View Post

1993 Yamaha GTS1000

In Japan, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

For only one year in the US, Yamaha sold a sport-touring bike that was far ahead of its time – the GTS1000. Full of technology that would not make its way to most bikes for years to come, the GTS featured fuel injection, ABS brakes, and most importantly, the RADD front suspension designed by James Parker. This suspension was able …

View Post

1980 Rickman CRE 1000 Predator

In England, Japan, Sport, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

I’ve featured plenty of bikes from this seller (who somehow always has his/her hands on exquisite Italian machinery), many of which have been Bimotas that featured Italian frames/bodywork around Japanese engines. This time around we’re going with the British/Japanese combo of the Rickman CRE 1000 Predator, an odd sport-touring bike from a machine most people associate with expressions of light …

View Post

Krauser Fairing – 1977 BMW R100/7

In Germany, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

Post-Listing Update: After being relisted, this R100/7 did not meet reserve at $6,100. Motoworks Chicago is offering an BMW R100/7 that’s been customized with some excellent extras. This bike (VIN: 6141839) stands out with a Krauser full fairing, the dual discs/final drive/handlebars from a RS, Hepco and Becker bags with a Reynolds Rack, Telefix fork brace, and plenty more. Someone …

View Post

Sport Glide – 1986 Harley-Davidson FXRT

In America, Touring by AbhiLeave a Comment

From this impressive FXR history comes a quick lesson in Harley’s naming scheme for the Harley-Davidson FXRT, also known as the “Sport Glide”: F = Big Twin (80ci engine + 5-speed transmission) X = XL Sportster front end – including one piece fuel tank, lighter front suspension, and small headlight R = Rubber engine mounts of the new frame

View Post

9,600 Miles – 1975 Honda CB550K

In Japan, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

Adorned in a beautiful Candy Jade Green paint job, this CB550K has had just one owner who put just 9,600 miles on it. Like yesterday’s one-owner /6, this bike (VIN: CB550-1203812) has been setup for touring with a Vetter Windjammer fairing, barbacks, luggage rack, and more.

View Post

Original Owner – 1975 BMW R90/6

In Germany, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

Here’s a BMW R90/6 that’s been prepped for touring duty with a Luftmeister fairing, Krauser bags, and an extra 2-up seat. Despite the fact that it’s setup to cover all kinds of mileage, this one owner bike has just 20,257 miles over 40 years of life. Two years ago the bike was completely gone through – work included a carb …

View Post

1979 Moto Guzzi 1000SP

In Italy, Touring by AbhiLeave a Comment

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. Then again, every once in a while a guy like George Dockray gets his hands on one and then turns it into an absolute beauty.

View Post

1 Owner – 1997 Suzuki RF900R

In Japan, Touring by Abhi1 Comment

With an engine derived from the GSXR 1100, the Suzuki RF900R was designed as a entry-level bike in the sport-touring market, undercutting the competition by about $1,500. Despite the pricing, you still got a solid sport-tourer with some of the weirdest fairing designs I’ve ever seen. I’m not alone in that regard – many people didn’t like the looks that …

View Post

1983 Suzuki GS1150ES

In Japan, Touring by AbhiLeave a Comment

The Suzuki GS1150ES was one of the last big standards, a line that started with the Honda CB750. This bike was rare even when new, so I’m glad to share a pretty solid example of what is now a 32 year old motorcycle.

View Post

9,740 Miles – 1982 Honda CBX

In Japan, Touring by AbhiLeave a Comment

The Honda CBX only lasted five years, but it led to a new wave of sports-oriented motorcycles, and eventually to the Honda ST series. A 6.1 gallon tank was necessary as the 6 individual carbs and monster power led to just low 20’s miles per gallon. Want to learn more? Check out Motorcycle Classic’s writeup of this legendary bike here. …

View Post

1984 BMW R100CS Last Edition

In Germany, Touring by AbhiLeave a Comment

Yesterday’s Last Edition got a tremendous amount of attention, so I figured I’d share another one with you (this one’s cheaper but has a lot more miles), courtesy of reader Jim R. This unit has 74,805 miles on the odometer, but has several upgrades like new crash bars, a Brown side stand, 450W charging system, Hella driving lights, panniers, San …

View Post

2002 Ducati ST4S

In Italy, Touring by Abhi4 Comments

There’s plenty of good reasons to feature a Ducati ST4S – but the reason I’m featuring this specific one (VIN: ZDM1TB5T12B006170) is because the listing makes me laugh. Check out the mannequin!