As I mentioned before, Ted C is across the pond for the IoM. While he’s planning on sharing a detailed trip report once he’s back, he thankfully made some time to share a quick teaser of what he’s been able to see out there, and it’s fantastic:
1954 RSY A54
View PostVideo Intermission – The Sultan of Swingarm
I recently featured an oddball Yamaha GTS1000 custom, and reader Mark C made me aware of a 30 second TV spot that Yamaha released to market this technologically advanced bike. Consider it a history of forks:
Could It Be? 1933 NSU Twin Engine Custom
Post Listing Update: This crazy custom did not meet reserve with bidding up to $12,200. The seller has no feedback and the bike’s going to need some work, but this is definitely one of the most interesting twin-engine motorcycles I’ve ever seen…assuming the listing’s for real.
The Legend – 1971 Husqvarna 400 Cross
Some motorcycles are notable, some are famous, but only a very few can claim to be legends and carry that legend for over 40 years. The Husky 400 Cross is one of those. Introduced in 1969 it was instantly the open class dirt racing standard. Many notable riders and victories were racked up in very short order. Steve McQueen owned …
The KAgusta – BMW K-Series Custom
I’ve featured a few of Larry Romestant’s “Special K” builds in the past, like “The Executive“. They’re all variations based on flying bricks, but the only one I’ve really been intrigued by is this build, called the “KAgusta.” I first saw it in person several years ago and I’ve been intrigued by it since – but now I finally know …
Guess That Bike – Unknown Tank Edition
View PostWMRRA Champion – 1997 Ducati Monster Racer
Post Listing Update: This Monster did not meet reserve with bidding up to $2,200. This Ducati Monster has won 2 class championships in WMRRA, thanks to some serious modifications (and plenty of parts from a 888). Unfortunately, the bodywork is going to need some work on the right side and the motor needs a rebuild. Still, hopefully someone finds this …
1939 Gilera Saturno 500
Another marquee I had never heard of…but in this case, probably should have. Gilera was an Italian motorcycle company that was in business from 1909 to 1969 when it was acquired by Piaggio. By 1939 the company had 3 500 cc models and would dominate the racing world with them right after the war. They had 2 four cylinder models …
Period Road Racer – 1976 Ducati 900SS
View PostRare Restoration – 1936 Douglas Endeavour
Post Listing Update: This Endeavour did not get any action at the BIN of $45,000. The Endeavour was a groundbreaking bike for Douglas, and their marketing materials reflected that notion with descriptions like “the motorcycle of the age, a masterpiece on who wheels…silent, safe, light, luxurious. The last word in engineering practice and design.“. Despite all that, very few were …
The Huskymer – 1976 BMW R75/6 Custom
Built by Mokka Cycles, the Kuskymer is named as it’s a Husky tank on a BMW slash 5. It’s a weird concept, but do you think it works well?
1971 Honda CB750 Cafe Racer
Here’s a rare cafe racer where the builder realized it takes more than a set of cafe bars and a custom tail. What do you think of the end result?
SYSK – Trophy Motorcycles
This post guest written by reader Michael K! San Diego, California enjoys year-round motorcycling weather, is the home of a number of AMA Hall of Fame members, and a plethora of motorcycle shops including Trophy Motorcycles. Trophy is owned and operated by partners Isaac Heinrich and Tim Johnson and is definitely a Shop You Should Know (SYSK) if you like …
Are You At the Isle of Man Classic TT?
Contributor Ted Clough just let me know that he’s in Isle of Man for the Classic TT this weekend. If any of you are out there as well and feel like meeting up, drop me a line and I’ll pass it along!