1971 Desmo Ducati R/T 450 Thoroughbred of Motorcycles Ad

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day

Ad Publication Date: 1971
Ad Title: Desmo Ducati R/T 450 - The Thoroughbred of Motorcycles

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Desmo Ducati R/T 450
The Thoroughbred of Motorcycles

A unique, desmodromic engine for special torque; smooth, unit-construction five-speed box; special frame; seven-inch travel fork; full-adjustable swing arm rear; 9.5 inch clearance; plenty of smooth, even power; chrome headlight and brackets and taillight assembly for instant connection or detachment. The new Ducati Desmo R/T 450 is bred for action, on and off the road.

See the new R/T 450 today, with all the true sports features for any type of terrain. One test ride will convince you. It's the thoroughbred of motorcycles.

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New Orange County Choppers OCC 8 Sunglasses

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New Orange County Choppers OCC 8 Sunglasses







Orange County Choppers Sunglasses Model # OCC 8


Product Features:

• TR 90 Frame, Constant Density Blue Lenses
  
• OCC Logo on lens, arms and inside arm.
  
• Spring Hinges for comfort fit.
  
• Fits average size heads.
  
• Makes a great gift for the American Chopper fan!

New from Japan - Suzuki Motorcycles For 1962

Ad Publication Date: 1962
Ad Title: New from Japan, Suzukis For 1962

The Suzuki 50 MC model is powered by a one-cylinder, 50cc two-stroke that delivers 180 mpg and will attain 50 mph. A four-speed gear box is used; features include turn signals. Price is only $295.00, FOB Los Angeles.

The new Suzuki TB road machine now being imported by Ken Kay Distributing Co. at 13054 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, California, abounds in innovations, including: two-cylinder, two-stroke, 250cc engine with dual carburetors, electric starting, hydraulic rear brake, 12 volt electrical system, turn signals, baggage rack, gear-driven primary, tank fuel gauge and a balanced engine that gives smooth performance throughout the entire rpm range. The price is $595.00 FOB Los Angeles, Calif.

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1962 Dick Dorresteyn Ascot Park Victory Photo of the Month

Publication Date: 1962

Photo of the Month

The Spirit of 76 - Phenomenal ability of nation's high point TT rider, Dick Dorresteyn, is breathtakingly evident as he barrels along, feet-up in a full power slide, on way to victory in season opener at Ascot Park, Gardena, Calif. Photo by Walt Mahony.



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The Pioneer for 1971 - OSSA

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day


Ad Publication Date: 1971
Ad Title: The Pioneer for 1971 - OSSA

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The Pioneer for 1971

OSSA


Now with Five Speed Transmission!

OSSA Pioneer: 1971!

Goes where you want it to go, the way you want it to go! This is the machine for performance off the beaten track! Check it out at your dealer's this week.

OSSA Pioneer: you'll know in minutes whether it's all talk or all tough.


Yankee Motor Corporation, P.O. Box 36, Schenectady, N.Y. 12301

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Beat... but unbeaten. Hodaka Ace 90

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day


Ad Publication Date: 1966
Ad Title: Beat... but unbeaten. Hodaka Ace 90

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beat... but unbeaten


This is the story that's being repeated time and time again in every muddy, snowy, dusty, rocky hill and gully across this Great Land of ours. Anywhere there are guys that live for the kick of competition and demand a well-engineered, quality lightweight motorcycle with the guts to take the rough stuff, you'll find these little "Giant-Eaters, the Hodaka Ace 90".

The weary young rider above is Larry yount of Kennewick, Washington, who has just won the under 125cc class of the Championship (AMS) Dry Creek TRIAL in the rugged hills of Washington. One look at Larry and his HODAKA anbd you'll know how rough the competition was. Congratulations Larry (we're sending you a new brake lever) PABATCO is all heart.

Oh, by the way, HODAKA took SEVEN of the top TWELVE positions in the Dry Creek Trial, Yakima, Wash., Nov. 28, 1965.

See Your Hodaka Dealer - and win!

Designed & Imported by
Pabatco
P.O. Box 327, Athena, Oregon

Benelli Wins World Championship

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day


Ad Publication Date: 1966
Ad Title: Benelli Wins World Championship

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Benelli Wins World Championship

Italian Grand Prix



Every body gets more fun with a Benelli ... The sleek lines, the graceful silhouette, the definitely italian look of the Benelli are true indications of the speed, acceleration, true "old world" craftsmanship you get with the motorcycle that beat the best, including Yamaha and Honda, in the Italian Grand Prix. See the complete Benelli line and our other Italian makes, such as the Parilla and the Capriolo, before you buy! Available from these authorized distributors ( or write to Cosmopolitan for dealers near you).

Motorcycle Distributor for 11 Wester States: Cooper Motors, 2816 W. Olive St., Burbank, Calif., 91505; Parts Distributor: Hall-Burdette, 2010 Del Paso Blvd., N. Sacramento, Calif; Nid-West: Ill., Mich., Ohio, Iowa and Wisc.: C. D. Amsler Corp., 2218 W. Wilden Ave., Goshen, Indiana; South Central: M. S. Distributing Co., Inc., 1736 Linwood Blvd., Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; Mid-Atlantic Distributors: Engine Specialties, 8036 Frankford Ave., Phila., Pa.; Ala., Miss.: Great Southern Distributing Corp., 615 Missouri Ave., Sullivan, Missouri.

Cosmopolitan Motors Inc., 5521 Wayne Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19144 / GE 3-3500

Cable "Cosmotor"

Dealer Inquiries Invited

1962 Greeves - World's Moto-Cross Champion

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Ad Publication Date: 1962
Ad Title: Greeves - World's Moto-Cross Champion

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Greeves - World's Moto-Cross Champion

Choice of the Experts

It's easier on a Greeves! Moto-cross Des nation winner in 1960 and 1961. Most consistent winner and finisher in California competition, EVER! Ride the winner.

Featuring: Redesigned Frame - Light & Strong. New Alloy Cylinder with Special Cast-in Liner, Increased Performance - 23 b.h.p. at 6000 r.p.m. New 99% Efficient Air Filter, Full Width Cast Allow Hubs, New Vane Shock Absorber to protect transmission, plus every other outstanding feature that makes Greeves the choice of the experts!

Greeves Moto-Cross Scrambler

Western U.S. Distributor
Dealer Inquiries Invited

Nicholson
Motors

11629 Vanowen Street
North Hollywood, California

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Just For Fun... Jawa

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Ad Publication Date: 1965
Ad Title: Just For Fun ... Jawa

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Just For Fun...Jawa


If you're seeking the most FUN per motorcycling dollar, we suggest you see JAWA first. For JAWA, known and respected throughout the world, offers both low initial cost and upkeep. Its powerful 2-stroke engine features maximum performance coupled with simplicity in design. You're miles and money ahead with JAWA! See your JAWA Dealer today. He has a model that's just right for YOU.


Distributors:

West: Cycle Imports, Inc., 1325 So. La Brea, Los Angeles 19, Calif.
East: JAVCO Motorcycle Corp., 555 Graham Ave., Brooklyn 22, N.Y.

Honda Wins International Grand Prix Championship

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day


Ad Publication Date: 1962
Ad Title: Honda Wins International Grand Prix Championship

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In the past year Honda has dominated the world's Grand Prix races like no other machine in the history of motorcycling.

Isle of Man
Spanish
West German
French
Dutch
Belgian
East German
Ulster
Italian
Swedish
Argentine

Honda wins International Grand Prix Championship in historic sweep of world-wide racing classics.

During 1961, Honda motorcycles scored the greatest sweep in the history of the European Grand Prix racing circuit - winning the International Grand Prix Championships in both the 125 cc and 250 cc classes and establishing Honda riders Tom Phillis and Mike Hailwood, respectively, as World Championship Riders in those classes.
The supremacy of Honda machines in the world's top racing classics was highlighted by Honda's amazing domination of the first 5 places in both the 125 and 250 cc classes at the Isle of Man TT, biggest international racing event of them all.
In scores of other major races around the globe where international motorcycle manufacturers compete in technical and engineering skill - such as the Daytona Grand Prix, in which Honda machines swept both the 125 and 250 cc classes - Honda proved time and again during 1961 its claim to the title, "World's Finest Motorcycles."

Why not ride the finest?

There's a precision-built Honda for you in the big versatile line of Honda machines that range from 50 cc to 305 cc. They're designed to encompass every taste and purpose - and every one is put together like a precision watch. The low prices will surprise you too. For name of your nearest dealer, Call Western Union by number and ask for

Honda

World's Largest Motorcycle Manufacturer

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
4077 West Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles 19, California

The Center of Attention - Kawasaki Z-1 900

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Ad Publication Date: 1974
Ad Title: The Center of Attention - Kawasaki Z-1 900

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"The Center of Attention"

If you can take your Z-1 for granted while other people are taking it for something out of this world, you know your motorcycles.

Because this is what people who ought to know their motorcycles have said about the Kawasaki Z-1 900:

"...a motorcycled that will undoubtedly become the new criterion for the motorcycle industry..." Cycle Guide.

"...one of thos rare motorcycles with the stuff of which legends are made..." Modern Cycle.

And the Z-1 didn't get those notices just because it's good looking. It had to work damn hard for them.

With a super-smooth dual overhead cam 4-stroke, 4-cylinder, 903cc engine. With a capability of hitting a top speed about twice as fast as you should ever go. With a sophisticated suspension that loves to lean over and cling to the road. And, this year, with a rugged new chain that doesn't want to give up.

The Z-1 also worked for its reputation by putting it on the line at Daytona. The result was a new 24 Hour World Record, and the setting of over 50 other World and American records. Not bad, considering that the previous world record was set on a highly modified bike, and the Z-1 that broke it was a stock machine.

Proving that the bike you can ride for a good time is also the bike that can ride to a record time.

Kawasaki
lets the good times roll.

Dirt. Cheap. Yamaha MX100 and MX175

Dad's Vintage Motorcycle Ad of the Day


Ad Publication Date: 1979
Ad Title: Dirt Cheap. Yamaha MX100 and MX175

Text of Ad:

Dirt. Cheap.


Introducing the newest members of the Yamaha off-road family. The MX100 and MX175.

Two tough, powerful, reliable off-road playbikes that just about anyone can ride.


And Afford.

They're priced very low, yet come loaded with all the proven features they need to make them Yamahas.

The MX175, our full-size machine, has Yamaha's exclusive Monoshock rear suspension. The same type used on our champion YZ motocrossers. Its extremely long travel soaks up the worst bumps and jolts. And the rigid triangulated swing arm keeps your rear wheel right on track.

Leading-axle front forks allow more front wheel travel as well as quick, precise steering.

The MX100 is a unique, intermediate-size bike (right in between mini and full-size) that's not only ideal for youngsters but for anyone just getting started in off-road riding.

The seat height is extra-low for stable, confident handling. Full-sized, oil-dampened rear shocks and long-travel front forks assure comfortable cruising around the campground and responsive control on all kinds of ground.

Both bikes are powered by rugged, race-proven Yamaha two-stroke singles. Reed Valve Torque Induction insures plenty of pulling power at the low end and throughout the broad powerband. The easy-shifting transmissions are geared for efficiency and versatility.

The center mount exhaust pipes are routed up and through the lightweight motocross-type frames for maximum ground clearance.

And our patented Autolube System automatically mixes your gas and oil so you can concentrate on having fun.

The new MX100 and MX175.

It's not often you find motorcycles that are worth so much more.

And cost so much less.

Yamaha - When you know how they're built.

Exclusive Monoshock rear suspension.

Versatile 6-speed transmission.

Responsive, long-travel, leading-axle front forks.

Five-way adjustable rear shocks.

Easy-shifting 5-speed transmission.

Motocross-tuned front forks.

Knobby tires for all-terrain traction.


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