Description
This motorcycle is Lot 134 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 134
1928 AJS 349cc Model K6 'Big Port'
Registration no. EE 7774
Frame no. K103073
Engine no. K103073
Although it retained the 74x81mm bore and stroke dimensions of the 1920 Junior TT-winning prototype, the machine that brought AJS a remarkable Junior/ Senior double victory the following year had been extensively re-designed in the light of experience gained from racing. The production version, known latterly by the 'Big Port' soubriquet, made its debut in November 1922, offering near-racetrack performance for the road rider.
A press cutting on file reveals that this AJS had been discovered in 1986 during a house clearance in Cleethorpes, near Grimsby ('EE' is a Grimsby registration) having belonged to the late Mr Joseph Ibbett of Cleethorpes, believed to be its first owner, who had raced it at Cadwell Park. The AJS was to be sold at auction. The next owner would appear to be Christopher Park of North Thoresby, near Grimsby, there being an invoice to Mr Park dated November 1990 from C L East for a total engine rebuild. The third owner purchased this Big Port at Bonhams' Stafford Sale in April 2003 (Lot 344A). At that time it was described as outstandingly original having had one owner for almost 60years and only one other owner since. Last taxed until 31st July 2005, the machine is presented in 'oily rag' condition, apparently highly original and unrestored (the engine turns over). Additional documentation includes a book of petrol rationing coupons; old/ current V5/ V5Cs; and an HPI check sheet.
103073
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.
