In the late 70s, the big four Japanese companies kicked off a horsepower war by stuffing big engines into their usual frames, creating the notion of superbikes. When it came to Big Red’s turn, Honda decided to push boundaries and utilize their first 6-cylinder engine in a production motorcycle. Benelli actually beat Honda to the punch in terms of 6-cylinder …
Dealer Display – 1975 Suzuki RE5
Suzuki called the RE5 the future of motorcycling, thanks to its innovative rotary engine and distinctive styling. This is the ’75 model, which had more interesting design characteristics like the ‘tin can’ instrument cluster. The ’76 (and final model) was a little neutered in an attempt to make the bike more conventional.
1973 Benelli Tornado 650S
Post Listing Update: This Tornado was relisted a couple of times, but bidding never got higher than $3,975 and the reserve was not met. Benelli is one of the very few motorcycle companies that has been around for over 100 years. An Italian firm (though it’s got more of a Chinese flavor nowadays) that has a great history in small …
0 Miles – 1979 Benelli Sei
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.
1999 Triumph Legend
Basically a budget Thunderbird, the Triumph Legend was a decent entry-level motorcycle that was quite short-lived (produced just between 1998-2000). The full name (Triumph Legend TT) is a bit odd considering what the bike actually is, but the bike represents good value for money and you won’t see many of them around, especially in Imperial Green.
1966 Allstate 250 Twingle
Post Sale Update: This Twingle sold for the opening bid of $1,800! Also known as the Puch 250 SGS, this bike was imported into the US through Sears as the Allstate. It’s also known as the Twingle as it featured an interesting engine design where two pistons shared one combustion chamber.
1986 Yamaha SRX600
Just like the SR500, the SRX600 featured the engine from one of Yamaha’s dirtbikes placed into a chassis to enable sporty street riding. Unlike the SR500, this bike sold poorly outside of Japan. Here in the states, it only lasted for a year. But the 45 horsepower was enough to have fun, and it’s become a cult classic in North …
Movie Hero – 2009 Suzuki Gladius
I always thought that the Gladius was a dull follow-up to the SV650. But this custom version built for the movie Priest is anything but.
1960 Francis-Barnett Plover
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 Falcon, Kestrel, Merlin, and more. One of those birds was …
2007 Ducati GT1000
An instant classic, the Ducati GT1000 matches an excellent 992cc 2V engine with retro styling. Here’s a “exceptional” example with just 578 miles on the odometer in the unique black and tan paint scheme. Find this GT1000 for sale (VIN: 008994) in Grants Pass, Oregon for $11,495 here at Automania.
1969 Honda CB160
Post Sale Update: This CB sold for $4,336.25 after 22 bids on eBay. The Honda CB160, affectionately known as the Mini Hawk, featured an over-bored CB125 that produced 16.5 horsepower at 10,500rpm. Here’s your chance to snag an example that’s been ‘perfectly restored’.
1955 Horex Resident
Here’s a “gorgeously restored example” of the Horex Resident, which was produced for just two years as the successor to the Regina. This bike is powered by a 350cc four stroke single with twin port exhaust that produces 24 horsepower. Find this Horex Resident for sale here on Brad’s Bikes (scroll to the bottom) for $6,500.
1965 Ducati Monza 250
Here’s a “fully-restored” example of the last year of the Ducati Monza 250 before they became angular. It was used mostly as a show bike (and has apparently won its share of trophies), but now it’s your turn to hopefully get it back on the road for regular use. Note that the seller and I have different definitions of fully …
1967 Triumph Trophy
Hartz Bros Custom Cycle is in the middle of a ‘stock series’ where they are rebuilding Triumph 650s. This example merges a ’67 T120R frame with a ’71 engine and has been restored to be like new with .20 over pistons, Hepolite rings, Wassell electronic ignition, a new Amal 930, and more. It seems the shop used to focus on …
Ending Soon – 1979 Honda CBX
In the late 70s, the big four Japanese companies kicked off a horsepower war by stuffing big engines into their usual frames, creating the notion of superbikes. When it came to Big Red’s turn, Honda decided to push boundaries and utilize their first 6-cylinder engine in a production motorcycle. Benelli actually beat Honda to the punch in terms of 6-cylinder …