900, this Kenny Dreer Norton VR880 Commando Sprint Special did not meet reserve on eBay. Kenny Dreer, the man who almost brought Norton back from the grave several years ago, …
2000 Bimota DB4ie
Unlike the normal DB4, the Bimota DB4ie is a fuel injected biposto. Like the original, it’s a very rare specimen. Only about 75 were made worldwide, and just 15 of those were officially imported to the US. Most were the red/white paint combination, making this yellow/black example a hard to find sportbike.
2004 Ducati 998 Matrix Reloaded Edition
As a vehicle aficionado, I thought the best part of the Matrix Reloaded was the incredible chase scene which was basically a GM ad. Just for the movie, production crews built a 1.5 mile freeway on old runways of a decommissioned Naval Air Station. At some point in the scene, a Ducati 996 is featured for some high-speed lane splitting:
Instant Ducati Collection – 4 Ducati Sportbike Package
Got $90,000 burning a hole in your pocket? Here’s your chance to pick up 4 premium modern Ducatis all at once. Start a collection! The four bikes are: 1.) 2002 Ducati 998S Ben Bostrom 2.) 2005 Ducati 999R 3.) 2008 Ducati 1098R 4.) 2013 Ducati 1199R Each of the four bikes is claimed to be in ‘perfect original condition’ and …
974 Miles – 1975 John Player Norton Commando
The Norton Commando was a bike that spawned many variants just based on cosmetic differences. The most collectible of these models was the John Player Norton Commando, a distinctive endurance-inspired Norton with unique bodywork surrounding a completely stock Mark 2A Commando. We’ve never thought the dual headlights upfront were very attractive, but they caught they eyes of many fans who …
“Your Neighbors Won’t Like This Bike” – 1984 Laverda RGS 1000 TT1
2nd Post-Listing Update: Again, this bike did not meet reserve, the 2nd time only reaching $7,400. Post-Listing Update: This Laverda RGS 1000 TT1 did not meet reserve at $9,100 and has been relisted. Find the new auction here on eBay. The swan song of the Laverda air-cooled triple from a competitive standpoint, the Laverda RGS 1000 TT1 was a production …
1988 Laverda SFC 1000
Post Listing Update: This Laverda RGS did not meet reserve despite 26 bids up to $11,100 on eBay. I’ve been on a little bit of a Laverda kick this last week, but it’s hard not to share these fantastic bikes when they come up for sale. So with that said, here’s one of the last examples of the classic orange …
1 of 200 – 1978 BMW R100RS Motorsport
Post Listing Update: This RS did not meet reserve despite 17 bids up to $6,100. A classic in its own right, the BMW R100RS needs no introduction. However, in 1978, BMW released a limited edition – the Motorsport. 200 were sold in the United States.
Cafe Corsa – 1978 Ducati 900SS
Bored out to 905cc, this bevel drive Ducati has just 78 miles on it since a restoration which took 3 years. The seller took special note to avoid modern parts, with the exception of the tires, battery, and mirrors, in an attempt to “keep the character” of this classic. You’ll get 40mm Dell’orto carbs, Marzocchi rear shocks, and plenty of …
1983 Kawasaki GPz750
Post Sale Update: This GPz sold for $2,605 after 53 bids on eBay. This Kawasaki GPz750 (VIN: JKAZXDA16DA00271) has over 14,000 miles on the odometer, but you’d be hard pressed to tell that from the excellent cosmetic shape it’s in. Thanks to a recent restoration, you’ll get plenty of new parts and a new paint job. Buy this and pay …
2003 Triumph Speed Four
The Speed Triple has been a commercial success for two decades, but between 2002-2006 it had an inline 4 cylinder brother, the Triumph Speed Four. The naked variant of the TT600 sport bike, the Speed Four had the fuel injection problems fixed. The 599cc engine yielded 97 horsepower, good for a top speed of 155 mph and a 3.5 second …
30 Miles – 1986 Suzuki RG500 Gamma
Post-Sale Update: After 35 bids on eBay, this Suzuki RG500 Gamma sold for a whopping $36,900! Suzuki’s RG500 Gamma is one of the defining bikes of the 1980’s. Somehow, there’s now one for sale with just 30 miles on the odometer.