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1972 Yankee Z500

In America, Dual-Sport by Abhi3 Comments

Post Sale Update: This Z500 sold for $4,465 after 10 bids on eBay. In the early 70s, John Taylor of Schenectady, New York started building the Yankee Z500, an American dual-sport designed to compete with the best bikes coming out of Europe. Yankee Motor Company started by importing machines from OSSA, the Spanish off-road powerhouse, and then moved to modifying …

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1946 Indian Chief Roadmaster

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The Indian Chief had three model lines – the Clubman, the Sportsman, and the top of the line Roadmaster. The Roadmaster (which Polaris has brought back) was the full touring option, which came with extra chrome, a Sport windshield, twin spotlights, saddlebags, and Indian’s “Chum-Me” seat which allowed you to bring “your best friend along, too.”

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Highly Original – 1940 Harley-Davidson EL Knucklehead

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Here’s an unrestored EL Knuckle that’s in impressive original condition. The paint on the front fender, tank, frame, and forks are original. The rear fender was repainted to match. There are some minor issues but nothing unexpected – the front crash bar and wheel hubs are from a different year, and the muffler is a repro. When the seller originally …

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3 Years New – 2012 EBR 1190RS Carbon Edition

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Post Listing Update: This Carbon Edition EBR did not get any action at the BIN of $34,999. Motorcycle enthusiasts are all familiar with the story of Erik Buell, and the disappointing end of his partnership with Harley-Davidson. Good News – Buell is back! In 2011, Erik and his company, Erik Buell Racing (EBR), decided to get back in the sportbike …

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1985 Kalamazoo Speed Truck

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Originally a railroad equipment manufacturer, the Kalamazoo Manufacturing Company was founded in 1883 but expanded into material vehicles with the Kalamazoo Speed Truck in the 40s. They produced many variants of the Speed Truck, including this 3 wheeler (with a cute aftermarket trailer).

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1960 Tote Gote Blazer

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The Tote Gote was developed by Ralph Bonham, who built it to make his life easier while on hunting trips in Utah. That company ran from 1958-1970, but early on a board member (and sales manager) left to start a new company – which produced the Blazer you see here. The first six Blazer’s utilized a Tote Gote frame, and …

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1964 Cushman Eagle with Sidecar

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This adorable sidecar rig is based on a chromed out Cushman Eagle with a rebuilt engine that comes with a side “car” that’s perfect for a little kid. Find it for sale here on Craigslist in Tuttle, Oklahoma for $7,500. This bike-uriousity brought to you by Jim R!

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1975 Aermacchi Harley 350 Custom

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Here’s a bike that will probably be polarizing. The tank is a custom unit by Evan Wilcox, and the engine was recently done by Chris Kerber. All that plus some Akront rims came together as a package that was on display at the Northwest Vintage Car and Motorcycle Museum. Find this Italian Harley for sale here on Craigslist for $5,000 …

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1925 Indian Scout

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Post Sale Update: After 39 bids on eBay, this Scout sold for $27,600. In 1920, Indian introduced the Scout alongside the Powerplus to offer a smaller bike in its lineup. For nearly 30 years, the Scout continued on as one of Indian’s most celebrated bikes – some loyalists still think the 101 Scout of the late 20s was the best …