Buy Neil Pearts' Motorcycle

COURTESY J TERRY

One of the motorcycles the late Neil Peart rode between shows on Rush’s R30 Tour is going up for auction.

The 1170cc BMW R1200GS is being sold by Mecum Auctions at this year’s Vintage and Antique Motorcycle show, held at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, on February 1.

Peart told American Motorcyclist in 2009, “I’ve had an 1150 GS, and three 1200s, because there’s no better bike for all the things that I like. It has the most flexibility, it’s the ultimate expression of versatility. It’s fast and agile enough for me on twisty paved roads, capable on gravel roads, and it’s great for long distance.”

The sale of the bike includes an original purchase receipt signed by Peart, a set of Jesse aluminum panniers, a worn canvas tank bag, and a pair of used drumsticks.

The bike is expected to fetch $40,000 – $50,000, and fans wishing to bid on the motorcycle can register at my.mecum.com.