Aprilia boarded the naked train in 2002 and shortly switched tracks to a more streetfighter-ish vibe. This 2008 model is super-clean and has some nice accessories. 2008 Aprilia Tuono 1000R for sale on eBay Based on the Mille superbike, the Tuono ( thunder, to you ) used the investment-grade Rotax 999cc twin, somehow making 139…
Late July we should be focused on tall drinks with a lot of ice and a splash of seltzer, when a bargain-priced lightweight pops up. This restorable rider sponsors thoughts of a ( well air conditioned ) van trip to Georgia. 1989 Yamaha FZR-400 for sale on eBay Yamaha had been pursuing separate F3 and…
Ducati has had a Supersport in their line-up since most of us have been riding, and the 1990’s were good years for the SS with excellent chassis, Brembo brakes, Showa suspension and the easy air-cooled desmodue. This example has miles, and though the owner went lightly on upgrades, maintenance is up to date. 1996 Ducati…
Like Agent Smith inhabited Bane’s real body, the 998 cloaked the new Ducati testastretta in the familiar 916/996 package. This Virginia example is offered by the original dealer and looks excellent. 2004 Ducati 998 Matrix Reloaded Edition for sale on eBay First introduced in the 996R, the early testastretta engine was seriously oversquare ( 104…
At this point in the lives of small grey market two-strokes, buyers must often choose between clapped out originals or restorations with a lot of reproduction parts. Long time friend of RSBFS Moto2 Imports has recently found an all-original NSR250R in excellent shape with all the MC21 goodness. 1992 Honda NSR250R SE for sale on…
New Cagiva managers enlisted Massimo Tamburini to design the next Ducati, and installed the desmodue 750 in the Paso. Unfortunately it didn’t lead to a sales boom and a limited edition was issued to bump showroom interest. This Virginia example is very stock and very, very clean. 1988 Ducati Paso Limited for sale on eBay…
Most 1979-80 GS1000S’s we see have beaucoup miles on them – after all, they are eminently rideable. And though presented in team colors, the model was never officially referred to as a special Wes Cooley edition. Fans of the bike and rider took care of that for them. This one has rather low miles and…
As if a 34 year-old Ducati race replica weren’t rad enough, this 750 F1 has been improved in just about every way to be an up-to-date race shop’s rep. Developed in NYC and now just a few clicks north, this sparkling 1985 model would be a hit in any concours or vintage race. 1985 Ducati…