The 1971 Triumph T120 was a completely new design for its venerable manufacturer. Only the 650 cc engine was carried over from the previous year’s model.
Motorcycles
Apr 28, 2016 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Bunker Find: BMW R35 Motorcycle
The individual selling this BMW R35 motorcycle here on eBay is a man (or woman) of few words. We do not know much, but what we do know is intriguing. The bike is referred to as a “bunker find,” a type… more»
Apr 27, 2016 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Smokin’ Suzuki: 1973 Suzuki GT750K
Thanks to Jim S. for sending in this find; it’s a 1973 Suzuki GT750K that has been in storage for the last couple of decades. This Candy Jackal Blue bike is located in Wharton, New Jersey and is listed on eBay with… more»
Apr 26, 2016 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Original With 120 Miles: 1966 Cimatti 160 Sport
This is one well-preserved motorcycle! The 1966 Cimatti 160 Sport seen here was in climate-controlled storage its whole life and is in almost-new condition, right down to the original Michelin Rapido tires. The current owner bought it when it had 12… more»
Apr 15, 2016 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Snake Charmer: 1968 Suzuki T500 Cobra
If you’re looking for a summer project bike this one should be on your list. This is a 1968 Suzuki T500 Cobra and it’s a worthy project if there ever was one. This one is an hour southwest of Ann… more»
Apr 7, 2016 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Green With Envy: 1973 Honda CB350F
“You meet the nicest people on a Honda”. Of course, that famous slogan was already a decade old when this 1973 Honda CB350F came out, but it still applied. This gorgeous, original, 4,600-mile bike is in Fayetteville, Arkansas on Craigslist… more»
Mar 30, 2016 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Beginner Friendly: 1991 Gilera CX125
When this rare Gilera sportbike here on eBay was sent in by Barn Finds reader Jim S., I had to dig a bit deeper to find out more about this oddball Italian. Blame the spectacularly early-90s bodywork and wheels or my love of… more»
Mar 28, 2016 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Basement for 31 Years: 1973 Yamaha RD350
Barn Finds reader Jim S. spotted a long-stored sport bike from the 1970s here on eBay in the form of a classic 1973 Yamaha RD350. It’s good timing on his part, since we recently featured another relic of the early sport bike… more»
Mar 27, 2016 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Scooter Comfort: 1958 Ariel Leader 250
Areal was funded in 1870, building “penny farthing” bicycles and then a motorized tricycle in 1898 and in 1901, a motorized quadracycle! In 1902 they built their first motorcycle. Over the years Ariel built some wonderful motorcycles, including the… more»
Mar 23, 2016 • For Sale • 44 Comments
Original Widowmaker: Kawasaki H1 Mach III
Just when we think we’re the hippest and baddest generation that ever lived, you find out guys were riding Kawasaki motorcycles in the 70s that could rip off the quarter mile in under 13 seconds. This 1970 Kawasaki H1… more»
Mar 22, 2016 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Eastern Beamer? 1964 Marusho Magnum 500
Jim S found this listing and thought you guys would enjoy it. Doesn’t it look a lot like the remains of a 1960s BMW? Even the head design is a similar pattern as a BMW R50. A number of Japanese manufactures… more»
Mar 21, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Small Wonder: 1969 Yamaha YG5 Trailmaster 80
The seller says that this is a “survivor”, although it does look like some of the pieces have been repainted. This is a 1969 Yamaha YG5-T Trailmaster 80 and it’s found on Hemmings with an asking price of $2,995.
Mar 15, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
2-Stroke for Different Folk: 1959 Yamaha YD-2
This 1959 Yamaha YD-2 found here on eBay in Costa Mesa, CA with a current bid under $300 will need a total restoration. However, it’s a rare piece that’s worth saving! This 250cc, 2-stroke wonder was quite a bike in its… more»
Mar 9, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Space Age Fairing: 1971 Moto Guzzi Ambassador
Famous Finder Jim S. described this 1971 Moto Guzzi Ambassador as having a very strange looking fairing. To me, it almost looks like the bike has twin jet engine intakes, although based on close-up pictures the two side pods… more»
Mar 8, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
All Grunt, No Glory: 1966 Arctic Cat Cub
Look what Bob G found for us listed on eBay. It’s in Salem, Oregon and the bidding is under $700 with 4 days left. Choices were limited before the coming of the ATV if you needed to haul stuff… more»
Mar 6, 2016 • For Sale • 59 Comments
Strangest Bike Ever: 1960 Velocette LE
This has got to be one of the strangest bikes ever! I thought I knew a thing or two about motorcycles having ridden everything from a “Montessa Mangusta” to two-wheel-drive Goats, but these are really different. The engine is… more»
