Description
This motorcycle is Lot 407 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 407
1982 Suzuki GSX1100E
Registration no. WPC 439X
Frame no. GSX110X-532047
Engine no. GS110X-150358
Suzuki's first multi-cylinder four-stroke - the GS750 - arrived in 1976 and within a few years there were GS models in range of engine capacities. The next phase of development saw the range updated to four-valves-per-cylinder 'GSX' specification in 1980. To boost mid-range torque, a presumed deficiency of four-valve designs, Suzuki came up with a novel 'Twin Swirl Combustion Chamber' (TSCC). The method of valve actuation and adjustment changed too, the GSX range adopting the more user-friendly forked rockers and screw adjusters instead of the GS's inverted bucket tappets.
Our vendor purchased this Suzuki GSX1100E from a specialist Suzuki restorer/ enthusiast in 2014, since when it has been on the road for three separate years only. Currently showing 18, 610 km's, the Suzuki has covered fewer than 200 miles since its acquisition 10 years ago, mainly attending shows. MoTs and servicing have been carried out by the mechanic the vendor has used for the last 48 years, and the machine has always passed the test, most recently in March 2022 (it is now exempt). Notable features include Dymag carbon-fibre wheels; road-legal Vance & Hines 4-into-1 exhaust; and various modern upgrades to the suspension, brakes, seat, paintwork, etc. Offered with bills, MoTs and a V5C document.
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.
