In 2000, Ducati updated the 748 lineup to offer three variants – the base model, the S, and the R. The R was produced for WSS homologation purposes (750cc V-Twins competed against 600cc inline-4s). Only 2,610 R models were built, 185 of which came to the US.
Evans Brasfield’s Kawasaki KLX300 and KTM 790 Duke
View Post1957 Zundapp Bella R203
Zundapp was able to sell about 130,000 examples of the Bella scooter between 1953 and 1964. Engine options were a 150 (146) or 200 (198) – here’s an example of the latter.
1974 Norton Commando John Player Special
1-21-24 Update: Two years later, this bike is still up for sale and the asking price has dropped by $10k – find it in Greenwich, Connecticut with a BIN of $19,950 or best offer here on eBay. One of the most collectible Commandos was the John Player, a distinctive endurance-inspired Norton with unique bodywork surrounding a completely stock Mark 2A …
2021 Krämer HKR Evo2 S
You guys and gals all know by now that I absolutely love my Kramer track bike, and I think everyone else should have them, too.
In Crate – 2003 Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883 100th Anniversary
In 2003, Harley-Davidson had 28 different models in their lineup. That year was H-D’s 100th Anniversary, and they celebrated with special variants of their most popular models, adorning them in Sterling Silver and Vivid Black as well as “100” branding all over the bike. Here’s an example of the 883 Sportster which has never left the factory crate.
1958 BMW RS54 Tribute
In 1954, BMW offered a limited run of production racers to the public under the “Rennsport” (RS) name. Just 24 examples of the RS54 were built, and nowadays you’ll be spending well north of $100k to get a quality one. Here’s your chance to get a fun tribute for much less money.
Video Intermission – Bimota DB2
Over at Iconic we recently had a client drop off a Bimota DB2 for us to auction, and I was so fond of it that I had to film a little “Bike of the Day” video. It ended up selling to one of our members before it went up for auction but I figure you guys would probably appreciate a …
Video Intermission – Bimota Tesi 3D Final Edition
You guys seemed to enjoy the “Just Ride” video I did with a Honda CBR250RR, so I thought it’d be fun to do another one with a personal bike – my Bimota Tesi 3D!
BMW MOA Motorcycle Relief Project Raffle – BMW R80ST
The BMW Motorcycle Owners of America is deeply tied to a charity group called the Motorcycle Relief Project which supports military and first responders who are battling PTSD, and this year they’re raffling off a BMW R80ST!
1983 Benelli 900 Sei
When the Sei was introduced (as a 750), it was the first production motorcycle featuring a six cylinder engine. By ’78, the Sei got a bump up to 900 and a redesign that included many parts from Moto Guzzi (De Tomaso owned both companies at the time). You had to pay to play – MSRP was $5,406 in ’83 – …
Picture Intermission – 1/14 Sunday Ride
I went for a little ride this weekend and saw some fun stuff – come check it out!
102 Miles – 2005 Honda XR650L
Post Sale Update: This XR650L sold for $5,002 after 36 bids on eBay in Star, Idaho. Introduced as a 1993 model, the XR650L was a revelation that was considered by many to be the best dual-sport ever. Impressively (or depressingly, depending on your outlook), the bike has just about stayed the same as it’s still offered new from Honda with …
2000 Bimota 500 V-Due
1-14-24 Update: Three years later, this V-Due is up for sale on a different platform and with a cheaper price. Find it in Spreckles, California for $40,000 here on Craigslist. Post Listing Update: This V-Due did not get any action at the BIN of $45,000 on eBay. The V-Due is one of the most interesting things that ever came out …
Aprilia Tuareg Experience Baja 2024
Over the last year or so, you’ve probably seen that I’m a huge fan of the track day events that Aprilia puts on under the name of Aprilia Racers Days. Well, the Italian firm also puts on events for those of you that like to get dirty. They call it the Tuareg Experience, and this February you can join them …