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1969 Triumph 650cc TR6P Police MotorcycleRegistration no. WUL 226GFrame no. DC 17865 TR6PEngine no. TR6P DC 17865ISDT success in the late 1940s prompted Triumph to adopt the Trophy name for their off-road styled twins. But although it retained its sporting character, the model became more of a roadster as time passed, ending up, in effect, as a single-carburettor Bonneville. More tractable than the Bonnie and more economical too, the Trophy gave little away in terms of outright performance, the bike's standing quarter-mile time and top speed being within a whisker of its twin-carburettor sibling's. Triumph enjoyed a long history of providing machines to police forces around the world, and the example offered here is based on the TR6 roadster, albeit fitted with twin carburettors. 'WUL 226G' has belonged to the vendor since 1981 and was last used in 1995. Re-commissioning or possibly more extensive restoration will be required before it returns to the road. The machine is offered with expired MoTs and an old-style 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1961 Velocette 499cc Venom Clubman ProjectRegistration no. 889 PKR (see text)Frame no. RS17213Engine no. VM2525In 1960 Velocette introduced 'Clubman' versions of the Venom and Viper, which featured a raised compression ratio, Amal TT carburettor, 'racing' magneto, rear-set footrests, and a close-ratio gearbox among many other improvements. Produced until the end of Velocette production in 1971, the Venom in its various guises represents the final glorious flowering of the traditional British sports single, and today these supremely well-engineered thoroughbreds are highly sought after. Its accompanying old-style continuation logbook (issued 1969) shows that this totally dismantled Venom Clubman was registered to the current owner on 10th November 1970. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, the machine also comes with an original service manual and a Haynes workshop manual. It should be noted that the registration '889 PKR' is not listed in the HPI database; 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

The ex-Lovejoy 1960 BSA 646cc A10 & Watsonian Squire SidecarRegistration no. 322 BXUFrame no. GA7 17926Engine no. DA10 6769•As featured in hit BBC TV comedy drama Lovejoy•Ridden by Lovejoy's assistant Eric•Restored around 10 years agoThis BSA sidecar outfit will be familiar to fans of the 1980s/1990s BBC TV comedy drama Lovejoy, featuring the eponymous antique dealer (played by Ian McShane) and his friends, associates, and adversaries. Only seen in Series 1, the BSA was ridden by Lovejoy's assistant Eric, played by Chris Jury, and was attached to a Watsonian Squire chassis complete with box sidecar. The combination has been owned by the vendor for approximately 16 years and was restored around ten years ago so is still in very good condition, though not immaculate. The machine has been used very little in recent years, hence the mileage of 562. Started recently though not run on the road, it would benefit from a service and re-commissioning. Much work was done by renowned marque specialists SRM Engineering: crankshaft re-ground; cylinders glaze-busted; new piston rings fitted; and new unleaded-compatible valves and valve seats installed. In addition, the frame was stove enamelled; the magneto and speedometer overhauled; a new wiring loom installed; new shock absorbers fitted; and most of the original chrome re-plated. The tank is new (original available). Borrani alloy wheel rims and a twin-leading-shoe front brake are the only notified deviations from factory specification. A full list of all works carried out is available and the machine also comes with sundry restoration bills and 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

Property of a deceased's estate 1954 BSA 646cc Golden FlashRegistration no. RTT 446Frame no. CA7 4979Engine no. CA10 30191954 BSA 646cc Golden FlashRegistration no. RTT 446Frame no. CA7 4979Engine no. CA10 3019Introduced late in 1949, BSA's 650cc A10 twin closely followed the basic pattern established by the 500cc A7 while contriving to be almost entirely different in detail. The existing parallel-twin architecture was retained for the new A10, as was the four-speed gearbox bolted directly to the crankcase in a form of semi-unitary construction. The cycle parts remained virtually unchanged, though the larger twin's 8' front brake was one obvious difference. Fitted at first only to export models, the 4.25-gallon fuel tank became available on the home market after one year, as did the striking metallic beige finish of the 'Golden Flash' version. By the end of the succeeding decade, BSA's popular 650cc twin had undergone considerable development. On the cycle parts front, the introduction of a swinging-arm frame in 1954 had resulted in the original bolt-up gearbox's replacement by a conventional separate item, while the engine would undergo numerous improvements before production ceased in 1962. The example offered here has belonged to the late owner since 1994. Restored by him in 2000, the Golden Flash comes with a most extensive history file documenting the restoration in full (perusal recommended). Now nicely patinated, the machine would respond well to detailing. Careful re-commissioning and the customary safety checks are advised before further use. 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

1969 BSA 654cc Firebird ScramblerRegistration no. SCV 903GFrame no. AC 16942 A65FEngine no. AC 16942 A65FThe 'street scrambler' had been part of BSA's line-up since the 'pre-unit' days. When the concept was revived for the unitary construction range, the name 'Spitfire Hornet' was chosen for the new model, the 500cc version being called 'Wasp'. The 'Spitfire' part of the designation was soon dropped, being applied exclusively to the new sports roadster, while the 650 street scrambler was re-christened 'Firebird' in 1967, by which time it had become a US-only model. The Firebird was essentially a Lightning equipped with raised handlebars and high-level exhaust system. A relative rarity in the UK, most of the production run having been shipped to North America, it is one of the most highly sought after of unitary BSAs. This re-imported Firebird was first registered in the UK on 15th May 2013 and has belonged to the current vendor since May 2017. Since then the engine/gearbox oil, fork oil, and spark plugs have been changed and an SRM clutch modification fitted. Reputedly restored by an aircraft engineer some years ago (see copy advertisement on file), the Firebird is described by the vendor as in good condition, with excellent frame and cycle parts, and in good running order. Last run in October 2020 and only sold because the owner is downsizing his collection, the machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate, DVLA letter, and a VMCC dating 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1959 Norton 596cc Model 99 DominatorRegistration no. 121 PVWFrame no. P14 81945Engine no. P14 81945Designed by the legendary Bert Hopwood, Norton's 500cc twin found a new home in the racing singles' 'Featherbed' duplex frame in November 1951. Initially for export only, the newcomer - titled 'Dominator 88' - was the first production Norton roadster to feature the lightweight, race-proven chassis. Updated annually, by the decade's end the Dominator had received an alloy cylinder head, full-width hubs, welded rear sub-frame, alternator electrics, coil ignition and - for 1960 - the narrower 'slimline' Featherbed frame among countless other improvements. Introduced for 1956, the 596cc Dominator 99 was outwardly identical to its Dominator 88 brother. Endowed with greater power and higher gearing, enabling it to top the magic 'ton', the 99 retained all the excellent handling and steering characteristics associated with the Featherbed chassis. One of the Rockers' favourites, the 99 remained essentially unchanged, apart from gaining alternator/coil-ignition electrics for 1958, until dropped in 1962. This matching-numbers (registration, frame, engine) Dominator 99 is one of approximately 250 finished in red by the factory. Restored in 2000, the machine has been upgraded to 12-volt electrics and fitted with Pazon electronic ignition. Used extensively for VMCC events as well as overseas rallies to Ireland and Spain, it is described by the private vendor as in generally good/very good condition. 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

1958 Velocette 499cc VenomRegistration no. 162 UXCFrame no. RS15702Engine no. VM2028Engine development pursued as part of Velocette's scrambles programme bore fruit in 1956 in the shape of the high-performance Venom and its 350cc sibling, the Viper. The MSS frame and forks were retained for the newcomers while full-width alloy hubs were adopted to boost braking power, and smart chromed mudguards fitted to enhance the models' sporting image. In 1960 'Clubman' versions of both were introduced, minus the enclosure panels of the standard models, featuring a raised compression ratio, Amal TT carburettor, 'racing' magneto, rear-set footrests, and a close-ratio gearbox among many other improvements. Produced until the end of Velocette production in 1971, the Venom in its various guises represents the final glorious flowering of the traditional British sports single, and today these supremely well-engineered thoroughbreds are highly sought after. Boasting 'sports' features of the kind favoured by enthusiastic owners - large Thruxton-type fuel tank, rear-set footrests, rev counter, alloy wheel rims, Amal Concentric carburettor, and a swept-back exhaust pipe - this beautiful Venom was last ridden in July 2020 and is described by the private vendor (a VOC member) as in very good condition. We are advised that all oils and the spark plug were changed this year, and that the magneto and dynamo have been refurbished by a specialist. The machine is offered with a service manual, parts list, sundry bills, and old/current V5/V5C documents.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 Triumph 649cc T120 BonnevilleRegistration no. YWX 971LFrame no. HE30178Engine no. T120 HE30178Along with BSA-Triumph's other 650cc twins, the Bonneville was re-launched for 1971 with the new oil-carrying frame. Despite its fine handling qualities, the chassis ran into criticism because of its tall seat and was revised three times before a lower version was standardised for 1972 together with a thinner saddle. The new models' botched introduction meant that within two years the entire BSA-Triumph Group was in severe financial difficulty, and the proposed closure of Triumph's Meriden factory led to the workers occupying the plant in September 1973. By this time the arrival of the 750cc T140 Bonneville had signalled that the 650's days were numbered, and the workers' occupation effectively sealed its fate. One of the last of the 650cc Bonnevilles, this matching-numbers example was restored in 2018 by RJM Classic Motorcycles and comes with invoices and correspondence relating to its restoration (perusal highly recommended). Additional documentation consists of a dating certificate and a V5C document. Last run in October 2020, this pristine machine is described by the private vendor as in 'as new' restored condition throughout. Although fitted with silencers in the earlier style, the machine also comes with the original pair of megaphone silencers also in 'as new' 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

1958 Panther 594cc Model 100Registration no. SET 257Frame no. 26336Engine no. 58MS128CPhelon & Moore (P&M) was founded in Cleckheaton, South Yorkshire in 1904. The firm was renowned for its fondness for engines with inclined cylinders, the latter featuring on its new 500cc overhead-valve model of 1923. This was P&M's first 'Panther' and the name would later be extended to the entire range. Post-WW2, Panther added medium-weight 250/350cc models with vertical engines to the range but its largest models retained the inclined engine that had been around since the dawn of time and served as the frame's down-tube. A range of Villiers-powered lightweights and a scooter were added in the late 1950s, these and the old long-stroke singles being the only types on offer after 1961. In 1959 an enlarged (to 645cc) Model 120 joined the 594cc Model 100 and the former would be the sole Panther four-stroke in the range after 1963. This Panther Model 100 comes with a bill dated 6th August 2019 from Second City Customs Ltd of Worcestershire for rebuilding the engine, gearbox, primary drive, and carburettor at a cost of £3,613. Last run in March 2020, the machine is described by the private vendor as in excellent condition and 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

1967 Norton Dominator 650SSRegistration no. PAU 35GFrame no. 123113Engine no. 123113Norton launched its first 650cc twin, the US-market Manxman, in 1960. Available in Europe the following year, the Dominator 650 was built in standard, De Luxe and SS variants, all of which featured a new cylinder head with downdraft inlet ports. With 49bhp on tap, plentiful low-down torque and exemplary handling courtesy of its race-proven Featherbed frame, the 650SS was one of the outstanding sports motorcycles of the 1960s, being more than a match for Triumph's Bonneville in terms of all-round performance. Indeed, in February 1962 Motor Cycling achieved a best one-way speed of 119.5mph at MIRA with a 650SS, more than 10mph up on that of the Bonneville tested the previous summer. Manufactured in 1967 and first registered in 1968, this Dominator 650SS was acquired by the vendor's brother in late 1994 and completely rebuilt in 1995/1996. It then remained unused until the vendor's brother emigrated, whereupon it passed to the vendor. The latter used the Norton once in 2003 when the odometer reading was 11,525 miles, since when it has been stored. The current odometer reading is 11,555 miles. The following upgrades are fitted: Boyer electronic ignition; Superblend main bearings; halogen headlight. The machine has recently been serviced and re-commissioned ready for sale; all bills for work carried out are on file together with V5C documents, expired MoTs, etc.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

1972 Norton 750cc Commando FastbackRegistration no. EOG 34KFrame no. 202314Engine no. 202314The Commando's vibration-beating Isolastic frame enabled Norton Villiers to prolong the life of their ageing parallel twin. Launched in 1967, the Commando used the preceding Atlas model's 750cc engine and AMC gearbox, and was an instant hit with the motorcycling public, being voted MCN's 'Machine of the Year' for five consecutive years. It might have been a little down on top speed compared to rivals such as BSA-Triumph's 750cc triples and Honda's CB750 four, but the Commando more than made up for this minor deficiency with superior mid-range torque and steadier handling. The sole model available became the 'Fastback', so called because of its streamlined seat cowl, when the range was extended by the addition of a conventionally styled, 'S' version in 1969. Manufactured in December 1971, this Fastback was acquired by the current owner in 1977, at circa 5,000 miles, and imported into the UK from the USA in May 1993. It was originally built with a high-performance Combat-specification engine, which was completely rebuilt (at 10,300 miles) by Mick Hemmings and Jim Poole and is now fitted with standard 9.4:1 pistons. The machine has the following upgrades: Boyer electronic ignition; belt primary drive; Superblend main bearings; halogen headlight. We are advised that only 11,024 miles have been covered from new and that the Commando comes with its original Norton tool kit. Offered with a history file.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

1965 Royal Enfield 736cc Interceptor Mark IRegistration no. HVK 158CFrame no. 70770Engine no. YB16738Launched in 1948, Royal Enfield's 500cc twin followed orthodox British lines, though the use of separate barrels and cylinder heads, and the incorporation of the oil tank within the crankcase, was unusual. A 693cc version along similar lines - the Meteor - arrived in 1952 and for many years was the UK's biggest twin. Both models were extensively revised in 1958, the new high-performance '700' adopting the name 'Constellation'. The latter was stretched a few years later to 736cc, becoming the 'Interceptor'. Built to satisfy the North American market's insatiable appetite for ever-larger engines, the Interceptor arrived in the UK in 1962 and was closely based on the twin-carburettor Constellation but with the added refinement of a dynamically balanced crankshaft. This re-imported Interceptor was first registered in the UK on 1st December 2014 and has belonged to the current vendor since March 2018, since when the engine oil and filter have been changed and the rev counter refurbished. Described by the vendor as un-restored, the Enfield won the 'Best Bike' award at a local Steam & Vintage fair and is said to be in very good condition, starting and riding well and in good working order. Last run in October 2020 and only sold because the owner is downsizing his collection, the machine is offered with 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Believed 3.6 kilometres from new 1976 Honda CB750 K6Registration no. PFE 894PFrame no. CB750 2561226Engine no. CB750E 2450567Fifty-plus years on, it is hard to imagine the impact the Honda CB750 had on the motorcycling world when it was unveiled to a stunned public at the 1968 Tokyo Show. Here for the first time was a mass-produced four within the financial reach of the average enthusiast, and one whose specification made the opposition look obsolete overnight. The K6 offered here was diverted from Spain (its intended market) by Honda UK and used to familiarise UK dealers with this new model. It then remained in storage at Honda UK's Chiswick HQ until purchased by the Area Service Manager, who is now in a care home, suffering from dementia. In the meantime, the tank and front indicators had seen service on another machine. Bought from the former owner's daughter, the K6 has covered a believed 3.6 'push' kilometres from new and had never been started until recently when, given a new battery and fresh fuel, it fired up first press of the button, just like a Honda should. The original (unfilled) battery was still on the bike, which also retains its original tyres, while an internal inspection of a cylinder and float bowl confirmed that the engine had never run (see photographs on file). To original specification, this 'time warp' CB750 K6 is offered with a VJMC dating letter; NOVA acknowledgement; and a V5C Registration Certificate. The machine will require recommissioning or restoration to a greater or lesser extent and is therefore sold strictly as viewed.Footnotes:Please click the link to view the walkaround video of Lot 459: click hereAs 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

1981 Honda CBX1000 Pro-LinkRegistration no. C715 XLKFrame no. SC062301095Engine no. to be advisedJust as it had in the preceding decade with the four-cylinder CB750, Honda stunned the world again in the 1970s, introducing the Gold Wing super-tourer and the outrageous six-cylinder CBX1000. Launched in 1978, the latter was not the first six of the modern era, Benelli's 750 Sei having beaten it by a couple of years, but it was by far the biggest and fastest. Launched in 'naked' twin-shock form, the CBX was revamped for 1981, gaining Pro-Link mono-shock rear suspension, a half fairing and ventilated front disc brakes. Weighing around 550lbs and with 105bhp on tap, the CBX was good for over 130mph and scorched through the standing quarter mile in around 12 seconds. For most owners though, it was not the CBX's performance so much as its on-road presence that mattered. Even today, few bikes can match it for charisma, visual appeal and, above all, sound. This particular Pro-Link CBX has been in the current owner's hands for the last year or so and since then has only been run on the occasion of its MoT test. The machine is offered with MoT to January 2021 and 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

1977 Yamaha XT500DRegistration no. SMP 293S (see text)Frame no. 1U6-005922Engine no. 1U6-005922Introduced for 1976 and sold only in the United States market at first, the Yamaha XT500 single-handedly made singles cool again thanks to its smart, functional styling and bullet proof engine. An 'adventure bike' before the term was coined, the XT was soon proving its reliability and speed in desert races in North America and the gruelling Paris-Dakar Rally. Although marketed as a dirt bike, the XT500 was equally capable as an urban commuter, its upright riding position, wide handlebars and responsive engine making an ideal combination for carving through city traffic. Dispatchers loved them. Today the XT500 enjoys a cult following and original early models are highly prized. Supplied by Read's of Leyton and presented in the early versions' iconic white/red/black livery, this example has been stored since the 1980s and displays a total of only 17,618 miles on the odometer (the last tax disc expired in 1984). The machine will require re-commissioning, or possibly more extensive renovation, before further use and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Offered without a registration document, the registration 'SMP 293S' is listed in the HPI database; nevertheless, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding. The original warranty/service booklet and owner's service manual are included in the sale, and the Yamaha also comes with a 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1980 Kawasaki KZ1000 LTDRegistration no. BTU 961WFrame no. JKAKZCK17BA000252Engine no. KZT00JE-000457The first major revision of Kawasaki's trend-setting Z1/Z900 arrived for 1977 in the form of the Z1000, which, as its name suggests, was a bored-out version of the original double-overhead-cam four. Power went up - marginally - to 83bhp while there was more torque delivered further down the rev range than before. Testing the new Z1000 in February 1977, Bike magazine had to contend with a wet track but nevertheless recorded a 12.76-second standing quarter mile time, despite an enforced half-throttle take-off, and a staggering terminal velocity of 117mph with rider normally seated! A much-revised frame meant that the Z1000 had lost some of its predecessors' wayward handling while remaining every bit as refined. Also in the range was the KZ1000 LTD 'factory custom', a new style of machine developed by Kawasaki USA and pioneered on the preceding Z900 LTD. This KZ1000 LTD was bought in January 2018 as a non-runner and has been rebuilt in 'flat track' style. Works carried out included rebuilding the engine; powder-coating the frame; overhauling the brake callipers; and fitting a new fuel tank, chain, sprockets, etc. The paintwork is custom throughout by Keith Haddock of 'Khameleon Customs' from Borehamwood. Used on a weekly basis and described by the private vendor as in generally very good condition, this unique machine is offered with a V5C document and MoT to February 2021.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

1991 Kawasaki 249cc KR-1SRegistration no. J539 SDCFrame no. KR250C-003272Engine no. to be advisedIn an attempt to crack the export market, Kawasaki tried reviving some of the old Meguro models, but failed to make a dent. It was only when they came up with the 250cc Samurai that things began to change in their favour. Followed by the 350cc Avenger and then the mercurial 500cc Mach III 'widow-maker', they had discovered the magical formula to captivate the international motorcyclist's heart, ultimate performance. After making an international reputation with their radical two strokes, Kawasaki started to develop large four strokes, resulting in the 900 Z1. Further four strokes followed, but they never forgot their roots were in two strokes, and their hooligan past was not dead, merely lying dormant until it was reawakened with the KR1 in 1988. State of the art technology was used, with liquid cooling, balance shaft, crescent-slide carburettors, electronic ignition, six-speed gearbox, and an alloy box-section frame. Power was impressive for a 250, and the following year it was boosted again with the new KR1S version to become the ultimate 250. J539 SDC was purchased by the vendor in 2010, at which time it was in running order. However, it has not been used for the past 10 years and will therefore require a new battery and general re-commissioning before further use by a new owner. It displays an odometer reading of 20,700 miles and is presently SORNed. Documentation consists of a V5C.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

1998 Honda CBR600F3Registration no. N451 KKHFrame no. JH2PC2502TM501048Engine no. to be advisedAlthough Kawasaki can be said to have 'invented' the 600 class with its GPZ600-R, it was Honda that quickly established dominance of this once important market sector with the CBR600F. Introduced for 1987, the CBR set new standards for the class, and the UK's first batch sold out within weeks of arrival. 'Offering a previously mythical package, the CBR quite simply left all previous efforts at similar-sized tackle gasping in it whisper-smooth wake,' enthused Bike magazine. In 1991 the CBR received a new frame and an updated engine before undergoing a more thorough revision in 1998, re-emerging with an aluminium frame (replacing the previous steel design) and restyled bodywork. As seen here, the 3rd generation CBR600 was produced from 1995 to 1998, featuring a modified engine, ram-air intake, and cartridge forks. '150mph on a good day, race-winning handling, unburstable, useful, repairable, tourable, thrashable, insurable...' – you could tell Bike magazine liked the refreshed CBR. A rare US import, UK registered since 1997, this CBR600F3 is finished in its original yellow/purple colour scheme and is described by the vendor as in good running condition. MoT'd to June 2021, the machine is offered with a V5C Registration certificate. A wonderful opportunity to acquire one of these modern motorcycling icons.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

1970 Suzuki T125 StingerRegistration no. EHJ 621HFrame no. T125-113814Engine no. T125-114093In 1969 Suzuki replaced its existing T200-based 125cc T125 twin with the sensational all-new T125 Stinger. The Stinger's engine layout was a new one for Suzuki, featuring almost-horizontal cylinders and downdraft carburettors, while the upswept exhaust system's slender protruding end-cans suggested insect aggression and gave the model its evocative name. Built in unit with the five-speed gearbox, the engine was housed in a tubular spine frame equipped with conventional cycle parts. Producing 15.1bhp and weighing a mere 211lbs, the Stinger possessed class-leading performance and proved capable of humbling larger machines over twisty going. There was also a 90cc version produced for two seasons only. Unique in the Suzuki model range, the T125 Stinger remained in production until 1973 when it was replaced for '74 by the more conventional GT125. Today the model is one of the most collectible of 1960s Suzukis. This example of an increasingly sought-after classic Suzuki was restored in the USA using new-old-stock parts and then shipped to the UK in 2019. The machine is described by the vendor as in running condition and comes with a current MoT and 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1966 Suzuki 247cc T20 X6 HustlerRegistration no. KKH 906DFrame no. 23323Engine no. 23370Using the Colleda marque name, Suzuki launched its first 250cc two-stroke twin in 1956, and the type would remain a fixture of the range for the next 40 years. The replacement T10 appeared in 1963 sporting, among numerous improvements, Suzuki's new 'CCI' pumped lubrication system. The next stage of development was the now classic T20 Super Six, which was marketed in the USA as the X6 Hustler. Introduced in 1965, the T20 was an entirely new design although still a 250cc two-stroke parallel twin. The frame was a now tubular and of the duplex loop type, while the gearbox offered the rider the luxury of six speeds for the first time on a road-going motorcycle. With its precise handling, good brakes, powerful (29bhp) motor and 90mph-plus top speed, the Super Six received rave reviews in the motorcycling press and soon established a giant-killing reputation in production machine racing. Inevitably, many were converted for racing, and original, unmodified examples are rare. Today the Super Six/Hustler is one of the most collectible of 1960s Japanese classics. Run recently, this X6 Hustler is described by the vendor as in good original overall condition. The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate and current MoT (expires December 2020).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

1996 Honda 49cc Z50J Gold Limited Edition 'Monkey Bike'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. Z50J-2302685Engine no. Z50JE-2202665With the launch of the CZ100 in 1960, Honda created the class of machine known as 'monkey bikes', so called because of their diminutive stature. The power unit was the C100 step-thru's reliable four-stroke single. An ultra-short wheelbase, small wheels and a vestigial fuel tank were all features of a machine which, in the case of the folding handlebar version, could be fitted into the boot of a car. An important milestone in Monkey development was reached in 1974 with the launch of the Z50J, which featured front and rear suspension like a 'proper' motorcycle while retaining the overhead-camshaft engine and 8' wheels, first seen on the Z50M and Z50A respectively. In 1978 the Z50J Monkey was heavily revised with a larger fuel tank, front and rear racks, 12-volt CDI ignition, manual clutch and a four-speed gearbox, becoming the more aggressive looking 'Gorilla'. Immensely popular as paddock transport the world over, Monkeys are currently much in vogue, with a flourishing owners club in the UK, and original examples of these charismatic little machines can only become increasingly collectible. This stunning and rare Z50J Gold Limited Edition was imported in 2020 and is described by the vendor as in good original condition. A great Christmas present for the kids!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

1984 Honda 49cc Z50J Gold Limited Edition 'Monkey Bike'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. Z50J-1632968Engine no. Z50JE-1632966With the launch of the CZ100 in 1960, Honda created the class of machine known as 'monkey bikes', so called because of their diminutive stature. The power unit was the C100 step-thru's reliable four-stroke single. An ultra-short wheelbase, small wheels and a vestigial fuel tank were all features of a machine which, in the case of the folding handlebar version, could be fitted into the boot of a car. An important milestone in Monkey development was reached in 1974 with the launch of the Z50J, which featured front and rear suspension like a 'proper' motorcycle while retaining the overhead-camshaft engine and 8' wheels, first seen on the Z50M and Z50A respectively. In 1978 the Z50J Monkey was heavily revised with a larger fuel tank, front and rear racks, 12-volt CDI ignition, manual clutch and a four-speed gearbox, becoming the more aggressive looking 'Gorilla'. Immensely popular as paddock transport the world over, Monkeys are currently much in vogue, with a flourishing owners club in the UK, and original examples of these charismatic little machines can only become increasingly collectible. This stunning and rare Z50J Gold Limited Edition is described by the vendor as in fair condition with some modifications. A great Christmas present for the kids!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.1966 Honda P50 MopedFrame no. P50-A38781Engine no. C22071Having conquered the world during the early 1960s by producing millions of 'step-thru' mopeds based on it original C100 Super Cub of 1958, Honda went on to expand greatly its range of similarly utilitarian commuter machines. Introduced in 1966, the P50 (also known as the P25) represented a complete break from the Super Cub concept, mounting its single-cylinder four-stroke engine within the rear wheel assembly. BSA's 'Winged Wheel' was similar in layout and Honda itself had offered a 'clip-on' of this type (the F model Cub) back in 1952, though both of those had been two-strokes. This un-restored Honda P50 is offered with its original Italian Certificato per Ciclomotore (Cyclemotor 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.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: NN If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, undertaken by Bonhams upon a successful sale, to facilitate the registration of the machine here in the UK.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1977 Suzuki GT380Registration no. UGW 269SFrame no. 94697Engine no. 107588Suzuki joined the superbike club in 1971 with the launch of the GT750. A three-cylinder water-cooled two-stroke, the GT750 was joined a year later by a pair of smaller air-cooled triples: the GT380 and GT550. Using the 54x54mm bore/stroke dimensions of the existing T250 twin, the GT380 displaced 371cc and produced 38bhp. The gearbox was a six-speeder, complemented by Suzuki's useful digital gear indicator in the instrument binnacle. Performance was brisk - 100mph-plus - though compromised by the fade-prone drum front brake, which was soon replaced by a single hydraulic disc. Smooth and comfortable, the GT380 handled surprisingly well once the original-equipment Japanese tyres had been replaced by superior European rubber. This restored GT380 was last run in July 2020 and is described by the private vendor as in generally excellent condition. Although non-standard, the Higgspeed pipes are a handsome addition. 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1972 Suzuki AS50 SportsRegistration no. CTO 98KFrame no. A50-137867Engine no. A50-137702Suzuki's 1960s expansion was founded on a range of two-stroke ultra-lightweights, which, although of small capacity, offered a useful performance increase over the ubiquitous 50cc 'step-thru' moped. One of the most popular was the five-speed A50 series, first introduced in 1968, which featured a 50cc disc-valve engine producing 4.9bhp. Models within this family included the A50 tourer, AS50 and AC50 sports, and the pedal-equipped AP50 'Sixteener Special', the latter built specifically for the UK market where 16-year-olds were restricted to riding 50cc machines fitted with pedals. Last taxed to 31st January 2015, this AS50 displays a total of 8,290 miles on the odometer and is offered for restoration. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. A potentially most rewarding project for the Suzuki enthusiast, the machine is offered with a V5C document and HPI printout. Sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus 2012 Suzuki EN125-2ARegistration no. FJ12 GKGFrame no. LC6PCJK69B0000171Engine no. 175FH-2*A1P54890The 125cc market sector is one that no mass-producing manufacturer can afford to ignore. These little roadsters are relatively cheap, reliable, and easy for the novice rider to manage; indeed, UK A1 licence holders cannot ride anything larger. All the major Japanese manufacturers have a presence in this vitally important market, while in recent years the Chinese have become significant players, usually building clones of established Japanese designs. Suzuki's EN125 is typical of the breed, being powered by an air-cooled overhead-cam four-stroke single producing around 11bhp. Its top speed is in the region of 65-70mph and fuel consumption is frugal in the extreme. Supplied new by Granby Motors, this example currently displays a total of 1,996 miles on the odometer. It is not known when it last ran and thus careful re-commissioning will be required before returning it to the road. Offered with a V5C document and HPI printout, the machine is sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1972 Honda 72cc Dax 'Monkey Bike'Registration no. OHK 22KFrame no. ST50-139099Engine no. C70E 705840 (see text)With the launch of the CZ100 in 1960, Honda created the class of machine known as 'monkey bikes', so called because of their diminutive stature. The power unit was the C100 step-thru's reliable four-stroke single, while an ultra-short wheelbase, small wheels, and a vestigial fuel tank were all features of a machine which, in the case of the folding handlebar version, could be fitted into the boot of car. A 72cc version, the ST70 Dax, with slightly larger and more practical frame was introduced in 1969. Last taxed to 30th April 2013, this Dax displays a total of 10,704 miles on the odometer and is offered for restoration. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed the Dax comes with a V5C document and HPI printout recording the engine number as '7058400'.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1984 Tomos 49cc A3K Automatic MopedRegistration no. B54 GUYFrame no. 400654Engine no. none visibleAfter World War 2, the Yugoslavian government sought to develop new industries and established Tomos as a motorcycle manufacturer in Koper, Slovenia, from where its first product, a built-under-license Puch moped, emerged in 1954. In 1966 Tomos built a moped factory in the Netherlands and the firm would go on to expand into markets throughout Europe, Africa, and the USA. At the dawn of the 1970s Tomos began producing 'automatic' mopeds of its own design, moving away from those inherited from Puch. The first of these was the Automatic A1, which was superseded in 1973 by the Automatic A3, as seen here. Currently displaying a total of 2,095 miles on the odometer, the machine is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying paperwork consists of an HPI printout and 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1966 Piaggio Vespa 150 SuperRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. none visibleEngine no. none visibleAlong with the rival Lambretta, the Piaggio-built Vespa mobilised an entire generation of Italians in the immediate post-war years, the hitherto humble scooter going on to become part of British youth culture in the 1960s as favourite transport of the fashion-conscious 'Mods'. With foresight conspicuously lacking in the rest of Britain's motorcycle industry at that time, Douglas obtained manufacturing rights to the Vespa, launching it in the UK in 1951. Since its introduction, countless different versions have come and gone, yet the Vespa of today remains recognisably related to the first one made more than 60 years ago. Believed to be an older restoration, this example displays a total of 1,309 miles on the odometer. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. There are no documents with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1949 BSA 249cc C10Registration no. ONU 443 (see text)Frame no. ZC10 10471 (see text)Engine no. ZC10 4401BSA's 'C' range of lightweight machines was introduced in 1938. Similar in many ways to those of the larger 'B' range, whose wheels and brakes were employed, the cycle parts consisted of a simple diamond frame and girder front fork. First model was the C10 sidevalve single with coil ignition and three-speed hand-change gearbox. When the C10 reappeared after the war, its oil was no longer contained in a fuel tank compartment but in a separate tank bolted to the saddle tube. The girder fork was replaced by a telescopic unit in mid-1946 and part way through 1949 an alloy cylinder head was adopted. An older restoration (mechanical condition unknown), this C10 comes with a V5C and HPI report listing frame 'LC1010471' and engine 'LC10-4401'. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to the correctness of the numbers and their correlation to the V5C document prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1962 BSA 343cc B40Registration no. 864 BCJFrame no. B40 4503Engine no. B40 3274 (see text)Introduced in September 1958, the unitary construction BSA C15 250cc roadster replaced the outgoing C12 and would provide the basis for an entire range of singles in capacities up to 500cc. The first new C15-based model to feature an enlarged engine was the 343cc B40, an addition to the line-up for 1961. The B40 remained in production until 1965, many seeing service with the British Armed Forces, which ordered 2,000 following an extended reliability test. This B40 is missing some parts and is offered for restoration. It comes with a V5C document listing a different engine number ('BSS117'). The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus 1957 BSA 249cc C12Registration no. VOC 519Frame no. EC12 19353Engine no. BC11G 38712BSA's 'C' range of lightweights was first introduced in 1938. Its first exemplar was the C10 sidevalve single with coil ignition and three-speed hand-change gearbox. A de luxe version with foot-change gearbox joined the range in 1939, as did the overhead-valve C11. In mid-1946 the original girder front fork was replaced by a telescopic unit and part way through 1949 the C10 gained an alloy cylinder head. From 1954 onwards the pair continued as the up-dated C10L/C11G, with alternator electrics, plunger rear suspension and four-speed gearbox until superseded by the C12 that deployed the same engine/gearbox in a new swinging-arm frame. An older restoration, this 'barn find' C12 is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Accompanying paperwork consists of and HPI printout and 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1954 James 197cc Captain ProjectRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. K7 000617Engine no. 374A 1739James had begun concentrating on the manufacture of two-stroke lightweights in the 1930s and continued the policy after WW2. In 1951 the company became part of the Associated Motor Cycles group, joining Francis-Barnett. Villiers engines were used at first, though from 1957 many models were powered by AMC's own engine. James first adopted the 'Captain' name for its (nominally) 200cc model for 1950, and both the cycle parts and engine would be upgraded periodically as the years passed. An older restoration in 'barn find' condition, this Villiers-engined Captain is offered for further renovation and sold strictly as viewed. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1958 James 197cc CaptainRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. AK7 488Engine no. 652B 1585James had begun concentrating on the manufacture of two-stroke lightweights in the 1930s and continued the policy after WW2. In 1951 the company became part of the Associated Motor Cycles group, joining Francis-Barnett. Villiers engines were used at first, though from 1957 many models were powered by AMC's own engine. James first adopted the 'Captain' name for its (nominally) 200cc model for 1950, and both the cycle parts and engine would be upgraded periodically as the years passed. An older restoration in 'barn find' condition, this Villiers 10E-engined Captain is offered for further renovation and sold strictly as viewed. The engine number prefix '652B' is correct for this year/model and thus the unit may be original to the frame. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus 1962 Triumph 200cc Tiger CubRegistration no. unregistered (see text)Frame no. T20 87456 (see text)Engine no. T20 87456With the introduction of the 149cc Terrier in 1952, Triumph re-entered the market for lightweight commuter machines. A simple, compact, unitary construction four-stroke with four-speed gearbox, the Terrier was joined in 1954 by an enlarged version - the 200cc Tiger Cub - that offered 60mph-plus performance and 100mpg. A big success, particularly with younger riders, the Cub underwent continual development for the next 16 years, finally ending up with BSA Bantam cycle parts (as the Bantam Cub) before being dropped in 1970. It should be noted that this Cub's frame number is not a Triumph factory stamping. Therefore the motorcycle cannot be offered with its V5C document and should be regarded as unregistered. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its registration status, condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Last taxed in 2013, this Tiger Cub is sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1933 Triumph 148cc Model XORegistration no. AAL 339AFrame no. 923 XOEngine no. HSS 1515-XO (see text)The favourable duty rates for machines under 150cc in capacity encouraged many manufacturers to develop machines for this class. Triumph's first had been the two-stroke Model X, which was followed for 1933 by the four-stroke XO. The latter featured an inclined overhead-valve engine and three-speed gearbox, housed in a conventional duplex-loop frame. Lightweight, economical and with a top speed of 47mph, it should have been just what commuters wanted but lasted for only a couple of years, latterly as the XO5/1 (standard) and XO5/5 (four-speed). Believed an older restoration, this incomplete Model XO is offered for further renovation and sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying paperwork consists of a V5C document and an HPI printout listing the engine number as 'EWA735XO'.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1938 Triumph 249cc Tiger 70 Grass-TrackerRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. unable to locateEngine no. 8T70 13159Just as he had done at Ariel in the 1920s, Val Page transformed his employer's ageing range on his arrival as Triumph's Chief Designer in 1932. The new line-up comprised overhead-valve and sidevalve singles in capacities ranging from 250cc to 500cc, plus the range-topping 650cc 6/1 sidecar tug. Edward Turner's arrival at Triumph in 1936 resulted in extensive improvements to the range. A brilliant stylist, Turner transformed Page's overhead-valve singles by adopting sports-specification engines, high level exhausts, chromed fuel tanks and a new name: 'Tiger'. This Tiger 70 has been extensively modified for grass-track competition, including the installation of a Triumph sprung hub. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. There are no documents with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1958 Triumph 349cc 3TA SpecialRegistration no. 271 YUBFrame no. 21H1830Engine no. 3TA H29732The introduction of the Twenty One in 1957 ushered in Triumph's unitary construction era. Readily distinguishable by its 'bathtub' rear enclosure and Shell Blue metallic finish, the newcomer was renamed 3TA in September 1958. 'One of the swiftest standard British-made 350cc roadsters tested by Motor Cycling, the Triumph Twenty One combines an untiring zest for high-speed cruising with safe handling and a remarkably economical fuel consumption,' reported the 'Green 'Un'. Consisting of a 1958 frame and 1960 engine, this 3TA has been modified to accept a modern disc-braked front end, while other changes from stock include alloy wheel rims and alloy engine plates. Last taxed in 2013, the Triumph will require re-commissioning or possibly more extensive restoration before further use and thus is sold strictly as viewed. The machine is offered with a V5C document and HPI printout.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1937 Triumph 343cc '3HW' Racing Motorcycle (see text)Frame no. F1630Engine no. 3HW 56234The highly modified machine offered here, although said to date from circa 1937, has been fitted with the engine from a wartime 3HW military model. When war broke out in 1939, Triumph's entire stock of completed machines was purchased by the War Office, although subsequently the 350cc sidevalve 3SW emerged as the military's favoured mount. The Coventry firm went on to develop a 350cc twin – the 3TW – specifically for military use, only for the destruction of its factory in an air raid in 1940 to scupper the project. Installed in a new factory at Meriden, Warwickshire, Triumph recommenced production of the single-cylinder 3SW and 3HW (overhead-valve) models, the latter being based on the pre-war Tiger 80. This machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. There are no documents with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1920 ABC 398ccRegistration no. XC 9176Frame no. 1337Engine no. 1320Designed by Granville Bradshaw and produced by the Sopwith Aircraft Company, the ABC drew heavily on its designer's wartime experience in the development of air-cooled aero engines. A groundbreaking design, the ABC engine was a 398cc overhead-valve flat twin with integral four-speed gearbox. Legend has it that the power unit was designed in under three weeks, but Bradshaw did not stop there, going on to pen the duplex loop frame and sprung front and rear forks that marked out the ABC as one of the most advanced motorcycles of its day. It was fast too, J L E Emerson breaking the one-hour record twice at Brooklands, the second time at an average speed of 70.44mph, a feat that necessitated exceeding 80mph on occasions. Despite these successes, this promising design was hamstrung by production difficulties and price increases, just 3,000-or-so being made up to 1921 when the Sopwith factory ceased manufacture, though production of a modified version was continued by Gnome & Rhone in France.An older restoration, this ABC is presented in 'barn find' condition, ripe for sympathetic renovation. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Accompanying paperwork consists of an HPI printout and 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus 1923 Douglas 4hp Model B-20Registration no. SV 8529Frame no. 15832 & 15532Engine no. 14701Douglas commenced motorcycle production in 1907 with a machine powered by a horizontally-opposed twin, and they would keep faith with this engine layout until motorcycle production ceased in 1957. Douglas were quick to realise the advantages of the countershaft gearbox, its three-speed entries gaining the Team Prize in the 1914 Six Days Trial, a success which resulted in the firm obtaining a wartime contract for the supply of machines for military use. Among them was the 4hp model, which was intended primarily for sidecar pulling. First introduced in 1915, this sidevalve-engined machine employed over-square bore/stroke dimensions of 74.5x68mm for a capacity of 593cc, and like its smaller siblings used the new three-speed gearbox. Re-designated 'B-20' soon after The Great War, the 4hp Douglas cost £110 as a solo, with the optional sidecar an extra £35. An engraved plaque to the front of this machine reads: 'CHRIS HARRISON 1915 - DONINGTON RIDER, MOSQUITO PILOT ROLLS ROYCE ENGINEER RESTORED AND RODE THIS 1923 600cc DOUGLAS IN AUSTRALIA 1996/99'. Accompanying paperwork consists of some expired MoTs, an HPI check, and a V5C document. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed.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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus 1931 New Imperial 245cc Model 9Registration no. WJ 868Frame no. 14385 10BEngine no. 110 21965Builder of the last British-made machine to win the Lightweight 250 TT in the pre-war era (in 1936), New Imperial was unsurpassed for innovation during the 1930s, with models featuring pivoted fork rear suspension and unitary construction of the engine and gearbox. The marque was established in 1900 when Norman Downs acquired a cycle company in Birmingham, which he reorganised as New Imperial Cycles. The firm's first motorcycles, designed along Werner lines, were shown at the 1901 Stanley Show in London but were not well received. Not until 1910 did Downs try again, launching a conventional JAP-powered model - the Light Tourist - that would prove an outstanding success. In racing, New Imperial concentrated on the 250 class, winning the Isle of Man TT trophy for 250cc machines in 1921 and their first Lightweight TT in 1924, a feat repeated the following year. On the commercial front, the late 1920s saw production facilities expand and proprietary engines abandoned in favour of New Imperial's own power units. Among their more conventional machines of the early 1930s was the 245cc overhead-valve Model 9, as seen here. An older restoration, this New Imp is presented in 'barn find' condition, ripe for sympathetic renovation. We are advised by the vendor that although Ivan Rhodes changed the big-end bearing rollers, the engine requires further work to fully rebuild it. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Accompanying paperwork consists of an HPI printout and 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

Offered from the Collection of the Late Peter McManus c.1943 Triumph 343cc 3HW Military MotorcycleRegistration no. LSL 620Frame no. TL 15616Engine no. 3S 35300 C6128 (see text)When war broke out in September 1939, Triumph's entire stock of completed civilian machines was requisitioned by the War Office. The Coventry firm went on to develop a 350cc twin-cylinder model – the 3TW – specifically for military use, only for the destruction of its factory in an air raid in November 1940 to scupper the project. Installed in new premises at Meriden, Warwickshire, Triumph recommenced production of the single-cylinder sidevalve 3SW and overhead-valve 3HW models. The latter was based on the pre-war Tiger 80 sports roadster, the engine of which was modified to incorporate rocker boxes cast integrally with the cast-iron cylinder head, aluminium alloy being in short supply. Triumph's single-cylinder models were used mainly by the Royal Navy for despatch duties and general liaison, with the less-powerful 3SW reserved for the WRNS. First registered for civilian use on 9th July 1946, this 3HW was last taxed to the end of July 2012. The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding. Accompanying paperwork consists of a V5C Registration Certificate and an HPI printout recording the engine number as 'C69840'.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

1937 Brough Superior 1,096cc 11-50hp SpecialRegistration no. ELY 241Frame no. M8/1928 (see text)Engine no. LTZ/O 57639/S•Single ownership for circa 60 years•Matching frame and engine•Offered for restorationLegendary superbike of motorcycling's between-the-wars 'Golden Age', the Brough Superior was synonymous with high performance, engineering excellence and quality of finish. That such a formidable reputation was forged by a motorcycle constructed almost entirely from bought-in components says much for the publicity skills of George Brough. But if ever a machine was more than the sum of its parts, it was the Brough Superior. Always the perfectionist, Brough bought only the best available components for his motorcycles, reasoning that if the product was right, a lofty price tag would be no handicap. And in the 'Roaring Twenties' there were sufficient wealthy connoisseurs around to prove him right, T E Lawrence ('Lawrence of Arabia') being the most famous example. The speed with which the name 'Brough Superior' established itself as synonymous with excellence may be gauged from the fact that the famous 'Rolls-Royce of Motorcycles' sobriquet was first coined in 1921 when the marque was barely two years old. The story goes that Rolls-Royce objected to their name being associated with a mere motorcycle - until they examined one of George's creations. Launched in 1933, the 1,096cc 11-50 was the largest Brough Superior to enter series production. Powered by a sidevalve v-twin (of unusual 60-degree configuration) supplied exclusively to the Nottingham factory by J A Prestwich, the 11-50 fitted into the Brough price range between the SS80 touring and SS100 super-sports models. The 11-50 was conceived as a long-legged, effortless tourer and could exceed 90mph in solo form or pull a heavy sidecar at up to 75mph; indeed, in the latter role it was one of the finest sidecar mounts of its day. Production lasted until 1939, by which time the 11-50 was the only JAP-powered machine in the Brough Superior range. This 11-50 is highly unusual in so far as it incorporates a frame used twice by the factory; indeed it is the only example of this practice known to the Brough Superior Club. The frame is stamped '1928', which has been applied over '1227'; both are correct factory stampings. '1227' originally formed part of an early rigid-framed 11-50 built in 1933; it seems that this machine was returned to the factory to be rebuilt around a new frame, which was stamped with the original number (this motorcycle exists and has been authenticated). Some four years later the original frame of '1227' was reused in a plunger-framed 11-50 and re-stamped '1928'; that motorcycle being the one offered here, which was built on 17th December 1937 and supplied to Godfreys on 6th January 1938. The Brough left the factory fitted with a cruiser sidecar (since detached but still in existence elsewhere) and originally had chrome-plated mudguards with a black centre and gold lining. There is then a gap in this machine's history until 1962 when it resurfaces in the ownership of a Mr Suckling of Edmonton, London N18. Albert Wallace then owned it briefly, followed by a gentleman in Norwich, also briefly, before the machine was bought by the current owner's grandfather in the late 1960s. Dry-stored, unused, for some considerable time, this delightfully original and well-preserved Brough is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. The machine comes with a V5C Registration Certificate and a copy of its Works Record Card details.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

An autojumblers lotcomprising a Manx-type megaphone silencer; a believed Manx conrod; assorted engine components; alloy headlamp brackets and sundry spares, close inspection advised. (Qty)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

Silver cigarette case, engine turned decoration, gilt lined interior, makers Padgett & Braham Ltd, London 1930, length approx 9.5cm

Shagreen silver cigarette case, rectangular form, shagreen top and bottom, engine turned silver sides, gilt lined interior, retailers Dunhill, hallmarked London 1940, dimensions approx 8.5cm x 6cm

Silver rectangular cigarette case, engine turned decoration, makers W T Toghill & Co, Birmingham 1934, length approx 9cm together with a silver napkin ring, black circular cartouche, engine turned decoration, makers I S Greenberg & Co, Birmingham 1929, boxed (2)

Art Deco silver backed hand mirror, engine turned decoration, stepped details, engraved initial, makers W I Broadway & Co, Birmingham 1956, length approx 27.5cm

Eight various silver napkin rings to include engine turned decoration, blank cartouche, initialled cartouche, fully hallmarked etc

Skarratt & Co of Worcester Victorian silver open face key wind pocket watch, white enamel dial and subsidiary dial, black Roman numerals, poker hands, engine turned decoration to case, blank cartouche verso, case hallmarked John Harris, Chester 1882; together with a silver graduated curb link Albert chain and toggle, each link hallmarked, silver fob and silver St Christopher (3)

Victorian silver vinaigrette, engine turned decoration to hinged lid and base, floral engraved body, ogee shaped surround, initialled cartouche to lid, gilt pierced grille (af) gilt interior, makers Edward Smith, Birmingham 1857, length approximately 5cm

George V enamelled silver cigarette case, guilloche pale blue enamel (chip to corner) engine turned reverse, gilt lined, makers William Neale & Son Ltd, Birmingham 1932, cased

Commemorative George VI and Queen Elizabeth Coronation enamelled silver egg cup and spoon, makers Barker Brothers Silver Ltd, Birmingham 1936, cased, together with a silver backed brush, engine turned design with black rectangular cartouche, makers mark partially indistinct, Birmingham 1962, cased (2)

French painted enamelled silver lidded trinket box of circular form, the idyllic courtly scene with ladies, musician and stone statue amongst woodland setting, signed J Vallieres, blue and white enamel border surround, blue enamelled body, engine turned base, gilt interior (extensive damage to enamel), diameter approx 10cm

Silver cigarette case, blank rectangular cartouche, engine turned decoration, gilt lined interior, makers S M Levi Ltd, Birmingham 1938, length approx 10cm

George V silver cigarette case, engine turned decoration, makers A Nicholls & Son, Birmingham 1930, engraved date to interior, length approx 14cm

George IV silver gilt vinaigrette of circular form, cast rose bud border, engine turned body, small blank cartouche, the hinged lid opening to reveal gilt floral and scroll pierce grill, maker Nathaniel Mills, Birmingham 1829, length approx 5cm

George IV silver caddy spoon, fiddle pattern, initialled terminal, makers Charles Boyton I, London 1830, together with a silver cigarette box, engine turned decoration, initialled cartouche, makers Joseph Gloster Ltd, Birmingham 1925, together with a silver identity bracelet etc

Silver cigarette box, blank rectangular cartouche to centre, engine turned decoration, makers E & N Speak, Birmingham 1962, length approx 15.5cm