LEGO dropped the Skull Motorbike (2259) in 2011 as part of the Ninjago Pilot Season collection — a neat little set at 157 pieces with a retail price of $14.99. The set includes 2 minifigures, adding play and display value.
You're looking at $0.095 per piece, which holds up well against other Ninjago sets.
For the price point, the Skull Motorbike delivers a clean Ninjago build that's easy to recommend.
Key Features
157 pieces — Quick, focused build that's fun without the time commitment
2 minifigures — Collectible characters from Ninjago
$0.095 per piece — Better value than the Ninjago average
Pilot Season subtheme — A popular subcategory within Ninjago
From 2011 — Modern LEGO design and packaging quality
Theme Background
As a 2011 addition to Ninjago, part of the Pilot Season subcollection, the Skull Motorbike slots into the more affordable side of Ninjago. Ninjago is consistently one of the top-performing LEGO themes, and at $14.99 this set is priced accordingly. The $0.095 price-per-piece makes it one of the stronger values in Ninjago right now.
Collectors following Ninjago specifically should note the Pilot Season subtheme — it's a category that tends to draw attention and hold value, especially as sets in this tier age out of production.
Why This Set Is Special
This is a standard release in the Ninjago lineup without standout collector characteristics based on current data.
Frequently Asked Questions
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