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1917 Harley-Davidson Model J with Sidecar

In 3 Wheels, America, Cruiser by AbhiLeave a Comment

This beautifully restored Harley sidecar is claimed to run and drive perfect, and it looks fantastic. The Model J introduced a lot of first for Harley. In 1915 it got what was advertised as the “most powerful motorcycle light system” available, a new electrical system that incorporated the headlight, taillight, horn, and ignition with a generator. 1917 was the first …

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Built by Trident – 1982 Honda CX500 Trike

In 3 Wheels, Japan by Abhi1 Comment

Post Listing Update: This Trident was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. In the 80s, a company called Trident built a few (rumors suggest 250) trikes based on Honda’s CX500. Some were built for police use, and they were geared about 10% lower than the stock 2 wheeler.

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Fully Faired – 1993 Moto Guzzi Daytona

In Italy, Sport by Abhi1 Comment

Dr. John Wittner made a name for himself in the late 80’s thanks to his ability to modify the hell out of MG’s – his bikes won consecutive US Endurance Championships, among other racers. Due to his success, the Guzzi factory asked him to come to Italy and help develop a superbike unlike anything the Italian firm had produced before. …

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1983 BMW R80GS

In Dual-Sport, Germany by Abhi1 Comment

Arguably the motorcycle that created the ‘adventure bike’ segment, the R80GS (and successors) has been invaluable to BMW. It’s also becoming harder and harder to find a good example.

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CA Titled and Registered – 1985 Yamaha RZV500R

In Japan, Sport by Abhi5 Comments

Post Sale Update: After 40 bids on eBay the second time around, this RZV sold for $16,299. 11-19 Update: This RZV is back up for sale. I’m in love with those exhaust pipes. Find it in Goleta, California with bidding up to $8,600 (and interestingly, the reserve seems to be met) here on eBay. Post-Listing Update: Bidding got up to …