SELLER SAYS: 1973 Kawasaki H2 750 for sale. Completely rebuilt engine; new conrods, and engine seals, bearings. Everything else on the bike has been rebuilt. Contact Mal on 0407 497 390 (Busselton, WA)
SELLER SAYS: Owned since 2018. 8,450 miles. Many new parts (list available). Wanted the ’71 look and have all the ’73 tin ware to return to original. Only done 900km since 2021 (Covid). Fitted new Pazon ignition, new Mikuni carbys. Also includes entire factory service bulletins, manual, spare cylinder block, head and rocker boxes and 3-into-1 exhaust. Many items reconditioned or replaced. Starts first kick and runs well. Always serviced with Penrite HPR30. Contact Mick on 0478 668 440 (Nedlands – Perth WA)
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SELLER SAYS: Fully rebuilt 1966 Honda CB 450 KO ‘Black Bomber’ for sale. All original tinware. New rear rim, chromed front rim, stainless steel spokes, new tyres. Fitted with Mikuni VM carbies, new mufflers, pipes rechromed. Later 500 T engine fitted, fully rebuilt with 5 speed box. Definite riders bike, looks and goes well. This is the machine they banned from racing in the UK because it was too good for the Triumphs and BSAs. Reducing my collection. Contact Mark on 0414 916 192 (Mundaring – Perth, Western Australia).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: I read an article once that said Honda’s first 450 twin, the 1965 CB450K0, was a hard line in the history of motorcycles. Before it, the motorcycling world did not take Japan seriously. After it, they did. With a double overhead cam engine and a top speed north of 100mph, the so-called Black Bomber was serious business. No longer were Japanese manufacturers seen as producing toys or “gateway” bikes that would lead young riders onto the proper bikes made in England, America and Europe. Honda had arrived. During the early ’60s, Honda’s aggressive marketing (into America mostly), spear-headed by the priceless campaign of “you meet the nicest people on a Honda” had massively increased the number of people interested in owning a motorcycle. With the arrival of the CB450, those people had a big Japanese bike to ride — and it was quiet, started easily and didn’t leak oil. As it turned out, the Americans didn’t much like the CB450. But the Poms loved it, and it’s significance in motorcycle history is now recognised.
1976 Honda GL1000 – $16,500
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SELLER SAYS: This exceptional GL1000 was purchased by a Sydney collector in 2018 from a Honda dealership in the USA where it had been traded in by the original owner. It was tastefully restored with sensible upgrades to enhance its ride-a-bility, performance and reliability whilst retaining the original paint, (except for the side covers) and stock engine. Over the last 5 years of current ownership it has been ridden on club rides and displayed at the occasional show ‘n shine. Everything works as it should. 35,911 miles. Comes with many spares including a complete spare stainless steel exhaust system. Currently on ACT non-transferable club rego. Contact Allan on 0488 228 484 (Griffith, ACT).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: After setting the motorcycle world alight with its CB750 in 1969, it’s fair to say Honda let the competition play catch up through the early to mid-70s. And catch up they did, with Kawasaki knocking the Honda Four from its perch as top dog, and other manufacturers getting on board with the whole four stroke in-line four cylinder format. Honda tweaked the CB750 a little through those years, but the big counterpunch was this — a 1000cc horizontally opposed four cylinder, smooth as silk and with gobs of torque for the highway or for going plenty fast. As it turned out, the GL1000 — now known more commonly as the first Gold Wing — evolved into a dedicated highway bike, leaving the inline fours to evolve down a more sporty route. The success of the Gold Wing line gave birth to a squillion accessories and highway mods, to such an extent that it’s most unusual to find one unmolested or with low mileage — or in the case of this great bike of Allan’s, both unmolested and low mileage. I can’t recall seeing an early Gold Wing in better nick. This bike would make a wonderful weekend ride, but it wouldn’t surprise me if it was snapped up by a collector and put somewhere safe and cozy.
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1976 Honda CB750 – $20,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1976 Honda CB750 for sale. Motor has new pistons, and barrels machined out 0.75mm. Head serviced, new rings, cam chain and guides, gasket kit. DID rims and stainless spokes, new tyres, wheel bearing, steering head bearing, tank cleaned and lined. New tank cap, new coils and condensers, starter relay, points, new front fork tubes, new rear shocks. The tank has a couple of hair line cracks in the clear coat near the filler cap. The exhaust has some dents. For the years, bike is in fair condition. 14,500 miles. On club plates, sold unregistered. Have all receipts. Contact Terry on 0432 602 685 (Port Macquarie, NSW)
1982 Honda Gold Wing GL 1200 Ltd Ed – $6,000
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SELLER SAYS: Honda Gold Wing 1200 Limited Edition for sale. Needs it’s dose of TLC. Drove it into the shed 8 years ago and it hasn’t rolled since. 46,000 miles. In honest condition, needs a polish. Happy to send more photos if required. Contact Grahame on 0412 496 889 ( Newcastle, NSW)
1977 Condor A350 – $10,000
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SELLER SAYS: From Swiss origins (made for their defence force in the 1970s), sourcing a Ducati scrambler 350cc bevel drive powerplant, detuned so it can run on low spec fuels. Unmolested. First kick start [left side]. This example was originally imported into the USA then over to Oz. It really hasn’t done a hard day’s work in its life. Original and unmolested, a few bumps here ‘n there. It does not come with the twin automatic rifles issued as standard in Switzerland. It is on club registration and it has had two rides in the last year. The original books, toolkit, spares, lock and keys are all carried on the bike. The Ducati engine runs like a sewing machine and is in mechanically top shape. Contact Stephen on 0458 058 746 (Allora, Queensland)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: Tired of being chased by dogs on your postie run? Still lie awake at night worrying about the yellow peril? Or perhaps you like the idea of dealing with a local rabbit plague, old school? I jest, of course, although the twin rifle holders on this marvellous machine do bring some whacky ideas to mind. Condor was a bicycle manufacturer back in the day and, like so many, evolved into motorcycle manufacture. Unlike most, Condor preferred to stick to what they knew best — building frames — and used other people’s engines. In the case of the A350, that engine was a single-cylinder 350 Ducati, rubber-mounted in the Norton isolastic style to keep Swiss soldiers comfy while they scaled alps and things, twin assault rifles at the ready. About 3,000 of the machines were made, every one of them for the Swiss Army, and they apparently stayed in military service right into the early 21st Century. Then they were all sold off, being snapped up by farmers, grumpy postmen and, of course, collectors. This one of Stephen’s looks to be wonderfully unmolested, right down to the exhaust pipes that are painted rather than chromed, because the army didn’t want shiny mufflers catching the light. To finish it off, all you need are those two missing rifles. Great stuff.
2007 Kawasaki ZRX1200R – $14,000
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SELLER SAYS: One owner, beautiful example, well loved and maintained. I purchased this bike brand new in November 2008. Fully road licensed, Yoshimura muffler, K&N air filter and carburetors re-jetted. Comes with original rear guard, original muffler, mirrors and radiator grill. Very regretful sale. Contact Peter on 0439 190 488 (Yangebup, Perth WA)
SELLER SAYS: First time offered for sale, my rare 1981 TT500 H thumper. I have owned this classic weapon from new, 40+ years. It is in stock original condition, with the exception of a keyed ignition, front guard and a functional brake light. It has 9,526km on the speedo. After 25+ years of shed storage I had a local mechanic, who was very impressed with the condition and how original it is, go over it within the last 6 months. Fresh oil/filter change, fuel tank and carb cleanout and new filter, replaced front brake assembly with NOS parts as brake cable thread on brake assembly was damaged and rigged up a functional operating rear brake light. The bike is on seasonal road registration in SA. The TTH-500 number plate is a recently acquired personal plate I purchased on rego in November 2023 to allow the mechanic to test ride to see if any other work was needed. Again, it impressed him with how good it is, and powerful. I refrained from further work of replacing tyres and plastics, new decals etc. as I believe it’s rare original authenticity is what makes it unique and special to an enthusiast/collector of these old classic thumpers. Serious buyers, I am asking $16,500, no trades, no time wasters. To avoid scammers, please txt/msg your name and number I will contact you. Contact Graham on 0438 058 359 (Port Augusta, South Australia)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: It’s difficult to assess how the off-road and adventure-bike world would look today, had it not been for Yamaha’s decision to breathe life into the 500cc four-stroke single engine back in the mid-1970s. Two strokes were sweeping the world across every facet of motorcycling. They were lighter, faster and had fewer moving parts, plus they had the flavour of “new fashion” so important in the world of marketing. The glory years of big single off-roaders was long dead, and it was only everyone’s dad who could recall the glory years of the BSA Gold Star. Honda’s long-running XL350 was starting to look like a dinosaur alongside Yamaha’s DT range, and it would have been a brave man who’d have put money on the big XL lasting much past the mid-70s. But when Yamaha released the XT500 in 1976, and then the dirt-only TT500 shortly after, everything changed. Even Honda’s XL350 found its mojo, reborn as the XL500 and suddenly looking like a modern motorcycle again. Gosh, they did sound cool! And hey — check out this wheelie! The four stroke survived the threat of the guillotine, and rebuilt momentum and popularity. This bike of Graham’s — the final edition of the TT500 — presents a great example of an important machine in motorcycle history. Largely untouched, it’s a rare bird and a rare collecting opportunity.
SELLER SAYS: 1950 Sunbeam S7 Deluxe 500cc moto available for sale. This distinctive post-war bike has been part of the family for over 50 years, but health/age issues mean a reluctant parting. The in-line air cooled twin cylinders with an overhead camshaft drive a 4-speed gearbox and a final shaft and worm wheel drive. Frame number is S7 2883. The bike is very original, easy to start and is run regularly. It retains the original 6V system and all electrics work well. The carburettor is an Amal 624. Additional instruments consisting of an oil pressure gauge and ammeter which are both visible to the rider, were added to the bike in the 60s, and although not original, are part of the history of this machine. The bike was operated with a broken speedo for many years so total kms is unknown. A reconditioned speedo has recently been installed and total kms since this installation is 67km. The bike is WA club registered and has new tyres. Spares including spare cylinder head, gearbox, rear drive and others are included in the sale, together with a number of workshop manuals & Sunbeam tools. Total inventory to be sold as one lot. Contact Tony on 0407 838 707 (Perth, WA)
SELLER SAYS: 1969 sandcast Honda CB750 for sale. This bike started the superbike race and the demise of the British motorcycle industry. This is a rare bike and is No. 1637 of the only 7,414 Sandcast Hondas ever made. It is an older partial restoration. Has the sandcast cases, wrinkle tank, short cut guard, recessed ignition, round oil filter cover, left hand horn and more that are exclusive to these early bikes. Has high quality replica Yamiya Lotus roots pipes and red sponge seat. The original gauges were refurbished and zeroed so don’t reflect original mileage. The motor is original and strong. Currently on club rego and cannot be transferred, so being sold unregistered. These bikes rarely come on the market. Contact Grahame by email at gmagarry49@gmail.com (Cairns, Queensland).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: It seems laughable now, but when Honda decided to build the CB750 they had reservations about whether it would be a big seller. The early so-called ‘sandcast’ bikes were effectively Honda’s test-the-water bikes. If they sold well enough, Honda would be prepared to commit the resources to build them in big numbers with “proper” die-cast crankcases. The bosses had a target of building and selling 1500 CB750s in the first year. Hah! As we all know now, the bike was a massive success and sold its socks off, knocking the British bike industry for six and completely reshaping the global motorcycle industry. Dare I say it — the most successful motorcycle of all time? Honda’s initial 1500-a-year figure was quickly revised to 1500 a month, and Honda went on to sell almost half a million in less than a decade. All early CB750s are highly sought-after today, despite the big build numbers, while those first 7,414 examples makes them the most sought-after of all. Definitely a Lotto bike, this one!
SELLER SAYS: The owner travelled to the UK to acquire this 450 and rode it around the Italian Alps in 2012 before bringing it back to Oz. Motor was rebuilt by George Poole, a well known Ducati aficionado in Perth, in 2018. The current owner purchased it from the estate in 2020. It has had less than 1000km put on it since the rebuild. The original Smiths clocks show 9,223km. 1974 was the end of the tiny production run of 287 and it saw Ducati use parts from alternative sources; the clocks being an excellent example. In previous years, Veglia clocks were used. The clip-on bars were a popular factory option instead of the flat bars and suits the style of the bike. The wheels are original Italian Radrelli fitted with period-correct, sticky Dunlop Roadmaster TT100 tyres. This bike starts first kick although there is a specific but simple process to it, which you will be shown upon purchase. A highly sought-after piece of motorcycling history that has been kept in the lounge-room for the past few years. It deserves to be in a museum but we’d like to see it used and cherished by the owner. Contact Rex on 08 9244 4441 (Osborne Park – Perth WA).
1975 Norton Commando 850 MkIII – $25,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1975 Norton Commando 850 Mk 3 Roadster for sale. Matching numbers. Presents superbly, good paint, good chrome, fast, handles well, but I prefer my Moto Guzzi’s. Single Mikuni 36mm carb (but comes with old twin Amals too for purists), shorty megaphone mufflers (impressive sound). Circa 50,000km with only 500km since the following work: re-bore, new pistons, rings, valves, painted barrel, filters, speedo cable, RGM front master cylinder 13mm re-sleeve, brake pads, Dunlop tyres at 100% tread, chain, battery – all work except chain and battery done through Wayne Kenman at Queensland Norton Restoration. Bike really only just run in since. New Consentino and NYC Norton (US) front suspension kit (adjustable, over $2k), new YSS shocks (circa $850) adjustable and far superior to standard Hagon (suspension fitted and tuned by Suspension Improvements, Slack’s Creek). I have just changed the oil (Penrite) and spark plugs. Standard Roadster bars, comes with new Semi-Western bars with new cabling to fit. Has centre and side stands. Comes with new Norton tool kit, several spares, manual and parts catalogue. Has original electric start, not working, but starts first kick, hot or cold. Prefer to sell to someone in SE Queensland who can properly ride and inspect. 6 months rego. Contact Craig on 0408 158 879 (The Gap, Queensland)
2006 BMW R1200S – $12,000
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SELLER SAYS: 2006 BMW R1200S for sale. 72,000km. Bertha the Beemer is for sale. Beautiful in gloss black paint and lots of carbon fibre. Wunderlich tune module, raised bars, Staintune exhaust, Ohlins suspension, tyres 100%. Queensland solo registration until August. Custom BXR02 number plate will go with bike if purchased by Qld licence holder. In excellent condition, especially for being 18 years old. Will make a great addition for any collection. Contact Barry on 0427 118 998 (Woorim, Queensland)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: There’s something downright depressing about the monoculturalism of 21st century design. Whether it’s motorbikes, cars, toasters, shoes or dogs, there’s a remarkable lack of individualism these days. Everything looks the same as its market competitors! And motorcycle engine design is the same. You want a big sports bike? Sure. And which inline four-cylinder engine would you like? Coz that pretty much describes all of them. I was mortified when Ducati went to four cylinders for its sport bikes. I didn’t have quite as violent a reaction to BMW’s defection to the dark side, I guess because it was gradual. BMW’s K-series (four-cylinder engines) started a long time ago and ran in parallel with the R-series (boxer twins) for a long time. I do own an L-twin bevel Duke and a boxer Beemer, but if I had the cash to spare, my garage would include a BMW R1200S and a L-twin Ducati Panigale because each of them represent the final incarnation of their generation. While most of us remember the boxer BMWs as tourers (or modern adventure bikes), the R1200S showed the world what could be done with the horizontally opposed twin as a sports bike. And it was (and is) brilliant. The headline — 122 horsepower from a boxer twin — is impressive enough, but the whole package was pure sport, and glorious. Do take a look at MC News’ excellent test report (click here ). This bike of Barry’s looks like a marvellous example and would be a wonderful regular ride or, as Barry suggests, a great addition to a sports bike or BMW collection.
1984 Suzuki GSX1100S Katana – $16,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1984 Suzuki Katana 1100 for sale. Very low kms. In very good condition. Japanese import with import approval. New Bridgestone tyres, air filter and battery. Original exhausts. Everything works as it should. Test ride only with cash in hand. Contact Brendan on 0403 903 128 (Boronia, Victoria).
1982 Yamaha XS650 – $10,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1982 Yamaha XS650 Special for sale. Completely restored in standard condition. Ready to enjoy. I have worked on restoring and ridden this bike for 10 years. I am selling this bike to make room for other projects. Bike is not registered. however will pass blue slip without a problem. Can provide a blue slip with bike if required. Ideal bike for club rego. The XS650 was always a popular bike throughout the 1970s and was famous for its reliability and resilience in standard form or when modified for racing. So popular all over the world including Australia you can still purchase parts for them. It was one of the bikes Kenny Roberts raced and won on among others over the years. Contact Daniel on 0401 755 845 (Calala, New South Wales).
SELLER SAYS: 1976 Kawasaki Z900 for sale. Good condition and not an original. Currently on club rego and not transferable. I have owned for approximately 11 years and not using much now. Rides well. Recently serviced and new battery. Contact 0404 xxx xxx SOLD (New South Wales)
1986 Ducati MHR Mille – $35,750 ono. SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: Early 1986 Ducati MHR Mille. Only 250 produced of this sought-after model. 23,568km. This particular motorcycle was imported from a collector’s collection in New Zealand. When the bike arrived it underwent a recommissioning which involved new brake pads, all new brake and clutch flexible lines, brake reservoirs kits, new wheel bearings, 2-pak painted wheels, new tyres, chain, sprockets and cush drive, engine case protector fitted, new clutch plates, new after-market blinkers, clean and rebuild carbie kit, refurbished pick ups. Oil and filter changed every 1000km or 12 months. Comes with full fairing with correct fittings and bikini fairing. Currently on club plates (not transferable). A great blast on a Sunday arvo. Photos are part of the description. Open to reasonable offers. Contact Len on 0419 xxx xxx (Wingham, New South Wales 2429)
1983 Ducati MHR900 – – $45,900 $38,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1983 Ducati MHR900 for sale. Australian delivered bike in excellent condition. New Avon Roadrider tyres (less than 500km), new RK gold chain, new sprockets, braided stainless steel front and rear brake lines, front brake calipers rebuilt, new brake pads and wheel bearings, rims resprayed (present as new), Staintune stainless steel exhaust, Koni rear shocks, Vee Two gear gazer, billet aluminium filter cover, aluminium intake velocity stacks, Tarozzi fully adjustable bars (original bars included). Starts first or second kick, sounds awesome and is beautiful to ride. Reluctant sale. Contact Rob on 0423 264 879 (Glenmore Park, New South Wales).
1974 CZ250 VMX – $7,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1974 CZ250 for sale. I built this bike for VMX racing, but I am just too old now. There has been a lot of work done, and it is ready to be raced. The motor has new C3 bearings mains and gearbox, with new seals, new crank, re-bored, piston, rings complete, single-plug head and centre squish, new Mikuni carby, cables, new exhaust system, new Ikon shockers, modified forks with Teflon bushes, new Michelin tyres and tubes, rebuilt wheels with XL rims, wheel bearings, seals and brake linings, alloy bars, new levers, modified air box to enable foam air filter. All the fibreglass is new, everything has been taken care of, it’s ready to go. Yes this bike is a little expensive but everything is done. Contact Peter on 0409 720 270 (Hope Valley – Adelaide, South Australia).
1981 Moto Guzzi 850 LeMans 2
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1993 Moto Guzzi California III – $22,000 the pair
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SELLER SAYS: 1981 Moto Guzzi 850 LeMans for sale. Straight from Milan, extremely original and in good condition. Ready to register and ride. Great patina. Selling due to health reasons. Offered as a package with 1993 Moto Guzzi California for $22,000. Contact Robert on 0416 151 384 (Heathridge, Perth WA)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: There are not many bikes born more “right” than Moto Guzzi’s much-loved LeMans. The blend of performance, styling and good ol’ Italian pizzaz was a hit right from the start, with that thumping great 850 twin cylinder engine taking centre stage. The LeMans was actually created as a race bike. Before it had a name, it was built by boring out and powering up the 750 engine from the V7 and 750S and hitting the track. Its first race was at (go on, have a guess!) yes, LeMans, a highly prestigious 24-hour race in France, in 1971. The bike didn’t win, but it led the pack for 10 hours before a rocker failed. The engine kept going and the bike finished a very respectable third place. That was good enough for the chiefs back at MG HQ, and the LeMans project began. As it turned out, the bike evolved more as a sports-tourer than an out-and-out sports bike. By its second iteration, like this lovely example of Richard’s, the fairing had started to grow from the teeny-weeny bikini cafe-racer style of the first model. But the heart of the beast — that great motor and its distinctive style — remained intact right through the 1970s and ’80s, and prices for early examples continue to grow strongly.
SELLER SAYS: 1993 Moto Guzzi California III for sale. Selling as a package with Moto Guzzi LeMans II; $22,000 for the pair. The California has 160,000km on the clock, with engine work done at 100,000km. Very original and in good condition with all panniers, heated grips and a mini-power outlet for phone etc. As new fork stanchions and seals. Great tourer. No rego. Contact Robert on 0416 151 384 (Heathridge, Perth WA)
1974 Rickman Honda CR750 – $28,000 $24,000
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SELLER SAYS: Beautiful example of a Rickman Honda CR750 with full history. Reason for sale — age and past work injuries. I require a smaller / lighter machine. Original owner imported frame kit (Brisbane); I am the second owner. Travelled 874km. Frame G4337. July 1974 on Rickman register. 812 Yoshimura piston kit. Honda T10 cam. Akront rims, new Pirelli Sports Demon tyres, Brembo front brakes (overhauled), Lockheed rear. Pre-start checks, carburettors balanced at Road and Race Motorcycles, Gnangara (Perth WA). Laverda Orange paint by Simon at Motorcycle Panel and Paint . On full WA registration, licensed as a Rickman. Full set of chain adjuster shims and clip-on set included. Currently fitted with high bars, enhances handling. Shannon’s insurance value is $42,000. View at In City Motorcycles, Victoria Park, Perth or c ontact Adrian on 0433 121 859 (Victoria Park – Perth, Western Australia)
SELLER SAYS: 1956 BSA 500cc BB34 for sale. Clipper alloy competition engine. BTH electronic ignition. Akront rims. Dunlop Gold Seal tyres. Folder of receipts and history of work carried out. Contact Andy on 0416 289 860 (Two Rocks, Perth – Western Australia)
SELLER SAYS: If you haven’t ridden an air cooled Ducati L-twin before, this is your chance to get in on a legendary bike for an affordable price. This Monster 800 S model has the performance, lightweight handling and beautiful build quality without the super bike price tag. It’s a secondhand import from Japan in great condition and I ride it regularly. Sadly I have to sell it to finance some renovations. It’s such a fun quick little bike with loads of character and is surprisingly practical as a city commuter or back-country burner. The 800 is the middleweight of the family and is neither too porky or too skinny. It’s just right! I’ve had this bike around three years and it’s been nothing but fun. I bought it from a dealer in Sydney without an extensive history, other than knowing it was imported (used) from Japan. I have since serviced it regularly and I have all the receipts from Gowanloch Ducati and Motociclo — two great shops with a good reputation. It has a clean bill of health, registered until August and ready to ride. Contact 0466 xxx xxx SOLD (Sydney – New South Wales)
SELLER SAYS: 1985 Yamaha IT200 for sale. Last model. Very original and not used for many years. Runs very well and suitable to be ridden or restore with the new parts supplied. Bike comes with new plastic, decals, tool bag, tail light, two new Pirelli tyres, grips and handlebars. Has compliance plate but no road gear. Contact Alistair on 0419 150 501 (Echuca – Victoria).
SELLER SAYS: 2017 MV Agusta F4RC for sale. Reluctant sale due to a change of priorities. One owner since new with only 4,700km, less than 800km a year. One of only 250 in the world (#90). It has been garaged and covered all its life. Comes complete with a crate of goodies including SC pipe and ECU. This bike has 205hp off the showroom floor as standard and 212hp with SC pipe and ECU. Also included are foam stabilisers in the fuel tank to improve the already awesome handling. This bike would be arguably one of the best I have ridden in 50 years of riding. Contact Richard on 0428 524 066 (Milpara, Albany – Western Australia).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: Let’s be honest — there is no shortage of fast, sweet-handling sports bikes on the market. Whether you prefer your bikes to be new or second-hand, Japanese or European, finding a motorcycle that sets your pulse racing and your driver’s license quivering is not hard. Gosh, a budget of $10k will get you a nice used Honda CBR1000RR which has more power and better handling than you will ever use. Step your budget up to $25k and you can have a Ducati 1299 Panigale. So why would you spend $54k on his bike? We can think of lots of reasons, but there are two that stand out — exclusivity and investment potential. Yes, MV’s greatest sports bike is an unbelievable track weapon or weekend superstar; but that’s a given. Of course it is. The folks at MV know that performance underpins sports bike credibility. The extra dosh buys the MV badge and, with it, the MV back-story. You are part of a very exclusive club of people who own one of the most desirable pieces of two-wheeled machinery ever made. And just as important, you own something that will be treasured for many years to come — and that means there’s a reasonable prospect it will hold its value and possibly appreciate as the years go by. I won’t re-tell the MV Agusta story here, but it’s a wonderful tale built on racetrack success and sports bike pride. This glorious F4RC of Richard’s looks to be a superb example of a rare and magnificent machine. (I succumbed to the MV Agusta allure a few years ago and bought myself a 910R Brutale, just to have a taste. Read about it here . )
1979 Ducati 900SS – $75,000
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SELLER SAYS: This magnificent machine has done less than 100km since a full ground-up nut-and-bolt restoration by Made in Italy, with over 300 man hours of work in it. The following has been completed and much more.
Chassis: Frame and swing arm and tinware stripped back to bare metal and repainted. Forks rebuilt with new stanchions. Wheels stripped and rims polished and re-painted with new tyres. New wiring loom. Seat recovered. All bright-ware re-chromed. All new cables. All calipers stripped and rebuilt, using new pistons and seals. Both master cylinders stripped and rebuilt using new pistons and seals. Original clocks refurbished and speedometer zeroed. All chassis bearings replaced. Complete new Conti exhaust system.
Engine : Stripped, measured and inspected. All bearings replaced. Crankshaft stripped, inspected and re-built by Lacey engineering using new Arrow conrods. New valve seats. New Valve guides. New valves. New Pistal racing pistons. Various gears replaced. Carbs stripped and rebuilt.
Contact Retro Moto Co on (08) 9336 7590 (Fremantle – Western Australia)
1984 Ducati 900 Mike Hailwood Replica – $28,950 SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: 1984 Ducati Mike Hailwood Replica in excellent overall condition. Travelled 37,952km, it’s the last of the 900s made and has the electric-start engine. It is mechanically sound and it starts, runs and rides well. Paint is in very decent shape with just a few scratches and chips on the belly pan and a small scratch near the RH mirror. Selentium exhaust is excellent condition with no dents. We had the wheels professionally painted in the correct gold and put brand new Dunlop tyres on her. We flushed all the fuel and cleaned the tank and carbs, brakes were serviced and it’s got fresh oil and filter. It starts, runs and rides without issues. Very reasonably priced. Can offer interest-free lay-by terms on this bike. Contact Brad on 0400 xxx xxx SOLD (Cooroy – Queensland).
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1978 Yamaha XT500 – $3,000 SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: Yamaha XT500 E (1978). Been a farm bike for almost 20-plus years. Before that used mostly on the road. 33,678 miles. Needs to go to a good home for restoration. I have not been able to start it for three or fours years due not only to my knees but there appears to have been some carburation issues. Up until then, it ran well. It has a dent in the tank. Includes some spares. Contact David on 0419 xxx xxx SOLD (Drummond – Victoria.)
1955 BSA BM20 – $12,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1955 BSA BM20 for sale. 500cc single. Original with matching numbers. Gearbox rebuilt with upgraded clutch. Bike is in excellent condition. New tyres, brakes, wheel and steering head bearings. New cables, wiring harness, battery etc. No expense spared. On club rego. $12,500. Contact Rob on 0410 464 960 (Madeley, Perth – Western Australia).
1981 Kawasaki Z1300 – A4 – $20,000
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SELLER SAYS: Reported to be one of the original 350 Kawasaki Z1300s pre-ordered in the 80’s into Australia. Water cooled and shaft drive with 6-into-1 exhaust. Engine fully rebuilt by workshop for a collector/owner at approx. 98,000km and then shed stored for 12 yrs. This was the last of his collection before selling to me in 2019. I stripped it down to a bare frame for cleaning. Rebuilt steering, suspension, wheel bearings, all brake systems, thermostat, cooling fan switch, carbs rebuilt and balanced, internal fuel tank cleaned (no rust), new plugs, new tyres and battery. Valves checked. The bike has a brilliant paint job with no dings or scratches. I ride the bike to club show-and-shine events. Rides and runs beautifully, no smoke, no oil use or leaks. A very hard to find genuine Kawasaki Z1300 bike presented in this excellent condition. More photos available on request. Current mileage 100,670 kms. Contact Bill on 0459 620 856 (Mareeba – Queensland).
1982 Ducati 900SS – $42,000
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SELLER SAYS: Purchased in 2002, this bike was masquerading as a 1975 900 Super Sport. However, through research and restoration it was rebuilt and repainted to become the genuine 1982 model. Restoration completed in 2004 and still with the same owner. In 1981, the status of the 900 Super Sport was downgraded, with the Mike Hailwood Replica now the range leader. While it was fundamentally unchanged from earlier examples, the Super Sport received a moderate facelift that would see it through until its demise a year later. The biggest changes were to the styling of the dual seat, along with a new colour scheme of silver with three shades of blue stripes. The fairing too was now silver, rather than blue, and also featured the same stripes. For its final production year, there were only minor alterations to the specifications of the Super Sport. Production quality was variable and fewer were manufactured, only 335. (The Last Ducati 900SS Was the Best, Robert Smith, Motorcycle Classics 2012). Claimed power: 60hp @ 6,500rpm (rear wheel w/40mm carbs). Top speed: 125mph (period test). Engine: 864cc air-cooled OHC 90-degree desmodromic L-twin, 86mm x 74.4mm. Weight (wet): 477lb (217kg). MPG: 4.7gal (17.8ltr)/35-50mpg. Contact Jok at jok.ross@bigpond.com (Hamelin Bay – Western Australia).
1982 Honda XL500R – $6,990
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SELLER SAYS: 1982 Honda XL500R for sale. 31,900km. Classic thumper on full registration. Recent works include top end rebuild, new YSS rear shock, new front fork springs and seals, new cables, new tyres and more. Showing its age but running very well. Contact James on 0428 601 725 (Darlington, Perth – Western Australia)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: When I was in my late teens, big air-cooled Japanese four-stroke singles were the closest thing we had to adventure bikes. Honda’s XL500 and Yamaha’s XT500 were the dominant big trail bikes of the time, back before they got bogged down with electric starters and radiators and extra cylinders and fairings and hand guards and such. The old thumpers could be loaded up with a heap of gear, and a pillion if you wished, for heading off into the sunset. We often used them off-road — and I mean quite serious off-road. Some folks (braver than I) even used them for motocross. They were a hoot on the beach, and you could get them up on their back wheel and keep them there until the sun went down and you needed the headlight on the road. They were tough as nails, utterly reliable, and you could service them with a hammer. Well, almost. Looking back, they really were brilliant machines — all-rounders in the true sense of the word, competent to do anything short of road racing — and I’m sure someone could tell me they raced them on the tarmac somewhere! Of course, we rode most of them into the ground so nice clean examples like this one of James’ are extremely hard to find. A thoroughly competent machine to ride to work Monday-to-Friday and then play on the weekend, or spend a little time and energy restoring it for the man-cave. Great stuff.
1982 Ducati MHR900 – $43,900
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SELLER SAYS: 1982 Ducati MHR900 for sale. A lovely example of the rare late-1982 build which still sports the preferred SS frame, before the factory opted for the Darmah type in late ’83, and the only year offered with the black wheel guards and revised upcoming livery for the ’83 release. This limited run combination is rare. Originally from Japan (which are identical to Australian-delivered models) and after years in storage, it was decided in early 2023 to undertake a recommission and service at Corse Motorcycles using only genuine parts and full restoration of the bodywork. Every painted panel and guard is defect free and for now, we have elected to keep the original screen (with edge bead) fitted and do have a new replacement on hand which comes with the sale. With new tyres, battery, fuel lines and carburettor rebuild, is currently on club registration and starts after second or third kick. Happy to answer any questions, have a cold start video for serious buyers and you’ll be hard pressed to find a better period correct example. Contact Mark on 0419 860 750 (Perth – Western Australia)
1971 Triumph T150 Trident – $14,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1971 Triumph Trident for sale. New paint, three new carburetors, alloy rims, matching numbers, timing done, tappets set, work carried out by Ironhorse Restorations. Great example of this model and will only go up in price. 38,876 kms. Contact Joe on 0467 984 210 (Baldivis, Perth – Western Australia)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: I’ve lost count of the number of bikes that lay claim to being the world’s first superbike, but Triumph’s longly-gestated Trident triple surely belongs in the front group. The Trident was designed and virtually ready for production as early as 1965. Had it hit the market then, who knows how different motorcycle history — and especially Triumph history — might have unfolded. In true British form, the Trident was just a bigger version of the bike that fathered it: the twin cylinder 650cc Bonneville. Triumph added a cylinder and beefed up the frame and other components to manage the extra weight and extra power, as it had done many times before when their small bikes got bigger and their singles became twins. And it worked. There were some bugs — early ones were prone to leaking more than usual, clutches were finnicky and they burnt oil and petrol rather fast — but they were marvellous machines nonetheless. For one thing, they were fast. Real fast. Get-outta-the way 125mph fast, which made them much loved on the race track as well as on the road. The most famous racing Trident was a white beast known as Slippery Sam (“slippery” after a rather embarrassing incident involving engine oil) which covered itself in glory for five years in a row at the Isle of Man. Nowadays, the Trident is recognised as one of Triumph’s great achievements, as well as being a surprisingly well-mannered and useable classic. Tuned properly, they start well and are smooth and civilised. This bike of Joe’s looks like a ripper, with the Bonneville-style tank and wide bars giving the Trident its most handsome look. Very nice.
1974 Ducati 750 Sport – $75,000
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SELLER SAYS: I am offering my loved 750 Sport for sale after 13 years of ownership. Original delivery was on 7/10/74 from Ghost Motorcycle Sales Corp in Washington, New York. I am the third owner. Aust compliance plate was added to the bike in 10/2009 when it arrived in Australia. One muffler has been repaired, due to small hole. Vin 755896, Eng No 755896. New battery fitted in 01/22. The bike is not restored but the body work has been repainted at some stage around 1985. Full WA licence to April 2024. Starts very easily, regular running. Spares include a new set of Conti mufflers, Factory fairing (unpainted). Click here to see more photos and a video of the bike running. Contact Rob on 0448 726 262 (Yallingup – Western Australia)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: What a wonderful piece of machinery. Ducati’s long, colourful and successful history as a manufacturer of L-twin sports bikes started with the 750 Sport. It’s predecessor was the 750GT, a grand tourer which carried Ducati’s first twin-cylinder engine and was a sporty highway bike, and it’s successor was the 750 Desmo SuperSport, nowadays generally referred to as the “green-frame” and the most collectible Ducati of them all. Ducati actually sold the Sport and the SuperSport alongside one another for a year or two, with the SuperSport offering some higher spec componentry and a higher price tag. Being a 1974, this glorious bike of Rob’s will have been one of those bikes — and very rare too, because the Sport was not a big seller; the SuperSport was the model that everyone wanted! Today, the green frames are so valuable that most have become revered museum items. Few people dare ride them, for fear of damaging such valuable merchandise. That leaves the 750 Sport as a very desirable beast indeed – a truly wonderful high-performance superbly balanced vintage sports bike whose price hasn’t precluded it from actually being ridden. And even if you ignore all of that, it’s just absolutely beautiful. Roaring art. Love it. Oh for a Lotto win!
1978 Kawasaki KZ1000A2 – $18,500 SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: I have looked around Bikesales and other sales outlets and I have not seen a nicer or more original KZ1000A2. My intention was to restore it to full Australian standards but have run short of cash restoring my Z1-A . To date I have only had a dual brake kit installed, obtained an original KPH speedo, and had a new correct seat cover installed. The bike comes with owner’s manual, service manual, brochure and a very rare Kawasaki Z1000A2 cut away framed poster. 11,041 is the actual milage and the US paintwork is very original. The bike was actually fully kitted with a Kawasaki Vetta fairing and pannier setup which was removed and sold. The factory mufflers are totally free of rust and the chrome is not pitted. Everything works as it should. I have put some 1,000 miles on the bike, and it runs perfectly. Choke valve seals may need replacing as there is some light smoke on cold start up, but once the engine is warm the smoke is totally gone. There are two marks in the paintwork on the tank, caused by some bad fuel I would think. These I have photographed (here ). The bike has been on a number of club runs with zero problems. Contact Paul on 0418 xxx xxx SOLD (Sydney – New South Wales)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: When Kawasaki released the Z1 900 in 1972, the world’s motorcycle industry went beserk. Honda’s CB750 was still a relatively new thing, and it was almost unthinkable that there was another bike coming from one of the other Japanese manufacturers that was going to be bigger and faster than the Honda. (Truth be told, the Z1 wasn’t going to be bigger at all. It was designed as a 750, then redesigned specifically so it could boast a bigger motor than the Honda Four.) The Z1 was the first significant counter-punch to the CB, starting a performance war that’s pretty much been going on ever since. But by 1977, both bikes were starting to look stale and in need of an upgrade. The Z1000 was a slick upgrade indeed, not only boasting a bigger engine but also improved fuel economy, a more tractable engine (same power at lower revs), a stiffer frame, and triple disc brakes. But it was still unmistakably a Z, including that wonderful ducktail, and was still a very fast motorcycle capable of doing everything from cross-country hauls to drag-strip heroics. Being an A2, this bike of Paul’s is the second of the Z1000 models (or KZ1000, as they were called in the USA). It looks like it would be an excellent prospect for a full-on back-to-original restoration, as Paul had planned, but also looks perfectly ready to be put to work as a club bike or regular ride.
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SELLER SAYS: Up for sale is my beautiful 1973 Ducati GT 750. Since purchasing the bike as a barn find a few years ago, I have carried out a comprehensive restoration. The motor and gearbox have both been fully rebuilt to the highest standards by Vee Two in Nannup, Western Australia. Brook Henry owns Vee Two and is known around the world for his workmanship on bevel Ducatis. The motor now runs a Sachse electronic ignition system and upgraded pistons from the Sport model which runs a higher compression and hence a boost to performance. All the chrome has been redone and all the nuts and bolts have been cad-coated . The paintwork has been matched to original colour for the bike and year and the wheels have been professionally rebuilt by Budgie at Spoke Wheels . The bike was recently Dyno tuned at Retro Moto and was a joy to ride on a recent run in our South West. The frame and engine numbers are correct for being built in Oct 1973 and the bike is on full West Australian license. These bikes are becoming rare and desirable with only 4133 being built in total. Contact Ross on 0403 706 013 (East Fremantle – Western Australia).
1968 BSA Firebird Scrambler – $18,950
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SELLER SAYS: 1968 BSA A65 Firebird Scrambler. One of only 250 produced in 1968. Frame # NC 14284 A65F. Engine # NC 14284 A65F. Fitted with high pipes, 2 gallon metal tank, chrome fenders, rear grab bar, and the universal tyres, together with the twin carbs of the Lightning and Spitfire models giving it more high-rpm power. This attractive A65 Firebird Scrambler on offer here has been in its current ownership since March 2007, the past 16 years. The bike presents as a well-maintained example, having had a full restoration. Parts that could not be restored were replaced with new. Motor and gearbox stripped and rebuilt, electronic ignition, new battery, twin carburetor (930 Amal Concentric). Honda levers and grips with blinkers fitted. The bike has also been enhanced with a higher gearing ratio making it much more user friendly for the open road. BSA’s 650cc A65 is rare to find in Australia and indeed harder to find an example that has been so well maintained and yet sparingly used. Smith’s odometer displaying 18293.2 miles. Shown twice at VV&CMCC Canberra Day Long Weekend Rally. Runner up on both occasions in Popular Classic 1960-1969. Contact Malcolm on 0418 297 547 (East Lindfield – New South Wales)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: What a stunner! In the early 1960s, BSA accounted for 20% of motorcycle sales world-wide. They were the dominant brand of the era, with a way-long history of mostly gradual (and rather slow) evolution. And while England was the home of BSA, the dominant market was, just like it is today, the USA. The Yanks were big into desert racing in those days, mostly on British bikes that were really designed for the road but then fitted with high pipes and bars, bash plates, and knobby tyres. Street scrambler, you might suggest? Absolutely. But many of the street scramblers of the ’60s found themselves doing some pretty serious off-road work too. The BSA Firebird was a marvellous example of the breed, and made no secret of its made-in-Engand-for-America design brief. Sharp eyes will notice the decal on the sidecover of this wonderful bike of Malcolm’s, showing an American flag crossed with a Union Jack. Having had an obviously thorough and high-quality restoration, we reckon this one is headed for an easy life with a collector — but we hope it gets plenty of opportunity to roar, as BSA 650s should!
1993 Suzuki GSX1100 outfit – $15,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1993 Suzuki GSX 1100 shaft drive leaning outfit. 59,779 km. The bike leans independent of the side car. Rides like a solo. Very unique bike with everything in good condition. RWC on club plates. Very well looked after. Contact Alan on 0481 177 522 (Clifton Springs – Victoria)
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1975 Honda CB750 F1 – $11,900
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SELLER SAYS: 1975 Honda CB750 F1 for sale. Fresh respray. Braided brake lines and new pads. Delkevic 4-1 exhaust. Original owners book and tool kit. Contact Adam on 0472 653 904 (Perth – Western Australia).
1997 Honda Monkey Z50R JP – $10,000
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SELLER SAYS: Honda Z50R JP Monkey bike. As new. Only done 35km total from new and always kept inside. In new condition. Manufactured August 1997. Can be licensed to ride on the road. Has owners manual, safety manual and other literature. Would be an excellent collector’s item. Contact Brian on 0407 323 748 or briancar@tpg.com.au (Bunbury – Western Australia)
1955 Matchless 500 – $13,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1955 Matchless 500 solo Compy for sale. Concessional licence BY55988. Less than 100 miles since full restoration. Restored swinging arm, rebuilt jampot rear suspension, rebuilt Teledraulic front forks, rebuilt engine (alloy barrel, new piston and rings, new bottom end, all new chains), rebuilt N1 Lucas magneto, rebuilt Lucas 6-Volt generator, new electrical wiring. Smiths Chronometric speedometer driven off rear wheel. Rebuilt Burman CP gearbox. Solid state battery. Frame sand-blasted and powder-coated gloss balck. All other tinware repainted gloss black. Stepped rear hub rebuilt with stainless steel spokes. Full-width alloy front hub with stainless steel spokes. New 19-inch tyres. New dual seat. New front mudguard. Bar end rear view mirror. Contact Brian on 0407 323 748 or briancar@tpg.com.au (Bunbury – Western Australia)
1975 Norton Commando MkIII 850 – $34,000 $30,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1975 Norton Mk111 850 for sale. Excellent condition. Head recently faced with new rings & full gasket kit. New upgraded Andover Norton electric starter kit starts perfectly. New exhaust system and mufflers. Full carburettor restoration. New tyres front & rear. New rear shocks. Starts and runs well. Recently serviced and head retensioned. On Club registration which is non-transferable. This bike is awesome. For further information ring Paul on 0481 204 493 (South Australia).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: Another beautiful big Brit from the dying days of the empire! While Triumph (and BSA) decided to go to three cylinders to ward off the onslaught of Japanese bikes in the early 1970s, Norton decided to stick with the twin-cylinder format and address the niggles — in particular vibration and old-fashioned styling and functionality. And just to make things interesting, Norton finally bumped the old twin out to a thumping 828cc which was bigger than the Japs (take that!) and good enough to call the final Commando an eight-fifty. The Commando achieved Norton’s goal: a big, fast, good-looking, sweet-handling bike that matched the Japanese fours in a straight line and beat them in the corners. And perhaps even more importantly, the arrival of an electric starter heralded the arrival of a “civilised” Norton! The 850 Commando was truly the end point (and high point) of a long and gradual evolution and its styling — especially the look of the motor — remained beautiful and very distinctive, right to the end. This bike of Paul’s looks like a superb example of arguably Norton’s greatest achievement. Learn more about the 850 Commando here .
1975 Triumph Trident T160 – $27,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1975 Triumph Trident T160 for sale. A lovely example of a beautifully built T160. US import with the current owner since 2015. Development of this bike includes Carrillo rods, Triplex primary conversion, balanced clutch, upgraded starter, Tri-Spark ignition, alloy rims, new Dunlop K81 tyres, Hagon shocks, AP Racing discs, calipers and master cylinder, Hyde fork brace, Dunstall mufflers, Norton Euro bars, stainless fasteners. Current Vic Club Rego (not transferable) can be sold with a Victorian RWC. Contact Donald on 0407 112 029 (Horsham – Victoria).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: If there had not been unstoppable momentum behind the arrival of the Honda CB750 and its Japanese rivals in the early 1970s, this bike would have rescued Triumph. Indeed, if Triumph had built the Trident prior to the arrival of the Honda Four, it’s perfectly plausible that the Japanese bike industry would never have become so dominant. The Trident — and especially its final incarnation in the T160 — was and is a marvellous motorcycle. It’s big, strong and proper fast, and blessed with excellent handling despite being a bit porky and running what is basically a beefed-up Bonneville T140 frame. Any bugs from the initial (T150) effort to turn a twin into a triple had been ironed out, and the bike was civilized in a, dare I say it, Japanese kinda way. This bike of Donald’s looks like a truly wonderful example of the breed, with sensible upgrades to keep the old girl going for another decade or five. (Learn more about the T160 here .)
2021 KTM 1290 Adventure S – $19,995SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: Great bike with only one owner. Low km’s and equipped with all the extras! Full Tech pack fitted, heated grips, Wings titanium muffler, radiator guard & upgraded tyres. Contact Gary on xxxx xxx xxx SOLD (Albany – Western Australia)
SELLER SAYS: The Ducati Scrambler Sixty2 is a premium product, LAMS-approved, 399cc Desmo-engine motorcycle. It is easy to ride, fun and stylish. The Sixty2 has ultra conservative geometry, ensuring stability, mechanical grip and confidence with no surprises. The Brembo brake package is perfectly suited to the bike, with a forgiving initial bite on the lever but still plenty of stopping power on modulation and good feel braking into turns. Low KM’S and one owner. Contact Gary at Albany Motorcycles on 08 9842 2914 (Albany – Western Australia).
1969 Norton Commando 750S – $15,000 $14,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1969 Norton Commando 750S for sale. Just 11,875 original miles. It has new Amal premier carbs, Boyer Bransden ignition, paint and tires. The gas tank was treated with three coats of Caswell sealer. It’s not perfect, but it’s a very nice example. The price of $14,000 AUD includes prepping, crating and shipping from the Port of Vancouver to your nearest port. Click here to see more photos and a (very) cold-start video. Contact Norm by email at norm.chamberlain@gmail.com (Vancouver, Canada).
1975 Honda GL1000 – $12,900 $11,750
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SELLER SAYS: 1975 Honda GL1000 for sale. 44,700km. Lovely motorcycle which I have owned for nearly 30 years but it is now time for a new owner to enjoy and is priced accordingly. This Honda was lovingly completely restored and mildly customised around 19 years ago. The exhaust system is a custom made 4-into-4 system. The seat is a Honda GL1100 unit. Bike is fitted with electronic ignition plus an alarm/immobiliser. No tabs have been removed from the frame and it would be a straight-forward process to return this classic back to factory standard, should the new owner wish to do so. I put this Honda onto my local Classic Club rego but it will be inspected for a standard rego for the new owner. Unfortunately for me, my collection is being reduced and this is a genuine sale including some spares and manuals which I have collected over the years. Sad day for me but a great day for you. Motorcycle is located in Denmark WA but I could transport by trailer to Perth for purchaser if requested. Contact Lez on 0428 788 008 (Denmark – Western Australia).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: With the Honda GoldWing rapidly approaching its 50th birthday, it’s only those of us substantially north of 50 who can recall its arrival on the motorcycle scene. When it was first released, the GoldWing (more commonly referred, quite correctly, as the GL1000 in those days) was not a dedicated highway bike but just a really big motorcycle. Apparently even the folks at Honda weren’t sure whether it was going to become a street bike (cruiser, in modern lingo I guess), a sports bike, or a tourer. But they were mighty proud of the bike and its 1000cc flat four engine, declaring it as “the ultimate motorcycle” and replacing the CB750 as their flagship model. In the end, buyers made it clear what they thought about the GoldWing — it was a tourer. An entire industry was born creating highway accessories for the big Honda, with full fairings, panniers and top boxes just the start of the customisation journey. Honda responded by doing the same, to Honda’s usual standard of excellence. The GoldWing evolved to become a Harley-beater on the open road, with everything from airbags to heated seats plus a super-smooth motor and Japanese quality control and reliability. This bike of Lez’s harks right back to the dawn of the model, when she was just a big naked road bike. For collectors, a little work would restore the original look or you could put that off to another day and enjoy it just like it is. Very cool.
1974 Bultaco 250 Alpina – $8,000 $6,500
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SELLER SAYS: This is a very original example of the 1974 Bultaco Alpina. This is how I found it; no parts have been added. It’s had a complete restoration. Contact Ian on 0407 609 364 (Alexandra Headland, Sunshine Coast – Queensland).
1978 Ducati SD900 Darmah – $28,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1978 Ducati SD900 for sale. Bike runs well. I have installed gold valves in the forks and tuned the original shocks for a safer ride. Brakes were overhauled a few years back and new tires fitted, everything else is period for this bike and in quite good condition. Bike is in great original condition. The only reason I repainted the tank and side cover is because I put a decent scratch on the ducktail whilst moving out my street fighter. Ggrrr. Price is flexible, but keep in mind this bike is in very good condition with matching numbers. This bike was owned by a friend since the very early eighties and I took it on over 10 years ago now. I would like it to go to a good home. Reason I’m selling is I just can’t bend over that well anymore, so both the street fighter and Bevel will be moved on. See more pics and a video here . Contact Jamie on 0417 766 844 (Ballarat – Victoria.)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: The 1970s delivered a whole bunch of memorable Ducatis. The 750GT marked the company’s move into twin-cylinder engines, the 750 Super Sport delivered race track credibility, the 900MHR celebrated Mike Hailwood’s heroics at the Isle of Man. The SD900 Darmah occupies a smaller headline in the company’s history, but arguably an even more important one. Prior to the SD900, Ducatis looked beautiful, sounded magnificent, delivered gobs of addictive power, and handled superbly. But they were also uncomfortable, impractical, and had dubious quality-control which led to a reputation for unreliability. In the SD900, Ducati did a brilliant job of delivering a comfortable, practical, reliable machine which looked beautiful, sounded magnificent, delivered gobs of addictive power, and handled superbly. The seat was low and comfortable even two-up, the (Japanese) switchgear worked properly, there was a sidestand and – shock horror – even an electric start! Such niceties might sound trivial, but they played a big role in catapulting Ducati from being an “enthusiasts-only” marque to a genuine prospect for the everyday rider. This bike of Jamie’s looks like a marvellous, unmolested example, right for the collector or rider.
1960 BMW R60/2 – $25,000 $20,000
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SELLER SAYS: Me and and a mate bought this many years ago to do a full restoration. He has now gone, but I’ve finished the restoration. Everything has been rebuilt, restored, repainted and or replaced with new. The tyres are in need of replacing, but I’ve done everything else. Full internal rebuild of engine and gearbox. Spokes are stainless as are most of the bolts on it, where possible. Starts easily. Have a look. Contact Stephen on 0414 791 961 (Wamboin – Australian Capital Territory)
SELLER SAYS: Honda NSR150 for sale. I found this bike in the back of a shed in 2012. It had been stored there since 2002. The bike had 2005km on the clock. I checked and cleaned it and put into my collection and there are now 2213km on the clock. They were put on over 13 years, looking after the engine. The bike is completely standard as it left the factory and is still on its original tyres. I have the original delivery papers which states that the bike was delivered from Peter Steven’s Motorcycles in Melbourne on the 18/09/2001. I have the owners warranty and service manual and the owners manual, unfortunately the tool kit is missing. These are some of the last two-strokes and are very quick. There are a couple of clips on YouTube showing them at a track day giving the bigger bikes a hard time. Ideal for your collection or man cave. Contact John on 0419 935 488 (Western Australia).
SELLER SAYS: 1972 Suzuki GT750 for sale. Recent front and rear brakes, tyres, etc. Well looked after and very original. Speedo is showing 25,000 miles which I believe to be genuine. I have owned this bike for years and only s elling as I’ve bought a caravan and going travelling. Rego is still current. Roadworthy and all ready to go. Contact Gary on 0487 229 093 (Beerwah – Queensland.)
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1973 Triumph Bonneville T140V- $15,000
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SELLER SAYS: 73 Triumph Bonneville T140v for sale. Classic bike that runs beautifully. Had a pretty decent engine rebuild not so long ago. Set up in a bit of a desert sled style with custom built high pipes and almost new Pirelli adventure tyres. Indicators tidied up with LED’s, LED headlight and new speedo. Looks beautiful and awesome fun to ride. Unsure of actual mileage, but I have only put a couple of thousand easy k’s on her. Comes with 12 months rego. Original pipes, indicators etc have been kept and will come with the bike if you wanted to convert it back to an original. Contact James on 0419 280 244 (Armidale – New South Wales)
SELLER SAYS: This gorgeous bike is an early 1972 Ducati 750GT that was beautifully restored two years ago by a well known Ducati expert in Canada. The engine (#750608) and frame (#750446) have been together since new, and the bike has been ridden less than 1500km since then. The bike has the following specs; Marzocchi leading axle front end, Marzocchi rear shocks, Caswell sealed fibreglass gas tank, rare, original Aprilia headlight, Scarab master cylinder, Borrani alloy rims, brand new (NOS) Conti exhaust, Dynatek ignition, Smiths Ducati instruments, brand new (NOS) 32 PHF Dellorto carbs, Tommaselli Daytona 2C throttle. Included are the original Amal carbs, manifolds, throttle and cables, and the original contact breaker points. The bike is located near Vancouver, Canada. The price of $33,500AUD includes prepping, crating and shipping from the Port of Vancouver to your nearest port. Contact Norm by email at norm.chamberlain@gmail.com (Vancouver, Canada).
1976 Vespa VBB150 – $6,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1976 VBB Vespa. New 150cc motor, less than 100kms. Clean and tidy. Single and dual seats. Phone for details. Contact David on 0404 669 003 (Hackham, Adelaide – South Australia)
2018 Norton Commando 961 Sports – $25,000
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SELLER SAYS: Excellent condition Norton Commando 961 Sports for sale. Comes with R+G Sliders, Quadlock for mobile phone, wired to the ignition. As this bike has sports exhaust fitted & non genuine mirrors, the original exhaust system & mirrors are included in the sale. Contact Retro Moto Co on 08 9336 7590 (Fremantle, WA).
1976 Kawasaki Z1000 – $15,500 SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: Good, strong engine running, riding motorcycle. Have receipts for engine work. Has been on club plates. Can make a great project. Motorcycle to bring back to original condition or just ride it as it is. Eng Z1E112357. Vin Z1F 101876. Contact Len on 0419 xxx xxx SOLD (Umina Beach, NSW)
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1957 BSA Shooting Star – $13,500 ono.
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SELLER SAYS: 1957 BSA Shooting Star for sale. Matching numbers. Full re-build restoration 2018/19. Slight dent in tank. Bike has been used for club rides and displays. Contact Tim on 0402 791 843 (Cairns, Qld).
1965 BSA C15 Trials Cat – $7,500
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SELLER SAYS: 1965 BSA C15 Trials Cat for sale. Restored 2019/20 to original. Frame stripped and painted, seat recovered, new tyres. Engine has not been touched. Has been running but leaking small amount of oil. Contact Tim on 0402 791 843 (Cairns, Qld).
1973 Ducati 750 Sport – $89,000 $79,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1973 Ducati 750 Sport for sale. Ground up nut-and-bolt restoration by Vee Two Australia last year. Best-in-the-world quality restoration by Brook Henry himself. Many new old stock parts (eg carbs, discs, callipers, others too numerous to list). Sachse digital programable ignition. Whole-of-bike VeeTwo Australia warranty. 200km. Contact Bill on 0429 689 114 (Albany, WA).
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: A glorious piece of motorcycle history here, and surely one of the most beautiful bikes ever made. The 750 Sport was released in 1972 and was Ducati’s first twin-cylinder sports bike. It was basically a souped-up 750GT and was the predecessor to the so-called “green-frame” 750 Super Sport of 1974, released in celebration of Paul Smart’s extraordinary race win at Imola in 1972 (read about ithere ). Asking prices for Super Sports have gone mad in the past decade — $300k is no longer unusual, if you can find one — making Bill’s price on this bike seem remarkably reasonable! Apart from its historical pedigree, this bike also has the fingerprints of Ducati guru Brook Henry all over it, a fact that justifies the assertion that this is a best-in-the-world quality restoration. Ducati fans don’t need me to introduce Brook Henry but, for others, Brook runs a business called Vee Two which is globally renowned. (Visit the Vee Two website here .) With Ducati abandoning the L-twin engine for its top-flight sports bikes in recent years (don’t get me started …) these early L-twins can be expected to become increasingly sought after. Just magnificent.
1993 Triumph Daytona 1200 – $9,500
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SELLER SAYS: Two mature owners from new. I have owned it for 6 years, and done less than 2,000 kilometres on it. I don’t make much $, so this has been a slow, and gradual overhaul project. All original parts, incl mufflers (apart from coils, brake pads, battery and brake lines). Comes with unpainted single seat cowl, and Ventura gear bag and rails. I have replaced the coils, fuel tap, light bulbs, fork oil, all fluids, battery, brake pads (now has HH sintered pads), and the starter motor/sprag clutch (less than 1,000km ago). The 90’s Triumphs’ “Achilles heel” has been fixed! (Over $3k spent on these repairs). I have also fitted new tyres, HEL braided brake lines, new fork seals, new carburettor seals, and done a full carby rebuild too; to be ready for sale. ($3k spent on these repairs). $6k plus spent, all up, (excluding purchase price). Registerable as a Classic in every State now. Just turn the key and enjoy classic motorcycling, aboard Triumph’s ‘return to production’ 90’s flagship. Fastest bike in the world upon release. Broke the global gentleman’s agreement of not exceeding 150HP (160) and 300 kph (320!). Contact Andrew at andrew.dods76@gmail.com (Adelaide, SA)
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1984 Yamaha RZ500 – $28,000
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SELLER SAYS: 1984 Yamaha RZ500 for sale. Two-stroke GP replica. Australian-delivered bike in very good condition. Two owners from new. Original fairings and screen. Runs beautifully. For more information contact Brendan on 0403 903 128 (Boronia, Vic.)
1967 BSA Bantam 175 – $5,500
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SELLER SAYS: Owned for 40 years. Correct high top piston.1st rebore. Blinkers fitted. New tyres. Club rego. Contact Garry on 0478 917 333 (Figtree, NSW)
1981 Suzuki GS1000GX – $3,950
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SELLER SAYS: Bike is running, regoed and rideable as is, and tyres are decent. A shaft-driven heavyweight tourer, GS1000G, fitted with a 22 litre (5.8 US gal) tank. Suzuki put a lot of effort and money in developing a shaft drive that didn’t have the negative effect the shafties always had, lifting the rear end when accelerating, and managed quite well. ”It is actually the first shaft-driven motorcycle we have ridden that feels like it was chain driven,” a reporter from a Swedish bike magazine wrote back in the early eighties. Using 37 mm Kayaba air and oil dampened front fork and Kayaba rear shocks, the model had 275mm (10.8 in) twin disc at the front and similar single disc at the rear. The front brake was considered excellent in 1980. Contact Gary on 08 98422914 or at albanymotorcycles.michaell@gmail.com (Albany, WA)
2008 Triumph Sprint ST – $6,000
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SELLER SAYS: Triumph T200 Series. Repairable write-off that has been restored to its former glory. Bike has been put through all the tests and has been registered and licensed. Not sure on the odometer reading but will be available to callers. 1050cc Sport Touring. Roadworthy and has been registered. Contact Susan on 0424 964 478 (Aveley, Perth WA)
1978 Triumph Bonneville 750 – $14,000
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SELLER SAYS: Motor matching numbers. Re-ringed. Head done. Powder coating. Rechrome rims. Stainless steel spokes. Boyer ignition coil. Lucas wiring harness and rectifer. Sprockets and chain, shocks, fork tubes, brake lines and pads, tyres and tubes, switch blocks, master cylinder, air filters, all rubbers etc. Contact Glenn on 0427 991 613 (Banora Point, NSW)
2013 Benelli TNT 1130 R160 – $22,690
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SELLER SAYS: 2013 Benelli TNT 1130 for sale. My Tornado Naked Tre (TNT) 1130 R160 is the last of the Benelli’s built in Italy. 800km. Hidden in this red/black version is a funky, naked, well balanced, agile and extremely flickable motorcycle (because of the wide handlebars), with an awesome powerful engine – 1131 cc 4-stroke 3-cylinder. Following are some specifications of this fantastic naked bike; fuel capacity 17 litres, fully adjustable front and rear suspension, seat height 780mm and claimed top speed of 252kmh. Contact Marylou at mnees154@gmail.com (Adelaide, SA)
2014 EBR 1190 RX – $26,950
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SELLER SAYS: My EBR is absolutely brand new. Hasn’t even been pre-delivered. Just been admired in its stored-away status. Built in Wisconsin USA the 1190 RX is the creation of legendary Eric Buell, so naturally it is fitted with many of his signature designer traits such as the fuel storage and the braking system. This is such an agile, easy-to-ride, hyper sports machine straight out of the box. The handling and grunt of this motorcycle is very impressive. It is powered by Rotax 72 degreee v-twin (like Aprilia & KTM ), engine compression ratio 13.4:1, max power 138kw/185HP @10,600rpm, six speed, liquid cooled, chain driven, dry weight 190kgs, 17 litre fuel capacity and a seat height 820mm. Specific photos of motorcycle will be supplied upon request. Contact Marylou at mnees154@gmail.com (Adelaide, SA)
1979 Ducati 900SS – $75,000 (Sold)
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SELLER SAYS: 1979 Ducati 900SS for sale. This bike has had a ground-up nut and bolt restoration. Zero kilometres since full restoration. Engine build by Desmo HQ, Byron Bay, NSW. Contact xxx SOLD (Queensland)
1999 Suzuki Hayabusa – $13,000
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SELLER SAYS: Copper/Silver, unrestricted. Near new Michelins. Power Commander, 4:1 TiForce hydraulic LH formed Ti zorst. Quick shifter, billet final drive case, clutch mod, billet final drive case (clutch slave cylinder). Adjustable ride height, PAIR removed. New paint and decals just slightly non standard. Seats modified and in Alcantara. All original bits available and extras. Ventura rack and second rack. 65,000km. Forced sale (apparently hard to manage with broken neck, not on this!). Forged alloy wheels. Contact Ian at ian@efreo.com.au (Hilton, Perth WA)
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1973 Norton Commando 850 – $26,000 SOLD
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SELLER SAYS: Reluctantly offering for sale, my Mk2a Commando. Fast and beautiful handling. Total nut and bolt rebuild in 2020 with many enhancements including CNW electric start. Since rebuilding, has completed 6000 fast, trouble-free miles. Wherever possible, stainless steel fasteners have been used. Basic motor specs as follows: Rebored 0.5mm oversize. Wiseco forged pistons. Extra long Carillo rods with DLC gudgeon pins (https://jsmotorsport.com/pistons-and-rods/ ). BSA-style, radiuses cam followers. Lightened and polished rockers. Beehive valve springs with titanium caps. Lightened push rods. Stage 1 cam (https://jsmotorsport.com/camshafts/ ). Black Diamond coated valves. Inlet/exhaust tracts modified to C.R. Axtell profiles. Compression ratio 9:1 (measured). The gearbox has been rebuilt with new bearings, including layshaft roller bearing conversion. Front forks rebuilt with new seals, turcite bushes and modified to improve damping. (For information on engine and fork parts/mods refer: https://jsmotorsport.com/ ). Vernier adjustable Isolastics. Dave Taylor adjustable head steady. SS exhaust header pipes. SS Armours pea shooter mufflers. New Amal Premier Concentric carbs fitted and rejetted to suit rebuilt motor and exhaust. Front brake caliper polished and rebuilt with SS pistons. Braided brake line fitted to front. Front master cylinder sleeved to 13mm. Flanged, alloy rims and SS spokes. Contact 0429 xxx xxx SOLD (Ballarat, Victoria)
EDITOR TERLICK SAYS: When it comes to collectible motorcycles, I’ve always believed the “ones to buy” are the first and last generation of a significant model or technology — the first because they often set a new style or standard or introduced an important technology, and the last because they often represented the pinnacle of that standard or technology before the world moved onto to something else. To me, the Norton 850 Commando was the pinnacle of the long-lived and much-loved British parallel twins, as well as being the end of the iconic Commando name (ignoring the modern ones, of course). And that’s ignoring the fact that they were wonderful bikes! As Glenn says, the 850 was a fast, sweet-handling motorcycle. It was also a beautiful machine that turned heads as much in the 1970s as they do now, with styling that will never be mistaken for anything else. This looks like a marvellous example, with a bunch of appropriate upgrades and enough miles on a rebuilt engine to inspire confidence of a job well done. Lovely.
1976 Triumph 750 Bonneville – $8,500
SELLER SAYS: Runs well. No rattles or leaks. Boyer ignition. New parts fitted include shock absorbers, fork tubes and seals, brake pipes, rear brake master cylinder, rear caliper seal kit, chain, steering head bearings. Contact Bill on 0414 688 725 (Brighton, SA)
Im chasing a 1969 or 1970 Bonneville Maroon over silver MUST BE FULLY RESTORED … properly . There was a couple on Shannons Auction site but that’s now closed down.
We’ll keep an eye out Toby. We suggest you also subscribe to our newsletter, if you haven’t done so already, to keep track of our new listings. There’s a sign-up form on the website. Cheers.
Have sold 450 Ducati
I read Editor Terlick’s comments on the Triumph Trident with great trepidation. As I read of the amazing bike faster and better handing than the jap crap (some of which was true), I was also reminded of an unreliable mechanical disaster. Not happy just to jimmy together a multi part vertically split crankcase, Triumph chose to repeat experimental mistakes made with the top ends of the 500 twins way back when. I rebuilt more Trident top ends than I care to remember mostly with clapped out valve stems and guides at appallingly low mileages (8000 miles). They were also prone to wearing out very expensive camshafts almost as quick as tyres. Add to that the complexity attached to using a dry clutch and readers will easily understand why the score became CB750 10 Trident Nil . The weavy handling Honda just kept going and going while the Trident was waiting for it’s n’th top end or camshafts. I sold my CB750 after many years and untold miles because I had it so long I was bored with it.
I agree with your views on reliability of the Triumphs but had mates with fours that had plenty of problems too. Theres a book written by Bert Hopwood a Triumph designer called “what happened to the british motorcycle industry” he tells of plans for 1200 inline fours and other bikes to compete with the Japanese but the heads at Triumph were stuck in a rut and refused to go away from their ageing designs
My comparison was not intended to imply perfect magical reliability of the Jap offering but rather to suggest that it was a quantum leap ahead of the Trident. 1200 inline fours aside, the point is that the Trident was not an ageing design but a brand new one. The opportunity to start with a pretty clean slate was blown so badly. Rather than even equal the very ordinary reliability of their tired twins, BSA/Triumph managed to make it considerably worse.
Loved my T160 but blew it up anyway!!!!!
Bob
Great site for used bikes. Especially interested in 1963 to 1970 Triumphs.
Couldn’t help but giggle when I saw the ’93 FireBlade that sold recently. Who ever painted it applied the ’92 livery.🤦
Also like to ask site owner if they could put a ‘box’ up, where you could write in your choice of bike you are looking for. It would make it simpler to find these then. If there is one I can’t see it. 👍
Thanks Bob. We can’t create a search box as such, but an old-fashioned ‘Ctrl F’ (as you would use to search a Word document) is a functional alternative. Cheers.
Great bikes for sale and sold here, Just started looking, did not even no about this site all this time. The prices are spot on, (mostly) as well. I love Z1’s and 900ss dukes the bestest! 🏍
For sellers, it is a pretty clumsy affair having to setup or change an advertisement by email. It would be much easier to create and manage an advertisement directly if the site provided some upload and edit tools.
Most buyers would like to see more than one photo, I’m sure.
Used to use your site all the time. Now it’s so hard to navigate even trying to find bikes for sale on opening your page, I’ve just about given up! Go back to an easier navigation!
Hi Mark. Thanks for your comments. We’ve not changed our navigation for ages. What’s causing you grief?
sort by state would be good ….. 🙂
Thanks for the opportunity to have both my Darmah SD900 (sold) and my Yamaha XS2 650 1972 on your site. Great place, great bikes and yes Perth to Bathurst cost $1300 last year. Alan.
Great No-fuss site and supportive service, with hundreds of viewers.
Thanks Guys.
Thousands of viewers actually, Shane — but thanks for the support! 🙂
There are a lot of fantastic machines from an almost forgotten era here. Jeez.. Some prices are just like.. Do you really want to sell this bike? Coz the price is telling me you don’t.
One example is the Honda gl1000 that has been “customed”… $20k??? I’ve got 4 wings…. And mates with immaculate ones.. Original… And one of them consistently wins shows… $15k at best for a pristine K0 example. And I appreciate just how much coin goes into these unique machines… But apologies here…. That ain’t worth $20k!!! Too many zeros on the tag.
Sold Mine Greg.
I can’t believe the prices people are asking for these bikes { tellem there dreaming } or are they accepting lower price.
Hey, that’s the price people are asking and that’s their call, and sometimes people out there looking just haven’t got enough cash – simple as that. Instead of criticising just go out and look out there in the market and don’t compare a restored immaculate bike for a shed find original rat. You may have never done a restoration and realised how much it costs these days compared to even 10 years ago. Cheers.
Fantastic site. Lovely to see the old classics are still alive and looking good. Would recommend this to anyone. Peter is very helpful with everything you need to get your ad up. Thanks heaps mate.
I thoroughly enjoyed looking your site but boy those prices are out of my park. I hope the sellers get the dollars they are asking, but I cant see that GT850 Guzzi hitting $19.500. Still, good luck.
BONG !!!!! Got that wrong didnt I ????
Tell ’em they’re dreamin’.
Nice to look at the bikes for sale, but how do people come up with their ridiculous prices 19,500 for an old v max. If all the old bikes were reduced 50% to what they are really worth in the real world we would see more on the road and their owners would not be so scared about riding them.
I brought my first bike after a forty year gap from riding,750GT 1976. Found it on this great site. Now looking for number two. Love this site, thank you to all concerned for letting us have the pleasure.
Geez, those round cased Dukes are overpriced. Won’t be bought for riding anymore. Museum pieces now.
lol – no they are not, you’re just poor.
Why do so many people think that old British s–tboxes are worth an arm and a leg just because they’re old? Come back to Earth people. Old brit singles can barely get out of their own way and Lucas’s wasn’t called ” The Prince of Darkness” for no good reason let alone having leakey old Amals above high voltage magnetos. I’ve been the victim of that particularly lethal combination so I know what I’m talking about.
I too have been on the rough end of the leaky Anal carb over sparky magneto pineapple. All compounded by a particularly nasty insurance company attempting to intimidate a young bloke still in shock sometime later into paying for a fire damaged service station which didn’t even have a fire extinguisher. Moral of the story – fix the leaky Anal and put an air filter on it. But I digress.
When push comes to shove, any old pusbox is worth what the market will pay for it. Who says a very ordinary early 70’s V8 Falcon whose terminal velocity far outweighed its safety is worth hundreds of thousands? Who says a 70’s bevel Ducrappi is worth 30-50 grand? etc etc
you are so right mate . thank you for telling the truth. makes 2 of us. BERNIE
My apologies. Did I say 30-50 grand. I was thinking of clapped out 750GT’s. By current advertisements I should have said 130-150 grand for a tarted up Sport or SS.
And another thing, do you know what the SS stands for? Not nice, but the TRUTH.
tickle, tickle. ka boom!
Can I swap my first born’s first born for the CB1100R? Because after 40 years, I still won’t be able to afford one.
Me too…………
Good Morning Peter,
Just a thank you for the way my BMW was advertised, very good AD, excellent comments. I had 3 keen buyers the day after the ad was first displayed, one of whom bought the machine. Thanks again,
Mark Henson
My 1975 BMW R90/6 was posted for sale on The Bike Shed Times website on Tuesday 1st October, and on their Facebook page the following Saturday. Four hours after the Facebook post I had a text query from a chap in Victoria (I’m in Perth). By that evening the bike was sold, for very close to my asking price. It was picked up a few days later, and gone! Have to say it’s left quite a hole in my shed – I’d owned it for 42 years. With several texts and calls from the new owner however I’m pretty sure it’s gone to a good home. Very impressive website and service, Peter. The Bike Shed Times is the go-to site for buying and selling proper bikes. Thanks, David.
Thanks Peter. Sold my bike, would recommend to anyone selling a special or rare bike. The Bike Shed Times works; it connects people who are interested in buying, not time wasters. Cheers, Neil
Best bike sales website I have seen. Keep up the good work. Nice to see the motor cycle trade finally arriving in the 21 century.
Listing my bike for sale with Peter was very fuss-free and the advert was outstanding. Highly recommended.
Re: Ducati sidecar outfit.
DJP Sidecars were built originally in Victoria, I had the first extended one, #4, from 1972. I had to travel down to Drouin, I think, to have the sidecar fitted.
With an abundance of “scrambler” and “enduro” road/trail bikes on sale, were can you actualy ride them off road in WA?
Good question, Paul. The short answer comes in two parts; either join a club, or don’t. A club will give you access to organised events (mostly competitive, but not necessarily expert). Or you can do your own thing on public tracks and trails if your bike is road-licensed, on private property if it isn’t, or at one of WA’s designated off-road areas if your bike is registered for off-road use. Learn more here: http://rtra.asn.au/Where/where
Temptation at every click of the mouse!!
F*^%ing fantastic site guys. Love the write ups, the big clear pics and the easy roll down selection. Well done, Im now a regular. Ebay can go find a gumtree
Thanks, enjoying the ride
Tempted to buy the 72 Norton basket case.
Love the Commandos
Great site for rare classics.
Thankyou
John
Love browsing through the ads, so tempted (Ducati 900SS is and always will be my favourite)
Great site. Great bikes. Love it.
I’m saving up to buy everything
I’m a bike nut and love all types of bikes. This site is pure candy store for me. I can sell some and then add to the growing mad collection. It’s great this site exists. It will be hard to stop myself indulging. Cheers, Anthony.
Peter does an excellent job of presenting these machines for sale. We restore old Triumphs to their former glory as a hobby and then pass them on to new owners, we think of it as saving these otherwise neglected classics. I assure you it is not for any financial gain but merely hearing and smelling them when they are running. Keep up the good work Peter — your site has assisted us with selling two bikes now, and your knowledge and input is greatly appreciated.
Bike sold, the ads on here work!
Lots of dream machines in those ads. Pity they are diagonally opposite me in this vast land. Maybe time to look up shipping costs.
Shipping bikes across the country is quite popular at the moment Stan, with most of the traffic seemingly from West to East! I believe there are reputable carriers out there who do Perth-Sydney around the $1,000 mark. Cheers.
bring on the bultaco and montesa . Love the web site will be looking
Some really nice old Triumphs in your line-up. Very impressed with the photos. I am sitting here with itchy fingers. I want all of them!
Love the way your ads are done; thanks for putting my V-Max on there too.
Awesome story on my 1125R Buell motorcycle. Cheers
Glad I found this site — wonderful memories. Makes me want to sell the GS and hook into a classic.
A great look at some lovely classics and sports bikes! with very interesting comments. Nice one.
An old BSA is on my Bucket List (take me back to my youth). Unfortunately the Bucket is empty 😊🙄
Hi Peter, thanks for the photo of my 450 R/T (TS) at York. Great idea the BST. Will spread the word. I share your passion for Ducatis and Guzzis. Hope to see you again.
Thanks John. We appreciate the support. Cheers.
Really nice, and great web site! Lovely machines.
I would love to have each and every one of these bikes, but ….
I have a 1952 BSA Gold Flash. Original condition. Lic. For sale at 10,000 dollars.
All the Gold Flashes had gold paint, if I recall? Great bikes! I’d be happy to have yours on Bikes For Sale Tony!