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Classic Bikes for sale: 1981

1981 Honda CB 650

New London, Wisconsin, 549**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 650

EXEMPT: Vehicle mileageshows 35093 basedon 5 digitodometer. Vehicle is exempt from odometer disclosure as vehicle is 10 or moremodel years old. Clear WI title with no title brands
IF YOU HAVE NO EBAY PURCHASE HISTORY YOU MUST SENDUS AN EMAIL WHEN BIDDING ON THIS ITEM TO PROVE YOUR INTENTION OF PURCHASINGIT. IF NOT, YOUR BID WILL BE CANCELLED AND YOU WILL BEBLOCKED FROM BIDDING
IMPORTANT: PLEASE VIEW INSPECTION BELOW BEFOREPLACING BID (this is a courtesy inspection of donated items, ... more

1981 Harley-Davidson Other

Rifle, Colorado, 816**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 8500

1981 FXE custom built 93?? StrokerS&S 4 3 / 4 stroker wheelsS&S 495 camKing tank painted in early 90sLowbrow Rogue rear fender Arlen Ness wide front end Avon retro tires front and rear (NEW)14?? apes internally wired All new cables and hoses Newer O-Ring chain 11?? Progressive 440 rear shocksNew AGM batteryAvon air fusion grips
Electric and kick. Bike starts on first kick or electric leg works perfect. Message me for more information. I can send videos of bike running upon request ... more
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1981 Harley-Davidson Other

Eustis, Florida, 327**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 18000

1981 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead, 1340cc. Clean Florida HD title, matching numbers bike
Clean, garage kept, beautiful, strong running Shovelhead, kick start only
Bike has been completely rebuilt and customized from the ground up. Original frame, engine, and transmission. Everything else has been completely rebuilt or replaced with new parts.
-Powder Coated frame -2 5 gallon P-nut tank -Custom paint -Oil tank -DNA springer front end -Invader wheels -GMA forward controls -BDL 3" belt... more

1981 Honda CB

Hortonville, Wisconsin, 549**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 8750

TDTDTDTD optionCategory, TDTABLESPAN
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1981 Honda XL 250S

La Mesa, California, 919**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 3400


Key features:

· Recently serviced, runs excellent

· Clean CA title in my name, 2024 tags

· All original paint, no rattle-can detailing

· No dents in minty gas tank, original plastic fenders and side covers are all excellent

· Excellent Bridgestone tires with low miles

· Adult-owned and never abused

· Extensive books and records: factory shop manual, dealer prep manual, owner??s manual, dealer ... more

HONDA TL 125 IHATOVO 1981 4 STROKE TRIALS BIKE GREAT CONDITION VERY RARE*

Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3199

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1981 Kawasaki KZ1000M CSR Unregistered US Import Classic Running Restoration

Stoke 0n Trent, England, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2500

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1981 Yamaha sr250 Project bike spares / repairs

Goring, RG8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 290

Been stored in successive barns since the last time I rode it in 2013. Will make a nice project. Will need a complete overhaul. Non runner with no road tax. Will need picking up from Oxfordshire within a week of the auction ending. Very low genuine milage with lots of paperwork to prove it.... more

Suzuki RM 125 1981

King's Lynn, PE32***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4200

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Suzuki PE400 1981 Barn Find Restoration Project Enduro 2 Stroke

Leamington Spa, CV33***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 1700

Hello & welcome to our auction for this 1981 Suzuki PE400 As you can see from the pictures the bike looks to be fairly complete & original The engine is unfortunately seized, most probably from standing many years The wheels are in good condition The fuel tank is solid with no holes There is no chain damage to the crankcases I??d say this a fantastic project, with it being so original & untouched
Please study the pictures carefully to be sure what you are bidding on
If you ... more

Suzuki Bobber 1981 673cc Starts, runs and rides

Burton-on-Trent, DE14***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 750

Suzuki Bobber 1981 673cc Starts on the button Runs and rides. V5 in my name Shaft drive Got it ready for MOT but now it blows a fuse when I turn the head lights on Eligible for historic status as 42 years old Cash on collection or bank transfer Low start price for great looking and sounding bike. Need space, too many other bikes.... more

Yamaha XS750 1981 Restoration Project Barn Find cafe Tracker

Leamington Spa, CV33***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 550

Hello & welcome to our auction for this Yamaha XS750 81
As you can see from the pictures the bike is sold for full restoration The engine is unfortunately seized, most probably from standing many years The wheels are good The silencers have holes Matching frame & engine numbers Would make a cool cafe, spares??
Please study the pictures carefully to be sure what you are bidding on
If you require any further information, then please email or call 01789 841829
The bike was ... more

1981 Yamaha SR500 Unregistered US Import Classic Restoration Project

Stoke 0n Trent, England, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2200

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1981 Kawasaki KE125A Unregistered US Import Barn Find Classic Restoration Proj

Stoke 0n Trent, England, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 1800

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1981 Yamaha XT250 Unregistered US Import Barn Find Classic Restoration Project

Stoke 0n Trent, England, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2500

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Yamaha Virago 900 1981 Restoration Project Barn Find cafe Tracker

Leamington Spa, CV33***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 700

Hello & welcome to our auction for this Yamaha Virago 900 1981 As you can see from the pictures the bike is sold for restoration The engine rocks with compression when put into gear but we have not attempted to start it There is no key The wheels are very good Matching frame & engine numbers Good solid exhaust & silencer This bike will make a great project or a a nice bobber project
Please study the pictures carefully to be sure what you are bidding on
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1981 Yamaha Chappy Classic Moped NO RESERVE

Telford, TF1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 250


1981 Yamaha Towny 50cc moped, runs but needs some TLC, needs the fuel tank connecting up, Classic little run around for someone ULEZ EXEPT?
Take a good look at the pics, if you need any more information please message me, come with the necessary paperwork for easy registration
Usa import by Top Dog Motorcycles Ltd, Telford, we can assist with registering in the UK, it's a simple process
Feel free to come and take alook at this and all the other classic bikes we have in ... more

1981 Honda CBX1000 Pro-Link Unregistered US Import Classic Running Project

Stoke 0n Trent, England, ST5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 12000

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Classic motocross Honda CR 450 Elsinore 2 stroke 1981

Warrington, WA5***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3500

Selling my Honda cr450 Elsinore 1981 Most probably one of the best surviving examples left of this iconic bike that was only produced for one year in 1982 , so rare as hen??s teeth, it??s also a uk bike not a USA import with all numbers present and a dating certificate should you wish to dvla register the bike , the bike was fully restored about 3 years ago with no expense spared over 5500 spent on it , and it??s kept in my living room , there is a full portfolio of the renovation , the engine ... more

Suzuki GS750l 1981 US Import

Newton Abbot, TQ12***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2200

Suzuki gs750l us import I bought the bike with the intention of doing a full restoration but my plans have changed she has to go I try to go for a ride at least once a week it is mot and tax exempt and on historic insurance ulez exempt Tyres brakes steering are all good .The carbs need attention sometimes the engine runs fine and some times not If the carbs were sorted the engine would be sweet please ask any questions collection from south Devon.... more

1981 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead Wide Glide

Bromley, BR1***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 9450

For Sale 1981 Harley-Davidson FXWG Shovelhead Wide Glide
Sadly time to thin the heard to make way for other projects
I have owned this bike for the past 8 years
Full nut & bolt rebuild the majority of which I have done myself
Many new parts
Historic registration in my name so free tax and exempt from MOT & ULEZ
Collection only from Bromley Kent
No test rides without the full asking price in my hand... more

NO RESERVE 1981 Triumph T140V Bonneville T140 Spares Repair Parts Project NO RES

Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 510

* Please read the complete listing along with viewing all pictures on a desktop computer in addition to your smart phone *
This is a 1981 Triumph T140V Bonneville that is being sold with no reserve and no buy now
It was registered on 19th March 1981, has covered 28088 miles, has had six owners, is a UK bike and is HPI clear
This 750cc Bonneville was last used in 1997 and then parked in a gargage. This is where is sat for past 26 years and at some time the roof started leaking which ... more

Kawasaki z650 1981 restored

St. Bees, CA27***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 5200

It has rebuilt engine and original, everything works as it should, delcavic 4 inot 1 stainless exhaust fitted this year. Runs great and only selling as never gets used and needs someone with more time to use it. Cash on collection or bank transfer.... more

1981 Ducati 900 Mike Hailwood Replica (MHR)

London, W4***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 29995

Ducati 900SS Mike Hailwood Replica (MHR) MKIILow milage, excellent condition, very original. matching numbers bike, currently stored in a bubble, will have fresh MOT before pick up.
£7, 500 spent with very highly regarded classic Ducati specialist Ray Petty on Restoration in 2017 / 18Make DUCATIModel 864CC MIKE HAILWOOD REPLICAFrame Number DM860SS * 900655Engine Number: 091164 DM860Mot: ExemptULEZ: Exempt90 degree L Twin5 speedChain driveMarzocchi ForksDucati Square case 900 engineConti ... more

1981 Honda XR100 classic twinshock

Derby, DE21***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 875

1981 Honda XR100 Classic twinshock Has good compression Engine and frame numbers all correct Been stored in a barn for past 25 years All original Good to restore or just get running and ride bike as is Rare bike to find at a affordable price Buy while it??s still for sale What you see is what you get Please look at all pictures carefully
Just arrived Imported from USA has NOVA certificate to Register
Collect from derby or can arrange delivery at a cheap price message me your post code for... more

kawasaki z 250 a 1981 twin

Ealand, DN17***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2600

Kawasaki KZ250A 1981 250cc. Full and sympathetically restored using as many of the original parts as possible. It had only done 12, 000 miles from New. 1 owner before me and having the original sales document with engine and frame number. Engine was stripped and vapour blasted using new bearings and oil seals, bores only needed honing and new standard pistons and rings, the rings are still well within the permitted tolerance. Re-ground valves, electronic ignition, power coated frame. Painted in ... more

MAICO 490 1981 Twinshock Twin-shock evo Vintage Classic Motocross, poss. P / ex

PONTEFRACT, West Yorkshire, WF8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 7500

MAICO 490 1981 Twinshock
New parts:Engine rebuild including full gearbox, all gears replaced including main-shaft and lay-shaft plus bearings etc Rebore with Woosener piston etc +50 bore will need running in Powerdynamo Vape IgnitionPetrol Tank, Seat, Front tyre, New YSS shocks RG362-390-05Renthal 809 barsCarbClutch Plates, fiction and drivenKickstart shaft and matching gear
Special parts:JSV full race exhaust systemBill Brown Frame Suzuki RM500 forks 1985Billet Alloy Head StayDiD ERT ... more

honda cb 750f 1981 restomod

Sheringham, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 6900

Selling due to I'll health ( yes really )Was a 2 yr retirement project build from a bare frame .It's a cb750 f frame 1981 .V5 in my name and is historic registered so mot and tax is not required Bike rides very well and handles nicely .Running gear is from a '97 bandit 1200 .
. Braced + powder coat frame . Caustic dipped rear swingarm and precision made steel tophat spacers. Rebuilt with new Suzuki genuine fork seals . Good strong 1157 engine with high gloss epoxy paint . No smoke or ... more

KAWASAKI KX420A2 1981 MOTOCROSS

Derbyshire, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3750

KX420A2 1981 with long stroke 444 conversion. Engine rebuilt. New main bearings and piston. Crank rebuilt by Racing Lines at Derby. Barrel by Langcourt. Ten minutes use since engine rebuild. List of parts that have been renewed as follows. Uni lever all bearings renewed. Both wishbone rose joints. Swinging arm bearings. N / S fork seal. Oil changed in both legs. Twin air filter. Handlebars, grips and pad. New throttle assembly and cable. New front chain guide slider and roller. New kickstart ... more

1981 Honda CM400 T custom bobber cafe racer

Hounslow, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4800

Here we have a 1981 Honda CM400 T. It's been built in 2019 and there is quite a bit of work has been done to it. It's MOT and road tax exempt as it's over 40 years old.
I was planning to swap wheels to wire spoke items but never got to it and I have both front and rear hubs with new brake rotor and shoes and I will include those with the bike
Here is list of modifications:
Custom subframe with solo bobber seatCustom electrical box with integrated mudguardPetrol tank from CB550 ... more

Yamaha 1981 xt500

Isleworth, TW7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 5000

The 1981 XT500 was imported from South Africa and runs well. She presents herself very cleanly with a few aftermarket bits Such as the mirrors, exhaust She was cosmetically restored a few years ago and not ridden much since. This is a very useable classic Nova complete, customs paid and ready for Registration London based
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maico 1981 440 490

Consett, DH8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 6850

1981 maico 440Selling my maico with 78 / 79 440 being in a 1981 rolling chassis. Bike has aluminium air boxAluminium swing arm Maico only front and rear brake plates Maico only rear brake leaverNew seat base foam and cover Ohlins shocks KTM kickstart and knuckle New plastics New stainless steel spokes front and rearFrame has also had gussets welded onto rear shock mounts for some extra support. Have the original air box, expansion chamber and silencer. Ready to race.... more