1951 VINCENT RAPIDE Series C pulled out of long term storage This is a very rare example of a Touring specification Rapide.
It has been stored for the better part of the last 30 years inside. The engine turns over and has compression. No attempt has been made to start the bike. It is a matching numbers bike -see photos of the UFM (upper frame
member), RFM (rear frame member) and engine being 1900 numbers apart. The right engine case has been replaced at some time during its history. It is missing the speedo and rear stand, and the fenders are incorrect, but it is otherwise complete. The correct Miller generator is included with the bracket-see photo.
This motorcycle was originally supplied to Indian Sales Corp. of San Francisco in May, 1951 according to factory records. It is a touring specification with raised handlebars, steel fenders, 19" front and 18" rear wheel. Tires are a Firestone front and Dunlop rear with lots of tread, however, they are older and must be replaced prior to any road use. This bike could
be used as-is cosmetically, however it would benefit from a restoration. The paint is original on the frame. The red tank and fender paint is shiny but has flaws. The headlight lens is cracked.
Sharp eyes may notice the left rear brake drum is from a Black Shadow-no big deal, but I thought I'd point it out. If you have any questions, please ask.
Used 1951
A very clean and well running 45 bobber built on a 38 -39 chassis with a 42wla engine and tranny.
Engine: 1942 WLA +.060 overbore flywheels up rebuilt. engine cases (matching #), and rods set lapped and fitted properly. new flywheel shafts, rod bearings, crank pin, valves, guides rebuilt oil pump heads are #5 and have a couple of broken fins.
No broken fins on cylinders carb is Linkert M88 totally rebuilt with a " rubber ducky" float assembly and doesn't leak fuel. Stock fuel filter with additional screen in gas tank. rebuilt Fairbanks Morse magneto ignition Transmission: stock 3 speed rebuilt using all HD parts, 3 bolt mount style with third bolt made into a drain plug.
tight and dry Engine has 33T sprocket with new primary and drive chains. Clutch is stock Chassis: 1938 - 1939 two bolt tranny mount uncut and stock the only mods made on the build is the foward seat mount and the clutch cable mount which had been removed stock uncoated tanks running the 1/4 NPT later style petbird on fuel side - no leaks. Oil tank
is solid with no drips. rear fender is a modified front fender off an FLH taillight is a custom 30's Ford type two bulb unit with a vintage glass lens 12 volt chassis power with battery eliminator and solid state regulator stock pre 41 brakes, check out the rear pedal assembly front wheel is HD 19" alloy, rear is 18" alloy both run smooth and true with new Dunlop tires lighting is ZEP spots and horn is original Harley seat is original WWII tandem handlebars are modified panhead bars with original factory grips Notes: This machine is a pleasure to ride.
She cranks easily and runs smooth. Primary drops its usual oil, of course, but the rest of the drive line is tight and dry.
Used 1938 150 miles
1974 Ducati 750 Sport This bike was bought by the previous owner in 1975 with 1,300 miles on it.
The bike has some minor upgrades to its electricals and mechanicals. It also includes a GT seat, tank and bar adaptor kit as pictured. Nice and very strong Bike!
Used 1974 Ducati 750 10,000 miles
1940 Harley-Davidson EL knucklehead motorcycle for sale.
Matching original 1940 knucklehead cases with nice original VIN. Has original 5 fin cylinders and small port heads, I think one is a '39 and the other is '36/'37. Has on old repair on the left case that looks solid and could be dressed up and probably not noticeable, but thankfully does
not affect the VIN like so many broken short rib cases had. I have not tried to start the bike and have left it as I found it. Nice looking bike from back in the day, but not all original. Looks like a very nice later 1940s frame that appears to be uncut! I do have an old chrome original beehive taillight housing i'll include with the sale.
Would be a good bike for someone to get an affordable pre-war knucklehead that you can work on as you ride it and find all the correct parts for over the years. Has a rare springer rod stabilizer I was tempted to rob for my other bike.
Used 1940 Harley-Davidson Touring 99,999 miles
I bought the Indian Chief from Butch Baer (son of the first Indian dealer) in 2013.
It was converted to 12 volts and restored when I bought it. I bought the bike to ride, so I installed a shift kit to convert it to left-hand shift/right-hand throttle like a modern bike and I added some LED bulbs to make the tail and brake lights brighter. I
have the original parts and will include those in the sale. One photo shows the bike with the original right-hand jockey-shifter installed. It can be converted back in about an hour.
Used 1946 Indian Chief 999,999 miles
FOR SALE THIS INDIAN CHIEF IN ORIGINAL CONDITION.
RUNS STRONG. LAST ON THE ROAD IN THE 80s. THIS IS A REALLY COOL OLD PERIOD RIDER. THE SEAT AND FRONT LIGHTS LOOK TO BE NEWER REPRODUCTIONS. THANK YOU
Used 1944 Indian Chief 2,260 miles, Black
This is a true survivor , 5923 mile, 1978 Kawasaki Z1R.
All original parts, nothing re-popped at all. This motorcycle runs as good as it looks. It was sorted out by a Kawasaki Master Mechanic, and is very road worthy. It runs like a Seiko watch, perfectly. New fluids, New Tires, with Kawasaki Vintage weights, carbs cleaned, forks seals replaced,
fuel gauge works, self cancelling turn signals as well. Includes 2 Lion head keys, one is excellent, the other looks its age. This bike is far from perfect, and has some patina.
Used 1978 Kawasaki Z 5,923 miles
1949 Harley Davidson EL Panhead 1st year Hydra-Glide in Congo Green Paint.
Bike was pro restored, including complete engine rebuild w/1,577 miles since. Bike is tank shift 4 speed, foot clutch, kick start, 6 volt, Linkert carb. Bike is mostly original parts, speedometer is replica. Bike runs and operates as it's suppose to. Look at the pictures this Pan is authentic and beautiful. Bike is matching engine case to title, bellies are matching, see pic 9. Bike comes with a free clear title.
Used 1949 Harley-Davidson E 1,577 miles, Green
1949 EL PANHEAD RIGID FRAME with Springer Front End- Titled as a 1949 EL Panhead- Original Frame, Motor Transmission- Aftermarket Springer Front End 5-Gallon gas tanks- Motor rebuild with 1,634 miles- This bike was built to be ridden, and is easy to ride- Clean Title.
Used 1949 Harley-Davidson E 1,634 miles
For sale due to change in interests is my 1972 Kawasaki H2 750 with 755 miles on the clock since re-build The bike is in showroom condition with the restoration being based on the bike being a occasional weekend rider and show bike.
Below are some of the specs and parts of the build. -Engine Tony Nicosia King Cobra 120HP ported and bored by
Tony Nicosia with new Wiseco pistons. -Engine vapor blasted, polished and rebuilt by Restocycle -New rebuilt crank by Charlie Smith used in engine rebuild. -Ralf Schipmann clutch-Carbs rebuilt by Mark Speaight (Ivan âs jet kit installed)- petbird rebuilt and converted to âTrue Off â by Mark Speaight-New TNT pipes-Lakeland CDIâs installed in original boxes-body work painted by LRC (hand painted graphics).
Tank lined. -Frame and black metal items power coated by Hill coatings -Original wheels re-chromed by Ramos plating, and NOS spokes installed. All nuts, bolts re-plated chromed at same time. -Gauges rebuilt by Bob Harrington-New wiring loom-New tires -Matching frame/engine numbers Clear title.
Used 1972 Kawasaki H 755 miles
1964 Harley-Davidson î Duo-Glide FLH Panhead with matching numbers.
Collectors grade! Runs great and in excellent condition! Accessory Heel-Toe Shifter. Jubilee Horn. 1 Kick Start, Period-Correct Fishtail Mufflers. This Harley-Davidson was repainted in red/white and performed other maintenance. Clean title.
Used 1964 Harley-Davidson FLH 208 miles
This beautiful H2 was restored to ride and enjoy.
The frame was powder coated and new paint and polishing everywhere. The frame tag was destroyed by the powder coat. The original stamp matches the title and goes with the engine number. What you see in the pictures is a very clean bike retaining most of its original parts. The bike has been in
my collection since 2010 in a climate controlled facility. Since I have owned the bike the seat was rebuilt, powder coating the base, new foam, and new seat cover. Recently the fuel tank has been flushed, serviced carburetors, rebuilt fuel valve and added a new battery. The motor runs extremely well. This bike is ready to enjoy.
Used 1972 Kawasaki H 13,979 miles, Blue
I built the bike to be a good rider instead of a restored show bike so the frame paint is rough but still has its original stickers.
The body paint is show quality with RBâs graphics. The engine was rebuilt by the previous owner with fresh crank and top end. It has about a thousand miles on the rebuild now. The oil injection system is present
and working. I replaced the clutch release mechanism with a low effort Ralf Gillie unit and a new clutch cable. I run a Pingel fuel tap so no leaks and has positive shutoff. In the past year I replaced the tires, and installed a heavy duty chain with new countershaft sprocket.
I rebuilt the front brake caliper with new seals and a stainless piston, and new pads. All of the lights, signals etc work as they should. The bike has a new low speed coil, CDI unit and regulator, all from Jim Hobbs at Lakeland Electronics. No sense in riding around on 50 year old ignition components when new better parts are available. The manky old originals are included with the bike. The center stand has been
modified so it actually works properly, and I installed a longer side stand so the bike doesn ât lean way too far over. The stock side stand is included. The swingarm is powder coated with new brass bushings to replace the stock plastic parts.
The bike still has its original chain oiler and âmade in Japan â spark plug holder. The bike starts easily with choke and runs very well. Clean and clear title.
Used 1972 Kawasaki H 15,387 miles, Blue
1953 Harley Davidson K Model.1953 Harley K Harley.
45Cubic inch / 750cc Looks and runs great starts in three kicks two with the ignition off and one with it on. Since Iâve owned this beautiful machine, I have replaced the exhaust including the muffler, seat, speedometer (speed registers but the odometer is stuck), horn (the horn was still
in the original Harley box from 1952, and I still have it), pogo stick seat mount, points, condenser, wiring harness, battery, voltage regulator, exhaust clamps, fork seals rear shock covers, tires, center stand and much more. All electrics work (lights, hi and low beam, horn and oil and ignition lights).
There is some pitting on the front original rim. Engine has matching belly numbers. The bike was serviced recently. This bike is always garaged and covered. It âs never been dropped or ridden in the rain. Clean title.
Used 1953 Harley-Davidson K 9,999 miles
This 1951 EL Panhead is an authentic, vintage, Harley Davidson Chopper.
It also has many period correct " chopper era" parts. This engine was rebuilt beautifully before the longtime owner had health issues and then the bike was put away and stored for several years after his death. Once acquired, two new coils and a new battery were
added by LIVE FREE CYCLES, I rebuilt the carb, and this thing has run beautifully for me. I HAVE THE ENGINE REBUILD SHEET, explaining the engine re-builder used an H-cam, Andrews gears, installed Rockers, did a valve job, new guides. and several receipts which show the effort the previous owner had put into the engine and overall maintenance.
" It is so rare to find an engine done beautifully which is not in need of being torn down. With that said, it is a 69 year old bike and will require some periodic maintenance. (like any bike really) I always want to be honest and I would never intentionally mislead a seller. So please don't buy this bike and think you are not used to a vintage,
kick-start, suicide clutch, jockey-shift chopper. This is the best running PANHEAD, I have ever owned and the most fun to ride. The tires have great tread but the rear tire is showing some dry rot.
I ride old bikes with old tires but I always tell people the truth, aim to give an accurate description of what I am selling, so you may want new tires for your own reassurance and safety. This bike really is solid and while it is a Harley, it doesn't leak more than a drop or have issues with sumping. The lights work, has a horn. With that said, it is a '51 frame, '51 transmission, STD dual-plugged heads, and what I believe are original or period correct tanks. That along with history of this bike being the previous owners pride and joy, this chopper was done TIGHT, and RIGHT.
Used 1951 Harley-Davidson E 99,999 miles