Description
H&H Classic Auction @ National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
3rd July, 2024 13:00
1919 Campion
Older restoration
Estimate
£4, 000 - £5, 000
Lot details
Registration No: SV 9665
Frame No: 66503
MOT: Exempt
Purchased by the late vendor in 2012
Restored some 20 years ago
An ideal Vintage lightweight machine
Current V5C on file
The Nottingham-based Campion concern, like many of the pioneer motorcycle manufacturers, had made their name as a producer of bicycles prior to their involvement in the motorcycle industry. Active from 1901 until 1926 they offered a range of machines varying in size from lightweight two-strokes to larger four-stroke singles and V-twins, all powered by proprietary engines. Campion motorcycles used a variety of proprietary engines including Minerva, MMC, Fafnir, Precision, Villiers, Blackburne and JAP. They also supplied frames to other companies.
This 1919 lightweight model Campion was restored by the previous owner some 20 years ago. It has had little use since its completion. It was purchased by the late vendor in 2012 in order to form part of his collection of lightweight Vintage machines. Used by him on the odd occasion for Vintage events. Not used for a few years, it will require the usual checks before it goes back on the road. It is offered with a current V5C, a purchase receipt and a copy of a book about Campion motorcycles.
