I’m still trying to figure out why a grown man (who shall remain nameless) who is 6′-5″ tall likes such small vehicles: small trucks, small cars, and small motorcycles like this 1970 Honda Z50-AK2. This little monkey bike is… more»
Motorcycles
May 28, 2018 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Preserved Icon: 1948 Indian Chief
The 1948 Indian Chief motorcycle is an icon among vintage machinery, synonymous with the vast empire of American-made bikes that existed following WWII. The Indian factory was located in Springfield, Mass., and with even Harley-Davidson struggling to stay afloat… more»
May 23, 2018 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Italian Harley: 1967 Harley-Davidson SS 250 Sprint
Like all eight of my two-wheelers, this 1967 Harley-Davidson SS 250 Sprint probably wouldn’t be too popular at the Sturgis Rally – although being a Harley, at least by badge, it surely would be more welcome than any of… more»
May 20, 2018 • Uncategorized • 10 Comments
One-Wheel-Drive: 1971 Rokon RT-140
Here’s an unusual one, at least in the Rokon world. This 1971 Rokon RT-140 is listed on eBay with bids of just over $200 but the reserve isn’t met. It’s located in Sussex, New Jersey and you can fly in… more»
May 18, 2018 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Crate Find: 1977 Triumph Bonneville With Zero Miles!
This auction is for a brand-new, in the crate 1977 Triumph Silver Jubilee Limited Edition bike, literally preserved in its shipping wrapper, never opened. The Silver Jubilee was built to commemorate the first 25 years of Queen Elizabeth II’s… more»
May 17, 2018 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Swap Meet Cruiser: 1954 Simplex Servi-Cycle
Lightweight and compact with awesome looks, this Simplex Servi-Cycle is nice survivor that would be a perfect cruiser for those big swap meets you go to each year! Easy on gas, and easy to pick up and put into… more»
May 8, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rare Italian: 1960 Moto Guzzi Galletto
Scooters aren’t too popular here in the hallowed halls of Barn Finds, but hopefully this 1960 Moto Guzzi Galletto will be different. This isn’t some 49cc scooter. This unusual and rare machine will be auctioned off at the Tenth… more»
Apr 29, 2018 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Fatty: 1986 Honda TR200 Fat Cat
I have never been a fat cat, or even fat for that matter. And I also don’t like cats that much so I don’t know why I like this 1986 Honda TR200 Fat Cat as much as I do…. more»
Apr 18, 2018 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Restored and Parked: 1970 BSA Lightning
I happened upon an episode of American Pickers at the gym this morning, and one of the marquee finds was a mint-condition tank from a BSA motorcycle. It looked even better than the one on this 1970 Lightning, which was… more»
Apr 10, 2018 • Uncategorized • 40 Comments
Original Paint: 1938 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead
It’s a rare occurrence to find factory applied paint on anything that is eighty years old, let alone an old motorcycle. Most of these bikes were ridden in all types of weather and eventually parked in less than ideal… more»
Apr 5, 2018 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Original Paint: 1976 BMW R90S
This 1976 BMW R90S is said to wear original paint following its extraction from storage in a long-time collection. This example wears awesome two-tone paintwork and its OEM bikini fairing, two cosmetic details that helped BMW spice up its… more»
Mar 31, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One Family Owner: 1931 Harley-Davidson V-Series
The Harley-Davidson V-series motorcycles are a well-known breed, from doing duty as civil servants on California’s Highway Patrol to being among the stars as Steve McQueen’s bike of choice. This example is somewhere further down the list, having resided… more»
Mar 11, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Promising Project: 1930 Harley-Davidson
This 1930 Harley Davidson V is said to be a true barn find. It was apparently rescued from a barn around twenty years ago and put back on the road. It can be found here on eBay with a… more»
Mar 9, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Barn Find Parts: Honda 50 Mini Trail
If you have a bunch of Honda 50 parts laying around, except the engine or frame, then exactly what we’ve been looking for can be found here on eBay. Just the engine and frame of a vintage Honda Mini… more»
Mar 8, 2018 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Last Of The Mohicans: 1953 Indian Chief Police Special
Indian was a well revered American brand before ceasing production in 1953. This Indian Chief Police Special has lived an interesting life as a Police bike where it was then decommissioned and spent nearly 40 years in an equipment… more»
Mar 4, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Chicken Coop Find: 1963 BMW R60/2
I recently referenced the famous Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance book with a recent post on a Honda Gold Wing motorcycle. Ironically, this 1963 BMW R60/2 would have been a better fit for such a title as it… more»
