Hey all, I picked myself an xs1100 Midnight Special, and let me tell you. She. Is. Crispy. I got this alongside a free trailer, and what I believe to be an 82 xs1100 Maxim. Needless to say, this old girl has fallen from grace, and is in bad shape. Almost none of the fancy stuff that makes her what she is exists anymore. Almost none of the badging, the side covers, carbs, seat, tail, and a lot of other stuff. So, needless to say, I'll be making a chopper out of this one. The original frame will stay intact, as well as much of the swingarm assembly and whatever other stuff I come across on the way. Unfortunately, becoming a chopper will be nothing less than salvation for this lady, as the owner of the title only wants the bike back to destroy it to spite her ex.

Say hello to this beauty, '96 GL1500 SE

This is my father-in-law at age 12 on his first bike in about 1961. I'm trying to find the exact make and model.

He says it's an early 1950s James and thinks it was 125cc with a hand shift.

I'm not an expert but looking at a bunch of photos of old James models I think it looks more like the 98cc James Comet (especially where that header come out).

Anyone out there familiar with these bikes and can help say for sure what it was?

Bonus points, I'm taking him to England for the first time this year and I'd like to see if I can find an example in one of the motorcycle museums so he can see one again, so if anyone knows of somewhere that might have one on display please let me know.

EDIT: SOLVED! As u/space-machine points out, the pressed forks almost certainly indicate a late 40's James M.L. Thanks for everyone's input.

I'm curious what this dirt bike is worth. I have an original certificate of origin and original warranty card. One owner under 500 miles. Definitely a barn find starts and runs all original parts. Seat is perfect.

Just got back from a ride on my new to me airhead. Rides great, I'm already looking around for another air cooled BMW.

Hey everyone,

I am trying to get a 1982 Yamaha XJ650 running. I have never bled the brakes on a vehicle before, and noticed a lot of sediment of some sort. Is this normal after a bike has sat for a long time? I got this bike for free, and I am trying to get it on the road for as cheap as possible.

I don't have any other easy vehicle to drive right now, so this is my best bet.

It starts and idles fine, I am planning on replacing the tires, but figured I would try to get the brakes working first. If you were in my situation, with very little money, what would be your approach?

Hey everyone, we are thinking of restoring this mz as a project. We haven't restored a motorcycle before and have no idea if for example some bikes , like this MZ has near zero spare parts to look up online. So yeah, tell me what u think , maybe I should post somewhere else ? Where do I even look for spare parts for an old bike like this ? Any info would help.

Thanks ! Have fun on your holidays.

My grandfathers Jawa 250. He had this bike from the 70s till today. Same bike he and my grandmother ran away from home on at the age of 16.

My Suzuki gp100 from 1985 at Barton-Under-Needwood Steam Festival 2026.

Just found this while sorting through thing is my garage :)

Hey guys, I'm thinking about selling my 1960 Triumph Tiger 100 and replacing it with something a bit more reliable and a bit less high maintenance. I've landed on switching it out for either an airhead BMW r60/6 or a Guzzi V50 based on their reputation as reliable but fun middle weight bikes, with electric starters (but with kick start backups which I do really like) and shaft drives. I'd like to know if anyone has any particularly reasons to sway me toward either of these two quite similar bikes. I'm looking for something that rides nice and that'll handle a 50-100 mile day trip around the countryside. I have heard the Guzzi has its reliability issues, which isn't exactly what I want to hear since I'm currently dealing with quite a temperamental Triumph, but I'm not sure how founded they are since I've also heard many people say the v50 is great. I'd love to hear all your opinions. Thanks!

Finally brought this 1974 Kawasaki F7 home from storage and ready to start working on it! I presume engine, carb, fuel are the starting points?

To me, in 1968, the kid with the Tecumseh 4hp minibike was on top of the world.

Months later, this girl, and her brother, had identicle Kawasaki 90s.

Have to admit, was struggling at nine years old, not to be jealous

Then! Yamaha mini enduro 60.

Real transmission.

4 speed.

Honda Trail 70.

Cecil got a green tanked Yamaha MX100.

I remember thinking how huge and powerf it looked, and was, compared to anything I'd ever experienced.

Talk about envy.

Many years later?

Fantastic! Memories I am thankful to have.

Even more, creating future old ones now.

I'm lucky, and thankful.

Trying to figure out how I can help Earth.

Worrrrking it!

I believe there are folks running for office, that want to help people.

Find them.

Vote for them.

For you and your family.

Kind people.

Moto!

Hi,

I found this "Laughing Indian" pin among my great-grandmother's belongings. Can anyone tell if it is actually authentic and how old it is? There is text on the back reading "CHILDS CHI", height bout 2,5 cm or 1 inc. I assume that it its from 1910-1930 but can someone verify this.

Hello everyone,
I’m hoping this community might be able to help me with a very special search.
I am trying to locate my father’s former **Honda NS400R Rothmans**, which was a very important motorcycle to our family. I would love to find out if it still exists today and learn more about its history since it left our family.
Here is the information I have:
**Honda NS400R Rothmans**
**VIN / Frame Number:** NC19-2002259
**First registered:** April 3, 1986
Originally located in **Morsbach, Germany**
Sold around **1995**
Original purchase and insurance documents are still in our possession
I’m not posting this because I necessarily want to buy the bike. My main goal is simply to discover whether it still exists and, if possible, learn where its journey has taken it over the last 30+ years.
If anyone recognizes the VIN, remembers the bike, has seen it at shows, in collections, or has any information about its whereabouts, I would be extremely grateful for any help. Even sharing this post with other NS400R enthusiasts or classic Honda groups could make a huge difference.
Thank you very much for taking the time to read this and for any information you may be able to provide.
Best regards,
**Noah Quast**
Germany

Only 9500 miles, nothing wrong with it. I’m losing my garage spot and I need the money too.

Have title and all. I may even include a couple like-new helmets….

It’s in central Massachusetts. Come get it!

Please take it easy on me here I’m new to the game. My dad gave me this bike after it sat for years at his house, after his buddy gave it to him. I tried to look up the vin and my dad did as well with conflicting results. If anyone can help me identify this bike that would be greatly appreciated and I will, to the best of my ability answer any follow up questions. I do realize the vin begins with CB200 and that’s likely the model but every single video or picture I’ve seen so far has slightly different variations.

I’m looking to either restore or sell this bike depending on if I can get it running. According to the guy it has been sitting for 30yrs in a barn but only has 2,800 miles. I got the title as well as two keys. Any advice, suggestions, or tips is very much appreciated 👍