Old Japanese Bikes Now Worth More Than New Cars

Old Japanese bikes are increasingly fetching more than brand-new cars, as JDM collector demand drives six-figure auction prices for rare 1970s and 1980s performance machines. The article says growth in global JDM culture has boosted interest in iconic Suzuki, Kawasaki, Yamaha, and Honda superbikes, turning nostalgia into a serious investment category. It cites a hand-built Honda prototype selling for over $300,000, while certain homologation specials and two-stroke legends can cost more than luxury sedans and sports cars. Examples highlighted include a 1969 Kawasaki H1 Mach III (499cc, 60 hp) with a stated auction range of $12,000 to $25,300, and a 1989 Yamaha FZR750R OW01 priced between $27,820 and $31,000.