Always a welcome find on the pages of RSBFS, the ultra unique, ultra Italian, ultra rare Bimota Tesi 1D is a Ducati-powered masterpiece. Designed as a replacement for the traditional, telescopic front fork, the hub-center steering works in conjunction with a forward-facing swingarm to isolate braking forces from regular suspension duties. The effect, while visually…
Since the mid-1970s Moto Guzzi has been making the world a smaller place, thanks to their version of high-speed executive transport. Much like their BMW cousins, these Italian twins are well renowned for eating up the miles and shortening the distance between two points. Created originally as a sport bike to go up against fellow…
It is impossible to talk about the KTM RC8 without mentioning that KTM stopped making them because the executive group thought that it was too fast to sell to the public. If reading the period reviews, it was a well respected and top tier performance machine. While not exactly faster than other offerings, it did…
Update 3.20.2023: Sold for $12,400! Congratulations to buyer and seller! If you have a Rare SportBike for sale, list it on RSBFS! -dc Having been in collectors’ hands from early on, RSBFS reader Brian’s RGV250 SP is immaculate and freshly serviced. 1988 was Suzuki’s first year with the V-twin 249cc engine, and the SP sports…
With Buell’s last H-D derived engine and quite a bit of homegrown tech, the XB12R is a statement both parked and under way. Today’s comes in the classy white with blue accents, looking exciting and collectible. 2008 Buell XB12R Firebolt for sale on eBay Buell’s trademark Thunderstorm developments comprehensively rebuilt the 1203cc pushrod engine, incorporating…
Aprila took notice and made multiple improvements first the first update to their groundbreaking Mille. Today’s example has turned just 5,112 miles hiding out near the Merritt Parkway, and looks so much the better for it. 2001 Aprilia RSV Mille for sale on eBay Aprilia’s choice of the Rotax twin was a revelation, the 60-degree…
Update 2.8.2023: This bike has SOLD! Congratulations to buyer and seller! -dc
OK, maybe spring on the shore of Lake Como isn’t in the cards this year, but Moto Guzzi had a limited edition V11 that celebrated life in red. Today’s Goose looks very good and quite original with a little over 16K miles. 2001 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport Rosso Mandello for sale on eBay Styled and…