Here in the good ol’ US of A, 250cc motorcycles are generally lumped in with scooters in terms of the respect they get. And while scooters may be fun to ride, no one wants to be seen doing it. And two-strokes? Emissions legislation killed those by the early 1980’s so most Americans’ experience with smokers…
What’s the point of chasing chickens if you can’t catch them? Garelli asked themselves the same question during the 1988 racing season. In fact, they asked a LOT of questions. Having won the 125 class from 1982 – 1987, the 1988 season was a bit of a disappointment. The much heralded – but very tempermental…
“B” Is For Bitchin: 1983 RGB500 MK8 That “B” means a lot, this isn’t your buddy’s RG500. Not to take anything away from the street-going Gammas, but the RGB version of this bike is the true factory Grand Prix bike made available to well-heeled teams in very limited numbers. With no concessions to the EPA,…
This is a fantastic looking RS125, Castrol replica! Bike: 1993 Honda RS125 Miles: 0 (Since rebuild) Price: $5,500USD Location: Winter Haven, Florida The seller states that this RS was completely restored and rebuilt by Rising Sun Cycles–a very prominent name in the U.S. two-stroke GP bike segment. The paint for this bike, alone, came in…
These three authentic race bikes are very special in their historical value, for winning and for not! First Up: Bike: 1999 Honda CBR900RR Erion Racing; Ex Kurtis Roberts Location: California Price: POR The seller, RMD Motors, is sparse on the details, but it should be obvious what you’re looking at being that this bike is…
A genuine TZ750 on eBay! Bike: 1976 Yamaha TZ750C Location: Franklin, Michigan Mileage: TMU, engine is a later S/N replacement. I’ll let the seller state the description so I don’t get anything wrong: 1976 Yamaha TZ750C Road Racer: Frame No. 409 – 100101, Engine No. 409 – 200224.HISTORY: I purchased the Yamaha in 1990. No…
This is a TZ250D in Virgina that needs to be rescued! Bike: 1977 Yamaha TZ250D Price: $3,500 USD Location: Roanoke, Virgina The seller only states that this bike last raced in the late ’80’s and has been sitting since. Looking at the photos it looks to be in quite good shape–pictures can be deceiving–and just…