The VFR800 shown below was featured on a Bring-A-Trailer auction which ended yesterday, but what originally caught my eye was the seller's video as he graciously walked us through his tidy collection. It's an eclectic grouping of bikes in a homey, comfortable setting and includes motocrossers, Italian classics and Japanese standards, plus a few Honda V4s, complete with a pristine RC45. For more, search "robert craig."
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This 2007 Anniversary Edition shows only 4200 miles and has been redone in Rothmans livery with a 3d-gen 8-spoke rear wheel and aftermarket slip-ons. The plastics are aftermarket and several decals are not clear coated, so are removable. As with all custom-painted bikes, desirability is in the eye of the beholder, and desirability affects value. A low-mile Anniversary is a $6000-ish bike these days and, as the Rothmans is a legitimate Honda look, it seems to have boosted the value here, but not quite enough for Mr. Craig. This was a "no sale" at $7600 with 27 bids.
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This 2007 Anniversary Edition shows only 4200 miles and has been redone in Rothmans livery with a 3d-gen 8-spoke rear wheel and aftermarket slip-ons. The plastics are aftermarket and several decals are not clear coated, so are removable. As with all custom-painted bikes, desirability is in the eye of the beholder, and desirability affects value. A low-mile Anniversary is a $6000-ish bike these days and, as the Rothmans is a legitimate Honda look, it seems to have boosted the value here, but not quite enough for Mr. Craig. This was a "no sale" at $7600 with 27 bids.
(Below) Sold previously is this exceptional 1986 VF500 with only 5500 miles and is described simply as a "near perfect, original" example. It does look flawless in the video and starts/runs as it should. This one gathered lots of interest and sold for an impressive $8200, reflecting its condition and presentation. It also demonstrates a genuine fan base for the "mini-ceptor" market.
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