How sweet is this Rothmans SP?
1993 Honda MC21 NSR250 For Sale on (you guessed it) San Fran Craigslist:
Clean CA Title
NSR MC21 SP
Import From Japan
Rothman SP Edition
Excellent Condition
6900 OBO
A guy could carve out a nice little used bike business for himself by buying up all the Gray Market Bikes we’ve featured from the Bay Area in the past few weeks. And this NSR would make a great addition to that collection!
dc
These two came up on Portland Craigslist. This first one has pretty low miles but the bodywork doesn’t look stock – and it’s been over since the pics were taken. But for $2k it’s worth a look for sure:
1990 Yamaha FZR400 in Hillsboro, Oregon
1990 Yamaha FZR 400 Classic Sport bike.
400 cc, inline 4 cylinder
Has ~12,000 miles on itStreet legal, great mileage (~50mpg)
Was dropped once by previous owner at 10mph, some damage to cowlings.
Aftermarket rear shock, stainless steel brake lines.
Has a small intake leak, haven’t had time to fix it but found it.
Pictures from before the damage.
And while this one has more miles, it’s originality and choice upgrades make it very appealing to my eyes:
1989 Yamaha FZR400 For Sale in NE Portland:
1989 Yamaha FZR 400 Classic Sport bike.
400 cc, inline 4 cylinder-13,000 RPM red line.
5 speed gearbox
30,732 miles as of 6/13/2008Modern collectible. All original plastic. Very desirable.
Considered the mother of all modern sport bikes.
Street legal, great mileage (~50mpg)Yoshimura full exhaust system
Steel brake lines
Rear seat cowl (have original rear seat, included)Parts installed in last 500 miles:
New Penske rear shock ($945) (set for 150 lb rider)
GP suspension reworked forks ($400);
New front brake master cylinder ($80);
New EBC front Pro Lite brake rotors and HH pads ($250);
New Vortex front and rear sprockets ($175);
New DID 520 chain ($50);
New Bridgestone BT-014 Tires F&R ($250);
New parts total over $2100 (without installation)SEE PHOTOS AT:
Thinning the herd. Needs nothing. Always garaged. Clear clean Oregon title in hand. Extra upper fairing and miscellaneous mechanical parts included. Not interested in parting out.
$4200.00
I’ve got DT’s knowing that these affordable and fun bikes are right in my backyard!
dc
This one has a few miles on it, but it does have a title!
1991 CBR400rr NC29 CA street-titled – $5500 on Craigslist
This is a clear street-titled grey-market CBR400. The Odometer reads 33,000 Kilometers which is approximately 20K miles. This CBR400RR is in amazingly clean shape. There is no indication that the motorcycle has spent any time horizontally. Single key for all locks.
This CBR400RR was imported from Japan by a service member who got the bike properly titled and registered through the California DMV. The motorcycle comes with a letter from a Honda dealer indicating that the bike complies with California Emissions.
Additionally, the bike has an aftermarket high performance shock (Penske), a de-restricted CDI, brand new engine covers, new upper triple clamp, many new bolts (only changed for cosmetic reasons).
The price is: $5,500
This is the top end of the market value but this bike is clearly one of the cleanest examples that you will ever find.The price is firm. No trades. No checks, money orders or nonsense please.
No money = No test rides!
I’d have to say the graphics on this one wouldn’t be my first choice, but it’s titled and de-restricted already. Is this the Baby-Blade you’ve been looking for Steve?
Update: Thread on BARF for this CBR400RR For Sale
dc
Yep, another cool looking gray market bike in the bay area!
1990 – Yamaha FZR400 – $2000 (California, 23k miles)
quote from Craigslist listing:
Selling an 1990 FZR 400 in good condition. The motor has 23k, but was rebuilt at 22k. It runs nicely and would be a great track bike. The bike has all its lights, blinkers, horn, everything that you would need to ride it on the street. The seating height makes the bike a perfect ride for a new rider or someone that is height challanged. It is a nice ride on the street, but it will also make a perfect track bike.
The ad doesn’t state if the bike is titled, but does say it has everything you’d need to be legal on the street. I’m also not sure if that paint is original, though the graphics do look factory. Of course for only $2k, it really would make a great track day bike if it’s not legal. And if it is titled, what a bargain with a rebuilt motor!
dc
This one is a touch older than the one I posted yesterday, but is even cooler with the vintage colors and logos.
1988 Honda VFR400 NC24 For Sale on Craigslist (California, $4250)
quote from Craigslist listing:
1988 VFR400 NC24 Japanese import. If you’re looking at this add you probably know all about what this is and specs etc. This one is street legal and titled though for some reason the title lists it as a 1977 CB400F if this bothers you don’t call me and complain – I’m not messing with it. Bike has 26,000 KM on it or around 16K miles on it. Motor is strong. Carbs have been gone through. Has “cheap” Chinese replacement plastic on it but tank is original paint. Some numb skull rattle canned the old fairings purple and pulled the stickers off! (I will slap them if I ever find them) I have the old plastic and will give it to whoever buys the bike. This one is de-restricted ( 2.2K resistor installed in lieu of speed sensor cct) which removes the 112MpH top end limit. I’ve got another ignition box on order which should remove current 12,500 RPM limit and set it to 14,500 – but I’m not going to bother trying it out as I want to live to see 50. New parts just installed – Chain, Battery, Plugs,fork seals,exhaust pipe treated and plated, fan temp switch etc. It’s not perfect but I use it to go to work and back everyday. I’m getting too old to be squashed up like a pretzel for more than 30 miles so she’s going to have to go. On the flip side of that – this thing is more fun than a barrel full of monkeys in the twisties and can seriously embarrass neophyte boy racer types (you know who you are!) I’m only half heartedly trying to sell this thing so unless you’re seriously interested – please don’t bother me – and no I do not want to trade it for your Chevy Blazer or anything else but money. Thanks
I quoted the entire ad because it so full of detail and killer commentary! Bike looks like a fantastic and affordable early example. How many of these could there be in the U.S. that are titled and alive?
dc
The bay area continues to produce tons of great gray market bikes for sale and here’s a great one for the weekend:
Honda VFR400 nc30 cali titled – $6500 on Craigslist
quote from Craigslist listing:
Vfr 400 nc30. cali titled and current reg.
awesome street bike and would make a great track bike
red/white/blue. full exhaust with custom cans, jet kit, foam filter, new daytona reg/rectifier, ss brake lines (galfer and goodridge), fox twin clicker shock, jack up plates. tons of spare – rvf400 nc35 race glass, misc fairing bits, tank, forks, wheels, clutch, sprockets, chain, plugs, stand, sliders, repair manual, parts book…….Serious Inquires Only
No low ballers, No SCammers
Lets Make a Deal
Asking $6500
This ad is lacking some important details, like year and mileage. But it looks sharp and the stacked pipes are awesome! Read more about NC30 VFR400’s here.
dc
Nice looking bike with some tasteful upgrades and custom work. And even includes a few videos:
Here’s the link to the posting on eBay (Florida)
Up for auction is a 1990 Yamaha FZR 400R with clear Florida title and 28,500 miles. Bike has New Fork Seals and Fork Oil. Front and rear wheel bearings were replaced a few hundred miles ago. New front Brakes and Dot 5 Brake Fluid, Rear also has Dot 5 brake fluid, Pads were 75% so they were not replaced. Engine oil and filter were just changed. Vintage Yoshimura Exhaust early 90’s model. Stage 3 Jet kit. Quad K&N Air Filters. Aluminum Frame with Delta Box Swingarm. Alot of the bike has been polished but could use some more detail work on the polish not perfect. Tires are about 40%. Has passenger seat cover. Left lower is cracked as seen in pictures I don’t know how it got like that. Was like that when I got the bike. Previous over said it fell over against the wall in the garage, that is all I know. Bike is Black Metallic and Yellow. Has intergrated mirors with turn signals.Aftermarket Rear Turn Signals Chain and Sprokets are ok but probably wouldn’t hurt to replace in a few thousand miles. Runs and rides good. Comes with Large HJC Helmet in like new condition.
4 days remain on the auction and it looks like a no reserve. Currently just under $2k.
dc
Here are a couple of eBay postings of some rare Yamaha RZ500 2 stroke sportbikes:
1985 Yamaha RZ500 For Sale on eBay Motors (San Fran):
You are bidding on RZ500 yamaha 1985 kenny roberts classical bike very rare for its age.This bike is complete stock and very clean, The engine start one click.the exaust pipe is original, carburetor has been clean and I put new carburetor kit complete, no leaks on the carburetor. The engine is clean and no leaks at all, The wiring is original never been touch,head lights and tail lights are working,all turn signals are working.This bike is ready for summer.
And here’s the other one:
1985 Yamaha RZ500 For Sale on eBay Motors (Ontario, Canada):
The bike is all factory original with 38,000kms and although i’m not a mechanic-I think it does require a good going over as it was in storage for over 12 years. It does in fact run and usually starts on the very first kick with the choke on. It does however have a few imperfections due to its age but has never been crashed while being driven as far as I can see. Appears as though it was dropped while being pushed around or maybe it fell off the stand.
These RZ’s have that crazy 2 stroke, 4 cylinder “square” configuration with two cranks! Read more about the RZ500 at How Stuff Works.
Ever ridden an RZ500? Leave us a comment below and tell us about it!
dc
