Description
This motorcycle is Lot 152 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 Saturday 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 152
Unidentified 250cc Speedway Project
Registration no.
Frame no. None visible
Engine no. C15 27589
The evolution of speedway motorcycles has seen significant advancements since their inception. In the early 1920s, speedway motorcycles were simple, single-cylinder machines with simple modifications for racing. As the sport gained popularity, advancements included more powerful engines and specialised frame designs to improve durability and handling. By the 1960s, the introduction of two-stroke engines and lightweight materials marked a leap forward, enhancing performance and speed. Speedway has remained accessible and affordable throughout, leading to the creation of numerous home-built specials over the years, featuring a mix of frames and engines from various manufacturers, much like the example offered here. This unidentified speedway racing motorcycle is fitted with a circa 1961 BSA C15 250cc engine. Clearly incomplete, with its condition and completeness unknown, this motorcycle is offered for restoration and sold strictly as seen. It features Scott USA and Silkolene stickers, but its full history is otherwise unknown.
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.
