Italian for ‘Moose’, the Alce was a Moto Guzzi built for the Italian Army between ’39 and ’45. Featuring a 498cc single cylinder that produced 14 horsepower and a very strong frame, this was a reliable mount that was eventually replaced by the Superalce (ha, Super Moose) and complemented by the Trialce, a three-wheeler. This Alce apparently served in what …
Meet a Reader – Travis Scott, The Nimbus Nut
View PostProduct Review – Oberon Clutch Slave Cylinder
As I explained in my review of the BoosterPlug, one of my complaints with the BMW K1200R is with the clutch feel. Even with the OEM adjustable levers, I felt that the engagement point was too far out, and the travel in the friction zone was rather abrupt. Here’s my attempt to resolve that.
Fully Restored – 1977 Honda CB400F
View Post2005 Kawasaki KZ1000P Police
A bike for those of you that look like Erik Estrada, this Kawasaki KZ1000P is from the last year of production and comes with nearly all of the police equipment (strobe lights, CB radio with walkie-talkie, nightstick holder) except for the siren, though the wiring and switches for the siren are still present.
Los Angeles to Seattle – Day 1
View PostVideo Intermission – Jay Leno on Top Gear
View PostKing of the Road – 1958 Harley-Davidson Duo Glide
If you’re a patina guy, this is your bike. This ’58 (the first year of the swingarm chassis, hence the name “Duo”, as well as hydraulic rear brakes) has the F-6 package, also known as the “King of the Highway” Group.
1985 Yamaha FJ1100
View PostFully Restored – 1975 Rupp RMX 125
Post Listing Update: This RMX125 did not get any interest at the opening bid of $7,999. Rupp occasionally gets the short end of the stick in public opinion – some people considered the company to be one of the many run-of-the-mill ventures that churned out cheap minibikes in the 70s. But that’s not fair. Rupp was ahead of the game …
762 Miles – 2010 Triumph Street Triple R
Post-Sale Update: This Street Triple R sold for a lowered BIN of $5,600. I’m one of the (apparently few) people that prefers the styling of the previous gen Street Triple, with the round headlights. Because of that, I like this Matte Blazing Orange example being offered by the original owner with just 762 miles and a few choice extras.
1936 BMW R4
Post Listing Update: This R4 was relisted multiple time, but it never met reserve. The last auction got up to $14,100 with 41 bids on eBay. Popular with the German Police and Army in its day, the BMW R4 was a mid-market bike, designed to fill the gap between the entry level R2 and the upmarket boxer-engined bikes. Here’s a …
1983 Ducati 900 MHR – Mike Hailwood Replica
The Ducati 900 MHR (Mike Hailwood Replica) was built to commemorate Hailwood’s success in the 1978 Isle of Man TT.
1966 Triumph Custom Chopper
View Post1981 Harley Sportster Limited Edition
In 1981, got its independence from AMF thanks to a group of 13 investors led by Vaughn Beals and Willie G. To celebrate this, they released a few limited editions, including the Milwaukee Edition, and this bike, called the Limited Edition or the Series One. 1,000 were built, and this is #283.