The annual gathering of motorcycle riders who have no idea what cams or valves are and intentionally mix oil with their gas took place today in the parking lot of Advanced Motion Controls in Camarillo, California. The sun shined down (and I’m sure Daniel was enjoying the event from his Heavenly perch), the blue smoke permeated the air and the unmistakable ring-ding exhaust symphony filled the ears.
Jimmy Mac’s Best In Show: I would love to own this 1966 Bultaco 250cc Metralla with its factory racing kit that included the amazing tank/seat combo. The stock Metrallas were pretty trick but the racing kit took the bike to the next level. Please, click on any photo to enlarge.
Fast Friends: A cool photo of three buddies on their Kawasaki Triples in 1974.
Still Friends: The bike from above has been updated a bit and is still on the road, showing modern motorcycle riders the speed and acceleration that these triples were known for.
Speaking of Triples: This beautiful Mach III was parked in the spectator area on the way into the show. The owner even left the key in it. Talk about temptation!
Catalog Purchase: The Allstate Compact was sold through the Sears, Roebuck Catalog for $269.95. The catalog claimed the Compact got 100 miles per gallon out of its 3.8 horsepower engine. The seat alone gets my vote. Perfect for riding your sweetie to the A&W drive-in.
Ultra-Rare and Plated: This 1987 Yamaha RZ 250R was never imported into the United States by the U.S. importer making it a rare find. The bike is for sale and it is California plated (not an easy thing to do). No asking price was listed but you can call (818) 914-8707.
Bill of Sale: So cool when the owner has documentation next to their bike. This 1973 Yamaha YZ250 was purchased on October 6, 1973 (so it was almost a non-current) from Van Nuys Cycle, INC. on Van Nuys Boulevard. Price…$1,494.94 out the door.
Sun Shine on the Buffalo: I’ve told you before. The Suzuki water-cooled 750cc triple-cylinder two-stoke (center) was an amazing motorcycle that was a pleasure to ride in the canyons or on a multi-day trek.
Too Much Monkey Business: This immaculate Honda Elsinore was brought back to life by Monkey Smart Motorcycle Restorations, (805) 443-5108.
Running When Parked to Museum: This is what Monkey Smart started with to produce the above bike. Nice job.
Mini-Cycles Galore: The owner of this collection may have got his hand in front of the camera but I had to show my buddy Norman this collection. Told the owner I had a friend who would want them all. His wife said with a smile, “Have him contact us.”
Got Ya Covered: These are the mini-cycles you can’t see in the above photos. One very sweet collection.
Farm League: The Hodaka Super Rat introduced a generation to the joys of off-road racing. Be it desert, motocross, scrambles, and yes, even flat track, this bike probably created more future champions than any other motorcycle.
