The 1987 Suzuki GSX-R 1100 model had minor changes versus its predecessor the 1986 MY. Among these were a stiffer frame and larger fuel tank (+2 liters). Both changes I guess improved the bike and in particular its handling but also had two side effects: 1) the bike was heavier 2) the larger fuel tank…
Among the Ducati special editions, the Superlight also known as SL, was the name given to the 900 SS model of the early 90s. In those years the 851-888 and the respective SP (Sport Production) models represented the cream of Ducati sport models. The 900 SS/SL was a more affordable model. It did share few…
To start with, I’d recommend a visit of suzukicycles.org. Here you will find plenty of info, but be careful though as the site is addictive and you will soon be on the hunt to buy your next modern classic Suzuki. Courtesy of the website is also the this 1985 Canadian brochure which I thought could be…
This is a truly rare bike: a 1984 MHR color scheme Ducati Pantah 650. By the way MHR = Mike Hailwood Replica (see chap below): The Pantah is an important version in Ducati’s history as it represent the ancestor of the commonly know Ducati L2 motors with the cams driven by belt. The upgraded 650…
Among the limited editions Ducatis, the Senna is perhaps the least common and in a way also the least kitted out. What is special about these versions is the unique color scheme with red wheels and original black Ducati paint. That is, if you always liked your Ducati black and yet you want an original…
The 1985 Suzuki GSXR-750 is where it all started for Superbikes. Before the Gixxer there were street bikes, fast street bikes, heavy street bikes and a few contemporary 2 strokes GP racer replicas. The whole hierarchy of sport bikes was then turned upside down by the first lightweight, high output 4 strokes 750 cc. This…
If I only had some free cash I would grab one of these YB…. Here we have 2 of the most known models from the manufacturer of Rimini powered by the Yamaha FZR1000 and FZR1000 EXUP engines. They are on sale from the same owner (why, why, why ????) and up for grabs in Switzerland.…
Here is an imported (from Canada) 2 stroke RZ 500 v4 Yamaha. This model was otherwise available in Europe under the name of RD500 (check the video below to spot the differences): I reckon that 2 strokes 4 cylinder bikes will hit high prices in the future as they are becoming more and more a…