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The Best Five Bikes for $5000 or less on Craigslist Right Now

12 years ago
1 min read

There are a lot of great bikes out there, most of the ones I want are at least 20 Grand, so I decided to see if you could really get a kick-ass bike for around $5K. Here is what I found on Craigslist.

In Southern, California $5,000 will get you this amazing 1946 Royal Enfield, 500cc, 4 speed, Magneto fired, kicker, in a cafe racer style. CLICK HERE to see the whole ad.


Craigslist in Austin, Texas turned up this really clean 1982 Yamaha Cafe Racer with a ton of upgrades and new parts its a steal for $4,200. CLICK HERE to see the ad.
In Stewartsville, NJ you can pick up this 1975 Triumph 750 Trident, for $5,000 its cheap entry point into the classic Triumph Motorcycle world. CLICK HERE to see the ad.  
This 1969 Triumph T100R from Tacoma, WA is not a runner, but for $2,500 bucks I could not pass it up. Plus it comes with extra parts. CLICK HERE for the ad. 
This 1973 Honda cl350 from Denver, CO is supper cool. I love the lean classic look of the bike and for $2,999 it does need a little mechanical love, but the guy has put a lot into it already. CLICK HERE to see the ad. 

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield, founder of The Gentleman Racer, is a storyteller, adventurer, and automotive expert whose work blends cars, travel, and culture. As a member of The Explorers Club, he brings a spirit of discovery to his work, whether uncovering forgotten racing history or embarking on global expeditions. His site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados, known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective. A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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