Hodaka, a Japanese-American joint venture, produced a series of very popular small-engine bikes during the 60s and 70s, with some fantastic names. My personal favorite (just on name alone) has to be the Combat Wombat, but this seller is giving you a chance to accumulate some other great names with 2 Dirt Squirts and 1 Super Rat.
1982 Honda CB750F + Freddie Spencer Helmet
Post-Sale Update: This Honda CB750F sold for an unknown best offer less than $2,500. Not a bad deal for the buyer! I’ll admit that I’m basically just featuring this bike so I have an excuse to feature the helmet. The Honda CB750F, also known as the Super Sport, was an evolution of the storied CB750 line. It gained some 80s …
Cheap Runner – 1967 Suzuki S32
The Suzuki S32, also known as the Olympian, was a 150cc 2-stroker twin with dual carbs, a 4-speed transmission, toaster tank, and an electric starter. Though the speedo goes to 100mph, you shouldn’t expect to top 80 while riding it.
1969 Honda Z50 with Sidecar
Here’s a great setup for two reasons – first, it’s a second-generation Z50 from the first year of production. But more importantly this tiny bike is carrying a sidecar that’s bigger than the bike is!
Just Hands – 2003 Yamaha R6
This Yamaha R6 has been modified by the seller to be rideable by someone who is paralyzed from the waist down. It’s quite fascinating – a Translogic push button shifter takes care of swapping gear ratios, while custom electronic outriggers take care of keeping the bike upright at a stop. The outriggers are deployed via a toggle switch mounted in …
1965 Honda CB77
Here’s a lovely Superhawk that was restored last year. The motor’s had some work done, including a new top end, and the frame, swingarm, and center stand were powdercoated. I’d ditch the CYB seat for the original, but the seller’s folder full of receipts should be helpful in maintaining peace of mind. Find this CB77 for sale here on Craigslist …
Chappy – 1977 Yamaha LB80IIAD
Also known as the “Chappy”, here’s a cute little step-through scooter that’s in excellent condition. As you’d probably guessed, it was released to compete with Honda’s tiny trail bikes – the most common options were the LB 50 and this LB80, the latter of which features a 82cc engine and a 2-speed, 2-stage transmission. The LB80 is capable of about …
Triple Busa – 2004 Suzuki Hayabusa Custom
Your eyes do not deceive you – this Suzuki Hayabusa has an inline triple. Not in terms of the engine, but in terms of wheels and tires!
JDM Only – 1999 Suzuki GSX-R 750
The Suzuki GSXR750 is an original Japanese model in the JDM-only Lucky Strike paint scheme. It has paint matched wheels, 19,475 miles, and a recent full service. It’s got Japanese paperwork but also has a title in the US. Find this Suzuki GSXR750 for sale in Bethany, Oklahoma with bidding up to $3,125 for sale here on eBay.
1st Turbo – 1979 Kawasaki Z1R-TC
Post Listing Update: This Z1R-TC did not meet reserve despite 37 bids up to $16,900. The Kawasaki Z1R-TC has the distinction of being the ‘first’ of many things. Most importantly, it was the first turbocharged bike released into the market, kicking off the 80’s turbo bike push which included bikes like the Yamaha Seca Turbo and the Honda CX650 Turbo.
Semi-Replica – 1985 Yamaha RD500
Yamaha’s RD500 was a sportbike that has a special place in the hearts of US 80s 2-stroke fans because it was never officially imported here. Nearly all of the examples you now find were brought in from Canada (where it was called the RZ500, hence the title in the seller’s listing). Here’s an example that has 11,600 miles, just 100 …
1973 Suzuki GT750
The Suzuki GT750, also known as the Water Buffalo, was the bike that put Suzuki on the map in the United States. Introduced as competition to the big bikes of the day, like the Honda CB750 and the Triumph Bonneville, this bike was basically a T500 with an extra cylinder and liquid cooling crafted on.
1992 Honda VFR400R
Ready for one of the most common folk riddles ever?
1986 Suzuki Rick Lance RG500 Gamma
In the 80s, Suzuki offered a limited run of 150 bikes as a replica of their Skoal-liveried RG500 Gamma – it was just a paint job but it looked great. That paint scheme was inspiration for this (presumably regular model) RG500 that’s been tuned and heavily modified by expert Rick Lance.
1973 Hodaka Combat Wombat
Featuring one of the greatest model names ever, the Hodaka Combat Wombat was part of a series of fantastically-named bikes like the Road Toad and the Dirt Squirt. Here’s a cherry example that has just 300 miles on it, and it’s claimed to look great and run great. Based on the photos, I’d say the former is true – hopefully …