All The Carbon: 2016 Yamaha R1M

One could be mistaken to think that RSBFS has some kind of bias towards Italian motorcycles.  Well maybe not completely wrong, but exotic bikes come from other places too.  Case and point is the Yamaha R1M.  Not just the basic, but also well respected R1, the M adds carbon, Ohlins and more.  Think of it…

Rules Do Not Apply: 2023 Ducati V4 SP2

One could be forgiven for rolling their eyes at another ultra desirable, rare, and insanely fast motorcycle coming from Ducati.  Those that are close to the motorcycle industry know there is no shortage of dream worthy machines coming out of Italy.  But that should not diminish the raw performance, engineering excellence and marketing genius that…

Polyphemus – 2005 Ducati 999R

Before its recent resurgence as a classic, even a 999R could come under the customizer’s gaze.  The air and eye flow more easily over this ultimate Ducati offering from 2005, beautifully presented by a leading northwest dealer. 2005 Ducati 999R for sale on eBay Quite a bit more than the sum of its parts, the…

Like A Fine Aged Wine: 2005 Ducati 999R

Top tier Ducati R models have always been in high demand.  The connection to the factory race bikes means collectors and riders alike lust after them.  It is unlikely that these rare beasts ever fall into the hands of owners that would treat them as basic used motorcycles, meaning they are often well cared for…

Dream Series: 2004 Aprilia Nera

Ever since Aprilia entered the Sport Bike market with the RSV Mille, it has to unfairly live in the shadow of an Italian giant, Ducati.  Reviews have always raved about the wonderful handling of the Aprilia.  The specification sheets rival and sometimes even exceed that of the Ducati.  Loyal owners shout from the mountain tops…