2020 Ducati 1,103cc Panigale V4Registration no. GV69 DJUFrame no. ZDMDA00AAKB008424Engine no. ZDM1100W4*009275*• Two owners from new• Present ownership since February 2023• Custom paintwork (applied 2023)By the dawn of the 21st Century, Ducati had been keeping faith with the v-twin engine for its sports roadsters for some 30 years, so it was more a question of 'when' rather 'if' they would move on from this type of power plant, despite its having formed the bedrock of the Italian firm's model range for so long. And it can have surprised nobody when that replacement turned out to be a 90-degree desmodromic V4, as that engine configuration had been used by Ducati's MotoGP bikes since the coming of the premier class's four-stroke era in 2002. Introduced in 2018, the Panigale V4 took its name from the Borgo Panigale district of Bologna, home to the Ducati factory. The Panigale was launched in two engine capacities: 1,103cc and 1,000cc, the latter being necessary to comply with Superbike racing regulations. The engine's architecture was closely based on that of the racer, even going so far as to retain the MotoGP bike's backwards-rotating crankshaft, while, unlike the preceding Panigale v-twins which employed the engine as a stressed chassis member, there was a partial aluminium perimeter frame. Ducati being Ducati, the electronics were, of course, state of the art. This Panigale V4 had only one owner before our vendor purchased it on 2nd February 2023. The machine was serviced by Moto Rapido before the first owner traded it in for a new Ducati (date and mileage in service book). The vendor rode the Ducati for only 4 miles before he decided to treat it to some custom paintwork in the Italian national colours of red, white and green, which was carried out by Carisma Custom Paint in Colchester. The repainted parts were ready in early June and the Panigale shows a total of 24,660 miles at the time of cataloguing/photography. The standard control levers, clear screen, pillion seat tail section, and footrests are included in the sale, and the machine also comes with a single-sided paddock stand. The engine has been started and run up to full operating temperature every 14 days, and the battery kept on a trickle charger at all times. However, at 69 years of age and having been riding for over 54 years, he finds the Panigale too much for him. There is also a video of the machine running, available to view on the Bonhams website.Accompanying documentation includes a V5C Registration Certificate; current MoT (expires 14.02.2024); original 2023 Moto Rapido Ltd sales invoice; motorcycle service sheets; and the black leather Ducati wallet containing the service booklet (last service stamp 3.10.22), owner's manual, and roadside assistance program. Two keys present.Footnotes:All lots are 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
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1975 Honda CB550KRegistration no. AGU 821NFrame no. CB550 1219541Engine no. CB550E 1056933Honda followed its sensational CB750 with a range of smaller fours, the first of which - the CB500 - appeared in 1971. The half-litre newcomer was just as well specified as its larger brother, boasting an overhead-camshaft engine, five-speed gearbox, electric starter and disc front brake. Upping the engine capacity by 10 percent, the CB550 offered the same blend of performance and civility when it first arrived in the USA in 1973. UK buyers had to wait another three years to sample it, by which time the model had been joined by the CB550F, with 4-into-1 exhaust and sportier styling. Bike magazine considered the CB550 'one of the better bikes to emerge from Honda's design team in recent years'. The passage of time has, inevitably, transformed what was once a cutting-edge sports bike into an increasingly collectible classic.Imported from the USA, this Honda CB550 has belonged to our vendor since 2016 and was first registered in the UK on 1st May 2017. Works carried out since acquisition include overhauling the carburettors; painting the cycle parts; and fitting a new seat, tyres, and switch gear. Kept in dry storage and used sparingly, the machine was overhauled and serviced in 2021, which it was when it was last used. Presented in very good order throughout, although recommissioning will be required before the Honda returns to the road. Offered with an owner's manual, two keys and a V5C.Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 estate1921 Levis 250cc LightweightRegistration no. EE 2744Frame no. 7084Engine no. 9567Manufactured in Birmingham, the Levis motorcycle derived its name for the Latin word for 'light', which was one of the diminutive machine's many virtues. One of the pioneers of the two-stroke motorcycle, the firm commenced manufacture of its 211cc, single-gear lightweight in 1911. Soon dubbed 'Popular', the Lightweight model was a huge success for the Birmingham marque, remaining in production until 1926, latterly alongside a 250cc model. This Levis 250cc Lightweight comes with a purchase receipt recording its sale by James Plastow, Cycle and Motor Engineer of Grimsby to a Mr Davies on 17th August 1920 (frame and engine numbers transposed). The registration 'EE 2744' is a Grimsby mark, and the machine also comes with a (copy) old-style logbook registering the machine in July 1927 to one D Canty of nearby Barton-upon-Humber. There are four late 1920s tax discs on file also. Interestingly, the current V5C records the previous keeper (from September 1987) as John Canty, also of Barton-upon-Humber, so presumably of the same family. The Levis has belonged to the current vendor's late father since 2014. No other history is known. The machine will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent following a period of inactivity and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Additional paperwork includes DVLA correspondence; copy old V5; various invoices/bills; and a photocopied Senspray carburettor manual.Footnotes:All lots are 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 Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1956 Triumph 650cc ThunderbirdRegistration no. 848 HMLFrame no. 79626Engine no. 6T 79626Always a step ahead of their rivals, Triumph followed up the trend-setting Speed Twin 500 of pre-war days by being first in the field with a 650cc parallel twin. Announced in September 1949, the 650 Thunderbird was Triumph's response to demands for more power emanating from American racers and British sidecarists alike. A spectacular launch stunt saw three Thunderbirds lap the Montlhery circuit at over 90mph for 500 miles, after which they each achieved a flying lap of 100mph-plus and were ridden back to the Meriden factory. When displayed at the Earls Court Show in October, the new twin featured the headlamp nacelle and fuel tank with luggage grid first seen the previous year. An interesting change to the Thunderbird for 1952 was the adoption of an SU carburettor in place of the original Amal, a specially prepared machine managing a staggering 155mpg at a steady 30mph on a factory organised economy run. Tony East purchased this Thunderbird in June 2008. An older restoration, the Triumph displays a total of 1,861 miles on the odometer and was last taxed in July 2015. Featured on the front cover of Classic Motorcycles by Roland Brown, the machine is offered with an original instruction manual and parts catalogue; SORN paperwork; expired MoT (2011); Bryan Small restoration invoice (£10,097); and old/current V5/V5C documents (please note there are typographical errors on the V5C). Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 estate1960 Francis Barnett 197cc PloverRegistration no. CAS 916Frame no. B-10756REngine no. 15T 1776Founded by Gordon Francis and Arthur Barnett in 1919, Francis-Barnett became part of Associated Motor Cycles in 1947 and was joined there in 1951 by James. The two marques' model ranges became ever more similar until the transfer of Francis-Barnett production to the James factory in 1962 ushered in an era of unashamed 'badge engineering'. Francis-Barnett concentrated on the production of lightweight two-strokes powered by Villiers engines at first, though from 1957 AMC's own engine was fitted to many models. Purchased in 2012 by the late vendor, little is known of this Plover's history but is sold for restoration and sold as seen. Accompanying documentation is a V5C and BMS maintenance and service manual.Key not requiredFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1959 Triumph 649cc Tiger 110 'Trophy'Registration no. OVS 382Frame no. 028755Engine no. T110 028755Every Triumph enthusiasts knows that the Bonneville owes its name to record-breaking successes on the eponymous Utah salt flats, but how many are aware that the machine which set a new 650cc production machine record of over 147mph in 1958 was a Tiger 110 equipped with twin carburettors? A development of the Thunderbird tourer, the T110 prototype performed brilliantly in the 1953 ISDT, thus providing the production version - launched later that year - with invaluable publicity. The first Triumph with swinging-arm rear suspension, the T110 came with a revised engine incorporating a stronger crankshaft, high-compression pistons, larger inlet valves and 'hotter' cams. The T110 remained in production into 1961, one of the most important developments along the way being the introduction on this model for 1956 of the aluminium-alloy 'Delta' high-compression cylinder head, which increased power and pushed the T110's top speed towards 120mph. Styled to look like the dual-purpose road/dirt Trophy model, this Tiger 110 was purchased by Tony East in December 1997 (purchase invoice on file). Restored throughout, the machine displays a total of 1,556 miles on odometer and was last taxed in May 2005. Accompanying documentation includes a quantity of invoices and old MoT certificates; original instruction manual and replacement parts list; current V5C document; and restorer Bryan Small's invoice for £7,510.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1973 Norton Commando 850 InterstateRegistration no. OGK 349LFrame no. 302332Engine no. 302332The Commando's vibration-beating Isolastic frame enabled Norton Villiers successfully to prolong the life of their ageing parallel twin. Launched in 1967, the model 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 750 triples, and Honda's 750 four, but the Commando more than made up for this minor deficiency with superior mid-range torque and steadier handling. Introduced in 1973, the 850 (actually 829cc) version featured a larger-bore, through-bolted cylinder block; a stronger gearbox casting; and an all-metal clutch among a host of other more minor improvements. Tony East acquired this 850 Commando from Mr Michael Barker of Camberley, Surrey in January 1988 and seems to have used it regularly but infrequently, as evidenced by the almost complete run of MoT certificates issued between 1988 and 2001 showing the mileage total increasing from 8,748 to 11,727, a total of only 2,979 miles in 14 years. It was last taxed for the road to 31st October 2000. Restored throughout, the machine also comes with an original Rider's Manual; old/current V5C documents; and numerous invoices totalling £3,374 relating to its restoration for Tony by Bryan Small. At time of cataloguing the odometer reading was 11,729 miles.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1962 BSA 649cc A10Registration no. 105 FATFrame no. GA7 21287Engine no. DA10 9293A letter on file from a former owner, Charles Rigby of RAF Catterick, dated 26th of February 1984 and addressed to a Mr Williams of Kings Lynn, Norfolk, states that Rigby bought it from a Michael Share of Ushaw Moor in the spring of 1977. Rigby purchased the BSA as a solo in poor condition and rebuilt it, attaching a Busmar sidecar (see photographs on file). He also fitted a reconditioned bottom-end (as currently installed) and beautified 'everything'. It would appear that Mr Rigby sold the BSA to Mr Fred Church of RAF Cranwell. In late 1983/early 1984 a Mr Williams bought the machine from an owner on the outskirts of Sleaford, Lincolnshire. He restored it during 1984 and kept it for four years. Purchased Tony East in 1990, the BSA has since been restored throughout and comes with restorer Bryan Small's invoice for £3,900. The odometer reading of 558 miles is believed to be the distance covered since restoration. Additional documentation includes a quantity of invoices relating to Mr Williams' restoration of 1984; an invoice for a rebuilt magneto in 1997; Motor Cycle data book; instruction manual; service sheets; a quantity of old MoTs; and old/current V5/V5C documents. Two keys present.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1957 NSU 247cc SupermaxRegistration no. SGF 234Frame no. 1833178Engine no. 3229115 (799874 on V5C)NSU produced some outstanding and influential designs in the 1950s, foremost of which was the 250cc Max, introduced in 1952. The Max used a pressed-steel frame (entirely enclosing the rear suspension) and a leading-link front fork, but its most unusual feature was the Albert Roder-designed 'Ultramax' connecting-link drive for the single overhead camshaft. A luxury tourer, the Max was no lightweight so acceleration was leisurely, but once at its maximum of 75-80mph could be cruised there all day with the minimum of fuss. The ultimate version, the Supermax, appeared in 1956 boasting conventional twin-shock rear suspension and a slightly more powerful engine. What hadn't changed though, was the exemplary standard of reliability, build quality and finish that had characterised the Max line from the start. Production of the Supermax, along with that of all other NSU motorcycles, ceased in 1963. Tony purchased this Supermax in 1999 from Mr Colin Archer of Woking, who had acquired it in 1996. Restored throughout and last taxed until July 2006, the machine is offered with pre/post restoration photographs; expired MoTs; sundry invoices; Bryan Small restoration invoice totalling £3,069; maintenance manual and parts list (plus photocopies); and old/current V5/V5C documents. Two keys present.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1961 Velocette 247cc Viceroy ScooterRegistration no. MAN-158-J (Isle of Man)Frame no. S266Engine no. obscuredIll-timed, expensive and unattractive, the Viceroy was Velocette's belated attempt to climb on the scooter bandwagon at a time when people were switching from two-wheeled transport to cheap cars. Velocette being Velocette, the Viceroy did not follow the successful template established by the (predominantly) Italian opposition but was unique in its specification, being powered by a 247cc flat-twin two-stroke engine, which was suspended from a single large-diameter main frame tube. Both the clutch and four-speed gearbox were sourced from the LE, and thus final drive was by shaft. The transmission formed the pivoting rear suspension arm and was damped by a single shock absorber, while the front fork came from the LE and the 12' wheels carried 6' brakes. Topping it all off was voluminous bodywork featuring a protuberant single headlight, a combination that was both overweight and ugly in the extreme. Inevitably, the Viceroy was a commercial failure and was gone by 1965, though the engine carried on in the DMW Deemster scooter. Formerly registered '27 BWD' in the UK, this rare Viceroy was first registered in the Isle of Man in April 1976 and to Tony East in December 2010. The machine was last taxed in July 2011 and currently displays a total of 2,149 miles on the odometer. Restored throughout, the Vogue also comes with its IoM Vehicle Registration Certificate (listing engine number 'SE263'), old IoM logbook, and an original owner's handbook and service manual.Footnotes:If purchased by a UK resident, this machine will be subject to a NOVA Declaration, which Bonhams will undertake at no cost to the buyer. This declaration facilitates the registration process with the DVLA in the UK.All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1952 Triumph 498cc Tiger 100Registration no. MAN 1830 (Isle of Man)Frame no. 27163 (see text)Engine no. T100 27163Although Edward Turner's Triumph Speed Twin caused a sensation when it appeared at the 1937 Motorcycle Show, few of its admirers can have guessed how influential the design would prove to be. Performance was exemplary for a road-going 500, around 85mph being attainable by the Speed Twin while the Tiger 100 sports version was even faster. The latter's performance was boosted by the use of high-compression forged pistons and polished ports and internals, the result being a machine that could touch 100mph in road trim and exceed it with the silencer end-caps removed. When production resumed in 1946, the T100 reappeared with telescopic forks in place of the original girders, and separate dynamo and magneto instead of the pre-war version's magdyno. Along with the rest of the twins, the Tiger could also be ordered with the optional 'sprung hub' that conveyed a measure of rear suspension. An older restoration, this Tiger 100 comes with an old/current Isle of Man registration documents listing Tony East as recorded keeper in 2001. A Sussex British Motor Cycle Owners Club dating letter states that the Triumph was dispatched on 29th May 1952 to a Tom O'Loughlin of Kendal. The machine is offered with an original workshop manual and replacement parts list; Isle of Man tax discs dating from 2002, 2003, 2005; and a large quantity of invoices including one from restorer Bryan Small for £9,813. It should be noted that the frame number has been restamped.Footnotes:If purchased by a UK resident, this machine will be subject to a NOVA Declaration, which Bonhams will undertake at no cost to the buyer. This declaration facilitates the registration process with the DVLA in the UK.All lots are 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
2011 Ducati 848 Evo Registration no. unregisteredFrame no. *ZDMH602AABB016847*In 2007 Ducati announced the Ducati 848 for the following year which was to replace the iconic 748. It was effectively a sports motorcycle dressed in a full fairing and powered by a 848cc V-twin liquid-cooled engine. It was manufactured for six years from 2008 to 2013 which also included several variations showcasing the popularity of the 848. In 2010, Ducati released the Ducati 848 EVO which featured minor modifications from the standard 848 and resulted in an increase in performance. Ducati re-thought the engine and equipped it with higher-compression cams, resulting in a six-hp increase. The 848cc four-stroke V-twin liquid-cooled engine delivered an output power of 140 hp with maximum strength at 10,500 rpm and 98 Nm (72 lb-ft) torque at 9,750 rpm. Featuring a six-speed manual transmission to handle the additional power with a hydraulically controlled wet multi-plate clutch, while the rear wheel was spun by a final chain drive to a top speed of 261 kph (162 mph). The 848 EVO also packed a 43 mm fully adjustable USD Showa fork on the front and a fully adjustable Ohlins shock absorber on the rear, delivering excellent handling capabilities. These modifications made it a truly exceptional model and would make for a great track bike for any aspiring riders throughout the world. The example offered here is unregistered and has only covered 9 miles from new. This unique motorcycle was designed and painted by Rage Design and has been stored correctly and was recommissioned by the current owner in 2019. It is accompanied by a Ducati manual on CD. This motorcycle would make an excellent addition to any Ducati collection and is considered by many to be great for track days.Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1954 Triumph 649cc Tiger 110Registration no. 110 YMN (Isle of Man)Frame no. 48498Engine no. T110 48498A development of the Thunderbird tourer, the T110 prototype performed brilliantly in the 1953 ISDT, thus providing the production version - launched later that year - with invaluable publicity. The first Triumph with swinging-arm rear suspension, the T110 came with a revised 649cc engine incorporating a stronger crankshaft, high-compression pistons, larger inlet valves and 'hotter' cams. The T110 remained in production into 1961, one of the most important developments along the way being the introduction on this model for 1956 of the aluminium-alloy 'Delta' high-compression cylinder head, which increased power and pushed the T110's top speed towards 120mph. This Tiger comes with a Triumph dating letter stating it is a 1954 T110 dispatched on 16th of January 1954 to a Mr Pickering in Shrewsbury. Also on file is an old-style Isle of Man logbook dating from 2001 (when Tony was the registered keeper) and a current IoM registration document. Restored throughout and last taxed until end of October 2012, the Tiger had 2,075 recorded miles at time of cataloguing. Additional documentation includes Bryan Small's invoice for the restoration totalling £9,395; a substantial quantity of invoices dating from 2000; an instruction manual; and a replacement parts list.Footnotes:If purchased by a UK resident, this machine will be subject to a NOVA Declaration, which Bonhams will undertake at no cost to the buyer. This declaration facilitates the registration process with the DVLA in the UK.All lots are 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 estate1968 Norton 745cc P11Registration no. KTL 69EFrame no. 122680Engine no. P11/122680While the Norton-Villiers range as a whole contracted, there was one new model for 1967: the Norton P11: another Atlas-engined hybrid but this time one built using the Rickman-style Reynolds 531 frame of the Matchless G85CS scrambler. With the Commando's arrival later that same year, the days of the P11 were numbered and production ceased at the end of 1968.Despatched new to the Berliner Motor Corporation in New York, USA in June 1967, this example of one of the rarest and most sought-after of post-war Nortons was acquired by the current vendor's late father in 2012. A self-employed gas turbine engineer. Motorcycles were his passion and had been from a young age. He loved the look of the P11, so much so, it stood proudly in the hallway. The Norton had been registered in the UK for the first time on 10th November 2005 although it would appear that it has been in the UK since at least 1996 (see dating document). 'KTL 69E' had one keeper in this country prior to the late owner. Unfortunately, no other history is known.Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying documents include a current V5C; copy of previous-keeper V5C; some expired MoTs (most recent 2018); AJS & Matchless OC dating sheet; various invoices/bills; marque related literature; and a reproduction workshop manual. A P11 ignition distributor is included in the sale.Footnotes:All lots are 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
2000 Yamaha XV 1600cc Road StarRegistration no. W864 UUJFrame no. JYAV02E4YA005360Marketed as the Road Star in North America and the Wild Star in Europe, Yamaha's mighty XV1600 cruiser was first introduced in 1999. Not that you'd know it was a Yamaha, as only the model name appeared on the tank. If success among Japanese cruisers is measured by their similarity to Harley-Davidsons, then the big XV must rank among the very best, looking every inch a modern take on the traditional Milwaukee product. From 1999 to 2003 the XV1600 used a 1,602 cc v-twin engine; from 2004 onwards one of 1,670cc. Belt final drive was used throughout. Cruisers are not about maximum power; it's torque that counts, and the long-stroke XV motor delivers it by the bucket load, 99lb/ft being available at a lowly 2,250 revs.The late owner purchased this beautiful XV1600 from DK Motorcycles of Staffordshire in June 2000 with zero miles. Used sparingly in the early years of use, the machine has been mothballed ever since, briefly escaping captivity in August 2015 for its first MOT (see 2015 MOT certificate on file, displaying 1,896 miles). Following the late owners recent passing, the family have taken the difficult decision to part with the big Yam, it deserving a new home and regular use. The machine benefits from a recent MOT (expiring 10 July 2024) but will likely require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and is therefore sold strictly as viewed. Offered with 2000 Sales Order sheet and PDI, old V5, current V5C, Datatag correspondence, MOT history, Owners Manual, Warranty Book and keys. It presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a one-owner example of this appreciating classic with exceptionally low mileage.Footnotes:All lots are 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 Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1959 Velocette 200cc LE MkIIIRegistration no. 4357 POFrame no. 2456/34Engine no. 2456/3Launched in 1948, as the 'motorcycle for everyman', the Velocette LE addressed the criticisms most often levelled at motorcycles - that they were noisy, dirty and needed special clothing to ride - achieving impressive levels of silence, comfort and practicality. This LE is an example of the MkIII which was introduced for 1959, its principal improvement being a four-speed, foot-change gearbox with kick-starter. In addition, the speedometer, ammeter and light switch were moved from the leg shield to the headlamp shell. The Velo comes with an old-style buff logbook recording the date of first registration as 1st August 1959 and first owner as Frederick Thomas Sapping Haslemere, who kept it until May 1966. (As is so often the case, the V5 incorrectly lists the previous owner as the first keeper.) Tony East purchased the machine in 1987, and in 1989 it took part in the LE Velo Club's annual rally at Stanford Hall. An older restoration, the LE was last taxed to 31st July 2002 and had 7,799 miles showing on the odometer at time of cataloguing. Accompanying paperwork includes an original 1967 tax disc (affixed to logbook); the aforementioned V5 document; an LE owner's handbook, service manual and spares list; some old MoTs; and Bryan Small's restoration invoices totalling £1,810. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 Harley-Davidson XR1200Registration no. GY58KZGFrame no. 5HD1LA6159K412716Engine no. LA69412716Introduced in 2008, the XR1200 was styled like Harley-Davidson's XR750 flat-track racers, which have dominated that branch of US motorcycle sport since time immemorial. It was first seen in prototype form at the 2006 Cologne Show, the resulting favourable reaction encouraging H-D to commit to full production. The XR1200 was a member of the long-running Sportster family, though with its riding dynamics further refined to enable it to compete with other retro-style 'nakeds' such as Ducati's GT1000 and Moto Guzzi's Griso. Indeed, the XR1200 was of special significance for Harley-Davidson as it was designed exclusively to meet the needs of the European market. The Milwaukee manufacturer would seem to have succeeded in its goal, MCN declaring that the XR1200, 'performs and handles better than any Harley before.' The fuel-injected version of Harley's familiar air-cooled v-twin engine had an increased compression ratio, raised rev ceiling and 2-into-1-into-2 exhaust system, resulting in a maximum power output of 90bhp and 74ft/lbs of torque. The vendor describes this example as being in excellent condition and recently started. It has only covered 6,861 miles since new, the current second owner having acquired it in February 2017 and riding it for a mere 1,800 miles. The last service, which included a new rear tyre, was carried out at Warrs in May 2017. The most recent MOT was valid until May 2018, after which it was declared SORN and carefully stored. Included in the history file is the original Shaw Harley Davidson purchase invoice, a 2008 Sportster Models owner's manual, a Warrs invoice, V5C, an old-style V5C, and a collection of previous MOT certificates. Please note that the V5C does not correctly record the engine number.2 keysOffered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 Raleigh 49cc RM1 MopedRegistration no. USK 279Frame no. MA07886Engine no. 10-59-2 6600Britain's best-known and longest-surviving bicycle maker, Raleigh also manufactured motorcycles from 1899 to 1905, and from 1919 to 1933. More recently, the Nottingham company offered a range of mopeds plus a scooter in the late 1950s/1960s, the majority of the moped range being built-under-license Mobylettes. Before the arrival of the Mobylette range however, Raleigh produced the RM1 moped using an own-brand Sturmey-Archer two-stroke engine. Built ONLY between May and December 1959, the grey-finished RM1 featured a lady's-style bicycle frame, fixed drive (no clutch) and drum brakes.This Raleigh was purchased by the late vendor in 1995 and was laid up in his workshop as a long term project to restore. Offered for restoration, it is offered with a V5 and service manual.Key not requiredFootnotes:All lots are 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 estate1954 Triumph 649cc ThunderbirdRegistration no. OLN 805Frame no. 48992 (see text)Engine no. 6T 48992Always a step ahead of their rivals, Triumph followed up the trend-setting Speed Twin 500 of pre-war days by being first in the field with a 650cc parallel twin. Announced in September 1949, the 650 Thunderbird was Triumph's response to demands for more power emanating from American racers and British sidecarists alike. When displayed at the Earls Court Show in October, the new 650cc twin featured the headlamp nacelle and fuel tank with luggage grid first seen on Triumphs the previous year. An interesting change to the Thunderbird for 1952 was the adoption of an SU carburettor in place of the original Amal, a specially prepared machine managing a staggering 155mpg at a steady 30mph on a factory organised economy run. The model remained in production in fundamentally its original form, though with progressively updated cycle parts, until the arrival of the unitary construction 650 range in 1962. One of the most significant developments along the way was the introduction of a swinging arm frame for 1955, but prior to that time Triumph twins could be ordered with the optional 'sprung hub' - designed by the Speed Twin's creator Edward Turner - that offered a limited amount of rear suspension movement.This Thunderbird was purchased by the late vendor in 2014 (purchase receipt on file) where it was used occasionally for summer runs and dry stored. It should be noted that the frame number has been restamped therefore prospective bidders must satisfy themselves to the originality of this machine. Accompanying paperwork consists of the aforementioned purchase receipt, current V5C and BMS maintenance and instruction manual.Key not requiredFootnotes:All lots are 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
Number '10' of the first batch of 200 made1979 Ducati 864cc Mike Hailwood ReplicaRegistration no. GBA 222VFrame no. DM860SS 900010Engine no. 089439 DM860oSold new by Sports Motor Cycles, ManchesteroKnown ownership historyoPresent enthusiast ownership since 1995oProfessionally recommissioned in 2015A 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. These first 200 MHRs also came with a glassfibre cover over the standard 900SS tank, which replicated the shape of the NCR tank. For subsequent MHRs there was a 24-litre steel tank unique to the model. The lack of any side covers is another distinctive feature of very early MHRs such as this one. The machine offered here - frame number '900010' - retains its original engine ('089459') and is the 10th Mike Hailwood Replica made (production commenced with '900001'). Probably the first MHR to be retailed in the UK (see below), 'GBA 222V' was purchased new by Mr Victor Lawton in September 1979 from the famous Manchester-base Ducati main agents, Sports Motor Cycles Ltd, and comes with the original sales invoice recording the registration, frame and engine numbers. Pat Slinn, formerly of Ducati importers Coburn & Hughes, was working for Sports Motor Cycles when the first MHRs arrived: 'The first four MHR to arrive in the UK were supplied to SMC. SMC put one on the road as a demonstrator. SW (Steve Wynne, SMC's proprietor) used it for personal transport. It was sold in 1981 (ish). This was the first and earliest MHR. I have no idea who bought it or the frame/engine number or registration number. I remember Vic Lawton as a customer; he was probably the first retail customer in the UK to purchase an MHR. I may have road tested the MHR that he bought.' Unfortunately, all the sales paperwork was destroyed when SMC closed in 1982.A letter on file from Mr Lawton to former owner Mark Wallis recounts the circumstances of the sale: he had gone to Sports Motor Cycles to buy a 900SS but was persuaded by Steve Wynne to buy a new MHR instead (they had three or four in the showroom). He also says that due to poor paintwork and damage due to poor packaging, all three bikes were resprayed by Dream Machine. He took this opportunity to have an alloy tank painted and fitted, which has been very much admired at IoM rallies and elsewhere. In 1985, next owner John Scott purchased 'GBA 222V' from Vic Lawton (receipt on file) and at some time before 1994 it passed to the aforementioned Mark Wallis, who sold it in April 1995 to our vendor. The latter - a lifelong Ducati enthusiast - did not register it in his name until 2019. In 2015 the MHR was despatched to Moto Forza at Silverstone for a thorough recommissioning, since when it has been stored in a dehumidified environment. Moto Forza's bill for £5,688 is on file together with other items of historical documentation including the original 1979 Sports Motor Cycles Ltd Invoice and a (copy) manual. Mike Hailwood Replicas from that first landmark batch of 200 are rarely offered for sale, which makes this highly original and well documented example of particular appeal to collectors. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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 Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1938 Triumph 498cc Speed TwinRegistration no. BCR 960Frame no. TH.4200Engine no. 8-5T 9338•Important landmark of motorcycle design•Acquired by Tony East in February 1996•Restored condition•Last taxed in July 2015Although Edward Turner's Triumph Speed Twin caused a sensation when it appeared at the 1937 Motorcycle Show, few of its admirers can have guessed how influential the design would prove to be. True, there had been vertical twins before; indeed, Turner's predecessor at Triumph - Val Page - had designed one a few years previously, but Triumph's newcomer established a formula that would be adopted by all of Britain's major motorcycle manufacturers in the succeeding decade. Light, narrow and from certain angles looking just like a twin-port single, it was just what the conservatively minded motorcycling public wanted and the Speed Twin would prove enormously successful. Performance was exemplary for a road-going 500, around 85mph being attainable by the Speed Twin while the Tiger 100 sports version was even faster, being capable of touching 100mph in road trim and exceeding it with the silencer end-caps removed. When production resumed in 1946, the Speed Twin reappeared with telescopic forks in place of the original girders, and separate dynamo and magneto instead of the pre-war version's magdyno. This pre-war Speed Twin comes with a continuation buff logbook dating from 1946 describing it as a '5T Special Twin' and listing five recorded keepers, the last of whom, a Mr Kirby of Staines, sold the machine to Tony East in February 1996. Restored throughout, The Triumph has been ridden extensively throughout France and Germany and currently displays a total of 1,859 miles on the odometer. In 2007 the Triumph took part in the VMCC Isle of Man TT re-enactment, being ridden by Mick Grant, the bike 'never missed a beat'. Last taxed until July 2015, the accompanying paperwork includes a 1939 replacement parts catalogue; instruction manual; the original 1938 tax disc and others, mainly from the 1940s; a quantity of restoration invoices dating from 1996; old/current V5/V5C documents; some expired MoTs; and restorer Bryan Small's invoice for £6,819.Footnotes:All lots are 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 estate1972 Benelli Tornado 650SRegistration no. DBE 85KFrame no. EA*6168*Engine no. *6175*A machine for the parallel-twin connoisseur who dares to be different, this 650S Tornado was imported from Italy in 2006 and acquired from its first UK owner by the vendor's late father in 2010. The Benelli had been cosmetically restored to a high standard by the previous keeper, leaving the late owner to sort out the carburetion and change the engine/gearbox oil to a type suitable for wet-clutch transmissions. The only obvious modifications are stainless steel exhaust pipes and a Veglia 'mph' speedometer to match the rev counter. The current odometer reading is 6,096 miles (at the time of cataloguing/photography) while that of the removed 'km/h' speedometer (since misplaced) was 8,382 kilometres, making the combined total some 11,300 miles, which judging by the machine's beautiful condition may well be the distance covered from new. Prior to the carburettor settings being finalised, 'DBE 85K' was featured in Classic Bike Guide for a comparison test with a BSA Lightning (April 2011 edition, copy article available). Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Accompanying documents include a current V5C; expired MoTs (most recent 2016); an old tax disc; copy of previous-owner V5C; various invoices/bills; and marque-related literature: owner's manual, workshop manual, parts book. The best example of its type we have seen, 'DBE 85K' represents a wonderful opportunity to acquire one of these rare Italian thoroughbreds. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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
1988 Kawasaki 998cc ZX10B TomcatRegistration no. F485 PNCFrame no. JKAZXCB16KA017483Engine no. ZXT00AE041236• Imported from the USA• Only 3,662 miles from new• Recent professional (cosmetic) restorationKawasaki followed up its trend-setting GPz900R superbike of 1984 with the GPZ1000RX, which after only two years in production was superseded by the ZX10. Introduced for 1988, the latter boasted an aluminium 'E-box' frame and was 35lbs lighter than its steel-framed predecessor. The extensively revised 16-valve water-cooled engine now produced 137bhp, which was good enough for a top speed knocking on 170mph. UK customers had to make do with 'only' 125bhp courtesy of the industry's 'gentlemen's agreement' to restrict maximum power, though the missing horses were easily reinstated by modifying the carburettor tops to enable the slides to open fully. Bodywork was similar to the outgoing GPz's but featured a higher screen giving greater wind protection to the rider. The ZX10 was only manufactured for three years (1988-1990) before being superseded by the ZZR-1100. This example of Kawasaki's cutting-edge late 1980s superbike was imported from Texas, hence the US-market 'Tomcat' name (import certificate on file). The machine had covered only 3,662 miles from new and had spent most of its life in storage. It even has the Kawasaki running-in sticker on the rev counter!The Kawasaki looked a little tired when acquired and was sent to a professional restoration company (Jap Retro), who were instructed to dismantle and rebuild it for cosmetic purposes only. The entire bike was stripped and cleaned; the wheels repolished and repainted; the bodywork fully resprayed and given new decals; and the exhaust system Cerakoated and powder-coated to give it the 'as new' look. The Kawasaki now looks as it should and must be one of the best ZX10 Tomcats currently available. The rebuild is fully documented by images on a memory stick, which prospective purchases may view on request. There is also a video of the machine running, available to view on the Bonhams website. Accompanying documents include a (copy) Kawasaki Certificate of Origin; ZX10 owner's manual; two MoT certificates (most recent expired May 2023), and a UK V5C Registration Certificate showing only one former keeper. Four keys present.Footnotes:All lots are 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
2021 Honda CB1100RS 5Four Special EditionRegistration no. KU21 YZZFrame no. JH2SC78B0KK200096Engine no. SC65E-5600415In 1969, there weren't many people that could predict the monumental shift that was about to occur when Honda unveiled the Honda CB750. An iconic motorcycle that has stood the test of time and helped propel Honda to unimaginable heights and a dynasty that will last for generations. Fast forward 50 years and Honda still use the 4-cylinder motorcycles they pioneered in 1969 in their model range with the CB1100EX and CB1100RS. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the CB750, Honda UK partnered with 5Four motorcycles and commissioned a limited edition run of 54 unique custom motorcycles which used the CB1100RS as a base. Stripping it back and keeping a lean look and a nod to the golden era of café racers, they utilised the single seat option built in house and iconic race livery of blue and red used in the endurance races. Fitting a handlebar fairing and smaller brake/clutch levers and other small details, they created a stunning retro Honda which any collector would want in their collection. The example offered here is number 13 of the limited edition run and has been owned since new by the current vendor. It's covered a mere 703 miles from new and has had an oil and filter service already (invoice on file). Used sparingly on summer days, it has been dry stored in the vendors dehumidified garage whilst not in use. Offered with a V5C, aforementioned invoice and owners manual.Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are 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
Unregistered1999 Yamaha 749cc YZF-R7 OW-02Registration no. not registeredFrame no. *JYARM011000000614*Engine no. *M501E-000357*• Unregistered exotica• From the one and only homologation batch• One of six supplied to the Virgin Yamaha race team• Stunning conditionThis motorcycle is a rare thing: an unregistered Yamaha OW-02 from the one and only homologation batch manufactured in 1999, with only 2 miles showing on the odometer (presumably push miles). To avoid confusion with Yamaha's new R7 model we'll refer to it as an OW-02. This was one of the most beautiful and iconic motorcycles of its time. Who can forget Noriyuki Haga's eye-catching and totally committed riding on the factory machines which thrilled crowds around the globe in the WSB series of 1999 & 2000. Haga would undoubtedly have done even better if the prevailing rules hadn't favoured the twin cylinder competition, which were then allowed up to 1000cc while the fours were restricted to 750cc.We are indebted to Cycle World (www.cycleworld.com) for permission to quote from their recent profile of the OW-02: 'During the late '80s and early '90s, motorcycle manufacturers racing in World Superbike, AMA Superbike, British Superbike, and other production-based series homologated special bikes to meet the 'production rules.' In other words, if specific trick parts, high-tech materials, or unique chassis geometries on their racebikes differed from standard production models, they would have to put a few racebikes into production. The result was the era of the Honda RC30 and RC45, Yamaha OW01, Ducati 888 SP4S, Suzuki GSX-R750 LE, and then later on the original R7, officially known as the YZF-R7 OW02, a mouth-watering time for fans of race machinery. In theory, you could walk down to the dealer and ride off on any of them. All of the bikes were rare, but it could be argued that the R7 was uniquely so, with only 500 bikes produced between 1999 and 2000, and only 50 of those imported to the US in 1999......As the last of the Japanese homologation specials, the R7 closed a chapter in Superbike racing before the rules changed to 1,000cc production-based bikes in most racing series around the world.'We are told by the vendor that the OW-02 offered here was one of six supplied to the Virgin Yamaha race team in 2001. Four of the six bikes were raced, one of them was retained by the team, and this one was sold to a team member who kept it in a dehumidified and heated garage. It was sold by him to the vendor in November 2019, and since that time it has occupied pride of place inside his house.No battery is fitted. It is accompanied by a dating letter from Yamaha and an original owner's service manual. One ignition key is supplied along with its accompanying numbered tag. Prospective bidders should satisfy themselves as to the motorcycle's completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. It is sold strictly as viewed. A rare opportunity!Footnotes:All lots are 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 estate2008 Ducati 990cc Desmosedici RR 'Team Version'Registration no. RR08 DUC (see text)Frame no. *ZDMD100AA8B000431*Engine no. ZDM990FW4*000557*• Limited edition Grand Prix replica• Number '431' of only 1,500 made• Circa 5,000 miles from new'As a road bike, the Desmosedici has the potential to genuinely validate the term race replica.' – Bike magazine.It is surely ever true enthusiast's dream to own a genuine Grand Prix motorcycle, though in reality one achievable by only a tiny handful of the most wealthy and well connected cognoscenti. Until the arrival of the Ducati Desmosedici RR, that is. OK, it did cost around £40,000, but all you needed to do was re-mortgage the house... It helped if you already owned a Ducati 999R superbike, their owners being given priority by the factory when ordering. It could be argued that, being road legal, the Desmosedici RR was not quite the real deal, but that did not stop the 1,500 machines planned selling like the proverbial 'hot cakes'. At the Misano circuit in 2004, Ducati had astonished the motorcycling world by announcing that it intended to offer for public sale a low-volume, road-legal replica of its MotoGP racer. Two years later, in June 2006, Ducati unveiled the production version at the Mugello Grand Prix weekend. The Desmosedici RR was based on the 2006 Ducati GP6, raced that season by works riders Loris Capirossi, Sete Gibernau and, in a season-concluding one-off, Troy Bayliss, who secured his one and only Grand Prix victory in the last race of the 990cc era at Valencia.Ducati cut remarkably few corners in creating its racer-on-the-road Grand Prix replica, which used basically the same 90-degree V4 engine as the GP6. As delivered, the Desmosedici RR came with a catalytic converter, was Euro 3 compliant, and had a maximum of 188bhp on tap, though when the supplied race pipe was fitted this climbed to 200bhp. The RR's engine was carried in a truncated trellis frame, just like the GP6's, with the aluminium swingarm pivoting directly in the crankcase and the seat formed by a structural carbon-fibre sub-frame – a 'first' for a road bike. There was Öhlins suspension at both ends, offering a mind-boggling range of adjustability, with brakes supplied by Brembo, at the front featuring radial monoblock callipers. The wheels were lightweight magnesium Marchesinis, manufactured by the forging process – another road bike 'first'. Carbon fibre was used for the bodywork while the fuel tank was aluminium, the result of all this weight saving enabling the Desmosedici RR to tip the scales at only 171kg (376lb). In 2006, at Mugello, the motorcycling press at last got its hands on the production Desmosedici. Bike's Mike Armitage was suitably overwhelmed: 'Driving urgently and cleanly from low revs to the 14,200rpm limit, the snarling V4 is a masterpiece of internal combustion, delivering warp-drive, vision-blurring pace through gear ratios closer than any other road bike I can think of. It shoots the digital tacho round the clocks in a quick-fire frenzy, building revs with unrivalled velocity, picking up the front wheel in third gear, and blurring the edges of your vision. It's dominating, intoxicating, beautiful.'With the tacho showing 13,900 revs in top gear, Mr Armitage saw 301km/h registered on the speedometer, which equates to a real-world 182mph. Had maximum revs been reached, the Desmosedici would have been doing 193mph. Track time for each of the assembled hacks was limited to five laps - 15 miles - which is more than many of the Desmosedici production run have managed to this day. Number '431' of the 1,500 made, as recorded on the top-yoke plaque, this example formerly belonged to the current vendor's late brother, who purchased it in August 2014 from Craigs Honda of Shipley, West Yorkshire. The previous (first) owner had purchased the Desmosedici from Ducati Manchester in 2008. Sales invoices for both of these transactions are on file.Well serviced and pampered, the machine has been dry stored and ridden regularly by the late owner. Currently displaying a total of only 5,397 miles on the odometer at the time of cataloguing/photography. The Ducati was last running in September 2023, and there is a walk-around video of the machine running which can be found on the Bonhams website. This Desmosedici was first registered in UK and then exported to Guernsey in 2014. It comes with a Guernsey Registration Certificate for '16711' and its old V5C registration document for 'RR08 DUC'. It should be noted that Vehicle Registration Number 'RR08 DUC' features a 2014 'Export' marker to the HPI/DVLA database. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to the validity of the motorcycle's registration status prior to bidding and will need to apply to the DVLA to retrieve the Vehicle Registration Number. As one would expect of a pampered example, this Desmosedici comes complete with the original manufacturer's authentication certificate 'plate' numbered '0431' and all its original books including the owner's manual and its warranty/service book. Other accompanying paperwork includes a 2014 MoT certificate; various Ducati and Moto Rapido invoices/bills; an invoice for repair/paint of panels; and photographs. Items with the machine include front and rear paddock stands, a bike cover, tool kit, saddle, original exhaust system (used), battery charger and other sundry spares (close inspection advised). Two keys present.Footnotes:Please note that this vehicle is from outside the UK. Our customs agents, CARS UK, will manage all post sale customs administration. A fee of £350+VAT will be charged on the buyer's invoice to administer both import or export customs movements. If this vehicle is to stay in the UK, it will be subject to Import VAT at the standard rate of 20% on the hammer price. This vehicle will not be available for immediate collection after the sale and will only be released on completion of customs clearance. If you have any questions regarding customs clearance, please contact the Motorcycle Sale Coordinator Annika.morrill@bonhams.com +44 (0) 20 8963 2817.All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: Ω NΩ VAT on imported items at the prevailing rate on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium.N MOTORCYCLESIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £125 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.CARSIf purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
1995 Honda NX650 DominatorRegistration no. N107 FLMFrame no. ZDCRD0870SF002793Engine no. RD02E-5803149The Honda Dominator is a popular model that has gain a legion of enthusiast since its introduction in 1988. On sale in the UK for 8 years up to 1996, its SOHC air cooled 644cc single engine was surprisingly smooth compared with most 'big singles' of the time, and its solid build quality and refinement was typical of the Honda breed. Purchased new by the vendor in 1995, this example has been used regularly for commuting and leisure trips. Offered with an original owner's manual and service book and an invoice for parts and labour from a Honda main dealer for £1,650, dated July 2022. This details servicing work to the brakes, carb, engine and electrics, including fitting of a new genuine exhaust system. Two new tyres were fitted in July 2023 with the odometer showing 25,192 miles. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1964 Ariel 247cc Arrow Super SportsRegistration no. AJN 69B (see text)Frame no. T32871/GEngine no. T32871/GThe Ariel Leader, and its sports derivative, the Arrow, sought to combine the virtues of speed and agility with those of cleanliness and convenience. Launched in 1958 and powered by an all-new 247cc air-cooled two-stroke twin with unit gearbox, the Leader also broke with British tradition in its frame and suspension design, employing a fabricated-steel beam instead of tubes, and a trailing-link front fork. Announced in 1959, the Arrow dispensed with the Leader's enclosure panels and weather protection while remaining mechanically virtually identical. The Arrow was revised for 1961, gaining squish-band, centre-plug cylinder heads, while a third model - the Arrow Super Sports, universally referred to as the Golden Arrow after its distinctive colour scheme - was added at the same time.According to Draganfly Motorcycles' dating certificate, 'T32871/G' is a genuine Super Sports model dispatched to Belle Vue Motors Limited in Southend-on-Sea on 2nd September 1963. The Arrow appears not to have been registered until 15th June 1964. The machine comes with the following: a quantity of bills, apparently relating to its restoration circa 1995/1996 while in previous ownership; a rare original workshop manual and owner's guide; continuation logbook from 1965 recording matching numbers; some expired MoTs; and a quantity of miscellaneous paperwork. A total of 567 miles is displayed on the odometer. There is no registration document with this Lot, and the HPI database records the vehicle as unidentified. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1953 BSA 123cc Bantam D1Registration no. NEL 906Frame no. BD2 10269Engine no. BD2L 2862• Unrestored 'time warp' example• Single family ownership from new until 2002• Only 1,573 miles from new• Outstandingly originalDeveloped from the pre-war DKW RT125 and announced in 1948, the Bantam became a top seller for BSA, in excess of half a million leaving the Birmingham factory before production ceased in 1971. Originally of 123cc, the engine grew first to 148cc and then to 172cc. Plunger rear suspension became available as an option in 1950, as did battery electrics powered by a 6-volt Lucas alternator, direct lighting having been relied upon hitherto. Many a mature motorcyclist will have learned to ride on a Bantam and the model remains a firm favourite to this day. This Bantam's original buff logbook records the date of first registration as 9th June 1953 and shows taxation from then until 1956. The BSA was supplied by The Homestead Garages (The Motor Cycle People) in Parkstone, Dorset and in 1954 was in the ownership of William Curtis of Hull. Unbeknown to Mr Curtis, the Bantam had left the factory minus its electrical condenser; it would never have run properly without one, which almost certainly explains why its disgruntled owner consigned it to the oblivion of his shed for some 30 years, having recorded only 77 miles. Eventually, circa 1984, the BSA was inherited by William's nephew, Colin Curtis, who entrusted its rebirth to the VMCC's Ken Blake. Ken discovered the missing condenser and with this trifling fault rectified, Colin Curtis rode the 'time warp' Bantam to the Sammy Miller Museum to take part in the British Two-Stroke Club's Blue Haze Run, where it won the award for the most original machine. In 1993 this exceptionally original Bantam was featured in The Classic MotorCycle magazine (April edition, framed copy available).Tony East purchased the Bantam in September 2007 from a Mr Clague of Sutton, Surrey, who had acquired it in 2002 from Colin Curtis. The machine remains unrestored, having covered only 1,573 miles from new, and was last taxed until 31st July 2003. This unique Bantam is offered with its original tool kit and instruction book, while accompanying documentation consists of an old-style V5C; some old tax discs; a quantity of old MoTs dating back to 1984; a BSA Bantam instruction manual; some other instruction manuals; and copies of BSA service sheets.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1955 Triumph 500cc Speed TwinRegistration no. TBJ 847Frame no. 71882Engine no. 5T 71882Although Edward Turner's Speed Twin caused a sensation when it appeared at the 1937 Motorcycle Show, few of its admirers can have guessed how influential the design would prove to be. True, there had been vertical twins before but the Coventry firm's newcomer established a formula that would be adopted by all of Britain's major motorcycle manufacturers in the succeeding decade. And whereas previous vertical twins had suffered from excess bulk, Turner's was lighter and narrower across the crankcase than the contemporary single-cylinder Tiger 90, and from certain angles looked just like a twin-port single. Performance proved exemplary for a road-going 500, better than 100mph being attainable under favourable conditions. This 'pre-unit' example dates from 1955, by which time the Speed Twin had received a stronger eight-stud cylinder barrel in place of the six-stud original and been updated with a telescopic front fork and swinging-arm frame among other improvements. This Speed Twin was despatched new to Revetts Ltd in Ipswich, Suffolk. Already dismantled when acquired by Tony East in April 1995, the machine comes with numerous invoices relating to its restoration by Bryan Small Motorcycles circa 1995/1996 (£2,561) and one for mechanical work by Heritage Classics (£1,108). The file also contains DVLA and insurance correspondence; dating letters; old/current V5/V5C documents; six MoTs (most recent expired 2006); and an original parts list and instruction manual. Offered with keyFootnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collectionc.1932 Triumph 494cc Silent Scout Model BRegistration no. CWP 821Frame no. K1574Engine no. K1582 DWA• Built for three years only• Purchased by Tony East in 2001• Fully restored• Only four miles since completionTriumph's two 'Silent Scout' models were newly introduced in March 1932: the 549cc Mode A sidevalve and the Model B with a 493cc overhead-valve engine, both of had cylinders inclined forwards in the fashionable 'Sloper' manner. As its name suggests, the Val Page-designed Silent Scout was intended to be relatively quiet; pushrods were enclosed and harmonic cams fitted, and the machine could be supplied with optional enclosure panels that shrouded the engine and gearbox. A Model BS sports version joined the range in 1933. Unfortunately, for Triumph, the Silent Scout was far to expensive to make and would prove to be short-lived, the Model A disappearing from the line-up at the end of the 1933 and the B Models at the end of 1934. Very few were sold, with some being exported to Europe and Iceland. There's no denying, though, that the sporting Model B, as seen here, was one exceedingly handsome motorcycle. Notable features include a twin-port cylinder head, oil tank in crankcase, exposed valve springs, and a four-speed hand-change gearbox. Produced for only three years, the Silent Scout is one of the rarest of pre-war Triumphs and highly sought-after by serious Triumph collectors. One of only eight known to survive, this overhead-valve Model B was purchased by Tony East from a Yorkshire dealer in 2001 in a poor state and fully restored to 'as new' condition, with paintwork by Allan Templeton. Interestingly, the instruments set in the top of the tank include a rubber oil pressure gauge, not the usual dial - the rubber gauge pops up and stands proud when the correct oil pressure has been reached! Only four shake-down miles have been covered since restoration. Accompanying paperwork includes a Silent Scout parts catalogue; BMS photocopied Triumph Silent Scout spare parts list and workshop manual; and a current V5C document. A very rare motorcycle - you will struggle to find another one.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Anthony R. East Classic Motorcycle Collection1955 Norton 497cc 'Dominator 88'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 13 89656Engine no. 59680 K12Norton jumped aboard the vertical-twin bandwagon in 1948 when it introduced the Model 7. Designed by the legendary Bert Hopwood, the new 500cc engine went into the existing ES2 chassis, a marriage that necessitated a redesign of Norton's well-proven four-speed gearbox. In November 1951 Norton's 500cc twin found a new home in the racing singles' 'Featherbed' duplex frame. Initially for export only, the newcomer - titled 'Dominator 88' - was the first production Norton roadster to feature the lightweight, race-proven chassis. Updated year by year, the Dominator had received an alloy cylinder head, full-width hubs, welded rear sub-frame, alternator electrics and coil ignition by the decade's end and - for 1960 - the narrower 'slimline' Featherbed frame among countless other improvements. Motor Cycle magazine clocked 92mph on an '88' in 1957 and, needless to say, the handling and roadholding were found to be first class. This Dominator 88 was acquired by Tony East in May 1993. The machine is offered with an original maintenance manual; Franks' Book of the Norton; a factory brochure; bills totalling £4,418 relating to its full restoration in 1996 by Bryan Small; and a quantity of MoTs showing the mileage total increasing from 58,362 in May 1993 to 60,991 in May 2008, and increase of 2,629 miles in 15 years. It should be noted that the frame number's '13' prefix indicates that it started life in a Model 50. There is no registration document with this Lot.Footnotes:All lots are 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
Bike magazine feature motorcycle1997 Kawasaki 748cc ZX-7RRegistration no. P53 CTHFrame no. JKAZX750PPA016704Engine no. ZX750NE024749 (see text)This Kawasaki ZX-7R was bought one year ago for a feature in Bike magazine (November 2022 edition) and ridden 350 miles back from Cornwall for the story. Since then it has rarely moved because of other bikes and other projects, although it has been fitted with a set of new Dunlop Qualifier tyres. In addition, the front brake calipers have been overhauled and new brake pads fitted. The machine is expected to have passed an MoT test the week before the auction, and then ridden 100 miles from the vendor's home to the sale. Our vendor advises us that the previous owner had done some work on the bike and that it would benefit from a little more attention this winter; ideally, the shock absorber should be either overhauled or replaced and the carburettors balanced (there is a flat-spot typical of ZX-7Rs) although the machine is said to ride well in its current state, the gear change being crisp and the clutch progressive. It comes with a selection of used parts to include a CDI box, ignition coils, instruments, seat cowl, carburettors, alternator, an original exhaust end-can, and a 730-page Clymer workshop manual. The original engine (number ZX750NE013056) is included in the sale. Departures from factory specification include (believed) Akrapovic header pipes, a Black Widow end-can, stainless brake hoses, and four-piston brake calipers.Footnotes:All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
The Lamborghini Diablo SE30 is a limited-production, high-performance sports car produced by the Italian automaker Lamborghini in the early 1990s. The "SE" stands for "Special Edition," and "30" signifies the 30th anniversary of Lamborghini.Here are some key features and details about the Lamborghini Diablo SE30:1. **Engine**: The Diablo SE30 is powered by a 5.7-liter V12 engine that produces 523 horsepower. It features a multi-point fuel injection system and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.2. **Performance**: With its powerful engine and lightweight construction, the Diablo SE30 could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just around 4 seconds and had a top speed of approximately 207 mph (333 km/h).3. **Limited Production**: Lamborghini produced a very limited number of Diablo SE30 models. Initially, they planned to make only 150 units, but the final production number was slightly higher, with some sources suggesting around 150 to 170 cars were built.4. **Special Features**: The Diablo SE30 was notable for its unique and distinctive features. It featured rear-wheel drive (most Diablos were all-wheel drive), a magnesium intake manifold, a lighter body, and a stripped-down interior with carbon fiber seats and racing harnesses.5. **Design**: The SE30's design was distinctive, with a striking color scheme typically featuring a metallic purple exterior with gold wheels. It also had various "SE30" badging to signify its special edition status.6. **Handling**: The car's suspension was tuned for improved handling and performance, making it a more track-focused variant compared to the standard Diablo.7. **Collector's Item**: Today, the Lamborghini Diablo SE30 is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts due to its limited production, unique features, and its significance as a special edition model celebrating Lamborghini's 30th anniversary.The Lamborghini Diablo SE30 represents a rare and iconic member of the Diablo lineup and is celebrated for its performance, distinctive design, and exclusivity.1/18 Scale model.
The Lamborghini Diablo SE30 is a limited-production, high-performance sports car produced by the Italian automaker Lamborghini in the early 1990s. The "SE" stands for "Special Edition," and "30" signifies the 30th anniversary of Lamborghini.Here are some key features and details about the Lamborghini Diablo SE30:1. **Engine**: The Diablo SE30 is powered by a 5.7-liter V12 engine that produces 523 horsepower. It features a multi-point fuel injection system and is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.2. **Performance**: With its powerful engine and lightweight construction, the Diablo SE30 could accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just around 4 seconds and had a top speed of approximately 207 mph (333 km/h).3. **Limited Production**: Lamborghini produced a very limited number of Diablo SE30 models. Initially, they planned to make only 150 units, but the final production number was slightly higher, with some sources suggesting around 150 to 170 cars were built.4. **Special Features**: The Diablo SE30 was notable for its unique and distinctive features. It featured rear-wheel drive (most Diablos were all-wheel drive), a magnesium intake manifold, a lighter body, and a stripped-down interior with carbon fiber seats and racing harnesses.5. **Design**: The SE30's design was distinctive, with a striking color scheme typically featuring a metallic purple exterior with gold wheels. It also had various "SE30" badging to signify its special edition status.6. **Handling**: The car's suspension was tuned for improved handling and performance, making it a more track-focused variant compared to the standard Diablo.7. **Collector's Item**: Today, the Lamborghini Diablo SE30 is highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts due to its limited production, unique features, and its significance as a special edition model celebrating Lamborghini's 30th anniversary.The Lamborghini Diablo SE30 represents a rare and iconic member of the Diablo lineup and is celebrated for its performance, distinctive design, and exclusivity.1/18 Scale model.
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