Description
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this bike in our upcoming Classic Motorcycle auction on Thursday the 13th of October 2025
Online and at Haynes International Motor Museum
Not registered
Frame number
Engine number 133
The complete machine was manufactured by the British Motor Traction Company
The air cooled 1 ¾ hp engine used a leather belt as a direct drive to the back wheel
We believe that it is probably unique but certainly one of the oldest motor bicycles in existence
It has been on display in the Science Museum since 1933 and is totally untouched and original
The number 1933-404 is marked on the rear mudguard which is probably a museum exhibit number
The British Motor Traction Company was owned by Selwyn Francis Edge
‘SF’ as he was known was a pioneer of motoring and a successful racing driver
He was also a director of the Ariel Cycle company so it is possible that there may have some association with Ariel to produce the cycle parts of this item
All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions
Viewing on the 12th October, between 10am-5pm, at Haynes Motor Museum
Live bidding available through our website.
NOT AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE BEFORE AUCTION
For more information, please contact our salerooms
