Description
This motorcycle is Lot 113 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Autumn Stafford Sale (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show) on 12 & 13 October, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 176 are to be sold from 11:00 on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Lots 201 - 429 are to be sold from 11:00 on Sunday 13th October 2024.
Public Viewing:
Available 12th & 13th October 2024 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show).
Lot 113
Formerly the property of Arthur Lampkin
c. 1957 BSA 649cc Road Rocket Competition Combination
Registration no. TBM 789
Frame no. EA7. 11252
Engine no. CA10R 5224 HHC
Sidecar no. 92059
Specially converted to 'ISDT' specification
Purchased in December 1990 from Arthur Lampkin
This BSA and Watsonian motorcycle combination has been specially converted to 'ISDT' specification for use in off-road and long-distance trials. It is fitted with a 21" front wheel, knobbly tyres, sump plate, aluminium fuel tank, and a solo seat. The sidecar is said to be very special: one of only two built to a unique design by Watsonian for international trials. The outfit was purchased in December 1990 from Arthur Lampkin, the famous trials, scrambles and ISDT champion of the 1950s and 1960s (see letter on file) and was last taxed in August 2011. Additional documentation includes a quantity of old MoTs (most recent expired August 2011), old/ current V5/ V5C documents, and an HPI check sheet.
It should be noted that the HPI and V5C omit the engine number's 'HHC' suffix. It should also be noted that although the registration number 'TBM 789' was issued in Bedfordshire in 1951, the frame dates from approximately 1960/ 1961 and its number 'EA7. 11252' is a non-factory stamping. The engine dates from 1957. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to the originality, authenticity and correctness of this motorcycle's constituent parts prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed.
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. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
