Over on the auction site we’ve got an unofficial (non-licensed) neon sign of the Honda Wing logo that a Honda fan had custom built. It features two NeonPro 8kV/30mA power supplies with independent power control via a pull cord and is equipped with a sliding wall mount. The dimensions are 48” wide X 38” tall X 7” deep and it …
1973 Colorado Norton Works Commando
In the world of Norton Commandos, there’s very few modern legends that owners will trust to hop-up their bikes. Kenny Dreer and his VR880 is high up there, as is the firm of Colorado Norton Works, one of the best restorers out there. Here’s your chance to get one of their jewels.
“Buella” – Buell Engine in Honda Frame
I’m not sure what to call this bike, but the tank says “Buella” because it combines a Buell 1,200cc V-Twin motor in a “modified” Honda CR500 frame!
Not Stock – 1983 Honda CB1100F by Randakk
9-4-21 Update: Two and a half years later, this custom CB is back up for sale. It’s now in Littleton, Colorado and you can find it with bidding up to $1,625 and the reserve not yet met here on eBay. Post Sale Update: This custom CB sold for $8,200 after 14 bids on eBay. Original Post (4-12-19): I’ve shared a …
No Reserve – 2007 Nicky Hayden Tissot Limited Edition Watch
Nicky Hayden was a Tissot ambassador, and the Swiss luxury watchmaker celebrated that fact with annual releases of Limited Edition watches inspired by Nicky and his MotoGP career – they had similar arrangements at the time with Danica Patrick and Michael Owen. 2007 was a special year, as the watch came out right after Nicky’s 2006 MotoGP World Championship.
2000 Triumph Speed Triple T595 Custom
In partnership with Accossato Racing, MetalBike Garage created the MBG_001 concept out of a Triumph T595 Speed Triple. Metalbike was founded by Simone Lecca, former member of storied Italian design firm Bertone.
Surprise ADV – 2006 Suzuki SV1000
The SV1000 wasn’t as popular as the SV650, but it offered a lot of the same benefits with a bit more oomph right off the dealer floor. This one’s quite a bit different than how Suzuki chose to offer the machine, as it’s been converted to an unexpected ADV machine.
“Double Espresso” – 2005 Ducati Monster Custom
Created by Chris Stout of Stout Engineering, this custom Ducati Monster is called Double Espresso and it’s been featured on sites such as Pipeburn and Revival Cycles.
MV/SV – 2001 Suzuki SV650 Custom
7-29-21 Update: One final update, as this bike’s now going for no reserve and it’s guaranteed to find a new home – find it with bidding up to $3,900 in Santa Monica, California here on Iconic Motorbike Auctions.
“Stars & Stripes” – 1970 Harley-Davidson XR750 Custom
Featured in the August 2009 issue of Cycle World, this XR750 custom was called “Stars & Stripes” – you can probably guess where the name came from.
ThunderDuc – 2006 Ducati Sport Classic Custom
Built by Chris Gorel, this Sport Classic custom is called the ThunderDuc.
1977 Yamaha RD400 Custom
The RD400 came about when Yamaha made the RD350 a bit bigger in 1976 – displacement was 399cc. Thanks to 44 horsepower, the bigger RD was capable of hitting the ton with a top speed of 105 miles per hour. Most people know the 400 simply for being an easier to ride upgrade over the 350, but it was also …
2010 Harley-Davidson XR1200 Custom
The XR1200 was Harley-Davidon’s sportiest offering for years, but this example was taken much further in 2014 by Shaw Speed and Custom, who were inspired by HD’s classic race machines wearing the #3 of Cal Rayborn. What do you think of the final result?
“RSD Racester Sportster” – 2006 Harley-Davidson Sportster Custom
Built by Roland Sands Design, this Sportster has been turned into what they call the “Racester” – they debuted it back at Born Free 4 in 2012. What do you think of the final product?
1982 Ducati Bajohr 1000SS
Alfred Bajohr was a German engineer who made a name for himself by customizing Moto Guzzis and Ducatis in the endless pursuit of speed. He built a limited number of street bikes and race bikes – the seller of this street bike claims that “from 1979 to 1983 one motorcycle per year was built according to Customer specifications.”