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GEORGE V SILVER TRINKET BOXthe serpentine fronted box with engine turned hinged cover, engraved 'Nannie' and raised on four cabriole supports, Birmingham 1918, maker Deakin & Francis Ltd., 6.5cm wide; together with a small Indian unmarked silver trinket pot, of circular form with profuse motif decoration overall, 5cm diameter (2)

A Moto Parilla OHC engine and gearbox cutawaysectioned throughout, mounted on a rotating base, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Piaggio cutaway enginesectioned throughout, mounted on an elevated stand, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A FB Minarelli cutaway enginesectioned throughout, engine number 3P*11789, mounted on elevated rotating base, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A believed Mineralli cutaway enginesectioned throughout, clamped to a display section of frame, mounted on elevated and rotating base, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A display crankshaft assemblywith conrods and pistons attached, mounted on base, believed to be for an unidentified V6 engine, stamped B.S.A 83, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A quantity of believed Vincent engine componentsincluding cams, timing gears and other assorted items, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A quantity of Velocette componentsincluding a post-war sprung frame complete with swinging arm and rear wheel; an incomplete and dismantled MAC engine (number 15451); gearbox, oil tank, seat, front brake, Amal carburettor, and assorted other parts, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ???? £50 + VAT uplift and storage at £10 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Velocette KSS Mk2 enginecomplete with magneto, engine no. 8364, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Velocette KSS Mk2 enginedismantled, engine no. 15451, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Vincent Amanda enginenumbered T20AUM/22F/5817, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A partially complete and dismantled British Anzani enginenumbered MC8 441, crankcase mating numbers 410; together with two cylinder barrels and pistons; two conrods; manifold and other small sundry parts; together with Summit crankcases (numbered CCW1483) and four pistons, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Honda CR72 Engine componentsincluding crankcases numbered CR72 866 with some weld repairs, cylinder head, cylinder barrel, cylinder liners, pistons, gears, oil pump, crankshaft with conrods, sump, clutch parts, and sundry items, it should be noted that the engine number does not appear to be a factory stamping, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ???? £50 + VAT uplift and storage at £10 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Honda CR77 engine componentsincluding crankcases numbered CR77E-310030 with some weld repairs, cylinder head, cylinder barrel, pistons, gears, 2 oil pumps, crankshaft, conrods, sump, clutch parts, and sundry items, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ???? £50 + VAT uplift and storage at £10 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A Norton CJ1 (350cc) enginenumbered '1730': bottom-end assembled (cylinder barrel and head included but not fitted); together with a Triumph Sprung Hub Mk2 built into a wheel, condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

A selection of Excelsior Manxman partscomprising a 350cc engine, number 'CXC117', believed complete but minus cam box and timing gears (cylinder head and barrel are included but not fitted); an Excelsior Albion gearbox case; Manxman oil tank; primary chain case outer cover; primary chain case inner cover (damaged but believed repairable), condition and completeness unknown, close inspection advised. (Qty)Lot to be sold without reserve.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: ?? £25 + VAT uplift and storage at £5 + VAT per lot per dayFor further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1962 Ariel 247cc Arrow Super Sports Registration no. HVS 179Frame no. T29141/GEngine no. T29141-GAriel's Arrow Super Sports, often referred to as the Golden Arrow, first hit the road in August 1961 and remained in production until May 1965. Mike O'Rourke had ridden a Herman Meier tuned Arrow to an amazing 7th place in the 1960 Lightweight TT against many much more exotic racing machines, maintaining an average speed of 80 mph, so it certainly had potential. Many have speculated that it could and should have been further developed, and not long afterwards the Japanese proved that there was a very real market for 250cc two stroke twins. This matching numbers example was bought by the lady vendor's late brother in law in November 1994. Virtually nothing is known of its history or mechanical state. It is accompanied by a V5C. 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1964 Ariel 199cc Arrow '200' Registration no. JHR 466B Frame no. T34589/HEngine no. T34589-HAriel's smaller 200cc Arrow was introduced in order to qualify for lower road tax and cheaper insurance. It is by some distance the rarest of Leader/Arrow family: only 844 being built between April 1964 and August 1965. Compared to its more powerful sister, it had a smaller bore and lower gearing. This matching numbers example was first registered on 2nd August 1964 and bought by the lady vendor's late brother in law exactly thirty years later on 2nd August 1994. It bears a tax disc which expired at the end of April 2002, and displays a recorded mileage of 21,302, but virtually nothing is known of its history or mechanical state, other than the fact that the engine is seized. It is accompanied by a V5C. 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1964 Ariel 247cc LeaderRegistration no. AEE 513B Frame no. T34286/BEngine no. T33668-BAriel's brave new venture with the Leader's ground breaking design ultimately went the way of many other radical concepts offered to a very conservative market. The first Ariel Leader rolled off the production line in August 1958, and seven years later, after 18,347 had been produced, the last one left the factory in June 1965. This Leader, first registered 29.8.64, was bought by the lady vendor's late brother in law in October 1992. An expired MoT certificate issued in July 1992 shows a mileage of 14,576. Today 14,689 miles are diplayed on the odometer, so only 113 miles have been covered in almost 28 years. Virtually nothing is known of its history or mechanical state. It is fitted with a very desirable Smiths 8 day clock, and is accompanied by a V5C. 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1964 Ariel 247cc Leader Registration no. JHR 213B Frame no. T33619/BEngine no. T33619-BWith its enclosed bodywork, leg shields, windscreen, and neatly integrated optional panniers, the Val Page designed Ariel Leader attempted, and largely succeeded in combining the handling benefits of a motorcycle with the protection and convenience of a scooter. It was the first British motorcycle to be fitted with flashing indicators. Ahead of its time in many respects, it surely deserved further development before BSA ceased production in 1965. A matching numbers example, this Leader previously belonged to the lady vendor's late brother in law. It was first registered on its present registration number in October 1988. The odometer displays 20,699 miles and is flanked on one side by a sought after Smiths eight day clock. Virtually nothing is known of its history or mechanical state. It is accompanied by a V5C. 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1965 NSU Quickly 49cc 23 Registration no. DOU 29D Frame no. 1042598Engine no. 1693351 (see text)The NSU Quickly was one of the most successful of all mopeds. It was manufactured from 1953 – 1965 with a total production of over one million units. This example is from 1965, the last year of production. It was bought brand new by the lady vendor's late brother in law on January 19th 1966. Although it has been re-registered in her name, it has not been used since the change of ownership, and is therefore effectively a one owner machine. Only 2035 miles are recorded on the odometer. It should be noted that the '33' in the middle of the engine number on top of the crankcase appears to be an over-stamp. Virtually nothing is known of its history or mechanical state. It is accompanied by a V5C. 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1960 Velocette 192cc LE Mark IIIRegistration no. OCL 995Frame no. 3017/34Engine no. 3017/3The first 150cc LE was hand-start and hand-change. The Mark II was enlarged to 192cc for 1951, and the 1958 Mark III changed to kick starter and a foot-change 4 speed gearbox. The model continued for over 20 years. This lovely little two-tone LE was purchased by the deceased owner in 1995. Sold by Kings of Norwich, the first owner was a clergyman, Pastor Paul Cummings, who kept it until 1972. In the present ownership it was used most years for Summer use until 2017. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old-type V5C, old-type V5, the original RF60 buff log book, a quantity of old MoTs, and sundry papers. Presently on SORN, the bike will need light re-commissioning and basic safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner.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

1960 BSA 247cc C15Registration no. TSJ 636Frame no. C15 23399Engine no. C15 21846In September 1958 BSA introduced a new '250' that would provide the basis for an entire range of singles in capacities up to 500cc. This newcomer, the C15, featured a compact overhead-valve engine and unitary four-speed gearbox. Alternator electrics and coil ignition were features, early models being distinguished by a distributor-type points housing. Trials and scrambles versions were offered as the range expanded during the 1960s. This C15 was purchased by the current vendor in February 2016. The machine benefits from considerable refurbishment, having been repainted and fitted with new wheel rims and spokes; a new exhaust system; new handlebars and control levers; and a new seat. Last run in the summer of 2019, it will require re-commissioning before further use. Offered with an HPI printout and V5C document. The vendor is slimming down his collection of motorcycles, hence 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.Lot to be sold without reserve.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

1932 Motobécane 250cc Model B33ARegistration no. not UK registeredFrame no. 235863Engine no. 98599A wide range of machines was manufactured between the wars, at the top of which were sensational 500cc and 750cc air-cooled four-cylinder models. The bedrock of production however, was 'bread and butter' two-strokes and uncomplicated sidevalves such as the Model B33A offered here. Previously registered in France, this Motobécane was purchased by the current vendor from VOF Dutch Lion Motorcycles of Grubbenvorst, Holland in November 2016 (receipt on file). Kept as part of the owner's collection since acquisition, the machine last ran one year ago and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. We are advised that the wheel spokes are new but that the tyres/tubes need replacing. Accompanying documentation consist of a French Carte Grise. The vendor is slimming down his collection of motorcycles, hence 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.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

1958 Triton 650cc Café RacerRegistration no. 379 YUGFrame no. N14 76524Engine no. T110 56298A happy marriage of Triumph power and Norton roadholding, the Triton is rightly regarded by enthusiasts as the quintessential British sports special. This hybrid first emerged in the 1950s and continues to be built by professionals and amateurs alike, enjoying marque status today. One of the first specials-builders to put the Triton into what might be termed 'limited production' was Dave Degens, proprietor of Dresda Autos. Riding one of his own Dresda Tritons, Degens won the prestigious Barcelona 24-Hour Endurance Race in 1965, defeating many works-entered bikes in the process. A very nice example, the triton offered here consists in the main of a 1958 Norton Dominator Model 99 rolling chassis; a 1954 Triumph Tiger 110 engine; and a Triumph 'slick shift' gearbox. Other noteworthy features include Amal Concentric carburettors; belt primary drive; central oil tank; Akront alloy wheel rims; swept-back exhaust pipes; megaphone silencers; clip-on 'bars; rear-set footrests; racing seat; John Tickle alloy top yoke; and matching Smiths instruments. In short: this machine incorporates all the classic Triton 'must haves'. First registered in June 2012 and purchased at a local auction, it currently displays a total of 28 miles on the odometer, which may well be the distance covered since its construction. The machine is offered with an expired MoT (2013), a dating letter, 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

1968 Triumph 649cc T120R BonnevilleRegistration no. EUG 157FFrame no. T120R DU72818Engine no. T120R DU72818'The famous Triumph Bonneville Road Sports twin carburettor motorcycle is the acknowledged choice of American riders who demand the finest all-round performance and handling. For 1966 the Bonneville features a new sporting look, with small slim gas tank, modern compact tail light assembly and polished stainless-steel fenders. Performance has been further increased, yet it still retains the reliability required by road riders under all conditions.' - Triumph Motorcycle Company.The USA had long been Triumph's most important export market, and to cater for local tastes T120R and T120C versions of the Bonneville were offered there, the former having a more raised handlebar when compared to its European counterpart while the latter catered for the American rider's passion for off-road motorcycling. Almost certainly imported from the USA, this 1968 T120R Bonneville was first registered in the UK on 1st January 1992. Purchased from a local auction house, it has covered a (believed) 1 mile since restoration and would respond well to detailing. It should be noted that the machine has not been used for the last 18 months and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. Offered with an HPI check 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

1963 BSA 646cc Rocket Gold Star Registration no. 718 XUPFrame no. GA10 1720Engine no. DA10R 10334Widely recognised as one of the most desirable of all factory-built 'café racers', the Rocket Gold Star arrived in 1962 along with the first of BSA's new unitary construction range. A combination of - mainly - Gold Star cycle parts and the A10 Super Rocket twin-cylinder engine, the newcomer represented the last of the old pre-unit line rather than a new departure, and thus was destined for a relatively short life. The model was offered in a number of different forms and with a host of options relating to controls and equipment. Motor Cycle tested a Rocket Gold Star in November 1962, summing up the new BSA as a 'scintillating high-performance road burner: good brakes, excellent rider comfort and docile traffic manners'. A top speed of 105mph was achieved. Around 1,800 Rocket Gold Stars were made over a two-year period and today genuine examples are highly sought after. This RGS comes with a Gold Star & Rocket Gold Star Owners Club letter confirming that its Despatch Book entry shows that it was despatched to Hap Alzina – BSA's USA West Coast Distributor in California – on 15th July 1963. Purchased from a local auction house, the machine has not been used for several years and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. It should be noted that there is another machine, which fraudulently and briefly claimed the identity of this example. This machine has been fully verified by the BSA Gold Star & Rocket Gold Star Owners Club, as being a correct factory stamped matching-numbers example, offered with V5C Registration Certificate and HPI check.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

1957 BSA 500cc Gold StarRegistration no. HSV 652Frame no. CB32 6561Engine no. DBD34GS 2871'Potent in appearance, with a massive square-finned alloy barrel and head, the first of the 1954 production BSA Gold Star Clubman's TT models, prototypes of which recently swept the board at Daytona, have started to come off the assembly line at Small Heath.' – Motor Cycling. While its trials and scrambles derivatives demonstrated the design's versatility by chalking up an equally impressive record in off-road competition, the 500cc DBD34 in Clubman's trim is for the majority of enthusiasts the epitome of the 'Goldie'. The DBD, the ultimate road going 500 Gold Star, appeared in 1956 when the famous RRT2 close-ratio gearbox and 190mm front brake became standard equipment. From then on BSA's perennially popular sporting single changed little until its much-lamented demise in 1963. According to BSA's Despatch Book entries (copies supplied by the Gold Star & Rocket Gold Star Owners Club), this example consists of a frame that formed part of a CB32 (350cc) Clubman sent to W Collins in Truro, and the engine from a DBD34 Clubman sent to Bob Foster in Parkstone, both machines leaving the factory in June 1957. Purchased from a local auction house, the Goldie has not been run for 18 months and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. Offered with a V5C document and the aforementioned dating letter.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 745cc Commando RoadsterRegistration no. MVA 576LFrame no. 230663Engine no. 20M3S 230663The Commando's vibration-beating Isolastic frame enabled Norton Villiers successfully to prolong the life of their ageing parallel twin. Launched in 1967, with production commencing in 1968, the Commando used the preceding Featherbed-framed Atlas model's 750cc engine and AMC gearbox, and was an instant hit with the motorcycling public, being voted Motor Cycle News 'Machine of the Year' for five consecutive years. It might have been a little down in 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. New variations on the basic theme soon appeared, commencing in 1969 with the addition of the more sporting, though conventionally styled, 'S' version, complete with high-level exhausts. This was followed in 1970 by the Roadster, which was basically the 'S' with a low-level exhaust system.This Norton Commando 750 Roadster was purchased from a local auction house. Currently displaying a total of 20,593 miles on the odometer, and believed original and un-restored, it requires re-commissioning and would respond well to detailing (the engine turns over). 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

1957 Ariel 649cc FH HuntmasterRegistration no. YWJ 272Frame no. AP6705Engine no. CNLF5470Following Ariel's acquisition by the BSA Group in 1951, an exercise in 'badge engineering' a few years later saw the launch of a new model - the Huntmaster - which deployed the 650cc twin-cylinder engine of the BSA A10 in Ariel's new swinging-arm frame. In Ariel guise the power unit differed only in detail, its origins being disguised beneath a reshaped timing cover, while on the primary drive side Ariel's traditional dry clutch was retained. 'High performance combined with remarkable tractability and notable fuel economy: first-class steering and braking' was how Motor Cycle magazine summarised the Huntmaster's virtues in December 1955. The factory claimed a top speed of 90-95mph with fuel consumption of 65-70mpg when cruising at 45mph. Announced in October 1953 as a new-for-1954 model, the Huntmaster disappeared along with the rest of Ariel's four-stroke models in 1959. Purchased from a local auction house and last taxed for the road until 30th June 2015, this Huntmaster will require re-commissioning before further use and would respond well to detailing (the engine turns over). 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

1961 Royal Enfield 495cc Meteor MinorRegistration no. 134 RPKFrame no. 6005Engine no. CC 30085Launched in 1948, Royal Enfield's 500cc parallel twin followed orthodox lines, though the use of separate cylinder barrels and heads, and the incorporation of the oil tank within the crankcase - a feature inherited from the Redditch firm's singles - was unusual. The new engine was installed in what was basically the Bullet frame, the latter an advanced design featuring swinging-arm rear suspension. The Enfield twin was progressively up-dated, gaining a double-sided front brake for 1955 and a crankshaft-mounted alternator and the new Bullet-type frame for 1957, before undergoing a more radical revision in 1958. Dubbed the Meteor Minor, the new twin featured short-stroke engine dimensions, replaceable big-end shells, 17' wheels, and bigger brakes, and was built in standard and De Luxe forms, the latter being equipped with - among other refinements - a dual seat, pillion footrests, and an enclosed rear chain. There was also a Sport variant equipped with a different inlet camshaft that boosted peak power to 33bhp at 6,500rpm, a 3bhp/250rpm improvement over the standard/De-luxe models. This apparently restored Meteor Minor has not been used for 18 months and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. It should be noted that although the engine turns over there is no compression. The machine comes with a V5C document and 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1968 DMW 247cc Deemster Ex-PoliceRegistration no. MDF 48FFrame no. not visibleEngine no. SE957DMW, which stands for Dawson Motor Works, was established by Leslie Dawson just before the war, and soon after it began production of motorcycles, initially with competition machines, before turning to manufacturing road bikes utilising Villiers two-stroke engines of varying sizes. Capacities ranged from 98 to 324cc and included off-road competition and road racing variants. In 1961 the Deemster model appeared with a Villiers 250cc twin engine, the Deluxe version of which had 12-volt electrics and an electric starter. Both models had enclosing bodywork around the rear, and also the front mudguard. The model continued in the range until, when Villiers engines were no longer obtainable, in 1966 the company started to source two-stroke flat twin engines from the Velocette company which had been used in the Viceroy scooter. A small number of these machines were sold to several constabularies, presumably to be considered as replacements for the long-established Velocette LE. This rare survivor, featuring the flat twin engine with 12-volt electric start, was one of two owned by the Gloucestershire Constabulary, as confirmed by a letter from them in the document file. 'MDF 48F' was acquired by the present owner in the recent past but, not having been used by him, is now surplus to requirements, as space is required for other machines. It has been started at regular intervals by the vendor, but not used on the road, and should only need basic safety checks and light re-commissioning before returning to the road.Documentation comprises a current V5C, two old MoT certificates, and the aforementioned letter from Gloucestershire Constabulary.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 BSA 500cc DBD34 Gold StarRegistration no. 488 BLR (see text)Frame no. CB32.10317Engine no. DBD.34.GS.5882•Iconic British sports roadster•Matching numbers•Despatched from the factory in November 1960On Wednesday 30th June 1937, a specially prepared Empire Star 500 ridden by the great Wal Handley achieved a 100mph lap of the Brooklands circuit on its way to a debut race victory and award of the Gold Star that would give BSA's new super sports model its evocative name. Possibly the most successful production racing motorcycle ever, the post-war Gold Star formed the mainstay of clubman's racing in the 1950s. In fact, it was the model's domination of the Isle of Man Clubman's TT which led to the event being dropped after Gold Star rider Bernard Codd's 1956 Senior/Junior double victory. The Gold Star did not return to BSA's post-WW2 range until 1949. First displayed at the Earls Court Show in 1948, the B32 Goldie boasted the telescopic front fork first introduced on BSAs larger models for 1946 and came equipped with a new alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. For 1950 a 500cc version – the B34 – was added to the range and this larger Goldie was the first to switch to the new die-cast top-end, with separate rocker box, in 1951. The 350 followed suit in 1952 and the pair continued as the 'BB' Gold Stars after the new swinging arm frame was introduced in 1953, changing to 'CB' designation for 1954. This change marked the introduction of the classic 'big fin' engine top-end but the designation lasted only until the arrival of the 'DB' series in the autumn of 1955. The 'DB' incorporated a much-improved lubrication system and, in the case of the 350 only, a stronger cylinder assembly; as such it represented the 'Junior' Goldie in its final form, there being no 350 equivalent of the final 'DBD' version. For the majority of enthusiasts, the 500cc DBD34 in Clubman's trim is the epitome of the 'Goldie'. The DBD, the ultimate road going 500 Gold Star, appeared in 1956 when the famous RRT2 close-ratio gearbox and 190mm front brake became standard equipment. From then on BSA's perennially popular sporting single changed little until its much-lamented demise in 1963. Today, the Gold Star remains one of the most highly sought after of post-war British motorcycles and is supported by a most enthusiastic owners' club.This matching-numbers BSA Gold Star DBD34 was despatched from the factory in November 1960. The RRT2 gearbox, 190mm front brake, Dunlop alloy wheel rims, and matching Smiths instruments are noteworthy features. There is no registration document with this Lot. It should be noted the HPI database records engine number DBD34GS8882. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1955 BSA 500cc Gold StarRegistration no. MNT 882 (see text)Frame no. CB32.290.9Engine no. DB.34.GS.316The Gold Star did not return to BSA's post-WW2 range until 1949. First displayed at the Earls Court Show in 1948, the B32 Goldie boasted the telescopic front fork first introduced for 1946 and came equipped with a new alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. For 1950 a 500cc version – the B34 – was added to the range and this larger Goldie was the first to switch to the new die-cast top-end, with separate rocker box, in 1951. The 350 followed suit in 1952 and the pair continued as the 'BB' Gold Stars after the new swinging arm frame was introduced in 1953, changing to 'CB' designation for 1954. This change marked the introduction of the classic 'big fin' engine but the designation lasted only until the arrival of the 'DB' series in the autumn of 1955. The 'DB' incorporated a much-improved lubrication system and, in the case of the 350 only, a stronger cylinder assembly; as such it represented the 'Junior' Goldie in its final form, there being no 350 equivalent of the final 'DBD' version. This Gold Star started life as a DB32 (350) but now has a DB34 (500) engine installed, while the later front brake and gearbox are not correct for this model. Last taxed for the road in 1996, the machine is offered for re-commissioning/restoration and sold strictly as viewed. There is no registration document with this Lot. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1954 BSA 500cc B31/B33 'Gold Star' Replica (see text)Registration no. RXO 653 (see text)Frame no. CB31 189Engine no. DBD34GS 1614 (re-stamped)On Wednesday 30th June 1937, a specially prepared Empire Star 500 ridden by the great Wal Handley achieved a 100mph lap of Brooklands on its way to a debut race victory and award of the 'Gold Star' that would give BSA's new sports model its evocative name. Possibly the most successful production racing motorcycle ever, the post-war Gold Star formed the mainstay of Clubman's racing in the 1950s. For the majority of enthusiasts, the 500cc DBD34 in Clubman's trim is the epitome of the 'Goldie'. The DBD, the ultimate road going 500 Gold Star, appeared in 1956 when the famous RRT2 close-ratio gearbox and 190mm front brake became standard equipment. From then on BSA's perennially popular sporting single changed little until its much-lamented demise in 1963. Today, the Gold Star remains one of the most highly sought after of post-war British motorcycles and is supported by a most enthusiastic owners' club. The Gold Star replica offered here consists of a B31/B33 frame dating from 1954 and a (believed) DBD34 engine that has been re-stamped with too low a number. Last taxed until 30th April 2005, the machine is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. There is no registration document with this Lot. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1960 BSA 646cc Rocket Gold Star ReplicaRegistration no. 289 ANG (see text)Frame no. GA7 10920Engine no. DA10R 5552Widely recognised as one of the most desirable of all factory built 'café racers', the Rocket Gold Star arrived in 1962 along with the first of BSA's new unitary construction range. A combination of - mainly - Gold Star cycle parts and the A10 Super Rocket twin-cylinder engine, the newcomer represented the last of the old pre-unit line rather than a new departure, and thus was destined for a relatively short life. The model was offered in a number of different forms and with a host of options relating to controls and equipment. Around 1,800 were made over a two-year period. Today genuine examples are highly sought after, their relative scarcity leading to the construction of numerous replicas such as that offered here. Last taxed for the road in 2001, this motorcycle has correct BSA frame/engine number stampings, albeit not those of a genuine Rocket Gold Star. Noteworthy features include Borrani alloy wheel rims and matching Smiths Chronometric speedometer and rev counter. There is no registration document with this Lot, which is offered for restoration/re-commissioning and sold strictly as viewed. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1955 BSA 650cc 'Road Rocket Special' (see text)Registration no. FSV 196 (see text)Frame no. CA7 13835Engine no. DA10R 2911BSA's range for 1955 embodied several novel features. Alongside the existing plunger-framed machines were new models equipped with swinging-arm rear suspension, while the A7 Shooting Star and A10 Road Rocket sports twins came with new aluminium-alloy cylinder heads. The latter produced a highly respectable 40bhp, and as tested by Motor Cycling magazine was found capable of reaching 109mph. Available only for export at first, the Road Rocket reached the UK market in 1956, by which time it had been equipped with the stylish Ariel full-width hubs, but lasted in production for only another season before being superseded by the Super Rocket. Today the short-lived Road Rocket is one of the rarer BSA twins. Finished in the model's characteristic red/black livery, this machine has been built as a Road Rocket lookalike using an earlier frame and later engine, though the cycle parts and hubs are correct for a Road Rocket. Prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to the origin of this machine's components, its construction, and subsequent model designation prior to bidding. There is no registration document with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted the HPI database records a 'G' frame prefix opposed to 'C' and a final '5' digit to engine number that does not appear on the machine. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate Triton 650cc Café RacerRegistration no. YER 476 (see text)Frame no. D10657Engine no. 6T 79388A happy marriage of Triumph power and Norton roadholding, courtesy of the latter's peerless Featherbed frame, the Triton is rightly regarded by enthusiasts as the quintessential British sports special. This hybrid first emerged in the 1950s and continues to be built by professionals and amateurs alike, enjoying marque status today. This delightfully understated 'old school' Triton is powered by a Triumph Thunderbird engine dating from 1956. Other noteworthy features include a Triumph gearbox; alloy cylinder head; twin carburettors; alloy wheel rims; and a twin-leading-shoe front brake. Last taxed in February 1994, the machine is offered for re-commissioning/restoration and is sold strictly as viewed. There is no registration document with this Lot, and it should be noted that the frame appears to have been re-stamped with a Triumph number. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate 1966 Triumph 649cc T120 BonnevilleRegistration no. NYA 63E (see text)Frame no. T120 DU43310Engine no. T120 DU43310Graced by one of the most evocative model designations in the history of motorcycling, the Triumph Bonneville owes its existence to record-breaking successes achieved on the eponymous Utah salt flats in 1958, when a Tiger 110 set a new 650cc production machine record of over 147mph. Launched at the Motor Cycle Show in September 1958, the production Bonneville remained recognisably similar to the first Speed Twin of 1938 for the next few years, as did Triumph's other large-capacity twins. Unitary construction of engine and gearbox was already a feature of the 350 and 500 twins though, and that innovation duly appeared on the 650s in 1963. The café racers' favourite since its introduction, thanks to lusty acceleration and a top speed approaching 120mph, the Bonneville continued in this new form as Triumph's top-of-the-range sports roadster. This collectible T120 Bonneville dates from 1966, by which time the handling problems associated with earlier versions had been sorted. Last taxed for the road in 2000, the Bonnie displays a total of 10 miles on the odometer, which may well be the distance travelled since its restoration. The machine is offered with pre-restoration photographs; Triumph Replacement Parts Catalogue; parts catalogue (missing covers); Triumph owner's workshop manual; and copy Real Classic magazine article. There is no registration document with this Lot. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate 1957 Ariel 500cc VH Red HunterRegistration no. 849 JTW (see text)Frame no. APR5227Engine no. AMB1019In 1946 the Hunters became the first models to feature Ariel's new telescopic front fork, and the following year could be ordered with optional Anstey Link plunger rear suspension. A new duplex loop frame with swinging-arm rear suspension was adopted for 1954, the 500cc VH gaining an alloy 'head at the same time. Full-width alloy hubs were adopted across the range in 1956, and the Red Hunters continued in this form until production ceased in 1959. Last taxed in December 2000, this Ariel Red Hunter is offered for restoration. There is no registration document with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1962 Triumph 200cc Tiger CubRegistration no. 448 PK (see text)Frame no. T82770Engine no. T20 82770With 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 frugality. This matching-numbers Tiger Cub displays a total of circa 32,000 miles on the odometer and is presented in believed original condition. The machine was last taxed for the road in 2006 and is offered for restoration. There is no registration document with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted the HPI database records frame and engine numbers 720182770. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate 1970 BSA 172cc D175 BantamRegistration no. EPK 759J (see text)Frame no. obscuredEngine no. ND06635 B175The Bantam became a top seller for BSA, in excess of half a million leaving the Birmingham factory before production ceased. Swinging-arm rear suspension and a sturdier telescopic front fork were introduced on the D3 Bantam Major in the mid-1950s and a four-speed gearbox on the D10 in 1966. Introduced for 1968, the D14 boasted a more powerful (12.6bhp) engine, up from the D10's 10bhp. The Bantam's final incarnation - the D175 with much revised engine - appeared in 1969 and lasted in the range with only minor changes until March 1971. There is no registration document with this late BSA Bantam, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

Property of a deceased's estate c.1937 Terrot 499cc Type RDRegistration no. EDD 936 (see text)Frame no. 232120Engine no. 141188Like many of his cycle industry contemporaries, Charles Terrot turned to powered transport towards the end of the 19th Century, and by the early 1900s his Dijon factory was making not only bicycles but also motorcycles, quadricycles, and voiturettes. Previously a user of proprietary engines, Terrot began producing its own power units in the mid-1920s. This late-1930s Terrot is powered by a single-cylinder sidevalve engine of unitary construction. Last taxed in December 2014, the machine is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed. There is no registration document with this Lot. It should be noted the HPI database records engine number 171188. Prospective bidders must satisfy themselves as to the validity of the Vehicle Registration Number 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

1930 Sunbeam 493cc Model 9Registration no. GF 3938Frame no. D7927Engine no. LL4501Having originally manufactured bicycles in the late nineteenth century, Sunbeam, in common with many bicycle makers of the period, metamorphosed into motorcycle manufacturing under the guidance of John Marston. Motor cycle manufacture commenced around 1912 with the quality of finish which had become the hallmark of their bicycle creations. Their entry into the market was innovative, featuring a two-speed countershaft gearbox, a lever operated clutch, and enclosed primary and final drives via chains. The early machines acquitted themselves with honour in competition, albeit without exceptional distinction prior to the Great War. Between the wars, however, in the skilled hands of exponents such as Alec Bennett Charles Dodson and the legendary rider and tuner George Dance, Sunbeam advanced their reputation in leaps and bounds, both in trials and road racing. With victories in the Senior TT in 1920, 1922, and 1929, racing success created greater demand for their products and by the early thirties Sunbeam were lauded as producers of one of the 'quality' sporting machines of the day. GF 3938 was purchased by the deceased owner from Brian Verrall in 1993 (copy invoice on file). It was MoT'd by him and may have been used for the first few years of ownership, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1997. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, an original RF60 continuation buff log book dated 1951, a quantity of old MoT certificates, the aforementioned copy invoice, and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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.1939 Rudge Whitworth 499cc 'Ulster'Registration no. AMJ 473Frame no. not visibleEngine no. 6293 (see text)Rudge were early adopters of technology, and were one of the first to provide a four-speed gearbox, four-valve cylinder heads, and interconnected brakes, not to mention the lever-operated centre stand. The sports model was the 499cc Ulster, so named following the firm's win in the Ulster Grand prix in 1928. From 1934 the Rudge Ulster was equipped with an aluminium bronze four valve cylinder head. 'AMJ 473' was purchased by the deceased owner in 1987. He was not impressed by the quality of assembly, and therefore decided to give the bike to a professional restorer to correct the inadequacies of the previous owner. Accordingly, it was placed with Robin James of Leominster. There followed a period of work and, after exchanges of invoices and letters detailing progress, the work ended in 1988. We are not aware of whether the Rudge was ever used on the road after this time, and it has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1988. The engine number on the documentation does not match that on the engine, indicating that the engine, or crankcases, have been changed. A crankcase half, numbered U1504, accompanies the machine. Requiring thorough safety checks and re-commissioning, the Rudge is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the vintage, suitability, and compatibility of its components prior to bidding. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, the aforementioned correspondence/invoices, Rudge Enthusiasts Journals, plus sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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 Velocette 499cc MSSRegistration no. MMV 162Frame no. C MS3616Engine no. MSS1157Velocette did not produce a conventional overhead valve engine until the introduction of the first of the M-series models, the MOV, in 1933. The second of the M-series, all of which featured the high camshaft layout, was the MAC, which arrived later in 1933. In 1935, in an attempt to capitalise on economic recovery, the 500 MSS was announced, hoping to catch the tide of optimism with increased power and performance. Success of the MSS was demonstrated by its long production run, which saw it through to the end of production in 1971. 'MMV 162' was purchased by the deceased owner from Brian Verrall in 1993 (copy invoice on file). A 1989 dating letter from Ivan Rhodes accompanied the machine and detailed an extract of the factory records which showed that the bike no longer had the original engine (MSS2457) fitted. MSS2380 appears to have been installed at that time, but when the last owner obtained it, the present engine (MSS1157) had replaced it. The same letter chronicled that it had originally been exported to Melbourne, Australia, returning in 1946 to be registered as 'MMV 162'. When acquired, the bike was MoT'd, and may have been used for a short period, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1994. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, an original RF60 continuation buff log book dated 1953, an old MoT certificate, the aforementioned copy invoice and dating letter, plus sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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 BSA 595cc Model M35-10Registration no. XSV 231Frame no. E10.176Engine no. E10.122Although there were bicycle-related creations dating back several years before, BSA are considered to have started motorcycle production in 1910, for the 1911 model year. Destined never to have the racing pedigree of contemporaries such as Norton, Triumph, Matchless, Indian, Velocette, Rudge and others prior to World War II, they nevertheless garnered a well-deserved reputation as a solid, dependable means of transport for many enthusiasts, and offered an extensive model range (of as many as 18 different ones) which served many of the populace for much of their daily transport and weekend sporting needs. By 1935 the range extended from a dinky little overhead-valve four stroke 150cc machine, through 250, 350, 500, and 600 singles to the big V-twin machines in both side and overhead valve configurations. The M35-10 model could be used as either a solo or sidecar mount, fulfilling both roles with aplomb. 'XSV 231' was purchased by the deceased owner from Pollards Motorcycles in 1991 (invoice on file). When acquired, the bike was MoT'd, and may have been used for a short period, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1993. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner.Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, two old MoT certificates, the aforementioned copy invoice, plus sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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

1952 Vincent 998cc Series-C Rapide Watsonian CombinationRegistration no. MXH 127Frame no. RC10113/E Rear Frame no. RC10113/EEngine no. F10AB/1/8213 Crankcase nos. XX 77 / XX 77• Present ownership since 1993• Matching numbers examplePhil Vincent and fellow engineer Phil Irving designed their own engine for 1934, with their (now traditional) high-camshaft layout. Initial models with this engine were the Meteor and Comet, later variations being the Comet Special and the TT model.Soon after, by the relatively simple expedient of mounting two top ends onto a common crankcase, the A series 998cc twin was evolved in 1936, with the apocryphal tale of the Series A twins being conceived as a result of two single-cylinder drawings being overlapped. However, production of this model only lasted until war broke out in 1939.Post war, Phil Vincent and designer Phil Irving, who had returned to the company during the war years, laid down the details of the new post war V-twin to replace the pre-war series A; their ambition for the model was that it would live up to their proposed advertising strapline for the machine of 'The World's fastest standard Motorcycle!'. Introduced in 1946 the Rapide was certainly fast, but it soon became clear to Vincent that a tuned version would be required to further enhance the marque, and the Black Shadow was announced in the early part of 1948 with a reputed top speed of 125 mph. The Series B Rapide and Shadow were supplanted by the Series C version after only around one year.'MXH 127' was originally supplied to dealers Humphries in London in December 1951. It was purchased by the deceased owner in 1993 from Brian Verrall (invoice on file). When acquired by the late owner, the bike was in solo form, but he commissioned Charnwood Classic Restorations to fit the present Watsonian Albion single seater sidecar (invoice on file). The Albion was a current sidecar in 1952, so forms a perfect match for the big twin. It is fitted with the Smiths five-inch 150 mph speedometer, as fitted to the Black Shadow. Old MoTs on file suggest that the sidecar was fitted within two months of purchase, and that the bike covered only approximately 536 miles in the present ownership, 520 miles of that with the newly fitted sidecar. However, the buff log book in the document file indicates that a sidecar had been previously fitted at one time. The Rapide was in use only until 1995 before being laid up, and has been dry garage-stored since that time. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, a copy old V5, an original RF60 continuation buff log book dated 1957, some old MoT certificates, the aforementioned invoices, and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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

1950 Vincent 499cc Comet Registration no. PFC 782Frame no. RC/1/6020 Rear Frame no. RC/1/6020Engine no. F5AB/2A/4120 Crankcase nos. 32 I / 32 I• Present ownership since 1984• Matching numbers examplePost war, Phil Vincent and designer Phil Irving, who had returned to the company during the war years, laid down the details of the new post war V-twin to replace the pre-war series A, their ambition for the model was that it would live up to their proposed advertising strapline for the machine of 'The World's fastest standard Motorcycle!'. Introduced in 1946 the Rapide was certainly fast, but it soon became clear to Vincent that a tuned version would be required to further enhance the marque, and the Black Shadow was announced in the early part of 1948. With a reputed top speed of 125mph the Series B Black Shadow was supplanted by the Series C version after only around one year.There is an apocryphal tale of the Series A twins being conceived as a result of two single-cylinder drawings being overlapped; in the same way, it could be said that the post-war single cylinder engine was brought about by the use of a rubber – removing the rear cylinder of the existing twin-pot design. In other respects, the layout was almost identical, with the same 'frameless' cycle parts being employed for the single and the twin. On the singles the rear cylinder was replaced with a cast alloy beam, and the gearbox employed was the familiar Burman item. Announced in late 1948, a few single cylinder Meteors were produced before being joined soon after by the Comet in Series C form with Girdraulic forks, as opposed to the Brampton girders on the Meteor. The Comet was a little more expensive than the Meteor, and equipped with a higher compression ratio, front propstands, and Girdraulic forks.'PFC 782' was originally supplied to Kings of Oxford in June 1950. It was purchased by the deceased owner in 1984 (receipt on file). The Comet had the cylinder head reconditioned in 1992 by Bob Dunn, who fitted unleaded valve seats, new valves and guides. When acquired, the bike was used by the owner for some years, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1990. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, an old V5, an original VE60 continuation green log book dated 1974, a quantity of old MoT certificates, the aforementioned receipt, two handbooks and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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

1958 Velocette 349cc MACRegistration no. HEP 725Frame no. RS10138Engine no. MAC25076After the First World War, Velocette were firmly committed to two-stroke machines, only turning to four strokes in the mid nineteen twenties with production of the Model K, their first overhead camshaft machine, which appeared in 1925. They continued with other overhead cam models, but did not produce a conventional overhead valve engine until the introduction of the first of the M-series models, the MOV, in 1933. The second of the M-series, all of which featured the high camshaft layout, was the MAC, which arrived later in 1933. It provided a little more power, whilst still catering to the public need for belt-tightening in the austerity of the early 1930s. Its success was demonstrated by its long production run, which saw it through to 1960. Indeed, in one year (1953) it was the only single cylinder model in the Velocette range, appearing with the LE. In 1954 it acquired the swinging arm frame. 'HEP 725' was purchased by the deceased owner in 1991 (receipt on file). It was MoT'd at that time, and may have been used for a short period, but has been dry garage-stored and not used since approximately 1993. It will, therefore, need careful re-commissioning and safety checks prior to use on the road by a new owner. Documentation comprises a current V5C, an old V5C, the original RF60 buff log book from 1958, two old MoT certificates, the aforementioned purchase receipt, and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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

2009 Triumph 865cc Bonneville SERegistration no. PK59 WYCFrame no. *SNT900K13AT410628*Engine no. 408783When production of Triumphs finally stopped in 1983, after the Meriden Cooperative went into receivership, the rights to the Triumph name were sold to John Bloor. To enable him fully to prepare for production of new models, time was needed for design and planning, and he therefore licensed the rights to manufacture Triumphs to Les Harris until, in 1990, Bloor was ready to begin production. Triumphs began to roll off the production line once again in 1991. Initial models were three- and four-cylinder machines in a modular design. Later models started to use 'retro' styling to capitalise on the name and history of the marque. One such retro model was the 865 Bonneville SE offered here, with a twin cylinder power unit looking similar to older models, but with modern engineering solutions. 'PK59 WYC' was purchased new by the late owner from Youles of Blackburn (purchase invoice on file) and he used it regularly each year, in good weather conditions, until 2019. The total mileage covered at the time of consignment was 26,183. It has a continuous run of MoTs from 2012, and the present one expires in October 2020. Standing since the time of the last MoT in October 2019, the Triumph should only need modest recommissioning and basic checks by a new owner before taking to the road once again. Documentation comprises a current V5C, two old V5Cs, the aforementioned sales invoice and run of MoT certificates, a Haynes manual, owner's handbook, original sales brochure, invoices, and sundry papers. The machine is presently on SORN.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

1960 Moto Morini 175cc Tresette SprintRegistration no. FAS 861Frame no. 43044Engine no. TS41939Introduced for the 1954 model year, the 175cc Moto Morini Settebello (Seven of Diamonds) was a high-performance sports roadster that commenced a run of models named after card games. Although intended for production-class racing, the Settebello was sold with full road equipment and could be distinguished from Morini's other 175s by its larger cylinder head containing hairpin valve springs (all the rest used coils). Following the budget-priced Biscola (trumps) the last of the card game-themed 175s was the Tresette (Three Sevens) which was newly introduced for 1958 together with the sporting Tresette Sprint. There was also an out-and-out racer, the twin-overhead-camshaft Rebello, which was one of the most advanced designs available when introduced in 1955. This restored Moto Morini Tresette Sprint was first registered in the UK in May 2002 and has belonged to the current vendor since November 2013. We are advised that the compression has been lowered for road use, and that the machine has been upgraded with a Powerdynamo 12-volt ignition and MMB electronic rev counter. Last run in December 2019, the machine is described by the private vendor as in excellent condition throughout and would make a superb acquisition for any collection and an ideal mount for the Moto Giro d'Italia. Accompanying documentation consists of restoration notes and bills; some expired MoTs; a V5C Registration Certificate; and photocopy instruction manual and parts book.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 Aermacchi 246cc Ala VerdeRegistration no. FEY 384DFrame no. 222886Engine no. 22286A household name among motorcyclists thanks to its heroic achievement of producing the most highly developed and successful overhead-valve racing single ever, Aermacchi was a relative latecomer to motorcycle manufacture, building its first machine, the curious scooter-like Convertible, in the late 1940s. Aermacchi's first 'proper' motorcycle, the two-stroke Monsone, appeared in 1950, but it was not until 1956 that the firm's trademark horizontally mounted four-stroke single made its debut in the Chimera. Featuring enclosed bodywork reminiscent of Ariel's Arrow, but bags more stylish, the Chimera would remain in production until 1960. Before then it had been joined by a quartet of more conventionally styled machines in 175cc and 250cc capacities, the sporting version of the latter being the 80mph Ala Verde. One of the last built before Aermacchi was acquired by AMF (owners of Harley-Davidson) this five-speed Ala Verde has been upgraded with a Powerdynamo 12-volt ignition. Imported into the UK in 1992 as a restoration project but sat in a garage until November 2015 when it changed hands and was totally rebuilt. Registered in August 2017, the Ala Verde has covered fewer than 100 kilometres since completion and is presented in commensurately excellent condition, having last run in December 2019. The machine is offered with a V5C Registration Certificate; copy instruction manual and parts book; and a substantial file of restoration invoices.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 MV Agusta 175cc CSTLRegistration no. LAS 169Frame no. 405200/36Engine no. 404500THaving commenced motorcycle production late in 1945 with a 98cc two-stroke, Meccanica Verghera (MV) introduced its first production four-strokes, the single-cylinder 175CST and CSTL tourers, at the Milan Show in 1952, the newcomers' advanced overhead-cam, unitary construction engine setting them apart from most of the opposition. Their cycle parts too were state-of-the-art, consisting of a duplex loop frame incorporating the engine as a stressed member, oil-damped telescopic front fork, swinging-arm rear suspension, and full-width alloy hubs. Differences between the two were mainly confined to the seating, the CST having a single saddle while the deluxe CSTL came with a dual seat. The engine of this CSTL was totally rebuilt in August 2009 by Motori di Marino of West Chillington, West Sussex, since when it has covered fewer than 350 kilometres. The MV was first registered in the UK in November 2002 and has belonged to the present owner since February 2010. Bills on file show that the machine has benefited from considerable expenditure since then. Last run in December 2019 and described by the private vendor as in good condition throughout, this charming little MV is offered with sundry bills; old/current V5/V5C Registration Certificates; and a quantity of old MoTs (most recent expired 2013).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 MV Agusta 150cc GTRegistration no. JSL 569Frame no. GT647085Engine no. 870389'The Italian Highway Code, introduced in 1959, brought the 150 back into fashion, as it forbade access to the motorway system to vehicles with cylinder capacities of less than 150 cm3. The MV 150... had an effective capacity of 150.1 cm3 and was therefore allowed to travel on the motorways...' – Colombo & Patrignani, MV Agusta. After the launch of its first production four-stroke - a 175cc, overhead-camshaft, unitary construction single - MV followed up in 1954 with the similar, although overhead-valve, Gran Turismo 125. Similar models in other capacities followed, the first 150cc offerings appearing in 1959. Gran Turismo (GT), Rapido Sport (RS) and Rapido Sport America (RSA) versions were produced. Like their larger siblings, the small MVs were very expensive - at around £200 the Turismo Rapido cost as much as a British 500 - which explains why so few of these exquisitely engineered little bikes were sold in the UK. This restored MV Agusta 150 GT has belonged to the vendor since October 2010 and has covered only 250 miles since then. Last run in December 2019 and described by the owner as in good condition throughout, having been maintained regularly, the machine is offered with sundry bills; a V5C document; photocopy instruction manual and parts book; and a quantity of old MoTs (most recent expired December 2017.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

1957 MV Agusta 250cc Raid ExtraRegistration no. LAS 167Frame no. 250343 (see text)Engine no. 250339Having neglected the 250 class for the best part of a decade, MV launched the Raid (long-distance) touring model in late 1956. Obviously from the same mould as MV's successful 125cc and 175cc roadsters, the Raid was powered by a single-cylinder overhead-valve engine producing 14bhp, which was good enough for a top speed of 72mph. Clearly, the Raid was not aimed at the sporting motorcyclist, but according to the late Mick Walker, writing in his book, MV Agusta: 'there was a level of comfort, flexibility and reliability which was almost unsurpassed at the time. Not only that, but the standards of roadholding and braking were equally good'. Cycle parts largely followed the pattern of MV's 175cc models, while the Extra version came with a higher standard of finish. This 250 Raid Extra was imported into the UK in 2002 and restored by Motori di Marino of West Chillington, West Sussex. Owned by the current vendor since October 210, the machine benefits from an engine top-end rebuild in 2015 and is described as in good condition throughout, having last run in December 2019. Accompanying documentation consists of sundry bills; some expired MoTs; a V5C Registration Certificate; and a photocopy handbook. The original gear lever and speedometer are included in the sale. it should be noted, the frame number is stamped to an applied plaque.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

1979 Ducati 864cc Mike Hailwood ReplicaRegistration no. KTM 33VFrame no. 900013Engine no. 089441•Landmark Ducati model•Restored in the late 1990s•Unused since restoration•Dry of all fluidsA landmark model that kept Ducati afloat during the 1980s, the Hailwood Replica owes its existence to Mike's legendary Isle of Man TT comeback victory in the 1978 Production Race riding an ex-works NCR bike entered and prepared by Manchester-based Ducati dealer, Sports Motor Cycles. Out of top-flight bike racing for seven years and away from the Island for eleven, Mike took on and beat the might of the Honda works team to win the Formula 1 TT at record speed. Ducati lost little time in capitalising on this outstanding success, launching a road-going replica the following year. Like the race-bike, the MHR was based on the production 900SS, but - inevitably - had much more in common with the latter than the former. Most obvious difference was the full fairing finished in red, green and white, complemented by a glassfibre tank and racing seat. In fact, on the very earliest examples the 'tank' hid a steel fuel reservoir, glassfibre being illegal in the UK for tanks. Mechanical changes were confined to lighter wheels, usually by Campagnolo, and improved Brembo brakes, while the MHR's performance was pretty much the same as that of the 900SS: around 135mph flat-out. Destined mainly for the UK market, the first 200 MHRs came with two separate seats: one solo, the other a dual seat, whereas later versions had a single 'convertible' solo/dual seat. The lack of any side covers is another distinctive feature of very early MHRs such as this one, which also has the one-piece fairing used at that time. Built in late 1979 and first registered on 1st February 1980, the machine offered here is identified by its frame number - '900013' - as the 13th Mike Hailwood Replica made (production commenced with '900001'). Invoices on file indicate that the Ducati was restored in the late 1990s while owned by previous keeper Mr Geoffrey Palmer; the works carried out including an engine rebuild by marque specialist the late Mick Walker. Unused since restoration and dry of all fluids, the Ducati has been owned by the current vendor since May 2003 and is described by him as in excellent condition. Offered with a V5 document and the aforementioned bills, it represents an exciting opportunity for Ducati enthusiasts to acquire one of these rare and iconic machines, ready for re-commissioning or display.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

One owner, 124 miles from new 1999 MV Agusta 750cc F4 'Serie Oro'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 000168Engine no. F4AX000213•Landmark modern MV•First-series limited edition model•Ridden only twice (on trade plates)•Original paperwork on fileIt was every motorcycle enthusiast's fervent hope that, having bought the rights to arguably the most famous and charismatic name in motorcycle racing history, Cagiva would not let the MV Agusta marque remain dormant for long. MV became part of the Cagiva group in 1991 and sure enough, before the decade's end its unmistakable emblem was once again adorning the flanks one of the world's most fabulous motorcycles: the F4. Designed by Massimo Tamburini, creator of the iconic Ducati 916, and introduced to the public at the 1998 Milan Show, the F4 has already become part of MV legend. In a publicity masterstroke, the factory announced that, most unusually, production would commence with a limited edition run of just 300 very special F4s - the 'Serie Oro' (Gold Series). Production, at the leisurely rate of just three machines per day, commenced late in 1999 at MV's new factory at Cassinetta di Biandronno, Varese. The Serie Oro's UK price was set at approximately £26,500, more than double that of the standard F4 Strada, yet every single one had been sold prior to delivery, such was the demand. That stratospheric price tag was explained by the exotic materials employed in further reducing weight. For example: the Strada's gorgeously curvaceous fairing is made of plastic whereas the Oro's is carbon-fibre; the five-spoke wheels and single-sided swinging arm - both aluminium on the Strada - are magnesium on the Oro; and the rear shock is a Sachs Competition unit, replacing the Strada's standard Sachs unit. Plus, of course, the Oro's wealth of top-notch, gold-anodised componentry. This example, number '168', was purchased from MV main dealer Three Cross Motorcycles of Wimborne, Dorset and has been in the vendor's possession from new. It has been ridden only twice (on trade plates) to two dealership openings in Brighton and has covered only 124 miles. Last run earlier this year, it represents a rare opportunity to own one of these exotic hand-built superbikes, which can only become increasingly collectible. The machine comes with the original purchase invoice, factory correspondence, owner's handbook, bike cover, and accessories. 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

1956 BSA 499cc DBD34 Gold StarRegistration no. 311 UXOFrame no. CB32 6024Engine no. DBD34GS 2526•Delivered new to the USA•Restored in the UK in the late 1990s/early 2000s•Only 39 miles since completion•Present ownership since 2006On Wednesday 30th June 1937, a specially prepared Empire Star 500 ridden by the great Wal Handley achieved a 100mph lap of the Brooklands circuit on its way to a debut race victory and award of the Gold Star that would give BSA's new sports model its evocative name. The Gold Star did not return to BSA's post-WW2 range until 1949. First displayed at the Earls Court Show in 1948, the B32 Goldie boasted the telescopic front fork first introduced on BSA's larger models for 1946 and came equipped with a new alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. For 1950 a 500cc version – the B34 – was added to the range and this larger Goldie was the first to switch to the new die-cast top-end, with separate rocker box, in 1951. The 350 followed suit in 1952 and the pair continued as the 'BB' Gold Stars after the new swinging-arm frame was introduced in 1953, changing to 'CB' designation for 1954. This change marked the introduction of the classic 'big fin' engine but the designation lasted only until the arrival of the 'DB' series in the autumn of 1955. The 'DB' incorporated a much-improved lubrication system and, in the case of the 350 only, a stronger cylinder assembly; as such it represented the 'Junior' Goldie in its final form, there being no 350 equivalent of the final 'DBD' version. For the majority of enthusiasts, the 500cc DBD34 in Clubman's trim is the epitome of the 'Goldie'. The DBD, the ultimate road going 500 Gold Star, appeared in 1956 when the famous RRT2 close-ratio gearbox and 190mm front brake became standard equipment. From then on BSA's perennially popular sporting single changed little until its much-lamented demise in 1963. Today, the Gold Star remains one of the most highly sought after of post-war British motorcycles and is supported by a most enthusiastic owners' club.This DBD34 comes with a BSA Gold Star OC dating letter revealing that it was despatched to the USA in October 1956. First registered in the UK on 8th August 2005, having already been totally restored, it has belonged to the current owner since March 2006. Noteworthy features include 12-volt electrics and electronic ignition. Last run in 2017, the machine has covered only 39 miles since restoration and is described by the private vendor as in excellent condition. Accompanying documentation consists of numerous restoration invoices and photographs; SORN paperwork; and old/current 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

1950 Matchless 348cc G3LRegistration no. LGC 376Frame no. 53252Engine no. 50/SG3L 13701Weighing as much as the 500cc model from which most of them were derived, but considerably less powerful, the typical British 350 of the 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. AMC's offerings in this important market sector were the Matchless G3L and AJS Model 16, models identical in all essential respects, tank badge and magneto position excepted. Testing one of these stalwarts in 1961, Motor Cycling recorded a modest mean top speed of 76mph but found that when toured at a relaxed pace across country an excellent 86 miles per gallon was achievable. Although limited, Motor Cycling's experience confirmed that such a machine was light on the pocket, 'both for running costs and for the equally important, though less easily assessed, maintenance/repair factor'. First registered on 5th March 1950, this Matchless G3L is an example of the rare 'Candlestick' model, so called because of the shape of its shock absorbers, which use a fixing different from that of the successor 'Jampot' units. 'LGC 376' was purchased by the private vendor in March 2017 and is described by him as in good condition, having last been run in 2019. 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.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com