Post Sale Update: This Gamma sold for $23,100 after 13 bids on eBay. One of the coolest motorcycles built in the 80s, the RG500 Gamma was a repli-racer inspired by Suzuki’s dominant Gamma, which won 7 consecutive manufacturer titles in the 500cc class.
0 Miles – 1974 Norton Commando 850
According to the seller, this bike is “as brand new as possible, unrestored and 100% original, with 0 miles ridden. Neither gas nor oil have been added since being drained at the factory in Great Britain prior to its being shipped to North America 45 years ago.”
Restored – 1967 Honda CB77 Superhawk 305
The Honda CB77, also known as the the Super Hawk, has the glorious distinction of being Honda’s first sportbike. In certain ways, it set the template for the next 20 years of motorcycles thanks to a lovely pairing of speed and reliability. It would also lead to several future classic Hondas like the Black Bomber (CB450) and the ubiquitous CB750.
Sport Touring – 1975 BMW R90S
Post Listing Update: This R90S did not meet reserve despite 39 bids up to $8,000 on eBay. The R90S is one of BMW’s most famous bikes, and it was an instant game-changer when it was released in 1974. With oversight from Hans Muth, this bike was built to show the world that the German firm could make more than just …
Supermoto Conversion – 2008 Honda XR650L
Post Sale Update: After being relisted, this XR650L Supermoto sold for $5,000 after 16 bids on eBay. The Honda XR650L has been a long standing dual-sport staple. A 644cc carbureted powerplant pushing 324 pounds dry balances power and agility, without the brutality of a full motocrosser. The single cylinder setup fosters reliability for endless joy, and supermoto glory is just …
Brutale-Based 1 of 10 – 2014 Walt Siegl Motorcycles Bol d’Or
Walt Siegl came of age during MV Agusta’s reign of Grand Prix supremacy, so fast forward a few dozen years to where Walt has established himself as one of the premier custom builders in the world, and it makes sense that the Austrian would want to build a bike (or ten) celebrating MV’s rich racing heritage.
In Italy – 1954 MV Agusta CSS Disco Volante
The MV Agusta Disco Volante (Italian for Flying Saucer, affectionately named due to the distinctive tank) was formally known as the 175 CSS. It was a popular “Super Sport” that’s a perfect candidate for your local Giro.
Factory ATP Kit Replica – 1981 Yamaha Turbo 1
Post Sale Update: This Yamaha sold for $3,520 after 3 bids on eBay. I learned two things today: 1.) Yamaha Motor USA has their own Tumblr account 2.) Before the Seca Turbo, Yamaha dabbled with a factory-supported turbocharged machine. Meet the “Turbo 1”.
Sold at Mecum – 1986 Honda CBX750 RC17
This January, Mecum auctioned off this CBX750FE for $4,400 (plus buyer’s premium). Now the new owner is looking for $6,995. Will he get it?
572 of 800 – 2000 Buell X1 Lightning Millennium
Presumably named after its year of release, the Buell X1 Lightning Millennium was a limited production run (800 bikes) that was all about silver aesthetics. Half of the bikes were sold in the US, and the majority of the remaining units went to Europe.
2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000
Years from now, when all motorcycles are turbocharged or electric and sportbikes of today are considered “old,” we’ll look back to simpler times. Times when you could make 176 all motor horsepower without the cage of traction control, and only a braided steel throttle cable stood between you, glory, and space. We will look back to the K5-K6 Suzuki GSXR1000. …
Sonic Weld Frame – 1967 Triumph 750 Street Tracker
Post Sale Update: This Triumph sold for $7,400 after 36 bids on eBay. As flat track racing enjoyed a dramatic rise in popularity in the US, companies were formed to support the burgeoning scene. One popular firm was Sonic Weld, which was created in 1967 by Neil Keen. Sonic Weld would eventually be marketed under the Trackmaster brand, but no …
2019 Kawasaki Ninja 400 vs 2019 Yamaha YZF-R3
View Post2001 Ducati 996S
Post Listing Update: This 996S was pulled off of eBay because “there was an error in the listing.” The Ducati 996 needs no introduction. Superbikes in general are better because the 996 existed, and every detail was designed to be beautiful as well as functional. 2001 was the last year of production before the 998 engine, and Troy Bayliss gave …
6 Miles – 2015 Kawasaki Ninja H2
Post Listing Update: This H2 was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Forced induction bikes have been done before, and it looks like we’re headed back in that direction. But in 2015, the Kawasaki H2 was a game changer. A 998cc inline four cylinder paired to a supercharger that Kawasaki had to build in-house cranked out 189 hp …