Turn the world on its ear – 1992 Ducati 851

Ducati has quite the history of producing iconic, revolutionary models that were really large leaps in evolution. From the 1970s and the 750 SS with its stunning use of desmodromic valve actuation via a bevel drive arrangement, to the Pantah-engined bikes of the early 1980s with a new toothed rubber belt (which nobody thought would…

Molehill: 1985 Moto Morini 350 K2

And now something from the smaller and more sedate section of life, how about some wonderful 350cc Italian V-2 twin goodness? The Moto Morini company was founded in the late 1930s, and successfully produced small-bore motorcycles in post-WW II Europe. The 1950s and 1960s brought with them racing machines, and the 1970s birthed the V-twins…

Still Can – 1989 Suzuki RGV250

Suzuki’s smaller Gamma had a brilliant ten year run, mostly in progressive license provinces, and really comes to life off the public roadways.  Today’s RGV is a survivor with a monoposto seat fairing and carbonated option livery. 1989 Suzuki RGV250 for sale on eBay   Even junior riders wanted some of the sportbike action, and…

Original Equipment – 1993 Honda CBR900RR

Nabbed by another buy-it-now overnight, push “See original listing” to check it out… -Donn Honda designer Tadao Baba wanted to make the best performing sportbike for 1993, without crossing over the fuzzy GT line.  This Indiana survivor’s owner has nudged it toward the showbike area but has left some options for the next owner. 1993…

A Super-er Supersport: 1999 Ducati 996 SPS

In the evolution of Ducati specials, the SPS name tag is one of a bygone era. Supplanted in later years by the “R” model, the “Sport Production Special” was everything a top level Ducati Superbike should be – faster, more powerful, more expensive and more exclusive than any of the more lowly models. Fast and…