moto cycle 2014: September 2013

DKW 1939 SB 500

DKW 1939 SB 500 electric start. German , DKW , they were the largest manufacturer of motorcycles in the World in 1939.

Twin Cyl Two Stroke Motor !

Fully restored to a high Standard. Rare, may be the only factory electric start in existence.

This is an unusual Motorcycle , chances are you may have never seen one before . Seldom, in the history of motorcycles, were large two stroke motors, used in Luxury touring machines . Take a close look at the photos , and be assured they only hint of the quality of this machine. Its no wonder Bob Schanz kept this bike so long and held it in such high esteem. Its beautiful from every angle and boasted technology not matched again for decades to come.

A beautifully restored and sophisticated Teutonic black and chrome masterpiece. It was the property of the restorer for over 40 years, since 1945. With a well known provenance. Restored in 1980. Acquired by, Hall of Fame Member, Bob Schanz of DomiRacer in a 1985 auction. Starts and runs great, with an electronic ignition. Purchased recently from DomiRacer, Michigan Title available.

This bike is a rare surviving example of German excellence . Given the devastation that took place in Germany, during the second World War and the use and destruction of so many of its motor vehicles by the military, it may well be one of the only survivors of this model.

You may notice that the bike has similar lines to some of the smaller Euro two strokes, with single cylinder engines . Its not small, it’s a full size bike and the engine is substantial in size, it also has substantial get –up-and Go and along with speed.

The bike has undergone a complete and detailed restoration and has spent many years in the Domi Racer Museum environment. The chrome is awesome , no rust. There are be a few small scratches, a tiny dent in the rear fender and one in the front. All of these issues are so small as to be hardly noticeable.

This Spring the bike was carefully gone thru , then started and ridden for the first time in many years . What a joy to ride , smooth , stable and a fine example ,of what was ,a top of the line tourer . Unlike modern two strokes it has a very pleasant exhaust sound.

This was an expensive and exclusive mount of the late 30’s and the last year example of the model. Vin # 516468. I’m not an expert on this make , but have not seen or heard of another survivor with electric start. The bike is so elegant , with a cast aluminum fuel tank, deep black gloss paint , highly polished Aluminum and Chrome accents. It shifts smoothly starts easily and rides like a dream.

If you are looking for an unusual ride for rallies , the Rare addition to your Museum , or the next winner of the Concourse De Elegance . This might fit the bill. This bike just shouts, I’m Cool.

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J.B. Coats

Says it on the tank !

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The Brutally Beautiful 916 !!

Jim Higgins on the Salt

Jim Higgins is a retired Vallejo Fire captain and a well known Buell S2 rider and Bonneville Land Speed Record holder, currently holding six Worlds LSR Records.

His current project is to build and ride the world's fastest Buell. It is an S2 with carbon fiber Buell RR100 bodywork and a 100 cubic inch turbo charged motor in the 300 horsepower range. The goal for this new motorcycle is to earn a place in the prestigious 200 MPH Club.

I worked with Jim when I was with the Vallejo Fire Department and he just getting into Bonneville racing when I retired out. I was told that he had joined up with a couple of other guys after he retired and opened up a shop, JT & S Performance which specializes in high performance Buells and Harley Davidson's. His shop is located at Infinion Raceway in Sonoma California, this is the old Sears Point Raceway (which it still is to me). It looks like they do dyno tuning so if you have the need for speed drop by and give them some business.

When I knew him he was trying to get his Buell to do 130mph, I believe, so he has come a long way from that in the last 10 years.