Presumed abandoned in a rental storage locker, this ’82 Katana 1000 comes to light courtesy of the winning bidder of the unit at auction. Not much detail and certainly no history given the circumstances, so this is a chance buy at best. However Katanas are the “in” classic these days, and prices are rising fast.…
Hey guys, Here are the latest sale values on bikes we posted on RSBFS last month, highest to lowest. This post might be more aptly titled how to score a survivor for under $3k. Congratulations to buyers and sellers! Have a great weekend all, dc 1985 Yamaha RZ350 Sold for $9950. 1985 Yamaha RZ500 Sold…
Quick – look at the pictures. Do you spot the rare bike? I’m beginning to doubt the rarity of these post-disco, pre-grunge “it came from the 80s” Suzuki Katanas. RSBFS went for ages without posting a single one, and then BANG! we suddenly find several. Such are the risks associated with bringing you the best…
When this first year, 1000cc Katana showed up on eBay, I knew it was perfect for the RSBFS faithful. Who doesn’t like a classic survivor like this? Built to be the baddest road rocket of the day, the Katana still turns heads with its knife-edge styling and purposeful looks. This particular bike does not appear…
Good morning guys, Here are the latest submissions from our email and RSBFS Facebook page. Thanks for all your entries and have a great week! dc Dave starts us out with this solid looking 1994 Honda CBR900RR available in Florida for $2800. Marty sends us this Ducati Panigale that has been dressed in reportedly $30k…
This is a bad boy sportbike from another time. It is hard to believe that this bombshell dropped on U.S. shores 30 years ago! This bike still looks menacing and full of purpose and ready to tear up your favorite road. Credit legendary designer Hans Muth for the angles, and Suzuki for having the guts…
For Sale: 1983 Suzuki Katana 1100 Easily the most recognizable of the early Japanese sportbikes, the Suzuki Katana was a “love it or hate it” affair. Regardless of opinion, there is no doubt that the sharp-edged Katana made a bold statement. It continues to do so today, and the Hans Muth styling retains all of…
Hey guys, Sorry we’ve been behind on these catch-all entries based on your emails. Between sheer email volume and weekends out and about, it’s been on the back burner. Here are the best of what’s still active. Also I wanted to alert all you guys who are planning to sell your bikes at the end…