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Sat for 3 Decades – 1965 Honda CL77 305 Scrambler

In Dual-Sport, Japan by Abhi1 Comment

The dirt-oriented brother of the Superhawk, the CL77 featured increased ground clearance (thanks to the distinctive exhaust), a bigger frame (which eliminated space for an electric starter), smaller fuel tank, bigger 19-inch wheels, universal tires, and more. The 305cc parallel twin revved to 9,000 rpm and produced 28.5 horsepower. Weighing 352 pounds, this wasn’t a svelte off-roader, but the distinctive …

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1942 Excelsior Villiers Welbike

In Dual-Sport, England, Scooter by Abhi1 Comment

Post-Listing Update: This Welbike got no action at the opening bid of $11,000. At the request of the British government, Excelsior developed the Welbike, a tiny single seater that was designed to be dropped into combat situations via parachute-equipped containers, then unpacked and moving on the road within 11 seconds.

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1985 BMW R80GS

In Dual-Sport, Germany by Abhi2 Comments

Post Sale Update: After 15 bids on eBay, this GS sold for $7,200. Arguably the motorcycle that created the ‘adventure bike’ segment, the R80GS (and successors) has been invaluable to BMW. It’s also becoming harder and harder to find a good example.