So, you go to the nearest Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, Kawasaki dealership, I’ll bet you that right now there’s probably a Shadow 600, a full dress tourer, 19 dirt bikes, a scooter or two, and a quad mule for sale.

Try a different seller: Red Label Mot

What makes them stand out is the absolutely exhaustive descriptions and history of every bike they sell. Here’s a snippet from an Aprilia Futura they currently have:

“This bike has never tipped over, crashed or been damaged in any way. Unless you count the scuffs on the saddlebags as “damage”, which I will cover later. Always parked indoors and very well taken care of, this is a clean Aprilia sport-tourer.”

The seem to specialize in exotic, high quality, even vintage cycles. They may command a premium price, but you get what you pay for. Didn’t know that Laverdas still made motorcycles? Just recently, they’re selling a Laverda Ghost Strike.

Enjoy browsing their inventory. They’re located on Capitol Hill in Seattle if you want a closer look at that “I’ve never seen that bike before” bike.

“Modified “cafe” style CB650 with clean title. SOHC inline 4. 63 HP. Under 400lbs. Approximately 12,000 miles on original motor. Recent oil change and new filter. Upgrade to Nighthawk vacuum carbs. Carbs cleaned, synched and rejetted due to modifications including 2-1 exhaust and removal of factory airbox. Valves, timing and timing chain adjusted. New wiring and battery, newer reg/rect. $2500, will consider trades”

Lots of other updates to this bike build on a 1982 CB650 frame. Not for everyone, but there is something quite likable about it. While this particular Honda custom bobber motorcycle is no longer for sale, there are probably tons more available here.

“65 BSA 650 Bobber, has a fresh top end by Gonzales motors(Tacoma), New Firestone vintage tires, original BSA A50 aluminun tank. Bike has a clear WA title in my name, just needs to be wired to be up and running and on the road. Great winter project that doesn’t need a whole lot to finish! Please call with questions. I picked this up in a trade and have lost interest! $3000 FIRM”

While this particular BSA bobber motorcycle is no longer available, there are lots more available here.