In the mid 60s, Ducati offered a pair of singles called the Cadet and the Mountaineer that were both powered by a 97.6cc engine. The Cadet was a road bike and the Mountaineer (as you can guess from the name) was more of a dual-sport before the term existed.
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View Post1970 Triumph Tiger TR6
The baby brother to the Bonneville, the TR6 was known again as the Tiger in 1970 (though it would get a controversial redesign the next year to Oil In Frame).
Heinrich Tank – 1969 BMW R69S
4-12-2019 Update: I just found out that this bike eventually made its way to my buddy Somer Hooker, who sold it today on Bring a Trailer for $15,500 after 18 bids. Post Sale Update: This R69S sold for $15,100 after 13 bids on eBay. Here’s a R69S with the rare Heinrich tank. It spent the last 20 years in a …
Ending Soon – 1974 Norton Commando Hi-Rider
What’s that, you say? You thought the Commando needed mini-apes and a giant seat? Apparently, Norton agreed with you for some reason – the exact reason for why this bike came out isn’t documented, but most people agree that it was an odd attempt to try and capitalize on the “Easy Rider” movement that was taking over the States.
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View Post1969 BSA Thunderbolt A65
If you’re OK with a bike that’s not 100% correct (but has had some good upgrades for someone who would rather ride than display), here’s your chance at a decent deal on a BSA Thunderbolt.
Pick One – Well Prepped Mid Size Dual Sports
I love when people go a little crazy with their dual sport builds. Here’s a BMW F650GS Dakar and a Kawasaki KLR650 that have both been well-prepped for about the same money – which would you pick?
1985 BMW R80
Here’s a BMW R80 (VIN: WD1046300F6480420) that’s claimed to be in pristine condition. It has 37,765 miles and looks great with the R90S fairing.
1982 Suzuki RGB500
Suzuki’s RG500 was a celebration of 7 consecutive constructor’s titles in the 500cc class. The twin-crank, rotary valve rocket epitomized what we all love about two-strokes, particularly power and noise on the pipe. But the Suzuki RGB500 was the bigger, badder brother – closer to Suzuki’s race effort than you might imagine.
Beautiful Tourer – 1988 BMW R100RS
View PostWhite Walls – 1972 Moto Guzzi Eldorado and Velorex Sidecar
View PostNeeds Some Work – 1964 Meguro 250 SG
Founded in 1937, Meguro was one of Japan’s first motorcycle manufacturers. They eventually became part of Kawasaki, but not before they helped legitimize the Japanese motorcycle industry.
469 Miles – 1983 Moto Morini 500 Sport
View PostStreet Legal – 2014 Rokon Trailbreaker Sidecar
Founded about 50 years ago, Rokon has become synonymous with two-wheel-drive motorcycles that are able to go anywhere. Initially designed as a motorcycle/tractor, the Trailbreaker lives up to its name with incredibly low gearing that enables riders to climb up steep hills balancing at just 0.5 miles per hour.