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Krauser Fairing – 1988 BMW R100RS

In Germany, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

Post Listing Update: This RS did not meet reserve despite 34 bids up to $5,600. Here’s a BMW R100RS that’s been equipped with a rare Krauser fairing. It looks to be in great shape and everything is claimed to run well – here’s your chance for a classic German tourer with an extra dose of style.

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1947 Salsbury Imperial Rocket

In America, Scooter by Abhi1 Comment

Back in 1936, a man named E. Foster Salsbury co-developed the Salsbury Motor Glide, a scooter with an enclosed drivetrain underneath the seat. His later development of the first CVT to be used on a scooter made his product such a success that he even tried to license the design internationally. This design defined the second generation of scooters worldwide, …

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2,800 Miles – 1983 Yamaha Seca Turbo

In Japan, Sport by AbhiLeave a Comment

Having spent the first 30 years of its life in a private collection, this bike found its way to the current seller (technically the first owner because the collector never registered it), who is now offering it with some of the nicest photos I’ve seen of a Turbo Seca for sale. You should go to the listing just to enjoy …

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Ending Soon – 1938 Moto Scoot Model B

In America, Scooter, Vintage by AbhiLeave a Comment

In 1936, Normal Siegel created Moto Scoot with all of his assets and three employees. When Siegel served in the Amry for WWII, the company was taken over by financiers in Chicago who changed the name to American Moto Scoot. It would go on to be the nation’s most popular scooter for a few years, bigger than Cushman or Salisbury.

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1984 Honda V65 Sabre

In Japan, Sport by Abhi4 Comments

Post Listing Update: Despite being relisted, this Sabre did not get any interest at the BIN of $2,400. The Honda V65 Sabre was built around the 1100cc engine that also powered its cruiser-brother, the Magna. The engine stole the show, as it produced 121 horsepower – capable of pushing the bike up to a “design speed” of 173 miles per …