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Successful 130000 euros auction of BMW R18 Transcontinental signed by Pope Leo XIV

Oct 25, 2025 Michael Le Pard

Munich. On September 3, 2025, during a ceremonial event at the Vatican, a specially customized BMW R 18 Transcontinental was presented to Pope Leo XIV. for blessing and signing on the motorcycle. This uniquely customized R […]

Auction Fundraiser – More than $12k to a Good Cause

Oct 5, 2024 Michael Le Pard

To support the motocross community and the Motocross of Nations US National Team, Beta Motorcycles hosted an auction of a 2024 450 RX bike and a unique Supercross experience. The auction came to an end this past […]

2024 Beta 450 RX Auction – Supporting the USA MXdN Team

Sep 22, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Winning Bid also receives a Supercross Experience in Anaheim for Two Beta Motorcycles is committed to supporting the motocross community by backing the Motocross of Nations US National Team through a unique bike auction. The auction […]

2024 Beta 450 RX Auction – Supporting the USA MXdN Team

Aug 17, 2024 Michael Le Pard

eta Motorcycles is committed to supporting the motocross community by backing the Motocross of Nations US National Team through a unique bike auction. The auction will feature a brand new 2024 450 RX motorcycle with the […]

Inspiration Friday: Flying Piston Benefit Auction

Mar 1, 2024 Michael Le Pard

Looking for something to do this week motorcycle related that’s not only fun but also helps kids get on bikes? Well, Inspiration Friday: Flying Piston Benefit Auction is sure to meet all those requirements plus […]

Road 2 Recovery Unveils Second Round of Historic Brian Barnes Moto Museum Collection Auction

Jul 23, 2023 Michael Le Pard

POWAY, Calif. (July 21, 2023) – The Road 2 Recovery Foundation (R2R), the official charity of the Pro Motocross Championship, is excited to announce the second wave of the historic Brian Barnes Moto Museum Collection Auction, which is slated […]

Largest Auction in Non-Profit’s History is a Collector’s Dream Come True

May 27, 2023 Michael Le Pard

POWAY, Calif. (May 27, 2023) – Road 2 Recovery (R2R), the official charity of the Pro Motocross Championship, is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Brian Barnes’ Moto Museum Collection Auction kicks off in […]

Special Piro Replica Yamaha R1 Sells at Auction for Charity

Nov 5, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Yamaha Motor Europe is delighted to confirm that the special ‘Piro’ Replica R1, created in honour of the late Fabrizio Pirovano for the FIM Superbike World Championship’s return to Estoril, 27 years after his 10th […]

Inspiration Friday: Harley-Davidson’s New World Records

Sep 11, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson‘s New World Records, Total Motorcycle and the Guinness Book of World Records share the same results: Purpose, Vision, Mission and Values. From parades, drag racing, riding, auctions and one weird award, Harley-Davidson and Total […]

Bonhams Auctioning off One-of-a-Kind Harley-Davidson LiveWire

May 13, 2020 Michael Le Pard

Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Bonhams will host an exclusive motorcycle auction with proceeds, excluding taxes and fees, to be donated to United Way Worldwide’s crisis Community Response and Recovery Fund. Up for auction is […]

Win a Harley-Davidson One-Off Livewire Custom Charity Auction during NFL Draft Picks Season

Apr 25, 2020 Michael Le Pard

In addition to our foundation’s gift to the United Way Relief Fund, we’re aiming to raise more in a way only H-D can. Up for auction will be a very special edition LiveWireTM: custom painted, […]

Rider Inspiration: World’s Rarest Motorcycles Buried in a Forgotten Los Angeles Warehouse

May 3, 2019 Michael Le Pard

A treasure trove of incredibly valuable and rare motorcycles hidden away and lost for decades only found after the passing of a reclusive motorcyclist! These are the dreams of many motorcycle owners, collectors and story […]

2019 Paris Rétromobile Exhibition: 100+ motorcycles from MV Agusta up for auction

Feb 9, 2019 Michael Le Pard

Privately owned, it is possibly the largest classic MV Agusta motorcycles’ collection in the world, and it will be up for auction at the prestigious Rétromobile exhibition in Paris. As true pieces of motorcycle art, […]

The motorcycle detective Bonham auctioneer’s 5 best bike finds

Jul 27, 2017 Michael Le Pard

Published: 24th July 2017. Triumph UK.Considering his obsession with motorcycles since the age of four, Ben Walker has arguably landed the perfect job. His daily routine combines the roles of collector, counsellor and detective as […]