Posts tagged as “Katana”

ClassicSportBikesForSale.com and CafeBikesForSale.com Weekly Recap!

Published July 14, 2011 by Jared

It’s that time of the week again where we like to show you what is going on over at the sister sites of RSBFS. This week, ClassicSportBikesForSale and CafeBikesForSale offer us some sweet bikes. Over at CSBFS, we have a medley of 80’s sportbikes, one of which will have you feeling the need… for speed. Also, take a look at a minimalistic Kawasaki that can be found on CBFS. Scroll down and have a look!

1961 BMW R50S

1982 Suzuki GS Katana 1000S For Sale on CSBFS!

1984 Kawasaki Ninja GPZ900: Danger Zone!

Old school! 1963 Honda CR93 For Sale

Cafe Style: 1971 Honda CB350 For Sale on CafeBikesForSale.com

Simple and cool: 1972 Kawasaki G3SS on CBFS

-JS

1982 Suzuki GS KATANA 1000

Published February 13, 2011 by Mike

For Sale: 1982 Suzuki GS KATANA 1000

Times appear to be very good at the moment for those wishing to collect an early 80’s Suzuki Katana. RSBFS staff have posted several of these recently – some in great condition, some not so great condition – after a long dry spell. This particular bike appears to be in excellent, although not completely original, shape.

The Katana was first unleashed upon an unsuspecting public in 1981. These models can be identified by the sliver/black color scheme. In 1982, the bike was resyled in the silver/blue color you see here. Both bikes sported 1000cc, air cooled, two-valve motors – although in subsequent years that was bumped to 1100. This bike is missing the passenger seat strap, sports a Vance & Hines aftermarket exhaust, and appears to have extensive polishing done on the wheels, forks/trees, and engine cases – but otherwise appears stock.

From the seller:
THIS IS THE ORIGINALHISTORY MAKING ICON CAFE RACER FROM THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN ONE TO HAVE FOR YOUR COLLECTION THIS IS THE NICEST EXAMPLE OF AN 82 SUZUKI KATANA 1000 I HAVE SEEN ITS ALL ORIGINAL UN MOLESTED BUT FOR A VANCE AND HINZE EXHAUST AWSOME SOUND RUNS LIKE NEW BRAND NEW DUNLOPS FULLY SERVICED READY TO RIDE OR SHOW CHECK OUT THE PHOTOS I CAN E MAIL YOU A YOUTUBE VIDEO OF IT RUNNING SHIPPING IS UP TO THE BUYER

Whether a 1000cc or an 1100 model, whether a first year or subsequent, these bikes simply turn heads like no other. They are increasingly rare (especially in decent condition), and a great example of a collectable mass-produced bike. Bikes are in demand, and there exists a hungry public. Pricing continues to stay reasonable – for now – but as always, the cleaner bikes will fetch more green.

Most Katanas of this era will bring $5,000 – $6,000 in reasonable condition. This bike is currently at $3k, with the reserve not yet met. This is still bargain country for the ride, and I would recommend you get in early if you want a piece of this one. For more details or to get your bid on, click on the link and document.write('');jump over to the auction. Good Luck!

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North of the border: 1986 Suzuki GSX750S Katana

Published February 11, 2011 by Mike

For Sale: 1986 Suzuki GSX750S Katana

At first glance, this bike appears to be a very clean early 80’s Suzuki Katana, similar to what we saw in the US. Upon closer inspection, however, some things are very different. 750cc? U.S. Katanas of this body style were only 1000cc. And what is going on with that front headlight??

This, avid RSBFS readers, is a rare (non-existent in the US) 750 Katana with a pop-up headlight. As you can see in the picture above, the headlight retracts into the fairing, giving this Katana an eerie, hawk-like appearance. Other key details in this picture include the fact that the motorcycle is allowed in the house – a key to preserving a bike of this vintage during winter weather!

From the seller:
Rare Canadian version 1986 GSX750S pop up headlight, K & N Dyno carb kit, Iridium plugs with dual Accel super coils and 9mm Accel wires, Emco cone filters, Supertrapp 4:1 stainless steel header, new hydraulic clutch seal and Kevlar plates.Bike comes with stock exhaust and owners manual.Bike is in Vancouver,Canada and I can help getting it to a shippers dock or deliver it to Blaine, Washington for a small fee.Shipping is not included.Bike is sold as is.Please email if you have any questions or need pictures.This model was only available in Japan,Europe,Australia and Canada.Really stands out of the crowd.You can check online to see specs of this model Suzuki.A lot of the mechanical parts are comparable to the regular 86 suzuki gs750 and the GSXR models. This bike is 25 years old has signs of regular use.It has never been layed down.It comes with a clear title.

For all the people that asked about shipping to the United States.You have to check with U.S Customs about duty.They will give you all the information.Also for those that inquired about shipping companies.I have had friends that used U-Ship and they have had good luck.I can bring the bike across the border to Blaine,Washington for a small fee, but the paper work must be in order to do so.

To answer the question about what is a pop up? This was a nick name given to these bikes because the front head light pops up like those from a 80’s corvette or the 80’s firebird’s and trans am’s

These earlier Katanas definitely had a style all their own. And this particular bike is even more unique, given that none were imported into the States. If you like to roll your own way, and would prefer to never see someone else on the same bike at a gathering or ride, this just might be your opportunity. Besides, this model is already housebroken!

To check out all of the details on this wonderful, gray-market bike, click the link and document.write('jump over to the auction here');jump over to the auction here. Good Luck with the bidding and importing!

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2004 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana With Less Than 200 Miles

Published February 10, 2011 by Alex

This seven year old Katana has seen less than 200 miles!

Bike: 2004 Suzuki GSX-600F Katana

Miles: <200mi

Price: $5,000 USD

Location: Vancouver, Washington

Now, this isn’t a very collectible bike (To mainstream collectors…) but it has been hardly used in the last seven years. The seller states that this bike has been in storage for years, features some after-market parts such as a Yoshimura exhaust system, and that offers will be considered. The last bit of that sentence is the most important, the asking price of $5,000 makes this Katana the most likely candidate for the “Most expensive 2004 Katana in the U.S.” competition. KBB retail (For what it’s worth) for this bike is $3,015. Granted, KBB doesn’t really apply to the majority–any–of the bike featured on this site, including this one, but a $2k premium is all the money for a bike with less than 200 miles. This bike probably isn’t the only forgotten Katana with low miles, so keep that in mind if you’re interested. The bike does have some after-market parts and stickers–for some reason–which doesn’t inflate the value at all, but if your significant other wants a bike and you know that they probably won’t ride it anyway, this bike might be perfect for you if you can get it for a good price. See the bike on Craigslist here.

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Living on the Edge: 1982 Suzuki Katana 1000S

Published January 25, 2011 by Mike

For Sale: 1982 Suzuki Katana 1000S

For all of you RSBFS fans who think that the staff spends a little too much time and attention on ’90s bikes and newer, here is a GREAT classic from the 1980s. When the Katana was released, it up-ended what everyone thought a sportbike should look like and put Suzuki on the forefront of style and design. Powered by an updated version of the GS 1-liter mill, this two-valve, air-cooled motor was as strong as anything offered in the day.

This particular Katana – a 1982 model – is in about the best condition I have seen for one of these bikes. Far too many Katanas were hot-rodded, used up, and then discarded. Finding something in this shape is really quite rare.

From the seller:
This beautiful motorcycle was used in shows. It has upgraded adjustable rear shocks & front fork brace to improve handling.

Bike is garage kept and covered and has never fallen over. Original seat, windscreen and exhaust were taken off 20 years ago to preserve condition.

Front turn signals were relocated European style, to prevent people from passing too close and breaking them off during a show; can be put back to original position if so requested at completion of sale.

Chain was replaced due to lack of use. New chain is “O” ring type.

Engine is free of oil leaks from top to bottom. Gas tank has no rust inside. All controls electrical & mechanical work.

New Battery and tires.

So where should this auction be in terms of price? Well, if we look at the meager pickings of similar auctions recently (RSBFS posted this Katana HERE, another one HERE, and another ’82 model was auctioned off at the Mid America Auctions event in Las Vegas a few weeks ago), ratted out “survivors” cross the block in the $4k – $5k range. This bike is far from ratted out, however, and should easily bring more than that.

This auction is going on right now, and the entry price is still quite low at $5,000. Get in while you can, as this one will go quickly and is sure to appreciate over time! Click here to document.write('');jump over to the auction.

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King of the 1980s: 1983 SUZUKI KATANA 1100

Published January 8, 2011 by Mike

For Sale: 1983 SUZUKI KATANA 1100

As far as mass-produced sportbikes go, this is the Bigfoot of the motorcycle world. Rarely seen, and often only in grainy pictures, the Katana 1100 rocked the press and public with wild styling and power to match. Designed by the legendary Hans Muth and powered by a bored-out version of the air-cooled, 2 valve GS mill, this bike was a real head turner. Unfortunately, our seller has provided only marginal pictures of this mighty beast.

From the seller:
1983 RARE SUZUKI KATANA WITH ONLY 8350 MILES THIS BIKE LOOKS AND RUNS NEW.

NEW TIRES MANY NEW ITEMS THIS BIKE RUNS 100%

PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT THE PICTURES CALL ME TO SEE

There is so little information in the ad or the pictures, one would be forgiven to ignore this bike. Still, it is a true icon of the power era of the 1980s, where style and originality was as important as performance. And just so you can see what a Katana REALLY looks like, here is a stock photo of an original bike.

So what is this motorcycle equivalent of Sasquatch worth? This is a hard call. In prime condition, these bikes will pull in upwards of $8k+. But that is for museum quality hardware, which this bike is not (you can see that despite the poor photography). However it still is a Katana, and still remains a desirable motorcycle as evidenced by the high number of bids thus far. Perhaps Step #1 would be to contact the seller for more pictures.

Bidding is currently in the $2k range, which is a bargain for this collectable. For contact info on the seller and to see all the details, document.write('');click the link to jump to the auction.

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Sharp As A Sword-1982 Katana 1000 On Ebay

Published May 25, 2010 by Ian

Sharp As A Sword-1982 Katana 1000 on Ebay

Now most of us recognize a Katana instantly but how many remember the Katana 1000 was actually a bit of a homolgation special? Yep, the Katana got the GS1100’s engine and Suzuki minused a few cc’s so the bike would be AMA legal. How can a bike this old still look futuristic? Love it or hate it, the bike still looks avaunt guard today. I hope Suzuki paid Hans Muth well because they got their money’s worth out of him for the design. Now one thing that shocked me was that according to Suzukicycles.org,only 3000 Katana 1000’s were produced.

The bike for sale looks like it is in nice shape. The seller states the bike is original other than a 4 into 1 Yoshimura exhaust. The bikes odometer is listed in KM’s, so I’m wondering if this was originally a Canadian bike. Take a look at the pictures and send yourself back to 1982.

I can’t say I’ve priced one of these lately so I might be off on price here. The bidding started at $2,500 and the bike has a buy it now price of $6,500. That doesn’t seem outrageous if you consider the mileage, the shape and the fact that only 3,000 were produced (if that is correct). I’m basing my opinion on the assumption that the limited production 1000 is more desirable than the 1100 of the same year. On the other hand the bigger bike was known to have a stronger motor than the sleeved down 1000. Are there any Katana collectors out there that can set me straight? Check out the Katanadocument.write('');here. Be sure to check out Katana Central as well, it has some great info on the Katana series.

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Suzuki GSX Katana For Sale: Only 3000 Miles, Barely Broken In!

Published July 20, 2009 by Dan

The last time a champagne colored GSX750 Katana came up for sale I immediately thought of Paul’s old bike. While the image with this eBay listing of course also made me fondly recall that bike, this particular one only has 3000 miles on it!

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