Return of the Cafe Racers

Retro-inspired motorcycles continue to dominate the middleweight segment, but few manage to capture authentic classic styling without sacrificing modern performance and everyday usability. Suzuki’s new GSX-8T enters this increasingly competitive category with a clear objective: deliver the visual charm of a vintage motorcycle while incorporating the reliability, technology, a...

Now listed for sale on Bring a Trailer, this 1994 Ducati 900 Supersport CR (Café Racer) captures the essence of Ducati’s air-cooled sportbike era. Combining timeless Italian styling with engaging mechanical simplicity, the machine is powered by the brand’s iconic 904cc air-and-oil-cooled 90-degree L-twin engine, delivering approximately 84 horsepower and 62 lb-ft of torque. P...

The Beachman ‘64 is a modern electric café racer that blends timeless styling with contemporary electric mobility, offering a practical solution for urban commuting and weekend adventures. Designed to capture the spirit of classic motorcycles while delivering the convenience of an e-bike and moped, the Beachman ‘64 provides riders with a unique combination of vintage aestheti...

Now available for purchase through Bring a Trailer, this extensively reimagined 1979 Honda CX500 Custom has been transformed into a distinctive street tracker that blends classic Honda engineering with premium modern components. The previous owner carried out a comprehensive custom build, replacing much of the original running gear with high-performance upgrades while preserv...

A meticulously crafted Triton cafe racer is now available for auction on Bring a Trailer, showcasing an exceptional fusion of classic British engineering and bespoke craftsmanship. Completed in 2019 by Triumph of Broadway in Hendersonville, North Carolina, the one-off build combines a modified Norton Wideline Featherbed frame with a rebuilt 741cc air-cooled triple-cylinder en...