Congratulations to @broughsuperior and their awesome 1936 BroughSuperior SS80 for getting the most likes in our Motorcycles car show.
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My bike is a 1985 Yamaha RZ500.
I bought it new in 1985 and put about 30,000 kilometers on it. It's in excellent condition. There are many 4 stroke motorcycles with more power, but the power band on this bike is extremely explosive and peaky. It's a very exciting bike to drive and it gets your adrenaline running.
I didn't have much time to drive it as I got older. The lack of riding kept the bike in excellent condition. Also I live in Toronto Canada and winter in long and cold. It's not motorcycle weather.
Hope you like my bike.
2030 Harley Davidson Firefighter Special residing in the greater Pensacola FL area. The picture of the tank shows what appears to be a rusted bolt. These were welded to steel building girders for cement to adhere to, the bolts were fractured from the the building and lay all over 911 Ground Zero. At the bottom of the tank is a square piece of metal with barley visible "911 - 343". the 343 being the number of NYC firefighters killed. This metal was the exterior shins of World Trade Center 1 or 2. This has become, in my mind, a tribute to all of those that perished that day. People are drawn to this machine and I point out these artifacts, saying its not about me nor the bike, its about "Never Forget"!
My 1936 BroughSuperior SS80 In Akron Ohio about 1968.
About 25 years ago I was trying to relive my youth and on the hunt for a 60’s Triumph Bonneville 650. Found the bike I wanted and the owner started it and I thought I’m going home with this bike. I got on the bike and couldn’t kick start it to save my life. After a few tries I reluctantly took a pass. About a week later I’m driving to work and see this yellow bike for sale in a homeowners yard. It had electric start and it was about $1500 cheaper than the Triumph. I bought it from the original owner with all the books and tools. It’s a 1977 Honda CB 400F. Currently it has 17,000 miles and never been restored. I ride it only a few times a year. It leaks a little gas at first but then goes away and it still runs beautifully without ever touching the carbs in all these years. I’m sure it’s worth many times more than what I paid but I just can’t sell it because I’ll never have another Motorcycle.
1951 bsa d1 bantam located in Tucson AZ original paint fun little bike gets a lot of looks. This little jewel was a ebay find at 125cc she is no speed demon but is a real blast to ride.
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Original paint. Obtained from widow of original owner.
Madjack
Wildfire , 2010 bobber built by American Classic Motors to please me ! 88" rev tech motor , seat by Roberto customs , Texas
I kinda' got a thing for 6 cylinder bikes.
1998 Honda Valkyrie, 50k miles. Only bike I ever bought new.
Another 98 Valkyrie, 135k on this one. Bought it with over 100k intending to flip it - about 5 years ago!
And my 1981 CBX. Wife's gift to me for our 25th anniversary!
My 1951 Vincent Touring Rapide. All original paint. I acquired in in 1982. Very reliable ride.
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Original Paint. Obtained from widow of original owner. Miami, FL . $$$
This is my 1975 Norton commando I bought new when I was 15 years old. I have all the original paperwork including the newspaper ad!
1971 Honda 500 Four in the Redwoods and along the Lost Coast in Northern California. There are many great roads to explore by motorcycle in Humboldt County.
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"Honey", my 2002 Fat Boy and "Chyna", my 2012 V-Rod at https://www.youtube.com/whatsupbob
Original paint. 90 degree V-twin. $$$
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This is my 1972 Norton Commando Roadster 750.
It came into my possession from a friend as a sad pile of parts after a crash.
Through my work as a transporter for Colorado Norton Works I got motivated to bring the bike to life. Along with Matt of CNW, we worked out a plan and here's the result:
Many, many upgrades......here are a few:
Engine has been balanced and blueprinted.
Primary drive has been converted to belt drive
Carburation by two Keihin 35mm FCR
Electronic ignition by Tri Spark
Front brake converted to disc brake with Brembo caliper
Original 7000 mile bike. Purchased from estate of good friend and fellow 650 fanatic after 26 years displayed in his family room. Was
This is my 1997 Harley-Davidson FLSTS Heritage Springer. It exemplifies everything that defines the American-made classic H-D: chrome, leather, conchos, sounds, smells, retro "springer" front suspension. All the accessories are genuine H-D. The previous owner replaced the fishtail exhaust with Screamin' Eagle pipes to pick up a few more horsepower. Not the fastest bike around but a great fun cruiser which has done the Route 66 run from Chicago to Santa Monica and got looks all the way. Cheers!
2001 BMW R1100 RT hoping to do some serious traveling across USA
The one that got away. I've had several HD's, but my 2004 Road King Classic is the one that really stirred my soul.
I have wanted a Harley for a long time but I wanted one I could wrench myself. No computer fuel injected stuff. After years of trying, I finally convinced my wife to let me get one. I found a 58 panhead that had sat for years. I rebuilt it to ride. I wanted a rideable bike. It has primary belt, 12 volt alternator. electric start. Signals, Leds lights. It rides great. Diehard Pan guys critized the changes I made but it is my bike. I have done everything myself except paint.
I want to insure my bike with you with all my cars but you don't do that in Canada
2003 Springer Softail 100th Anniversary. Lots of extra chrome, custom paint with ghosted anniversary logo, custom tank and seat.
1964 Bridgestone Surfrider 7 or bs7d this is a deluxe model that has 3k miles and is 12 volt with ele. start and winkers what they called turn signals it has won many awards at bike shows and people flip out when they see it and its one rare bird or surf bird for sure..from ron l. in ft.myers fl.
This is my 69 Kawasaki H1 500. I bought it new when I was just 16 years old. Finally restored it in 2015-2016. Won Best in Class at Ironstone Concours d'Elegance in2016. Wayne Carini was there and he said "I love your motorcycle!"
Merrill Vanderslice 
I purchased my Red Smoke Metallic 1978 BMW R100S on October 7, 1978....42 years ago! The June 1978 edition of Cycle Magazine had a feature article about the "big twin" from Germany, and I was instantly hooked.
This is a 100% original bike (not restored) and has 24K miles on the clock.
I still enjoy riding the many scenic roads in N. California, especially along the coast.
This is my 1977 Harley XLCR, which I purchased new. The photo was taken late last year just after I finished reassembly from a complete “refreshing” of the bike.
My bike is a 2017 Honda NC700XD. I downsized from my Honda ST1300 and have never looked back. This bike has Honda's DCT (dual clutch transmission), that I absolutely fell in love with. If you try it, you will never want to go back to a standard clutch again! Very flickable and loads of fun!
I bought this 1982 GL 1100 with sidecar in October, 1992, a few months before my daughter was born. I had the idea to take her school 5 years later in the s/c, walking in with her own helmet...coolest kid in school. It never happened; my wife never agreed with my plan. But I kept the bike anyway.
I did sell it once, and then bought it back a few years later. I have since taken each of my kids on long rides, weekends away from home. I consider it my 'family bike', along side my 'sport bike', as in family car and sports car. .... Philly, PA
