Description
1949 HRD Vincent Rapide 1000 cc V Twin Series B , Beautiful example , One of the very first Vincents to be fitted with girdraulic forks. Copy of the original works order which states that the Brampton forks, (standard to B series) were to be replaced with the new Girdraulic forks. Presents very well and in excellent running condition , (Starts easily ) , Winner of 2 first place, awards last year; the Malden museum of power and the prestigious Copdock multi cylinder; (1944 to1970) best in show with photos, rosettes to prove both events.
It has an uprated, improved clutch, recognised by the VOC , Magneto recently rebuilt and fitted , New rear tyre , Recently had a new 12 volt Alton dynamo fitted by specialist, Len Mathews which greatly improves the charging and lighting. bringing the machine into the modern world. This machine has the correct numbers, upper frame, engine, all matching the original reg number: Somewhere in the bikes history, the upper frame number has been replaced and stamped with the correct number but in the wrong font, therefore the VOC will not recognise it as a matching numbered bike. Still a beautiful Rapide with extensive history , Current V5C etc , Very sensible price ,
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