So I found a bunch more cool bikes from this weekend on Craiglist in Portland, Oregon. I guess the good weather is bringing them out. I guess I’m just sucking wind a bit with the Kawi leaking and not being able to ride the Speed Triple, so here goes.
First up is a sweet looking 1981 Honda CBX. Always liked these.
I’m selling my beautiful 1981 Honda CBX. 21k miles. I just cleaned the carbs completely so it idles and runs like it should.
I’ve had it stored in my garage the last 7 years, and rolled it out occasionally to start it, wash it and stare at it. Brand new paint on tank and side covers, with painted stripes and early style decals.
I have the original Hondaline hard bags painted to match and all of the associated mounting hardware, as well as the original Honda exhaust (with rust holes). I think I have some case guards and sissy bar as well.
No front fairing. Otherwise complete, unmolested original condition. A beautiful example of a 30 year old legend.
Next up, a very cool 1999 Cagiva Gran Canyon. I always dug these bikes. Too bad Ducati, Cagiva, et all stopped making them like this. Now we get the new $15000 Multistrada or 1200GS. No thanks.
RARE OPPORTUNITY TO OWN ONE OF THE SEXIEST, FUNNEST, BEST HANDLING BIKES EVER BUILT!!!!!!!
The Gran Canyon is the ultimate Duel sport/Touring machine created by motorcycle design legend CAGIVA of Italy.
It is powered by the famous, bulletproof Ducati 900 Twin . This is the same motor used in the 900 Monster and the Duc 900ss.
This bike is an on/off road touring bike similar to the BMW GS, Triumph Tiger or the Suzuki V-Strom., but possesses style and handling that is unmatched by any of them. This bike is also the most fun city/motard machine you will ever ride. Seriously!
All parts and service are readily available in Portland or online. There is also a Cagiva Gran Canyon Yahoo group that is a great source of info and support.
1999 Cagiva Gran Canyon
904cc
Very recent service including all fluids,valve adjust,air filter,new plugs. [have receipt from Moto Corsa]
13,800 miles
Michelin Anakee tires 70%
Givi mono key hard bags with Givi expandable cordura top bag.
Always garaged and comes with full cover
And now for Triumph’s take on the same thing…a 1999 Triumph Tiger 955. Very cool bike and holly cow you just can’t beat this price. He needs a good copy writer, though. Hate it when they list specs instead of talking about the bike.
For Sale $2,800
1999 Tiger Triumph
This Bike has less than 26,000 Miles on it and is in good shape for being almost ten years old. Large tank will take you many miles between refills. Imagine driving to work whole month without stopping for gas.
This is a Tall Bike buyer should be at least 6’ tall
Comes with:
? Tank bag
? Outdoor cover
? One helmet
? Custom seat (very comfortable for long rides)
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine Type Liquid-cooled, DOHC, in-line 3 cylinder
Capacity 855cc
Bore/stroke 76 x 65mm
Compression ratio 11.2:1
Fuel system Multipoint sequential EFI
Throttle bodies 41mm diameter
Transmission
Primary drive Gear
Clutch Wet, multi-plate
Gearbox 6-speed
Ignition Digital-inductive type via electronic
Headlight 2 x 12V 60/55W halogen H4
Wheels Front: alloy 36-spoke, 19″ x 2.5″
Rear: alloy 40-spoke, 17″ x 4.25″
Tires Front: 110/80 x 19
Rear: 150/80 x 17
Suspension Front: 43mm telescopic forks
Rear: rising rate mono-shock
Brakes Front: 2 x 310mm discs, 2-piston calipers
Rear: Single 285mm disc, 2-piston caliper
Dimensions
Length 2175mm (85.6in)
Width 860mm (33.8in)
Height 1345mm (52.9in)
Seat height 840-860mm (33.1-33.8in)
Wheelbase 1550mm (61.0in)
Weight (dry) 215kg (474lb)
For more information or to test drive.
Moving on, we have a sweet 1974 Yamaha RD350. Gorgeous bike and ready to be whatever you need it to be. This guy at least took the time to write about it. Nice.
1974 Yamaha RD350
This bike was abandoned in an old work shop. It was torn down to the frame and completely rebuilt. I have applied for a Washington State title and it is registered in Washington State. It shows no signs of ever being in an accident. It has taken 2 years to restore to its present state. It starts with 1 kick and runs like new. Here’s a partial list of work done.
New pistons and rings, both 1st oversize – resealed oil pump as precaution, used cable and
adjusted per factory- bottom end and rods are good. New small end bearings, all associated gaskets, heads cleaned, etc.
Front forks disassembled, cleaned, correct 4.9oz. 10-30 fork oil, painted silver lowers and clear coated,, fork seals caps and inner fork tubes are new. Front brake master cylinder was renovated, replaced a collapsed line, pads ok, good squeeze at your hand- new rear shoes and adjusted properly.
Good chain cleaned and soaked in transmission fluid- rear swing arm lubed with swepco moly, polished out scratches on rear brake plate, etc.- all chassis bearings front and rear are good.
The gas tank was cleaned with Rustco, the petcock was cleaned – the seals are good, screen is in place..
Headlamp ears were replaced and painted to match. The oil tank is original, and has reproduction graphics from Canada. The paint job looks great from 3 feet away but up close there are imperfections (ripples) visible in the clear coat. Since I wanted a rider and not a show bike I left it at that. The clear coat could be buffed out.
The down pipes were re-plated. Right muffler has a little acid stain. I replaced both baffles with new Original Equipment. The rear fender is perfect for age, tail light bracket is pitted, the stator and regulator were replaced with a new electronic unit that’s guaranteed for life from Oregon Motorcycle Parts.
The speedometer and tachometer are new Original Yamaha units. The original speedo showed 18,000 miles.
The left and right handlebar switches are both new Yamaha units. It has a new sealed battery and the charging system functions as per factory specs. New Redwing shocks. These have been popular aftermarket upgrades for the RDs. Many hours cleaning and straightening the wheels, new tires tubes and rim strips.
Carbs cleaned up well, no corrosion in bowls, all correct jets, new float valves and fuel level seat. New intake rubber – adjusted, and synchronized. New K&N filter in stock air box. The oil pump to carb lines are new.
The seat was ruined, I had a good pan, and a new HVC cycle cover that has a very original seat pattern. It was difficult to install but looks and works well.
This bike is a clean and reliable runner. The current mileage since the rebuild is 551 miles.
Now for one of my all-time favorites. A very sweet Norton Commando 850. This I’d give up both my bikes to own and ride. A serious piece of history and a gorgeous bike.
This 1974 Norton 850 Commando is being sold as a completely rebuild motorcycle.
ALL REASONABLE OFFERS CONSIDERED!
DETAILS:
1000 miles since restoration. Speedometer shows 9,276 original miles.
This 1974 Norton 850 Commando came without any mirrors or turn signals. I purchased New Old Stock (NOS) mirrors and turn signals from Old Britts in Washington state and installed them on this bike. I replace the tyres that came on this Norton with a set of “period” tyres. See photo
This Norton has about 1000 miles on a completely rebuilt engine and transmission. I don’t have any documentation to this fact other then British Sport Cars telling me this is true. My mechanic also believes this Norton’s engine and transmission were rebuilt but can not tell exactly what was replaced and what new components were used in the rebuild.
I have replaced the Boyer ignition and stock coils with a Power Arc Ignition System. I have also replaced the stock Amal carburetors with a set of JRC 32 mm carburetors.
New Odyssey battery sealed battery.
This Norton starts on the first or second kick! Every time….. Even when its below 35 degrees F. This Norton idles very well and does not stall.
It runs very smooth and I have had it up to 80 mph without any abnormal vibrations or shimmies. This Norton has tons of torque!
Transmission shifts very smoothy and have not experienced any “false neutrals”.
Front and rear brakes work perfectly for a motorcycle of this vintage.
Front and rear suspension works perfectly. It is currently setup for a 200 lbs rider and no passenger.
All hardware and bushings appear to be new. There is no rust or signs of aging on any of these or any of the Norton’s components.
The seat is in perfect condition.
All lights and electricals work perfectly. The charging system works perfectly. All the wiring has been replaced with NOS components.
Speedometer and tachometer work perfectly.
PLEASE LOOK HERE FOR MORE PHOTOS AND DETAILS!
http://pakbikes.net/74NORTONCOMMANDO/74NORTON850.html
Here’s another Triumph. A newer Bonneville that looks especially sweet in gloss black. This is the newest one I’ve lasted after in a while. A 2005 Bonnie. Some choice upgrades and a definite beauty.
2005 Triumph Bonneville
10,600k miles
$5000 OBO
Single owner, dealer maintained
Norman Hyde Exhaust, tuned at Cascade Motor Classics
Hepco and Becker locking/water proof hard luggage and rack
Triumph windshield, tank badges and fork gators.
This bike has never been down and has been garaged every winter.
And for the last bike of this very lengthy post, let me turn your attention to a lovely 1979 Yamaha RD400. They don’t get much nicer looking than this–at least as cafe bikes go.
Show quality with only 4100 miles. Very quick and politically incorrect. Everything works; hogs the attention wherever it goes! DG pipes, drilled rotors, braided lines, rear sets..
Thanks for looking all. Hopefully I’ll get past this soon. Until then, at least there’s Craigslist.
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