When it comes to the Matchless brand, the CSR acronym is typically associated with the G12. But the seller of this G80 claims to have 1 of 20 G80 GSRs built as a special order for the Rhodesian High Commission for their police force. I can’t find any independent verification of this and the reader who submitted this to me …
1 of 750 – 1970 Norton Mercury
Introduced in October 1968 (and produced only until February of 1970), the Norton Mercury was considered by some to be a ‘parts bin’ bike when it was released. History has been a bit kinder to it – only about 750 were ever sold and it was the last of the Dominator twins.
$1,800 – 1980 BMW R100RT
If Saturday’s R100 Scrambler left you cold, here’s your chance for a cheap base bike – maybe you’ll be inspired to try and make your scrambler custom?
1963 Francis Barnett Falcon
Founded in 1919 by Gordon Francis and Arthur Barnett, Francis-Barnett was an English motorcycle manufacturer that was eventually acquired by AMC in ’47. After WWII, the company focused on small two-strokes with Villiers-sourced engines. After ’57 they started using AMC’s powerplant. Francis-Barnett liked to name their bikes after birds, including Plover, Kestrel, Merlin, and more. One of those birds was …
From Benelli – 1968 Wards Riverside 250
Post-Listing Update: This Benelli was pulled from eBay, final sale price unknown. Between ’59 and ’69, Montgomery Ward sold Benelli motorcycles under the ‘Wards Riverside’ name. If you bought one, you’d get the bike delivered in a crate, and then have to assemble it yourself. Here’s an example of the 250cc model with some of the nicest original paint I’ve …
Fire Rescue – 1951 Alcyon Type 23
View Post1969 Honda CD175
You’ve presumably heard of the CB175 and the CL175 – but did you know about the CD175? It was the touring model in Honda’s 175 lineup, compared to the Sport CB and Enduro CL.
879 Miles – 1957 Maico Blizzard 250
Most people associate Maico with a series of world-beating off road bikes. But they also made road bikes, each of which was named after a “wind”, as in a weather feature. So say hello to the Maico Blizzard 250.
Needs Some Work – 1967 Gilera B300
View PostIn England – 1961 Matchless G80S
Here’s an unrestored example of the venerable Matchless G80, with some modifications to aid in use as you fight off modern traffic.
Clean CB – 1978 Honda CB750 K8
Here’s an impressively clean example of a Honda CB750 that’s been well setup for touring.
In Greece – 1964 Alta 50S
In business between 1962 and 1978, Alta was a manufacturer of motorcycles, cars, and trucks based out of Athens, Greece. When they started, they built vehicles around a Sachs 50cc engine – one of the most notable was the Alta 50S.
1970 Triumph Tiger TR6
The baby brother to the Bonneville, the TR6 was known again as the Tiger in 1970 (though it would get a controversial redesign the next year to Oil In Frame).
1985 BMW R80
Here’s a BMW R80 (VIN: WD1046300F6480420) that’s claimed to be in pristine condition. It has 37,765 miles and looks great with the R90S fairing.
Needs Some Work – 1964 Meguro 250 SG
Founded in 1937, Meguro was one of Japan’s first motorcycle manufacturers. They eventually became part of Kawasaki, but not before they helped legitimize the Japanese motorcycle industry.