At RSBFS we normally post sport bikes in original trim. This ain’t one of those. On the other hand, it is based on a classic SR 500 mono that had only 8500 km before work began to transform it into a 60’s looking sport model. Since then, the bike was not yet ridden and is therefore with a very low mileage overall. From the pictures, the work seems to be of high quality and the elegant aesthetics of this Cafè caught my attention.
Also the choice of the components used for the transformation are somehow in line with what we like here. The fuel tank for example, comes from a Laverda model. The list also includes:
LSL foot pegs
Hagon shocks
MKJ rear swing arm
Mikuni flat side carburetor
K&H air filter
etc. etc.
Yamaha SR 500s are one of the most common basis for trendy Cafè re-builds. I guess that the simplicity of the original model, its classic lines and the tiny air cooled single cylinder are all elements that make the SR a perfect case. Not having a radiator and related water pipes gives any naked bike an advantage in reaching sexy looks. This green and yellow model, with its round light recalling Laverda and Gilera models and with is chromed bits shows a lot of attention to details. Look at the perfectly trimmed front mudguard or the upswing exhaust that fits so well with the short single tail unit, or the seat made using real leather.
Also, the small capacity of 500cc in its mono cylinder configuration, is a good choice for its dynamic behaviour. The single piston coupled with a carburettor will give you a very direct riding experience and torque will be just enough to exploit a best this configuration. Not by chance Gilera made in the late eighties exactly the same choice for its Saturno special. Well done to the seller. The bike is on sale with reserve, where this might be is difficult to guess. To find out, click on the eBay listing below, only a short time left…
Claudio
I cut my teeth on a Yamaha SR500 back in 1985 . I had a J & R pipe for it ….it sounded like a Manx Norton ! I lived six blocks away from one of my best friends & he used to hear me shift every gear from my place to his ! Fun little bikes to modify . Good job seller !
Now… that looks nice. When someone gets it right it sure stands out. Good job!