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1935 Ariel 601cc Model F Square FourRegistration no. AOX 135Frame no. 6806Engine no. WA294•Early overhead-camshaft Square Four•Extensive recent refurbishment•Said to run superblyDesigned by the legendary Edward Turner, the Ariel Square Four was first shown at Olympia in 1930. Unique at the time of its introduction, the 'Squariel', as it was swiftly dubbed, featured a single block of four cylinders and twin geared-together crankshafts with pistons phased at 180 degrees. The crankcase was split horizontally, unusually for a motorcycle engine of the period, while the vertical valves were operated by a single overhead camshaft. A supercharged example was raced at the Isle of Man TT in 1931 without success, which was hardly surprising as its makers had envisaged the model as more of a luxury tourer than an out-and-out sports machine. Although launched as a '500', the Squariel was soon enlarged to 601cc with an eye on the important sidecar market, this bigger 4F6 version being made available for the 1932 model year. The '500' was dropped after 1932 but the '600' continued until the end of 1936, its place being taken by the totally redesigned Model 4G, with 995cc overhead-valve engine. The '600' 4F reappeared for 1939, redesigned along the lines of its larger sibling.This Model F Square Four benefits from over £4,000 spent on spare parts, outside labour, engine oil and a new battery over the last eight-or-so months (most invoices are available). Works carried out include: engine oil drained and flushed through three times to eliminate built-up sludge; oil seal fitted to the Burman BA gearbox; front and rear drive chains adjusted to correct tension; and the electrics (6-volt) checked and rectified as necessary. The fuel tank was removed and flushed out with sealer/anti-corrosion liquid, then sent to specialists to be stripped down and re-chromed. The top and side panels were then painted in black and lined in gold. A complete set of Amours heavyweight exhausts has been fitted, including the crossover balance pipe and silencers, and new finned clamps to the cylinder head. The vendor reports that the engine runs superbly.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1958 Royal Enfield 499cc 'Big Head' BulletRegistration no. VGH 427Frame no. 14648Engine no. 1910'So long as the British motorcycle industry continues to produce machines of the calibre of the current Royal Enfield Bullet, there is no need to debate upon 'the survival of the single'.' Written in 1960, Motor Cycling's words would turn out to be extraordinarily prophetic, as least as far as the Bullet's survival was concerned, as variants of it remain in production in India to this day. The motorcycle offered here is an original example of the later 'Big Head' 499cc Bullet, so called because of its increased cylinder head finning. Purchased in March 1975 by the late owner, the machine is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed (the engine does not turn). Accompanying documentation consists of an old-style continuation logbook and an old V5.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1973 MV Agusta 750GTRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. MV4C75*2140321*Engine no. 214-0262•Rare MV model•Believed restored by Kay Engineering•Only 1,811 kilometres since restoration•Regularly exercised until eight months agoDeveloped from MV Agusta's long line of successful multi-cylinder racers, the Italian company's first road-going four - the 4C, a twin-carburettor, 600cc, shaft-driven tourer - appeared in 1965. But the public demanded something more exciting from MV, and the Gallarate marque duly obliged in 1968, upping capacity to 743cc and further boosting maximum power (to 65bhp) by fitting a quartet of Dell'Orto carburettors to the revised and more sporting 750S. Perhaps surprisingly for a sports model, the 750S retained the 4C's shaft final drive while the frame too was virtually identical to that of its predecessor.It was followed a few years later by the 750GT (Gran Turismo) which, as its name suggests, was intended for touring. In keeping with the latter role the 750GT featured a dual seat, conventional handlebars and forward-mounted footrests in place of the single seat, clip-on 'bars and rear-set footrests of the 750S. Curiously though, it also gained a higher compression ratio and lower overall gearing - both surprising features given its intended purpose. Other noteworthy features included a slab-sided fuel tank, fork gaiters, front 'crash' bars, and a distinctive white and bronze colour scheme. Predictably, anyone sufficiently wealthy to buy a four-cylinder MV opted for the more stylish sports version, with the result that only 50 750GTs found customers. Although relatively unpopular in its day, the ultra-rare 750GT is now one of the most sought-after of MV roadsters. This 750GT was purchased restored from a Turin-based collector circa 2005 (together with the 1941 Indian Four in the collection). Hans was advised that marque specialists Kay Engineering had restored the machine, which has covered only 1,811 kilometres since the rebuild. Wonderfully presented, it must be one of very few remaining 750GTs that has not been modified or converted into a special. Hans Schifferle rode the MV for approximately 100 kilometres annually until approximately eight months ago. The machine is offered with German Fahrzeugschein and Fahrzeugbrief (de-registered); expired TüV (MoT) certificate; and assorted correspondence.Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1984 Yamaha 981cc TR1Registration no. B675 JMVFrame no. *5A8-007293*Engine no. *5A8-007293*A model developed with European riders in mind, the TR1 was the sensation of the 1980 Cologne Show. Looking like two XT/SR500 singles mounted on a common crankcase at 75 degrees, the TR1's v-twin motor was suspended beneath a fabricated spine frame and acted as a stressed chassis member. There was a fully enclosed rear chain and air-assisted springing at both ends – by means of a De Carbon mono-shock at the rear – while the 'italic' spoked alloy wheels were another feature also found on Yamaha's contemporary LC two-strokes. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, this TR1 displays a total of 2,315 miles on the odometer and comes with a V5 document.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1935 Sunbeam 598cc Model 7 Lion ProjectRegistration no. LG 8747Frame no. 7B-490.1.1164Engine no. B12774The first Sunbeam motorcycle - a 350cc side-valve single - left the Wolverhampton premises of John Marston, hitherto a manufacturer of finest quality enamelled goods, bicycles and - latterly - cars, in 1912. Like Marston's other products, his motorcycles soon established a reputation for sound construction and exemplary finish. Sunbeam's famous 'longstroke' 500cc sidevalve engine first appeared at the 1921 French Grand Prix, scoring a debut win in the hands of Alec Bennett, and in road-going form this remarkable engine remained in production right up until WW2. A version of it powered the new-for-1931 Model 6 Lion. Introduced in the summer of 1930, the revamped Lion replaced the old Model 6 and featured the innovations - for Sunbeam - of a chromium-plated fuel tank and Webb-pattern girder forks. A 598cc Model 7 Lion joined the range the following year and the two sidevalve workhorses continued in production - surviving Sunbeam's 1937 sale to AMC, relocation to Plumstead and the axing of the rest of the traditional models - until the outbreak of WW2. This Sunbeam Lion is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Various parts are missing, including the clutch basket, which was sent away for repair. The engine turns over freely, and the machine comes with a quantity of spare parts. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1971 BSA 247cc Victor 250 EnduroRegistration no. WWT 967JFrame no. PE 02302 B25TEngine no. PE 02302 B25TThis BSA 250 Victor was manufactured in November 1971 and despatched new to BSA Incorporated, Baltimore, Maryland, USA. An official safety inspection sticker (dated July 1981) found on the fork leg suggests it was bought by someone in Missouri. These late 250cc models, particularly the 'T', are rare as they were manufactured for less than two seasons immediately prior to the collapse of BSA-Triumph. Most 'T' models were exported, and they are seldom seen in the UK. In 2018 the BSA was re-imported into the UK and purchased by the vendor from Yeomans Motorcycles as a retirement project. The machine was in a poor state of repair when purchased (see photograph on file) and the vendor has tried to rebuild it as near as possible to original specification and to a high standard, sourcing services and parts from recognised specialists. All bills relating to the restoration are on file together with a V5C Registration Certificate and BSA Dating Certificate confirming that the machine retains its original engine. The machine also comes with the vendor's detailed account of the restoration works carried out (perusal recommended). Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1960 Royal Enfield 693cc ConstellationRegistration no. 572 PPKFrame no. 5965Engine no. CM6159QBLike BSA and Triumph, Royal Enfield went on to enlarge its 500cc twin, eclipsing its rivals with the 700cc Meteor, Britain's largest vertical twin when introduced for 1953. Extensive revisions to the engine and the adoption of a new frame (shared by the Bullet singles) ushered in the Super Meteor version in the autumn of 1955. While the Super Meteor was a fine performer, Enfield's next development - the Constellation - was outstanding. This distressed example of one of Britain's rarer parallel twins was purchased in November 1974, only two months after its last tax disc expired. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed (the engine does not turn), the machine comes with an old-style continuation logbook and an old V5.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1989 Suzuki GSX-R750 SlingshotRegistration no. G805 OEOFrame no. GR7AA-102138Engine no. R716-105404Suzuki rewrote the 750-class rulebook when it launched the GSX-R750 back in 1985. The Gixxer's development had been heavily influenced by lessons learned from the works TT F1 and Endurance racers; lighter than a 600 and as powerful as a 1000, it made all other super-sports 750s seem flabby and slow. Like its predecessor, this new-for-1988 second generation GSX-R benefited from experience gained in racing, featuring a much stiffer frame and swinging arm; larger-diameter forks; larger front brakes; 4-pot brake callipers; 17' wheels; and a more aerodynamically efficient fairing. The engine had a shorter stoke; bigger valves; larger oil radiator; 4-into-2 exhaust system; and 36mm flat-slide 'Slingshot' carburettors that gave the model its nickname.One of the modern era's few instant classics, the GSX-R750 has been a huge commercial success for Suzuki and enjoys cult status today. Now more than 30 years old, many early GSX-Rs have suffered at the hands of successive owners, a state of affairs that has resulted in well preserved examples becoming increasingly sought after by collectors. Currently displaying a total of 26,794 miles on the odometer, this Slingshot last ran in July 2020 and has been dry-stored since August 2020 when the late owner passed away. There is some corrosion present, and the bodywork shows signs of repairs. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Offered with a V5C document.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1982 Kawasaki GPZ550Registration no. XVT 175XFrame no. KZ550H-013433Engine no. KZ550OE02450The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 48,300 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted the vehicle registration number 'XVT 175X' appears on the HPI database however, the machine is offered without documents. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the VRN, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1951 AJS 350cc Model 16Registration no. CN 6258Frame no. 65257Engine no. 51 16MS 14126The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Despite displaying the Vehicle Registration Number 'CN 6258', the VRN does not appear on the HPI/DVLA database. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the VRN, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Offered with a Singapore vehicle registration book and a handwritten purchase receipt.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate c.1954 Triumph 'Rolling Chassis'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 47909Engine no. n/aThis Lot consists of a swinging-arm frame dating from the 1954 model year, the first year that Triumph made this form of rear suspension available. As such, it could have been fitted to any one of the existing 500cc or 650cc models when it left the factory. The engine and rear wheel are missing, but the front forks, front wheel, shock absorbers, rear mudguard, solo saddle and gearbox (number '6599') are in place, as is the oil tank. There are no documents with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1963 BSA 250cc C15Registration no. CME 107AFrame no. C15.38709Engine no. CSS 2968The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 3,176 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted the vehicle registration number 'CME 107A' appears on the HPI database however, the machine is offered without documents. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the VRN, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1930's J.A.P-Powered Speedway MotorcycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. F51/3Engine no. JORY 733014Powered by a J.A.P. 4-stud twin-port engine, this old speedway machine was purchased by the present owner approximately 3 years ago. It was effectively in 'barn find' condition, and was missing a number of parts, i.e., rear wheel, seat, petrol and oil tanks, clutch, and air intake. The vendor found, or had made, all these parts to complete the bike, with the intention of displaying the machine at local shows, although age and other projects now take precedence. No attempt has been made to start it, and it is more or less 'as found' and sold strictly as seen. Whilst the engine turns over, its mechanical condition is unknown, and prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the originality and compatibility of its component parts. It will require re-commissioning or further restoration, and safety checks prior to any use. There is no documentation with this lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1996 Honda 49cc MagnaRegistration no. P540 DEPFrame no. AC13-1014764Engine no. AC09E-2014727This charming miniature cruiser is styled to look like Honda's full-size offerings in the V4-powered Magna family. No V4 in this one, though, as it's powered by a 49cc air-cooled four-stroke engine producing 3.9bhp, which drives via a four-speed gearbox. The model was produced (for Japan only) from 1995 to 2007. Built for the home market, this Honda Magna 50 was imported from Japan in 2017 and UK-registered in 2017. Currently displaying a total of 11,567 kilometres on the odometer, the machine was last run in September 2021 and is described by the vendor as in good condition throughout. Accompanying documentation includes an official Honda dating letter; another from the Francis-Barnett Owners Club; a V5C Registration Certificate; and a fresh MoT.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1935/c.1930 Velocette 480cc MOV/KTT Special Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. CMD 6733Engine no. KTTThis special, which comprised a c.1935 MOV frame and an incomplete KTT engine, together with a Mark 2 gearbox, was acquired by the vendor approximately five years ago in dismantled condition. He had the inspiration of building a larger capacity version of the popular and successful KTT racer to use in hillclimbs and sprints. After finding some of the missing components, the machine was assembled with new replica crankcases, hubs and brakeplates. The engine is a larger bore and stroke than a standard KTT, giving a capacity of approximately 480cc. Completed some three years ago, it has not yet been started, and will therefore need some commissioning work (the magneto, in particular, no longer sparks), and safety checks prior to any future use. Prospective buyers should satisfy themselves as to the suitability and compatibility of its component parts. There is no documentation with this lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1955 Francis Barnett 197cc FalconRegistration no. PYE 53Frame no. VM7468 (partially obscured)Engine no. 38725The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 32,382 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Accompanying documentation consists of a part V5C, RF.60 logbook and an expired MoT. Last taxed until July 1975.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1967 Moto Guzzi 125cc Stornello Registration no. not registeredFrame no. T*07BC*10M22780MEngine no. T*07BC*The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. There are no documents offered with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1979 Honda 50cc Camino DX MopedRegistration no. GAH 439TFrame no. V1097911Engine no. PA50E-E1175982The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for re-commissioning and/or restoration, the machine displays a total of 4,512 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Accompanying documentation consists of V5C Registration Certificate and expired MoT's.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1952 BSA 125cc BantamRegistration no. not registered (see text)Frame no. YD172807Engine no. 70198YDThe machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 30,686 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Offered without documents. It should be noted the Vehicle Registration Number displayed pertains to a Rover motor car and not this machine.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1923 Norton 633cc Big 4Registration no. XM 6742Frame no. 9843Engine no. 4345•Early 'flat tank' Norton•Present family ownership since 1946•Off the road since 1955•Restoration projectNorton relied on proprietary engines in its formative years - winning the inaugural Isle of Man TT with a Peugeot-engined machine - before introducing its own design of power unit in 1907. The long-stroke (82 x 120mm) sidevalve single displaced 633cc and the new model it powered became known as the 'Big 4'. Smaller capacity versions followed and in 1911 the 500 adopted the classic 79x100mm bore/stroke dimensions which would characterise the half-litre (actually 490cc) Norton for the next 50 years. Norton's sidevalve engines were revised for 1914 and in 1921 the Model 16, as it had become known, received a new lower frame, becoming the 16H. Considered by many to be an ideal sidecar 'tug', the Big 4 (and 16H) would be continuously up-dated for the next 30-plus years, many seeing service with Allied forces in WW2. Post-war, the Big 4 was revised with a shorter (113mm) stroke for a capacity of 597cc before taking its final bow, alongside the16H, in 1954. A wonderful example of an original and un-restored Norton Big 4 'flat tanker', 'XM 6742' was purchased by the vendor's late father in 1946 and last used on the road in 1955. It took part in the Land's End Trial on three occasions during the 1950s and comes with some charming black-and-white photographs taken at around that time. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, the machine is offered with a V5C document, and an old-style buff logbook issued in 1942. The logbook lists the vendor's father as '1st change' and shows that the Norton was formerly attached to a sidecar. The previous owner is recorded as one George Waverley Smith of Sanderstead (from 19th September 1938). The machine features a non-original electric lighting system (original included in the sale).Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The property of the late John Renwick 1950/1951 Vincent 'Prometheus' 1,248cc Series-C Rapide Sidecar Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. RC7471Engine no. F10AB/1/7002•Highly successful Vincent racing outfit•Stellar performance•Built, raced, and maintained by John RenwickIn 1982, just a few years after John Renwick turned his back on modern sidecar racing following the FIM's 1976 ban on hub-centre steering and other innovations, Prometheus emerged from John's workshop to contest classic sidecar racing. The chair was detachable, and wheels were 16' fore and aft, with a 12' wheel on the sidecar. Prometheus has a capacity of 1,248cc from bore and stroke dimensions of 90mm x 98mm, and generates 102 bhp at 6,500 rpm at the back wheel on high octane petrol. This is considerably more than double the original power output of the 1951 Series-C Rapide on which it is based. At the heart of the engine is John's own crankshaft with bob weights and Carillo rods. The standard Vincent crank uses full circle flywheels and a pressed steel crankpin pulled up tight with a large nut at both ends. The nuts are recessed and therefore the pressed portions are relatively short. By contrast the Renwick crank is permanently pressed under 30 tons of hydraulic pressure. The 1½' diameter pin is in EN36 steel and is a .006' interference fit in the EN24T 'wheels'. The mainshafts are machined oversize and then ground to size after assembly. The gearbox has a Quaife five speed cluster as originally commissioned by John Surtees.Having been progressively developed through the mid-eighties, Prometheus won the first six races of the 1987 season with John Renwick in the pilot's seat and Micky Carter in the sidecar, but in practice at Donington Micky fell from the chair, and in the ensuing crash John broke an arm and a leg. Following his recovery, a double win was achieved at Snetterton in 1989, but outings were only sporadic through the nineties. At Mallory Park's Sidecar Festival in October 1998, with Peter Branton in the sidecar, the result was a win. In the late 1990s John sprinted Prometheus at The Brighton Speed Trials with a best time of 13.9 seconds but finishing second to Dave Goddard's long wheelbase Suzuki outfit was the spur to the creation of Epimetheus, the next chapter in the story. When Prometheus was first built the cut-off date for visible components was 1958, so Vincent drum brakes were fitted all round, but as the cut-off date moved forwards, components were upgraded accordingly, including the fitting of hydraulic disc brakes to the front and rear wheels. In 2005 Prometheus ran at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, and then most recently in 2006 at the Sidecar Festival, Pukekohe, New Zealand. After a period of inactivity re-commissioning will be required before further use. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An AJS enginenumbered G8406, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1974 NVT 'Cosworth' Experimental PrototypeRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. noneEngine no. noneThe urgent need to replace its ageing Commando twin with something more modern for both road and track prompted NVT to commission a new engine design from Cosworth Engineering, applicable to both a production roadster and a race-bike. First shown in 1975, the Challenge water-cooled unitary construction twin borrowed heavily from Cosworth's 3.0-litre DFV V8 Formula 1 engine, yet despite a claimed maximum power output of 115-120bhp, the racer's handful of outings were disappointing, rider Dave Croxford being unable to match his old Commando-powered machine's lap times. With NVT on the point of collapse, the project was shelved in 1976. The Commando-based machine offered here appears to be a test-bed for Cosworth's DOHC four-valves-per-cylinder technology applied to a water-cooled twin-cylinder engine with separate gearbox; as such, it might have been conceived as an update for the Commando engine that would have been cheaper than tooling up for the all-new Challenge. Interestingly, the machine is marked 'P89' to a plate between the instruments, the Challenge project being coded 'P86'. The right-side primary drive and final drive, using a reversed Norton gearbox, are particularly worthy of note.Owned by the vendor for over 30 years, the machine was purchased from Stafford-based motorcycle dealer Cyril Chell, who had bought it at NVT's liquidation sale. The machine has not been used since purchase and its mechanical condition is not known. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Velocette MAC enginenumbered MAC 24554 and crankcase mating numbers G76, for restoration, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

New Hudson AutocycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. MC2176Engine no. XXA40552The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. This New Hudson appears to be an older restoration and is therefore sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. There are no documents offered with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1984 Kawasaki GPz1100 ProjectRegistration no. A982 TCR (see text)Frame no. JKA7XBA11EA013910Engine no. KZTI0BE034267Topping Kawasaki's range for 1981 were two new 1,089cc models: the Z1100A tourer and GPz1100 sports roadster. While the former boasted shaft drive and carburettor induction, the latter was chain driven and fitted with fuel injection, an innovation Kawasaki had first tried on the Z1000H a year or so previously. We are advised by the vendor that this incomplete and distressed GPz1100 was modified in 'street-fighter' style by the previous owner and then passed on to the current vendor when the previous owner passed away. Dry stored for approximately four years and sold on account of the vendor's ill health, the machine is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. A total of 30,181 miles is showing on the odometer. The machine's mechanical condition is not known. There are no documents with this Lot; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Enfield KS100Registration no. not registeredFrame no. PF100789Engine no. PE200789The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 227 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1982 Honda CX500Registration no. FGP 383XFrame no. CX500-231674Engine no. unable to accessThe machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 17,392 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Accompanying documents consists of old style V5/V5C, expired MoT's and Haynes workshop manual.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1965 AJS 497cc Model 18Registration no. not registeredFrame no. A87489 and 026010Engine no. 18 135074Associated Motor Cycles announced its post-war range of AJS and Matchless heavyweight singles in June 1945. Housed in a rigid frame with Teledraulic front fork, the rugged overhead-valve engine drove via a four-speed gearbox. Hairpin valve springs were adopted for 1949 and a swinging-arm frame introduced, models so-equipped being suffixed 'S'. Major changes to the engine were the big news for 1958, a switch from dynamo to alternator electrics necessitating the adoption of a cast-alloy primary chaincase. Battery/coil ignition arrived at the same time, so the distinctive magneto drive cover was deleted, and the timing gears contained within a smaller case. These revised models were also distinguished by shorter shock absorbers and chromed wheel centres. The next major revisions arrived on the 1964 range, which featured Norton hubs/brakes and Roadholder forks together with short-stroke (85.5mm) engines. Pushrod tunnels were made integral with the cylinder and the bottom-end bearing arrangements improved, resulting in a less leak-prone and more reliable engine. This AJS Model 18 was purchased from the Netherlands circa 2007 and restored by Helmut Lichtenberger. Items renewed included the wheel rims and spokes, and the machine was fitted with an after-market stand. Only 520 kilometres have been covered since the restoration. Very nicely presented, the machine is offered with a German Fahrzeugschein; an old South African registration document; and an expired TüV (MoT) certificate and correspondence.Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1990 Honda VRF400R Type NC30Frame no. NC30-2000058Engine no. to be advisedFollowing the arrival of the VFR750R (RC30) race replica in the late 1980s, it was only to be expected that some of its style and technology would rub off on Honda's smaller V4s. The first of these mini race-reps was the NC21, which was followed by the NC24 with RC30-style single-sided swinging arm. Restricted to a maximum of 59PS (59.8bhp) for the Japanese market, these models were not officially imported into the UK, unlike the successor NC30 which boasted a specification not far short of the RC's: alloy beam frame; single-sided swinger; close-ratio gearbox; twin-lamp fairing; RC-type brakes; and a 360-degree crankshaft. Testing a full power (62.5bhp) UK model in August 1991, Bike magazine recorded a top speed of 122.7mph into a strong headwind with the NC 1,000 revs short of the red line, indicating a probable maximum in excess of 130. Boasting RC30 looks and equally exemplary build quality, but at a fraction of the cost, the NC30 is fast becoming one of the most collectible classics of the 1990s. Offered from long-term ownership and last taxed in May 2012, this example last ran in July 2020 and has been dry-stored since August 2020 when the late owner passed away. Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The odometer reading is 25,739 miles. Accompanying documentation consists of some expired MoTs; two V5C documents; and an owner's manual. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate c.1942 BSA 496cc M20Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 73379 WM20Engine no. WM20.35127BSA launched a new single-cylinder range 1937. Intended mainly for the sidecar enthusiast, the two biggest sidevalve models were the 496cc M20 and 596cc M21, both of which came with rigid frames, girder forks and four-speed, hand-change gearboxes. Ruggedly built and endowed with copious low-speed pulling power, both models were highly successful in their intended role as sidecar tugs and many M20s did sterling service as despatch riders' mounts with Allied forces during WW2. The duo were regularly updated, important developments prior to WW2 including the adoption of a foot-change gearbox and, in the M21's case, a change to a longer-stroke 591cc engine. M20 production ceased in 1955. Purchased in March 1978, this incomplete and distressed wartime M20 is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. There are no documents with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate c.1983 Montesa-Honda MH200 TrialsRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. to be advisedEngine no. to be advisedFounded in the mid-1940s in Barcelona, Montesa entered road racing in the early 1950s but its major impact on motorcycle sport would be away from the tarmac, the Scorpion and Capra moto-crossers and Cota trials iron being the equal of any of their contemporaries. Despite their many competition successes, by 1981 Montesa was in a sorry state financially and needed a major injection of capital to survive. With the Spanish government's approval, Honda came to Montesa's rescue, gaining a strategic European manufacturing base in the process, and now own the firm outright. An affordable entry into Twin-Shock trials competitions, this Montesa-Honda was purchased somewhere between 2010 and 2015 and last ran prior to 2016. Its mechanical condition is not known and thus the machine is sold strictly as viewed. There are no documents with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1951 BSA 125cc BantamRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. YD778SSEngine no. BDBY27600The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 23,752 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. There are no documents offered with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1974 Ducati 750SSRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. DM750SS *075105Engine no. 075122 DM750.1•Landmark Ducati model•Correct numbers and stamps•An older restoration•Owned by Hans Schifferle since 2002It was, without question, Paul Smart's famous victory at Imola in April 1972 that really put Ducati's new v-twin on the map. It was a particularly sweet occasion for hitherto un-fancied Ducati, as the Bologna factory defeated not only the race-proven Triumph Tridents of Percy Tait, John Cooper and Ray Pickrell, but also the works 750 MV Agusta of Giacomo Agostini. With such an outstanding pedigree, the 750SS was a natural choice for racing's Superbike category, and later on proved highly competitive in AMA 'Battle of the Twins' (BOTT) and club Super Street racing in the 1980s. Smart's bike was based on the 750 Sport roadster introduced that same year. The racer's cycle parts remained close to stock - even the centre stand lugs were retained! - merely being up-rated with triple Lockheed disc brakes while the engine gained desmodromic cylinder heads, high-compression pistons and stronger con-rods. When the definitive production version - the 750SS - appeared in 1974 it differed little in overall conception from the Imola '72 bikes, among the most obvious external differences being the adoption of a centre-axle fork and Brembo front brakes. The big 'Imola' fuel tank and humped racing seat both featured on the road bike, which wore a cockpit faring rather than the racer's fuller streamlining. The 750SS received rave reviews in the motorcycling press, being hailed by Cycle magazine as 'a bike that stands at the farthest reaches of the sporting world - the definitive factory-built café racer'. Today the 750SS is regarded as a true landmark model and is one of the most sought-after of all Ducatis. A letter on file from Helmut Lichtenberg states that Hans Schifferle bought this Ducati 750SS in June 2002 from the Turin-based collector, Genni Carelli. It is believed that the machine had been restored by Mario Sassi (see tank sticker). The motorcycle was sent directly from Italy to the Schmid car dealership in Höhenkirchen, Germany where Herr Lichtenberg was responsible for the motorcycle department. He inspected the Ducati thoroughly on behalf of Mr Schifferle, recommissioned it and prepared it for the German TüV (MoT equivalent). The original wheels including the rims, spokes and wheel bearings were found to be in excellent condition. New rim tape was fitted together with new Pirelli tyres and inner-tubes. The motorcycle passed the TüV without problems and was registered in Germany on 14th May 2003, since when it has been rarely and carefully used. Only 3,670 kilometres have been covered since restoration. Helmut Lichtenberg stated that in 2010 the Ducati was in excellent mechanical and cosmetic condition (see aforementioned letter on file).Marque specialist Ian Falloon has confirmed that he knows this 750SS and that there is no problem regarding its provenance and authenticity. The numbers and stamps are correct, and the machine is recorded in his registry. Both rare and highly desirable, this iconic Ducati is offered with a 1974 Ducati 750cc spare parts catalogue; German Fahrseugschein and Fahrzeugbrief (de-registered); expired TüV certificate; assorted correspondence; and the aforementioned letter from Helmut Lichtenberg. Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1941 Matchless/AJS 348cc G3/L (see text)Registration no. LWE 797Frame no. 54815Engine no. 41/G3L 73551Weighing as much as the 500cc model from which most of them were derived, but considerably less powerful, the typical British '350' of the 1940s/1950s was not likely to be anyone's first choice as a fast sports bike. Rather, these honest, workaday mounts were chosen for other reasons, chiefly their inherent strength, dependability and economy. This motorcycle is something of an AMC hybrid, its engine having the forward-mounted magneto of the AJS while the crankcases are stamped 'G3/L' (Matchless). The machine is presented in 'oily rag' cosmetic condition; the engine turns over freely with good compression, but otherwise the machine's mechanical condition is not known. Sold strictly as viewed, the machine is offered with old/current V5C documents; DVLA correspondence; and a quantity of expired MoTs.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1948 Ariel-Triumph 500ccRegistration no. MPE 400 (See text)Frame no. None visibleEngine no. 9-5T-19718The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Despite displaying the Vehicle Registration Number 'MPE 400', the VRN does not appear on the HPI/DVLA database. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the VRN, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Offered with expired MoT's, Ariel Owners Club letter and DVLA correspondence.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1939 Matchless 982cc Model XRegistration no. GJO 996Frame no. 981Engine no. 39/X 5573•Charismatic 1930s v-twin•An older restoration•Requires re-commissioningUnlike the vast majority of Britain's motorcycle manufacturers, which were located in the Birmingham and Coventry areas, Matchless were based in Plumstead, South London. The name 'Matchless' first appeared in the 1890s on cycles manufactured by H H Collier, whose sons Charlie and Harry would later join him in the business. The firm's first - experimental - motorcycle appeared in 1899 and its first production model in 1902.These early Matchless motorcycles were JAP powered but in 1912 the firm introduced a 500cc single of its own design. Nevertheless, within a short time it had gone, along with all the other singles, and for the next several years Matchless built only v-twins. Matchless had offered v-twin sidecar tugs from its earliest days, and by 1913 there were no fewer than six different models on offer ranging from 3½hp to 8hp in nominal rating. These included 8hp models, one of which was fitted with a Matchless engine (the 7B) and the other a proprietary MAG. The latter was typed '8B' and later would form the basis for the legendary Model H motorcycle combination. Production of these MAG-engined models resumed after The Great War and continued into the 1920s despite the presence of a more modern Matchless-engined rival in the range. Designated 'X/2' on its launch in 1925, this 982cc sidevalve v-twin would remain in production until the outbreak of WW2, its engine being supplied to Brough Superior for use in the SS80 from 1935 onwards. While lesser models came and went, the stately Model X remained a fixture of the range, progressively updated, until 1940. The most significant upgrades along the way were introduced for 1937 when the Model X adopted a shorter frame, restyled fuel tank, and front-mounted magneto. This Model X had already been restored when it was purchased by the lady vendor's late husband. According to DVLA correspondence in the history files, it appears the engine was changed from number '5478' to '5573', the latter still falling within the range for 1939. Kept in dry storage, the Matchless was never used by its late owner, though the engine has been occasionally turned over by the lady vendor's son. Following a period of inactivity, re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent will be required before returning the machine to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying paperwork consists of V5C, expired MoT's (most recent 2013), marque-related literature and various DVLA correspondence. Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1948 Vincent-HRD 998cc Series-B RapideRegistration no. 172 UXRFrame no. R2628Engine no. F10AB/1/920 Crankcase mating no's. J29/J29 (over stamped on left-hand crankcase)Ever since the Series A's arrival in 1937, the Vincent v-twin has been synonymous with design innovation, engineering excellence and superlative high performance. Philip Vincent's machines bristled with innovative features, the brake pedal, footrests, seat height and gear-change lever all being adjustable. The finish was to a very high standard commensurate with the cost of the machine, which was virtually double that of any of its contemporaries. But above all else it was the Vincent's stupendous performance that captivated motorcyclists, whether they could afford one or not. With a top speed approaching 120mph, and bettering it in the Black Shadow's case, the Vincent v-twin was the fastest road vehicle of its day.The machine offered here consists of the upper frame from a Series-B Rapide that was despatched to Atlantic Motorcycles in the USA on 19th May 1948 and an engine from another Series-B Rapide despatched to a dealer called Esler in the USA on 13th July 1948. '172 UXR' was purchased by the late Ken Senior in April 2006 having had three prior owners (since 1981). Last MoT'd in 2006 and last taxed until February 2007, the machine currently displays a total of 3,362 miles on the odometer and is offered in need of re-commissioning and the customary safety checks. Sold strictly as viewed, it comes with old/current V5C registration documents and an expired MoT.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1955 CM Francolino 175Registration no. not registeredFrame no. CM583Engine no. CM175 583CM was founded in Bologna in 1930 by rider/engineers Oreste Drusiani (whose son Alfonso would later find fame with Mondial) and Mario Cavedagna. Powered by overhead-valve and overhead-camshaft engines of various capacities up to 500cc, CM's motorcycles soon gained a reputation for both indestructibility and speed, its 'cammy' 350 ridden successfully by Guglielmo Sandri in the mid-1930s being particularly noteworthy. The company kept faith with the four-stroke engine in the immediately post-war years and then in 1949 introduced the first of a range of two-strokes, the ultimate expression of which was a 250cc twin. But the company was not yet done with four-stroke models, launching the overhead-cam Francolino 175 sports roadster in 1956. Belatedly climbing aboard the scooter bandwagon in 1958, the firm had ceased production by the decade's end. This CM Francolino had already been restored when it was purchased in September 2006 (it is believed the rebuild included the engine but this cannot be known for certain). An ASI sticker to the rear suggests the CM was purchased from Italy. Only 136 kilometres have been covered since the restoration and the machine is very nicely presented. Accompanying documentation consists of a German Fahrzeugbrief and an expired TüV (MoT) certificate and correspondence. Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

From the estate of the late Roy Houghton 1957 Norton-Ariel 998cc Square Four SpecialRegistration no. NSL 971Frame no. M14 70339Engine no. NML 1307 (re-stamped)•Unique special•Won Best in Show at the Louis Vuitton Annual ConcoursThis superb Noriel special was Roy Houghton's most favourite motorcycle. By extensively utilising Norton tinware and rolling chassis items, as opposed to Ariel components, the machine looks different from the average Featherbed/Square Four combination. Indeed, the most striking thing about the result is that it looks like a factory catalogued model! Getting it to look this convincing was far from easy, and the lengths Roy had to go to in order to achieve perfection are recounted in an article published in The Classic Motor Cycle (March 2001, edition photocopy on file). The Featherbed frame is from a 1957 Norton Model 50 and the engine is a 4G Mk2 unit dating from the same year. Other notable Norton components include Roadholder forks; both wheels; Commando TLS front brake; and 'pear drop' silencers, the latter a particularly stylish touch. The project took up Roy's time for much of the 1990s, and the completed machine was registered in 2000. Roy liked to keep a low profile, but some 20 years ago was persuaded to enter his Noriel in the Louis Vuitton annual concours at the Hurlingham Club where it was, unsurprisingly, adjudged 'Best in Show' (see photograph of the LV Award on file). This unique machine is also offered with V5 and V5C documents; Ariel Owner's Guide; Ariel Lubrication Chart; a selection of professional-quality photographs; and the aforementioned photocopied TCM article.'There are absolutely no short cuts or bodges on this machine,' declared TCM. 'Roy has kept to his intention that nothing should compromise the lines of his machine, and he has succeeded brilliantly.' We can only concur.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 2001 Moto Guzzi 1,064cc California EVRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. ZGUK2KDYM115706Engine no. 020478'An Italian with real history – the Moto Guzzi California 1100EV hasn't changed hugely since the 850cc version of 1972. But it's still a machine well worth considering. The California 1100EV is a cruiser/tourer that actually handles.' – Motor Cycle News.An engine design that originated in the early post-war years, Moto Guzzi's venerable 90-degree v-twin is still around today, albeit much modified and updated, powering the company's latest generation of superbikes, tourers and cruisers. Guzzi's take on the latter first appeared in the mid-1970s in the form of the 850 T3 California. The styling was unashamedly American inspired: fat 'buddy' seat, cow-horn 'bars, king-size mudguards, foot boards, panniers, screen and lashings of chrome, all of which conspired to make it look like Italy's answer to the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide. The design has changed in detail over the years, the engine growing to 1,064cc and the cycle parts being upgraded with the latest kit, but the concept remains unchanged. 'This isn't some faceless Japanese pretend cruiser, but an original,' as Bike magazine observed in 1998. This Moto Guzzi California was purchased new 15th May 2001 (for long distance touring) from Motorradsport Schmid, costing 21.700 DM before extras. Currently displaying a total of 4,747 kilometres on the odometer, the machine is offered with a 2012 servicing invoice; German Fahrzeugschein; expired TüV (MoT) certificate and correspondence; and an owner's manual.Footnotes:Ω Import VAT High RateImport tax at the higher rate of 20% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK. NMTNew Means of Transport (HMRC) Tax at the rate of 20% of the Hammer Price will apply should the lot remain in the UK. This applies to imported vehicles displaying less than 6,000km from new.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NMT NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.NMT Motor vehicle lot originates from or is registered in another EU member state and has travelled less than 6,000km from new. Accordingly HMRC and the DVLA classify such machines as 'New Means of Transport' under the Nova Scheme and are subject to VAT at 20% on the hammer price.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com The frame number is ZGUKDB2KDYM115706. The engine number is KD 020467.Please note we are advised by the HMRC the 20% New Means of Transport VAT is no longer payable by buyers from Great Britain following the update to the Northern Ireland protocol. However, please note the HMRC advise that the 20% New Means of Transport VAT is still applicable to buyers from Norther Ireland.

c.1954 Vincent Amanda Water-scooterEngine serial number T20AUM 22F 5513 to plaque. Suitable for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A c.1939 believed Velocette KSS projectincluding frame numbered CMS 6327, engine numbered KSS 8224 together with wheels, petrol tank, toolbox, oil tank, silencer, mudguards and other sundry parts, completeness and condition unknown, close inspection advised. There are no documents with this Lot. It should be noted that the registration number 'FTV 166' is not listed in the HPI/DVLA database. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to the validity of the vehicle's registration number prior to bidding. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊◊◊ £60 + VAT uplift and storage at £12 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Barr & Stroud cutaway enginenumbered 22899, mounted on wooden base, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1973 Honda CB500Registration no. TRR 120LFrame no. CB500-2030936Engine no. CB550E-1154665The machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration, the machine displays a total of 19,510 miles on the odometer and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Accompanying documentation consists of a V5C Registration Certificate.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1956 Harley-Davidson 55ci Model KHRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. M709861701RMEngine no. 56KH2378•Harley-Davidson's last 'flat head' model•Purchased circa 2017•3,178 miles since restorationIntroduced in 1952, the 45ci (750cc) Model K effectively replaced the long-running WL that had done such sterling work during WW2 as the WLD. The Model K would turn out to be Harley's final 'flat head'. Almost a complete break with the past, the K adopted many ideas from Europe: unitary construction of engine/transmission; swinging-arm rear suspension; and foot operated gear change and hand clutch, but despite better handling than its similar-sized predecessor, proved little faster. Not so the racing KR that it inspired. Harley-Davidson had not won the prestigious Daytona Beach race since WW2, so the KR's winning debut there in 1953 was greeted with intense relief back in Milwaukee. BSA struck back the following year, but for the next seven events it would be a Harley in the winner's circle. In 1953, five AMA Class C flat track national events were won, and in 1954 KR racers won 13 of 18 races. On flat tracks the KR raced with a rigid rear end, retaining the swinging arm for circuit races such as the Daytona 200. The Model K roadster continued in the line-up until the end of 1956, from 1954 onwards as the heavily revised and much improved 55ci (900cc) KH. For the latter, almost every engine component was upgraded; the crankcase strengthened; the clutch beefed up; and the frame modified for better handling. Although the KH street bike lasted for only a couple of years, the racer ran on successfully well into the 1960s; indeed, its final Daytona victory in 1969 was the KR's 12th at the Florida track. The KH was one of the many Harley-Davidsons model types owned by Elvis Presley. Beautifully presented in Ocean Blue, this KH was purchased circa 2017 from a Turin-based collector and has covered only 3,178 miles since restoration. KHs commonly have wet-sumping problems but this example is said to have been configured correctly. Accompanying documentation consists of German registration papers; old ASI papers; expired TüV (MoT) certificate; and assorted correspondence. Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Matchless engine castingsincluding crankcases numbered 54/G80S1645C together with cylinder barrel, cylinder head, rocker box cover, completeness and condition unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1927 Raleigh 248cc Model 15Registration no. SV 6495Frame no. J9283Engine no. M9146A typical lightweight Raleigh of the Vintage era, the Model 15 was manufactured between 1925 and 1929 and was powered by a 248cc single-cylinder sidevalve engine driving via a three-speed Sturmey-Archer gearbox with chain final drive. This Raleigh Model 15 was purchased at a UK auction in October 2005, since when it has been kept on display in the vendor's office and not used. At that time (2005) the machine was said to have been purchased derelict in 1999 and the engine rebuilt. The Raleigh then completed the Banbury Run twice and had not been used for two years when sold in 2005. Re-commissioning will be required before returning the machine to the road. Offered with a V5C document.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

C.1927 Zenith-JAP 678cc Model 6-80Registration no. not registered (see text)Frame no. 9960Engine no. GT/I 81205Zenith motorcycles were manufactured from 1904 until 1950 in a variety of factories in and around London. From the early days proprietary engines were used, such as Fafnir, Precision, JAP, Bradshaw and Villiers. Zenith failed to weather the financial storms of the early 1930s, and after a succession of closures and changes of ownership re-emerged after WW2 with a solitary model: a 750cc JAP-powered sidevalve v-twin, which lasted only a few more years. Dating from Zenith's Vintage-era heyday, this sidevalve-engined Zenith-JAP ('the six which pulls like an eighty') consists of a frame dating from the end of 1926 and an engine from late 1927. The Zenith was purchased by the vendor's father in 1937, at which time it was attached to a tradesman's sidecar. Many years later the vendor inherited the Zenith from his father. The tatty tradesman's sidecar was removed and restoration work commenced. The fuel tank was restored; the handlebars, control cables, and wheels sorted out; the mudguards repaired; and the frame repainted in black. The primary chain case was missing, so the vendor had a new one cast using an original as a pattern. Sadly, the vendor has not had time to complete the restoration and thus the Zenith is offered dismantled and sold strictly as viewed. An old tax disc shows that the machine was once registered as 'KH 4496'.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Beardmore Precision enginenumbered 352, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Believed Giulietta 50cc Super SportRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. *16792*Engine no. FM3MThe machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. There are no documents offered with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ridden by Tommy RobbHonda 250cc RC163 Grand Prix ReplicaRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. JML-PMR 006Engine no. MC14E-1072447•Built by Phil Morris•Based directly on Mike Hailwood's RC163•Honda CBR250RR engineThe Honda RC163 won the 250cc World Championship with Jim Redman riding in its debut year of 1962, which also marked the recruitment of Tommy Robb into the Honda Grand Prix Team. The diminutive Ulsterman duly rewarded their faith in him by winning the 250cc class at the Ulster GP, beating champion-elect Jim Redman in the process. In fact, Tommy finished inside the top six in all four World Championship classes contested by Honda that year, a better performance than any of their other riders. Genuine examples of Honda's fabulous Grand Prix-winning multi-cylinder racers of the 1960s have always been out of the financial reach of all but the most wealthy collectors and museums. Generally considered far too precious to parade, let alone race, they are seldom seen in action. The result of this situation has been the growth in recent years of a 'cottage industry' of replica-builders, many of whom use the four-cylinder engine of the modern CB250R sports roadster, a Japan-only model never officially imported into the UK. When first introduced in 1986 as the Type MC14, this little jewel had around 45bhp on tap at 14,500rpm. The series progressed via the CBR250R (MC17 and MC19) to the CBR250RR (MC22) and was last made in 1999, though the engine type (MC14E) remained the same throughout. Water-cooling aside, it is the closest in spirit to Honda's Grand Prix power units of the 1960s. This CBR250RR-powered RC163 replica is one of 25 built by Phil Morris, which were eagerly snapped up by customers worldwide. Frame number '006', it is based on Mike Hailwood's works RC163 (owned by Frank Levy and displayed in the National Motor Museum, Beaulieu) which was borrowed for the purpose. The rolling chassis, cycle parts, tanks, and exhausts are faithful copies of the originals, while the machine also boasts numerous Hailwood-specific details. This is the first example completed and has been kept by Phil as a reference. 'There isn't another as close to the real thing,' he tells us. This RC163 replica has been ridden by former Honda works rider and Grand Prix winner Tommy Robb at numerous major events, and is the No. 2 bike of two similar available to him. The machine comes with a massive history file of invoices and other material.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1954 Capriolo 148cc Cento 50Registration no. PSL 191Frame no. 00122Engine no. 00122Named after the roe deer, the Capriolo marque emerged in 1948 from the ashes of the giant Caproni group, formerly one of Italy's largest manufacturing concerns. Capriolo commenced two-wheeled production with a 50cc ultra-lightweight before swiftly moving on to the 75cc Capriolo 75, which was notable for its use of a pressed-steel frame and an unusual four-stroke engine of the overhead 'face cam' type, which also featured a longitudinal (rather than transverse) crankshaft. At the Milan Show in November 1953, Capriolo launched the Cento 50, as seen here, one of the very few Italian motorcycles to be powered by a BMW-style horizontally opposed engine. A type rarely seen outside its native Italy, this charming Cento 50 (reportedly one of only 500 made) is described as original and in running condition. New exhaust pipes and silencers have been fitted, and the machine is said to be ready to ride. Offered with a V5C document.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Triumph enginenumbered 6T 35709, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ◊◊ £30 + VAT uplift and storage at £6 + VAT per lot per day.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1996 Honda 85cc Cub Economy 90Registration no. P38 OGTFrame no. JH2HA02B2TK000712Engine no. HA02E2305986Introduced in 1958, Honda's classic Cub 'step-thru' moped gave millions of people the world over their first taste of two-wheeled mobility. Larger-engined versions of the original 50cc Super Cub were soon made available, the nominally 90cc C90 arriving in 1965. Better built, more powerful and more reliable than the majority of contemporary mopeds, while endowed with handling superior to that of the small-wheeled scooter, the Cub family set new sales records for motorcycle production and continues to be immensely popular today. This Cub displays a total of 41,379 miles on the odometer and is described by the vendor as running and in lovely original condition. The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate and an HPI check sheet.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The Hans Schifferle Collection 1970 BSA 750cc Rocket IIIRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. PC00584 A75REngine no. PC00384 A75R•Purchased circa 2002•Substantially restored (mostly mechanically)•1,156 miles since the restorationEssentially a 'Tiger-and-a-half', the Triumph and BSA 750cc Triples were launched in the UK in 1969. Differences between the Triumph Trident and BSA Rocket III were more than just cosmetic: the two models used different frames and in BSA guise the motor's cylinder block was slightly inclined. BSA-Triumph had learned a lot about engine development from racing the 500 twins, and the Triples were the most powerful machines in their class. This BSA Rocket III was purchased circa 2002 from Atlantic Motorcycles in the UK and comes with a Certificate of Export. The machine required substantial restoration (mostly mechanical) and Helmut Lichtenberg set about rebuilding it. However, he could not get the engine to idle properly on its original carburettors, and so fitted a set of new Amal carburettors sourced from Egli (receipt on file). The machine has run well since. It was exercised annually until approximately eight months ago and has covered only 1,156 miles since the restoration.Accompanying documentation includes a German Fahrzeugschein; expired TüV (MoT) certificates; the 2002 purchase receipt; and assorted correspondence. It should be noted that the frame and engine numbers slightly differ: ('5' vs '3'). Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves regarding the reasons for this apparent discrepancy prior to bidding. Footnotes:* Import VAT Low RateImport tax at the reduced rate of 5% of the Hammer Price and Buyers Premium will apply should the lot remain in the UK.N (NOVA): This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Raleigh RunaboutRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. None visibleEngine no. R5271LThe machine's mechanical condition is unknown. Offered for re-commissioning and/or restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Accordingly prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. There are no documents offered with this Lot.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1979 Honda C50Registration no. KLA 947VFrame no. C50-6179030Engine no. C50E-6179025Introduced in 1958, Honda's classic C100 'step-thru' scooterette gave millions of people the world over their first taste of two-wheeled mobility. Better built, more powerful, and more reliable than the majority of contemporary mopeds while endowed with handling superior to that of the small-wheeled scooter, the C100 set new sales records for motorcycle production and its descendants continue to be immensely popular today. This C50 version has the overhead-camshaft engine first introduced on the CS50 ultra-lightweight sports model. The machine was purchased from an estate sale in Portsmouth (the owner had had it from new but it had been stored for circa 20 years). Painted/tidied up a few years ago, the Honda displays a total of 8,469 miles on the odometer and is described as running by the vendor. SORN'd, it comes with a V5C and an HPI check sheet.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ex-Michael Laverty, Paul Bird Motorsport 2014 PBM-ART 1,000cc Grand Prix Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. CP2-001-0031-02Engine no. E103-02-00 OPEN•Factory-built Aprilia RSV4 engine•Purchased directly from Paul Bird Motorsport•Running condition•Display tyres (not for any other use)'Aprilia had two teams employing their engine: Paul Bird with his British GPMS-built chassis, and Ioda using their whole bike. It was a big change from 2013. PBM's bikes occasionally got into the points, but it was clear that the power of their superbike-tuned engines was way below that needed to compete against the MotoGP-engined bikes.' – Motocourse, 2014.The machine offered here belongs to what can now be seen as a 'passing phase' of MotoGP history: the CRT era. Faced with escalating costs and dwindling participation (at the 2011 Australian GP there were only 14 starters and 10 finishers in the premier class) MotoGP series owners Dorna came up with a lower-cost 'Claiming Rule Teams' (CRT) category to run alongside the factory prototypes. The idea was that CRT teams would run production-based engines in prototype chassis, and that engines would be claimable by factory teams for a set fee of €25,000, though why a factory team would want to acquire a tuned road-bike engine was never explained. In the event, none ever did. The introduction of CRT for the 2012 season coincided with the switch from 800cc to 1,000cc engines with a maximum permitted bore size of 81mm. Aprilia's offering in the CRT class was powered by the V4 engine of their RSV4 production superbike, which in MotoGP specification produced around 230bhp. Engines would be returned to the Aprilia factory when in need of rebuilding.Paul Bird Motorsport had four bikes available for the 2014 season: two each for Broc Parkes and Michael Laverty; the one offered here is one of Laverty's. The PBM bikes were usually the class of the CRT field; Laverty only failed to finish twice and scored points in three rounds of the World Championship, the highlight being 12th place at Sepang. He ended the season with nine points, the same as team-mate Broc Parkes. Which, if any, of Laverty's results were gained riding this particular bike is not known. Phil Morris bought this machine directly from Paul Bird Motorsport together with a substantial quantity of spares, but it was not until 2016 that he was able to purchase the Magneti Marelli electronics (ECU, dashboard, inertia platform), which had been retained for reasons of commercial confidentiality (data sheets on file). PBM engineer Phil Borley then re-programmed the ECU with data from the end of the 2014 season. Other notable features include 16.5' wheels; carbon brake discs; thumb brake (rear); FGR fork yokes; Öhlins forks; Brembo brakes; and PBM's own exhaust and carbon-fibre bodywork. Given the factories' current policy of retaining machines run by satellite teams, rather than selling them on, the chances of obtaining a former MotoGP machine are now slim indeed. As such, this PBM-ART represents a rare opportunity to acquire a genuine MotoGP motorcycle in working condition and possessing impeccable provenance. Said to run perfectly, it is a potential centrepiece for any important private collection. It should be noted that this machine is fitted with Bridgestone display tyres, which are not for use either with starting rollers or on the road/track. A selection of spares relating to this lot will be sold as part of our online sale in December. Further details to follow.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Ex-Jim Moodie 2002 Yamaha 599cc R6 V&M Supersport Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. JYAR 7030360000 18552•Tuned by V&M Racing•Used to win the 2002 Isle of Man TT Junior 600 Race•Authenticated by V&M's Jack ValentineThis Yamaha R6 comes with V&M Racing's Certificate of Authenticity confirming that it was ridden by Jim Moodie to win the 2002 Isle of Man Junior 600 TT. Jim Moodie had first ridden for Jack Valentine and Steve Mellor's V&M back in 2000 when the Scot won that year's British Supersport Championship having been sacked by Honda UK part way through the season. In a strange case of history repeating itself, Jim's ride at the TT had only come about after he parted company with the Dutch Saveko World Supersport team before the season started. Riding the V&M-tuned Yamaha R6, Moodie was one of the pre-race favourites with seven TT victories already to his credit. Starting at number two, he had overhauled Suzuki-mounted David Jefferies' ten-second advantage after just seven miles to lead on the road, and in the race, a position he held throughout the entire four-lap distance. He was also helped by his main rivals, Jefferies and Honda-mounted John McGuinness, dropping out with engine problems. Despite a slipping clutch, Moodie took the win in 1hr 15min 56.9sec at an average speed of 119.22mph, beating Ian Lougher into 2nd place by a margin of 33 seconds. Amazingly, Moodie's average speed in the 1000cc Production Race was less than 1mph faster, underlining just how suited the R6 was to the challenging Mountain Course. Interviewed for the Isle of Man TT web site, Jim said: 'I really went for it right from the word go, and I was surprised how quickly I caught big Dave. Once I'd got past him I just got my head down and went as hard as I could on the dry parts, and was a bit more cautious on the damp patches. The V&M R6 Yamaha felt like it was on rails, and I was hoping to go for the lap record on the last lap, but the clutch started slipping real bad after the pit stop, so I just coaxed it home to make sure of the win.' But for the slipping clutch, Moodie would almost certainly have broken the class lap record. Phil Morris bought the ex-Moodie R6 from the estate of the late Aled Jenkins, who had allowed Phil to display his collection of Yamaha race bikes in his museum. The TT-winning R6 has been signed by Jim Moodie, and the substantial history files contain signed photographs of the bike in action plus much other interesting material (inspection recommended).Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness, and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com