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.
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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»
Mar 3, 2016 • For Sale • 18 Comments
230 Patents: 1982 Honda CX 500 Turbo
This gorgeous 1982 Honda CX 500 Turbo here on eBay was sort of a pinnacle of engineering for the company as it battled Yamaha for sport-bike dominance in the 80s. Frankly, I just dig it because they shoved a turbocharger onto… more»
Feb 21, 2016 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Long Haulers: Honda Gold Wing Touring Bikes
For anyone who has read the book Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, I’m curious if you didn’t feel like taking a road trip after reading it. That’s a central part of the story, as the characters connect and explore… more»
Feb 19, 2016 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Lots And Lots Of Bikes!
On today’s installment of “Motorcycle Madness” we have 3 “lots” of bikes and 3 individual listing for your consideration. First we have a “lot” listed here on craigslist in Oceanside, California priced at, wait for it… $2K for the… more»
Feb 18, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
More Motorcycle Madness!
Another day, another set of bikes for your review. Oh, the 70’s and the Honda CT 90s, what fun! Listed here on craigslist is this two owner 1972 Honda Trail CT90 for $2K. You will find this bike in… more»
Feb 17, 2016 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Motorcycle Madness!
Time for some two-wheeled fun! Here’s a small group of bikes from four different manufactures that some of you maybe interested in. How about a 1966 Sears Sabre? Listed here on craigslist for $1,100 OBO. This bike is sitting… more»
Feb 12, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Remember The 60’s? 1966 Honda CT200
Going somewhere? The Honda CT200 can get you there on the road or off-road, just not very quickly. The top speed may hit 50MPH. You won’t know your speed on this bike because the speedometer needle is missing. “Officer… more»
Feb 11, 2016 • For Sale • 5 Comments
The Zen And Art…1969 BMW R50/2
Go pancake, go pancake direct drive all the way! If you were looking for a road-warrior that only has two wheels a BMW R50/2 might be a good choice. Peter is selling this “Swiss military issue” 1969 BMW R50/2… more»
Feb 8, 2016 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Favorite Trailbike: 1972 Hodaka Ace 100B+
I’ve always appreciated motorcycles, but I’ll admit, I’m still learning about them. There are a lot of brands out there that I don’t know much about, but this bike comes from a brand I have never even heard of!… more»
Feb 5, 2016 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Barn Find Wannabe: 1979 Harley-Davidson
Among other good reasons to buy it, the seller states that this bike “looks like it’s been in a barn for 80 years”. Obliviously, it hasn’t, but maybe this is the way to go if you actually want to… more»
Feb 5, 2016 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Custom Corvair Powered Motorcycle
I tend to be leery of custom home built vehicles. We often take all the engineering, testing and manhours for granted that go into creating the vehicles we use everyday, which is why I get a bit nervous about… more»
Jan 31, 2016 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Snow-Cycle: 1979 Chrysler Sno Runner
What do you get when you cross a motorcycle with a snowmobile? You get a Chrysler Sno Runner, which I had never heard of or seen before tonight. Thanks to reader Jim S. for sending in this great find–Jim… more»
