In the late 80s, Harley-Davidson decided that they wanted to take a crack at AMA Superbike, where they’d be allowed to compete against 750cc fours with 1,000cc twins (just like Ducati). Homologation rules required the production of 50 bikes around the world, so Harley ended up getting the bikes certified and legalized in Germany (though the common rumor is that …
Electric Conversion – 2002 Honda XR50
A stock Honda XR50 makes about 3 horsepower and weighs 104 pounds – the seller of this example claims that it now makes 3x the power and weighs just 4 pounds more thanks to an electric drivetrain conversion. It’s currently set up “for maximum power and an irresistible fun time for all ages! The power will not disappoint!“
Meet a Reader – SBK Stash
SBK Stash (name redacted for anonymity) is a Minnesota-based superbike and exotic motorcycle fan and collector. He’s also an awesome dude, and I’m excited to share a little bit of his story with you here today:
2016 Indian Scout
My moto-journalist buddy Justin Westbrook is selling his Indian Scout – he bought it after falling in love with one during a cross-country ride for a series in Motorcyclist magazine, but he’s been spending more time in the dirt as of late so this Scout needs a new home.
Resurrecting a Kawasaki KZ650 – Part 3
Turns out that even with backup, I’ve barely been making any progress on the KZ650 project that I’ve been hoping to resurrect. So now I’m being a good capitalist and just throwing money at the problem. But I’m finally getting results!
Sharkskinz History – 1998 Yamaha R1 with R7 Bodywork
Back in the days of Peak Sportbike, David Lee (the former owner of Sharkskinz) had his company build a set of bodywork to allow R1 owners to emulate the legendary R7 homologation special. The seller of this example says that he spoke to David, and he confirmed that “it’s one of either 50 or 75 kits sold.”
What Do You Want To Know? 2021 Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Road Glide King of the Baggers
UPDATE: Here’s the review! Last week, Cycle News gave me the incredible opportunity to ride something unexpected – the Harley-Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Road Glide that Kyle Wyman won the 2021 King of the Baggers Championship with! What do you want to know about it?
1966 Bultaco Campera
The Campera was a dual sport (complete with a cool scrambler-style exhaust) offered in varying displacements – this is a 175cc example of the first generation.
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View PostAbhi Buys a MZ Mastiff, Part 2 – Shakedown Run
I was feeling pretty good about my discount Mastiff purchase, but I was getting antsy to take it for a decent spin. Iconic’s usual ‘Sunday Ride’ out to the Rock Store seemed like the perfect excuse!
1982 Honda CB1123F Race Bike
This started as a CB750F Super Sport, but it has been turned into “the ultimate Freddie Spencer tribute bike that will win races.”
Still In Crate – 2007 Suzuki RM250
Dirt Bike Magazine calls the Suzuki RM250 “the best used bike ever,” though that may not be relevant with this example as it’s never been out of the crate even though it’s 15 years old.
Who’s Going To Mecum Las Vegas This Week?
It was a last minute decision, but I’m heading out to Vegas first thing tomorrow morning to catch the Mecum auction, see a few friends, and have a special dinner meeting with my favorite motorcycle museum in the US – but more on that later, hopefully.
4 Miles – 1965 Lube-NSU Yak
This is one of very few bikes out there which I’ve struggled to find information on, but there’s so rare that I have to share them – especially when an awesome reader sends it my way!