Sharp-eyed readers might be thinking, “Hey, didn’t you guys feature this bike back in February?” For a moment I thought so too, but it turns out this is another, similar bike, in very similar poses, from the same seller. And this Ducati 888 SPO Limited is also a bit rarer than the last bike we…
The Suzuki RGV250 Gamma was a significant model for the factory at Hamamatsu. Original conceived as a parallel twin, the RG evolved into the 90 degree v-twin for the VJ21 and VJ22 models before morphing into the 70 degree vee of the VJ23. A favorite of racers, street riders and collectors alike, the RGV250 spawned…
It’s a good indication when Moto Guzzi applies a “V” to a motorcycle’s model, as all have been classics in their own way. The V10 Centauro was Guzzi’s muscle bike and this Coachella valley example is beautifully presented by a shop specializing in the brand. 1998 Moto Guzzi V10 Centauro The Centauro used the Daytona’s…
Though unlikely to win any races but a mileage contest, Moto Morini’s 350 V-twin is still a lightweight 6-speed exotic. Coming out of Texas, this low-mileage example looks original and excellent. 1984 Moto Morini 350 K2 for sale on eBay Morini made a foray into mid-sized motorbikes in the early 1970’s, and developed the compact…
Aprilia made a stab at the boutique superbike segment in 2004 with the magnesium engine and carbon fairing Nera. This wine country example looks excellent and comes at a substantial discount to MSRP. 2004 Aprilia RSV1000R Nera for sale on eBay It was the first year of the second generation of Aprilia superbikes, and though…
Update 2.5.2021: This bike has SOLD to an RSBFS reader! Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc Often a classic motorcycle’s history has a major part to play in its future. This two-owner Daytona was owned by an eminent architect / engineer, and mostly on display for many seasons. RSBFS fan Gavin has made it ready…
Amid the hypercycles from Bologna, the geese that emanate from near the shores of Lake Como, the big triples from the North-East and the raucous and maniacal former kit bikes from Rimini, there is another Italian scooter that brings us full circle back to Bologna: Moto Morini. Started in 1937 and once under the mighty…
Short days turn thoughts to a light winter project that might actually be completed by riding season. Re-commissioning a later NSR250R would have a substantial reward at the end of that rainbow. 1990 Honda NSR250R for sale on eBay Honda packed a multitude of updates into the 1990 MC21, though the little V-twin was stuck…