Classic Motorcycle Buyers Guide
Before the Great Depression of 1929, there were dozens of American motorcycle companies. These included Ace, Flying Merkel, Thor, Pierce, Pope, and others. Even Sears-Roebuck offered one in their 1914 mail-order catalog. Today, only Harley-Davidson and Indian remain.
American Classics
Harley 45 Flathead (W and G Series)
Harley-Davidson Knucklehead
Harley-Davidson Servi-Car
Harley WLA Military Bike

Harley-Davidson Panhead
Harley-Davidson K-Model
Harley-Davidson Shovelhead
Harley-Davidson FX Models

1957-1966 Sportster
1967-1979 Sportster
Harley-Davidson XR750
Harley-Davidson Cafe Racer
1980-1985 Sportster

Evo Sportster (1986-1995)
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Read: History of Indian Motorcycles
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British Classics
Triumph Bonneville
Triumph Trident
Steve McQueen Triumph
Norton Commando
Norton Commando Upgrades
Vincent Black Shadow

Read: Vintage British Motorcycles
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German Classics

BMW Motorcycle History - Part One
BMW R1100R Real World Review
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Many enthusiasts agree that the "Superbike" motorcycle started in 1968 with the three-cylinder Triumph Trident. Soon after, Japanese manufacturers were producing faster, cheaper, and more reliable motorcycles, severely cutting into the sales of both British and American-made bikes.
Japanese Classics
Yamaha XS750 and XS850 Triples
Yamaha Seca Turbo
Kawasaki GPZ-750 Turbo
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Articles of Interest:

Read: Six-Cylinder Motorcycles

Read: Motorcycle Project Choices
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