In one quick transaction, you could have two venerable Ducati air-cooled twins, rare and collectible with low miles. The first of Pierre Terblanche’s tribute designs, the 2000 MH900E has only 1900 miles, with a nice selection of memorabilia. With 7,800 miles, the 2006 Paul Smart 1000LE is signed by Paul Smart ( he may have…
After the late 1970’s domination of the 500cc Grands Prix by Yamaha and Kenny Roberts, and the ’80s comeback and 1984 championship with Eddie Lawson aboard, Yamaha introduced a racey 500cc two-stroke for the street. Known variously as the RZ500 and the RD500LC, the bike was never available for U.S. dealers ( though many have…
Originally showcasing the 5-valve head in 1987, the FZR 1000 enjoyed continued development in 1989 with the EXUP ( EXhaust Ultimate Power valve ) which tailored the header opening to RPM with an ECU-controlled valve. Allowing a large header to flow high engine speeds, and providing linear low and mid-range power and torque, the system…
Designed by the late Frederico Martini, the YB5 was based on the Yamaha FJ1200 drivetrain, the highest displacement Bimota produced. The inline 4 produces 130hp and has the innovation of an offset generator ( behind the engine ) to reduce overall width. Continuing the firm’s practice of re-packaging the latest engine developments, the YB5 is…
After Ransomes of U.K. bought Cushman Motors production continued at a lower pace, concentrating on the police and factory markets. The 9 and 18hp OMC engines long since exhausted, the company turned to Dihatsu for their 800cc mill and automatic transmission. 1993 Cushman Utility Scooter for sale on eBay The water-cooled 800cc triple pushing 27…
The first Ducati with 4 valves per cylinder, fuel injection, and water cooling, the Desmoquattro 851 was introduced in 1987. Along with winning a lot of races and national series, continued development brought home the World Superbike Championship in 1990. Handling improvements paved the way to subsequent wins with the 888 and 916 models. 1992…
After the retro-styled MH900E of 2001-02, the Pierre Terblanche-led styling department had another epiphany in 2005. The SportClassic series used the air-cooled 992cc dual-spark engine, and a steel trellis frame, with up-to-date brakes and suspension. Most of the 2006-09 production was the naked GT1000, with single or dual seats. The gem of the series was…
Update 3.26.2015: The seller notes that this bike has just sold in less than two days after listing on RSBFS. Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc Exceedingly rare in the U.S., the Yamaha TZR 250 SP (Sport Production) was inspired by the TZ250 racer and much of that technology from the racing engine followed on…