Description
This motorcycle is Lot 176 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 176
1957 Francis-Barnett 225cc Cruiser
Registration no. ULJ 449
Frame no. WB14267
Engine no. 842A 11687
Francis-Barnett were in business from 1919, and their slogan from the outset was 'Built like a bridge', derived from their method of frame construction. However, by the 1950s they confined their manufacturing to production of lightweight machines powered by proprietary Villiers engines, in capacities ranging from 150 to 225cc. Reviving a pre-war model name, the Cruiser was a new introduction for 1954.
Our vendor purchased this Francis-Barnett in February 2023 from HJ Pugh Auctioneers: previously belonged to a member of the Francis-Barnett Owners Club. Although it rides well and only having covered around 100 or so miles since acquisition, the vendor has decided the Francis-Barnett isn't his type of bike, hence the sale. Last run in May 2024, the machine is kept dry stored in the vendor's garage. Documents include a V5C Registration Certificate and various bills/ invoices. Key present. It should be noted, following a HPI check, the engine number is record as '824A-11159'.
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.
