Evel Knievel’s 1976 Harley-Davidson For Sale
Here is a rare opportunity to own part of Evel Knievel's history. The Harley-Davidson XLCH 1000 used in the movie Viva Knievel! is being offered for the asking price of $150,000. The asking price is…
Tag: vintage motorcycles
This Wild Horse Could Drag Me Away
This cool project from George Woodman is dubbed the Wild Horse. While George works his blend of artistry and ingenuity on larger motorcycles too, his attention to small Japanese motorcycles of the 70's is amazing…
Another Beezer Running When Parked
Man, a whole lot of BSA motorcycles show up during my searches for Running When Parked candidates. Here is another beautiful example. A 1970 BSA Lightning that the owner’s nephew says enjoyed a frame-up restoration…
Husqvarna Miracle Machine Was Running When Parked
This Husqvarna is indeed a miracle machine if it was truly running when parked. That's because careful examination of the photos reveals that the bike does not have a carburetor. Did the rider hold a…
Kings Of Speed – Ascot Raceway 1957 To 1990 Runs Through October 13th – UPDATED
California State University Northridge Art Galleries is presenting an exhibition titled Kings of Speed: Ascot Raceway 1957 - 1990. The exhibit title says all you need to know. If you don't "get it" you are…
Yamaha DT-100E Sun Baked Rust Bucket Running When Parked
This Running When Parked (RWP'ed) looks to be very complete even if all the components appear to have been sun baked for the past 25 years. And those components were probably soaked in salt water…
Harry Klemm’s “The DG Years, 1975-1976” – An 18-Episode Motocross Series
Harry Klemm was standing at ground zero when the Southern California motocross bomb exploded in the 70’s. In addition to being a highly-respected mechanic, engineer and tuner, Harry is a consummate story teller. Reading his…
Harry Klemm’s “The DG Years, 1975-1976” – Episode 1: Understanding The 70s SoCal Motocross Atmosphere
It is said by many long-time motocross enthusiasts that the 1970s were the golden era of USA motocross…in particular the Southern California scene. I’m not wise enough to say whether or not it was a…
Harry Klemm’s “The DG Years, 1975-1976” – Episode 2: My Road into Motocross
In the early ‘70s, I often raced in SoCal amateur road racing. At that time, local road racing was a sport that moved at exactly the same relentless pace as the amateur motocross world. The…
Harry Klemm’s “The DG Years, 1975-1976” – Episode 3: Getting a Foot in the Door
My Riverside California 125-pro buddy Rick Stout and I took the 40-mile drive to the DG headquarters to meet with Gary. After the initial introduction, Gary was not too impressed with me. Then my friend…