We are Mike and Candie Hurley
We specialize in restoring Bevel drive Ducatis and select British and Japanese sporting motorbikes. These are our stories.
From rusty old barn finds to immaculate concourse condition, Candie and I love the transformations. Read about our past and current builds. Select a story from the blog list below
A couple of our early builds were customs. Today we strive for Authenticity and Original Spec Restorations
We are Proud to announce that our 1973 750 Sport was awarded the 2024 Amelia Island Concours de Elegance Motorcycle Class Award
We have two new additions to the Vintage Desmo Collection.
I have always had a soft spot for the first generation Katana and we picked this one up this January. It badly needed some TLC and we have finally gotten it to riding condition and are giving it a workout.
This 1967 Ducati SL/1 50 was purchased as is from a collector in Colorado. These little racy 2 strokes were very rare when new and sold sparsely in Europe. Today there are probably less than 10 of these in the USA. It's a spectacular little sport bike and we are very lucky to have it in our collection.
The Barn Find projects
In October of 2018 we purchased a collection of parts and these 3 projects, pulled out of a barn in North Carolina
I took this picture as I brought the project bikes home. At this time I only had a vague idea what these bikes were or if the bare frame had any other parts for it. I only really expected 2 bikes from the lot. All of this stuff has been resting in that barn since the mid-70's
August 1st of 2023 We finished restoring the last of them
They were completed one by one, along with several other bikes in the mix, and now we have a 1970 Mark 3 350 Desmo, a '62 Diana 250 replica, and a 1967 Mark 3 250 (restored using the bare frame as a starting point and digging through the parts stores to unearth the pieces that, to our surprise, belong to the original bike)
That completes our journey of restoring the bikes from "the Barn".
Narrowcase Single Used Parts
Top triple-clamp with"U Bolt" style handlebar mount for 31.5mm forks
Top triple-clamp fits most Type B narrowcase singles with 31.5mm fork legs good for Sebring, Monza, Mark3, Diana, Scrambler etc. This style was on the earlier singles prior to 1968. Decent condition - not perfect. clamps are nicer than most
Sold
period Borrani 4402
This is an original period Borrani WM-2 1.85 18x36 wheel rim to fit a Ducati single. The rim is used but it has been polished and looks very nice.
$140.00
Early Monza style tank
This smaller Gas tank started in about 1961 and was fitted to several models including the TS, Americano, Monza and Sebring until about 1966. This one is a survivor with original paint and chrome and an appropriate amount of patina. Very straight and solid inside. Comes with the cap pictured
$350.00
Chrome Monza style tank
This smaller Gas tank started in about 1961 and was fitted to several models including the TS, Americano, Monza and Sebring until about 1966. This chrome example is in decent condition for restoration. The chrome is rough but the tank is straight and solid. No Cap is included
$150.00
Set of Monza Bodywork
Set of Monza Bodywork
This was on a 1965 350 Monza. All of the metalwork is decent with no major damage. Both of the fenders have been slightly shortened but cleanly and tastefully done.
Gas Tank ...SOLD
Front fender...SOLD
Rear fender...$45
Pair of tool boxes...SOLD
Contoured Monza seat
Set of Monza Bodywork
This is the longer seat that fits with the small Monza style gas tanks. Unlike the Mark 3 seat with a straight bottom edge It is beautifully contoured on the bottom to flow with the body lines. This long seat is needed with small tanks. This one has a small hole on the left front and the badge on the back is damaged. The aluminum trim is straight and the inner frame is solid and rust free.
$350.00
NOS Tomaselli aftermarket lever set
Pair of new old stock Tomaselli levers and perches with hardware and adjusters. These are a typical period aftermarket upgrade for ducati singles. fit 7/8" bars and clip-ons
$100.00
250/350 Ducati Narrowcase swing arm
I have several of these Swing arms in good used condition. They fit the Type B Narrow Case bikes. I can send you a picture of the actual unit you will receive before you buy.
$100.00
1965 350 Ducati engine with title
1965 Narrow Case 350 Ducati engine. Pulled from a barn in North Carolina with a valid and current North Carolina title with this engine's VIN. Engine turns over cleanly. Inside looks to be in good condition. Email for more pictures and info
$1500.00
1971 450 Ducati Desmo engine with title
1971 450 Ducati Desmo engine with title
1971 Wide Case 450 Ducati Desmo engine from an RT. Pulled from a barn in North Carolina with a valid and current North Carolina title with this engine's VIN. (titled as a 72) Engine turns over smoothly and looks to be extremely clean inside. Lead case seal still in place. Email for more pictures and info
$3500.00
Roundcase Twin Used Parts
Rare Correct Original 1974 750 SS pair of special forks for Greenframe
Rare Correct Original 1974 750 SS pair of special forks for Greenframe
The 750SS forks were made especially for the Ducati by Marzocchi. They have only two mudguard studs each side, and are center axle. The Scarab/Lockheed mounting lugs are situated at the front of the sliders, as is the oil drain, but the axle still slides in from right to left, so that the nut is on the left of the forks, if a set of Sport forks is reversed, the axle goes the wrong way. It's almost impossible to fake a set of forks in the correct configuration for a SuperSport and real ones are very rare. Email for more pics and info
$10,000
Fuse Box cover for 1974 SS
Rare Correct Original 1974 750 SS pair of special forks for Greenframe
This is the much coveted and extremely difficult to find simulated wood-grain Aprilia Fuse box cover that was fitted to the 1974 Ducati 750 Super Sport.
It is an original - it was used and it is not in perfect condition but it has just the right amount of very light patina to match a perfect unrestored greenframe
$1000
Original US spec GT handlebar
This is an original bar from a US version 1974 GT 750. It is prior to the very last phase of construction that had the wiring inside the bar. It does not have those holes. It is in very nice condition with only signs of light use. Re-chroming will make it perfect.
SOLD
Stainless steel Chain Guard for round case 750 GT. Sport, or SS
This is an original Chain Guard from a US version 1974 GT 750. It is clean and straight with an excellent polish. One very small hole was repaired and is nearly invisible. Very nice condition.
SOLD
Replacement large style battery tray for 750 GT
One complete tray or one set of parts to weld in a new battery tray for your 72 to 74 750 GT. There were two styles of battery trays on 750 GTs this is the larger version.
Complete tray $125.00
unfinished tray and parts $100.00
Round Case 750 GT gas tank
This tank was off of a mid year 1974 GT 750. It is a steel tank with the badge mounting section removed. The bottom of the tank has been coated with a textured protection before being painted. The paint is excellent and this would make a perfect steel replacement for an early style fiberglass tank. Includes the painted cap
$1200.00
Round Case 750 GT Rear Fender
This fender was off of a mid year 1974 GT 750. It is very straight and clean with no damage and no non-original holes. The underside has been coated with a textured protection before being painted. Paint is like new.
$400.00
Round Case 750 GT Side covers
These steel side covers are off of a mid year 1974 GT 750. The holes for the 750 badges have been filled. no dents or Damage and the paint is very nice. sold together as a matching pair
$400.00