The Harley-Davidson Sportster XLCH was one of the classic HD’s featuring the usual V-Twin powerplant. The original MSRP was around $1,600, it weighed 452 pounds, and Harley overstated engine displacement to make the bike seem more powerful than it was.
1987 Moto Morini Excalibur 501 Custom
The 80s were a very low spot for Moto Morini – it marked the stat of several acquisitions, re-launches, and failures. It nearly completely disappeared after being purchased by Cagiva, but the Moto Morini name has managed to live on. The Moto Morini Excalibur was one of the few bikes that made it to the states, an Italian cruiser similar …
Reader Ride – 2003 Harley-Davidson Road King Sidecar
In 2003, Harley-Davidson released a 100th Anniversary edition of it’s venerable Road King. A very small amount of these bikes (known internally as the FLHRCI) came with a matching factory sidecar, with a total MSRP of nearly $29,000. This example is particularly worth noting as it’s being offered by one of my favorite Bike-urious readers!
1947 Indian Chief
My favorite cruiser is probably the Indian Chief. There are usually plenty for sale around the country at any given time, so I try to avoid flooding this site with them. But every once in a while I see one that stands out, and you’re thus forced to see it.
Triple Threat – 2006 Triumph Rocket III Custom
The Triumph Rocket III made quite the stir when it first came out in 2004, as it had the largest displacement engine fitted to mass production motorcycle – a whopping 2.3L that put out 140 hp. Fun fact: the STARTER motor on this bike makes as much power as Triumph’s first-ever motorcycle – just about 1.75 horses. The bike was …
Looks Like a Harley – 1973 BMW R75/5
This 1973 BMW R75/5 was converted by Harley-Davidson of Charlotte into the oddball you see in front of you. It’s claimed to run great…and that’s pretty much it. Find this oddball for sale here on Craigslist in Apex, North Carolina for $2,600. This bike-uriousity brought to you by Jim R!
Super Bowl XXIII – 1989 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Custom
Post-Listing Update: This Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail Custom got no action on eBay at the $5,000 opening bid. In 1989, the Super Bowl halftime show changed forever. After decades of parade floats and marching bands, a production company convinced the NFL to all out with a large performance. That first year, audiences were treated to a 50s-themed performance that featured, among …
1997 Moto Guzzi Centauro
Post-Listing Update: Despite 15 bids on eBay, this Moto Guzzi Centauro Racer did not meet reserve at $6,110 Designed for the 75th anniversary of the MG factory, the Moto Guzzi Centauro was a limited production model (just 1918 ever built) that was a sporty variant of the classic Italian cruiser with very distinctive bodywork, made out of bodywork that the …
2011 Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Custom
Post-Sale Update: After 37 bids on eBay, this Harley-Davidson VRSCDX Custom sold for US $21,100.00. The Harley-Davidson Night Rod Special, otherwise known as the VRSCDX, is a drag race-inspired cruiser marketed as the custom variant of the VRSC. Producing 125 horsepower from 1,250cc of engine, the bike could move. This bike has been customized beyond my belief, with one off …
1974 Moto Guzzi Eldorado Police
Post-Sale Update: The seller has notified me that this bike has now moved on to its next owner. Post-Listing Update: This Moto Guzzi Eldorado Police did not meet reserve on eBay, despite 24 bids up to $6,400. 4/27 Update: This fantastic Eldorado is now up for sale on eBay. Find it here in Vail, Arizona with bidding up to $5,100 …
1976 Harley-Davidson Bicentennial Edition Super Glide
Post-Sale Update: After being relisted, this Harley-Davidson Bicentennial Edition Super Glide sold for $4,951 on eBay. Built to commemorate America’s bicentennial in 1976, Harley released a limited-edition motorcycle. This specific example is a mild custom that features the OEM paint job in great condition. You’ll get the original 74 cubic inch Shovelhead engine that’s been recently reworked with a mild …
1947 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead
Did you see the custom Knucklehead from a couple of days ago and think, “that bike would be much better if it was put back to stock?” Well, here’s your chance to grab a ‘very original’ Knucklehead that’s had the same owner since 1974. There’s 46,028 miles on the chassis, but the motor and transmission have recently been rebuilt. Now …
1947 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead Custom
Post-Sale Update: This Knucklehead custom sold for $25,100 after 22 bids on eBay. Today, Bike EXIF just published a post on the Top 5 Customized Harley-Davidson Panheads that they’ve seen – I highly recommend you check it out. It inspired me to look for a custom Harley, and this is what I’ve got to share – the predecessor to the …
Boxer Cruiser – 2003 Ural Wolf
4-10 Update: The Wolf is back! And even though this didn’t sell last time at $3,995, the seller has opened bidding at $4,995. That’s a bold move, Cotton. Let’s see if it pays off. Find this Ural Wolf for sale here on eBay. Here’s one I never knew existed – a solo bike from the Russian firm, Ural. The Ural …
Viper Powered – 2005 Boss Hoss ZZ4 Custom
Packing the 8.3 V-10 from a Dodge Viper, this modified Boss Hoss ZZ4 puts down 580 horsepower (730 when running on the onboard nitrous) and 630 pound feet of torque. Just two of these Viper powered bikes were built by the late Tony Reynolds, and here’s your chance to snag one of them.