Riding a motorcycle can have multiple purposes. Some use it to feel speed and adrenaline. Some use it to go from one point to the other quicker than a car. Some use it because it is easy to park. But ultimately, some use it for style. Makers like Harley-Davidson have proven their ability to produce bikes full of style, but …
2018 Jack Daniel’s Limited Edition Indian Scout Bobber
Post Listing Update: This Indian did not meet reserve despite 27 bids up to $12,403 on eBay. In 2016, Indian Motorcycle started a partnership with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, and that has led to an annual tradition of creating a limited edition based on an existing Indian bike. The first year celebrated the 150th anniversary of Jack Daniels with the …
What Do You Want To Know? 2019 Honda Monkey
View Post2003 MZ Baghira Black Panther
Normally a manufacturer releases a bike with multiple color options and it’s not a big deal. But when MZ wanted to update their “Street Moto” model called the Baghira with different colors on the plastics, they created separate model names such as the “Forest” for a military green or the “Black Panther” for…well, you can guess.
1998 Suzuki Katana 750
With teasers from Suzuki suggesting a new Katana is on the way, presumably to compete with Kawasaki’s modern classic Z900RS, it seemed appropriate to feature this blast from the past. The Suzuki Katana was a friendlier version of the GSXR-750, with a retuned engine and a seat that should actually be comfortable for a passenger. It fits best into the …
2016 Harley-Davidson V-Rod
Post Listing Update: This V-Rod did not meet reserve despite 3 bids up to $6,200. As some of you may have noticed by now, especially if you read my bio here, my tastes lean towards the performance end of the motorcycling spectrum. I have always loved what Harleys stood for, but every time I rode one I couldn’t help but …
1965 Harley-Davidson FLH Electra Glide
1965 was the last year of the Panhead and the first year of the electric starter – the latter is what led to the name of “Electra Glide”. 6,900 examples of the FLH were built that year.
In Canada – 1954 NSU Konsul 501-OT
Post Listing Update: This NSU did not get any interest at the opening bid of $6,899.99 on eBay. Stored for the last 48 years, this NSU Konsol will need to be recommissioned before it hits the road again. Considering how rare these are in the US, the work would be worth the effort.
1970 Honda Z50
Post Listing Update: This Z50 did not meet reserve despite 35 bids up to $5,500 on eBay. To get pumped for the upcoming launch of the Honda Monkey – I’m trying it out next week so let me know if you have any questions about it – here’s one of the originals that started the magic.
2007 Suzuki DR650SE
Post Listing Update: This DR did not get any interest at the asking price of $3,200. The recent uprising of supermotos both on the street and the track has driven up the price of dual sports. Even my own search for a traffic axe left me empty handed. However, with some perseverance, you can still find iron workhorses. The Suzuki …
Ducati 1200 DS Powered – 2015 Pierobon X60
Found in Italy in 1952, Pierobon specializes in the design of top-notch frames, swingarms, subframes, fuel tanks, and other parts to increase strength, reduce weight, and make your bike faster – they have experience with Ducati’s WSBK and MotoGP teams going back decades. In addition to individual components, they also sell “race chassis kits” for Ducati motors. You can order …
No Fork – 1994 Yamaha GTS1000
Post Listing Update: Though the BIN was lowered to $4,000, this Yamaha did not sell on eBay. In 1955, Citroen dropped a bomb on the car market when they released the DS, which was chock of technology on four wheels. Among these innovations, Citroen notably implemented hydropneumatic suspension to the car, which made the ride very smooth. Despite the huge …
$899 – 2011 Honda CGL 125
Post Sale Update: This Honda sold for the BIN of $899. This model was never exported to the US, though adventurers who have traveled to countries in Asia or Central America should recognize the CGL 125. This example was bought new in Guatemala – the seller then disassembled it, brought it into the US, and put it back together. He …
1995 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-9R
If you turn back the clock on classic male escalation you’ll find that the 900cc class used to reign supreme over sportbikes. The ZX-9R was Kawasaki’s entrant to the top dog realm. While it was intended to carve canyons, the first generation was introduced with a bit of extra heft. One could argue that the first generation of anything could …