Hot on the heels of a stock CB450 K1 that I featured a couple of days ago, here’s one that’s been turned into a cafe racer.
1977 Harley-Davidson XLCR
Post-Listing Update: This XLCR was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. The Harley Davidson XLCR was one of the many bikes in history that was initially hailed as an instant collector bike…that no one bought. Designed by Willie G. Davidson, this bike was supposed to be a black beauty featuring HD’s most powerful production engine yet. The lovely …
1979 Moto Guzzi 1000SP
Post-Listing Update: This Moto Guzzi 1000SP cafe racer was pulled off of eBay, final sale price unknown. One of the better touring bikes in its day, the Moto Guzzi 1000SP Spada typically falls under the radar of some of the more classic Guzzi names. I’ve already featured one example that was turned into an absolute beauty, but here’s an interesting …
2012 Norley Cafe Racer
You’re probably familiar with the Triton – a Triumph engine in a Norton frame. But have you heard of a Harley Sportster engine in a replica Norton Manx frame? Say hello to the Norley. Or should it be called Sporton? Harlon? Harlton? Whatever.
1967 Norton Featherlastic
12-5 Update: A month later, this bike is now up for sale at Brad’s Bikes for $7,500. Post-Sale Update: After 24 bids on eBay, this Norton Featherlastic sold for $6,801. When most people think of a mongrel Norton, they think of the Triton – a Triumph engine in a Norton Featherbed frame. But there’s also a much rarer take on …
2000 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport Custom
Here’s an interesting Moto Guzzi Custom Cafe Racer from the folks at Santiago Chopper. I’ve featured a custom Guzzi from Santiago before, but this one’s based on a V11 Sport.
2005 Kawasaki Ninja 250 Custom
The Kawasaki Ninja 250 is known for being one of the best starter bikes ever built. Here’s a custom build that sheds a bit of that beginner image.
Euro Model – 1977 Harley-Davidson XLCR
I’ve featured plenty of examples of the XLCR before – I find it quite an interesting milestone in Harley’s history. Here’s an example that stands out even further as it’s a euro model, complete with gauges in kilometers: This specific model has just 5,771 miles and is being offered from a private collection. It runs “as it should”, and it …
Pipeburn Feature – 1974 Norton Commando 850
Two straight days of bikes previously featured on Pipeburn! Yesterday was a beautiful BSA, and today we’ve got one of the shiniest Commandos you’ll find, thanks to custom Manx aluminum bodywork and a build by the folks at 59cafe.
1990 Honda GB500 Tourist Trophy
Post-Sale Update: After 27 bids on eBay, this GB500 sold for $5,997. Honda’s GB500 has become quite a cult classic (with the selling prices to prove it) thanks to its classic (British) good looks and Honda reliability. Here’s a lovely un-restored example that runs great and has just 10,747 miles. The only non-original parts are the grips and tires, and …
1977 Harley-Davidson XLCR Cafe Racer
The Harley Davidson XLCR was one of the many bikes in history that was initially hailed as an instant collector bike…that no one bought. Designed by Willie G. Davidson, this bike was supposed to be a black beauty featuring HD’s most powerful production engine yet. The lovely siamese exhaust and bikini fairing were very unique – this was quite the …
Show Bike – 1971 Honda CB750 Cafe Racer
A showbike built for the 1971 Autorama show in Detroit, this CB750 has lots of period cafe racer modifications, Read Titan bodywork, and custom paint. Find it for sale here at Michael’s Motorcycles in St. Louis, Missouri for $9,999.
1963 Norton Atlas Cafe Racer
10-20 Update: This Atlas Cafe is back up for sale. This time find it on the ‘bay with bidding up to $4,050 (remember that the original asking price was $8k) and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. Named after the ICBM, the Norton Atlas was released in 1962, earning a so-so reputation before being replaced by the classic …
1971 BMW R60/5 Custom
Post Listing Update: This slash 5 custom got up to $6,600 with 28 bids on eBay but that wasn’t enough to meet reserve. It was later relisted and then pulled off eBay. It’s no ISDT Replica, but here’s a mild R60/5 custom that I think is visually interesting. I’d love to know if you think it’s nice or silly…
1972 Honda CB500 Cafe Racer
Here’s a custom Honda CB500 Cafe Racer that was commissioned by the seller at a local shop in Los Angeles. Since the build, the bike has just 2,000 miles. It apparently runs well and is a reliable daily rider. Minor flaws are limited to brakes that need to be adjusted and a small oil leak. Find this Honda CB500 Cafe …