Post Listing Update: This Trackster did not meet reserve with 10 bids up to $1,215. In 1970, Cushman introduced the Trackster – a skid steer all terrain vehicle the likes of which have never been built since. Unfortunately, this example is not running and will need some work but I’m hoping someone out there is brave enough to give it …
Namesake – 1996 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-7RR N1
Post Listing Update: This Ninja was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. Over time there have been a few bikes that bear the name of someone truly important to the model or the marque, like the Ducati’s Paul Smart or Mike Hailwood Replica. Kawsaki’s ZX-7RR N1 was known as the Muzzy Special, thanks to Rob’s involvement with the …
2002 Buell M2 Cyclone
Harley engines in a chassis that could handle – that was the dream behind Buell ownership. Hope you like orange!
Video Intermission – Energica EVA California 1 Tour – Part 1
At this year’s Quail Motorcycle Gathering, you may remember that I briefly mentioned the debut of the EVA, an electric streetfighter from Energica. Well, turns out they worked with Cycle World to ride their debut bike from Los Angeles to San Francisco, and produce three short videos documenting the trip. Here’s part 1 – the ride from Santa Monica to …
Ending Soon in Canada – 1961 Norton Featherbed Custom
The seller of this bike started his build in 2007, with a 850 Norton engine and a ’61 Featherbed frame. He wanted to mix things up with a belt drive, and there’s a few neat touches (like an Alton electric starter).
1974 Moto Guzzi Eldorado Custom
Post Listing Update: This interesting Guzzi custom did not meet reserve with 25 bids up to $9,701. This Eldorado was built by a gentleman named R.T. Kologiski, whose inspiration was to “build a Guzzi racer that looked like Guzzi would have built it, if they made an Eldorado in the 1930s.” What do you think?
1970 Montesa Cota 247
Editor’s Note: Here’s the first of what I’m sure will be many features from our newest contributor, Ted Clough! Montesa is a Spanish company that was formed in 1944. Interestingly, one of the founders was Francisco “Paco” Bulto, who later went on to form Bultaco in the late 50’s. Montesa initially built small street bikes and had some success in …
1978 Moto Guzzi LeMans
Considered by some to be an evolution of the classic V7 Sport, Moto Guzzi’s LeMans became a legend in its own right. Named after the famous race track in France, the Le Mans (if I’m allowed to oversimplify) was basically a 850T engine surrounded by much more beautiful bodywork. Here’s a low mileage example that’s not in the iconic red …
Rare in the US – 2002 MZ RT125
I’ve got to admit, I didn’t know these bikes ever officially made it to the US. This example isn’t perfect and it will need some work before it’s ready for the road again, but it’s rare, cool, and just $1,200.
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View Post1978 Ducati 900SD Darmah
After the classic 750GT of the 70s, Ducati looked to evolve with a simpler engine, and they ended up with the first ‘square case’ bevel twin – the 860 GT. It was a commercial flop, so just a few years later, the Ducati 900 SD Darmah was released, and it was a much better sport tourer. The SD (Sport Desmo) …
Video Intermission – Pikes Peak in 360 Degrees
Victory Motorcycles earned a couple of podium places at this year’s Pikes Peak International Hill Climb with their electric Empulse RR and the petrol-powered Project 156 – placing 2nd and 3rd overall respectively. These videos (and understandably) are unfortunately not from the race day, but they’re still very cool (assuming you have a computer and internet connection that don’t suck).
Restored – 1968 BMW R60US
The “US” of R60US meant it was designed for the American market – changes included telescopic forks, a higher set of handlebars, and a lack of sidecar lugs. This example was restored in 2013 and has just 1,200 miles since the work was done.
2 Weeks In The West – Day 2
June 19th, 2016 – Tucson, Arizona to Carlsbad, New Mexico: ~480 miles The only real rule I had for Day 2 was getting to El Paso before 5:15pm, when Vy’s flight was scheduled to get in. So I got an early-ish start and just hopped on the freeway to superslab away the miles. Eventually I found myself in New Mexico, …