The big news for 2014 from Harley Davidson was the addition of a 500cc and 750cc ‘lighter version’ to the HD lineup. It presents a low entry level price point for the HD experience. But the 2014 500cc Harley Davidson wasn’t anywhere near the first. In 1929 Harley introduced the Model C, a 500cc (30.5 cid) flathead single. The model …
Wanted – 1949 Lowther Lightnin’ Scooter
I know that normal posts on Bike-urious are for motorcycles for sale, but I got a special request from a reader that has bought 4 bikes through Bike-urious in the past and I thought I’d raise the flag on his request. From what I can tell, only about a dozen (or even less) Lowther Lightnin’s were built, let alone still …
Video Intermission – BMW K1200R “Respect”
A couple of weeks after I picked up my new-to-me K12R a couple of years ago, a friend reminded me of the bizarre “Respect” video that BMW released as part of their promotion of the bike. It didn’t make sense to me when it was introduced a decade ago, and it doesn’t make sense to me now, but let’s go …
1977 Kawasaki KH400
By 1977, all that was left of Kawasaki’s legendary line of triples were the KH250 and the KH400, the latter an evolution of the S3 Mach 2 – Kawi wanted to keep the names consistent with the KZ line. Unfortunately, the evolution was due to tightening emissions requirements, so the newer bike had less power – a disappointing end to …
All-Electric – 2011 Zero DS Dual Sport
Zero is the largest ‘all electric’ motorcycle manufacturer and a survivor of the rush to electrics. They have consistently pushed the needle in performance and usability.
$1,200 – 1976 Honda CB200T
In 1973, Honda introduced the CB200T, and it was very popular as cheap transportation. Here’s an example that’s survived for nearly 4 decades in a Halloween paint scheme.
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View Post1949 Universal B50
Once in a while I see a motorcycle that is so beautiful it just stops me cold. I went to find out more about this one and the only page I could find is in French.
In Belgium – 1998 BMW R1200C Custom
I think I’m just featuring this because I’m stunned someone tried to customize a R1200C! How do you think it ended up?
Pre-Import – 1956 Honda Dream 250 Project
Honda Motor Company’s invasion of America began in 1959 in a small storefront in west Los Angeles and featured three models; the step-through 50, the diminutive Benly and their “big bike” offering, the ME250 Dream. When the two larger bikes proved to have, uh, less than stellar reliability, the little Super Cub carried the company forward. Nonetheless, the 250 Dream …
Full Mod Pitbike – Kawasaki KLX110
From its stroker crank to the custom graphics, this little pit bull will boost anyone’s paddock cred. Built from a Kawasaki KLX110, this baby beast boasts a full compliment of cosmetic and go-fast(er) bits for the sound, spunk and attitude you want. When you get serious about your race days, $3,000 will put this one on the back of your …
Meet JG Nelson!
A week ago, I reached out to see if any of you were interested in contributing to Bike-urious so we could increase the breadth and depth of featured bikes. I was ecstatic to see how many readers answered the call, and over the new few weeks you’ll be meeting some of them. Let’s meet another new contributor, JG Nelson!
36 Miles – 2009 MV Agusta F4 RR 312 1078
View Post2011 Hammarhead Solo X
Based on the Ural sT, the Solo X was a custom that you could order from James Loughead, the man behind Hammarhead Industries. Suggested price was $12,500. This example is claimed to have been built for Ewan McGregor, and it has just 200 miles.
1951 Indian Chief Roadmaster
A rare bike from a glorious marque. Nobody knows exactly how many Indians were made in the 1950s, but by 1951 the Chief was the only model left in production, and not many were made. All production ceased in 1953.