Description
This motorcycle is Lot 263 - To be auctioned by Bonhams at The Spring Stafford Sale (The International Classic MotorCycle Show) on 26th & 27th April, please see the Bonhams website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 101 - 147 are to be sold from 14:00 on Saturday 26th April 2025.
Lots 201 - 410 are to be sold from 11:00 on Sunday 27th April 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 26th & 27th April 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Stafford County Showground (The International Classic MotorCycle Show).
Lot 263
1965 DKW 48cc Violetta Sport
Registration no. KHH 425C
Frame no. the details below
Engine no. the details below
DKW was founded in Zschopau in 1919 by Danish engineer Jorgen Rasmussen and built its first motorcycle power unit, a single-cylinder, clip-on engine for bicycle attachment, in 1921. Post-WW2, alongside its larger models, the German firm offered an extensive range of 50cc mopeds and ultra-lightweight motorcycles until the brand ceased to exist in 1969. The best known of these was the long-running Hummel moped, while the Violetta Sport, as seen here, was a new introduction for 1962. Two versions were offered: the pedal-equipped MK (2PS) and the pedal-less and more powerful KR (4. 6PS) and the model was also marketed as the Express Carino and Victoria Avanti. Production ceased in 1966.
This DKW-built ultra-lightweight was purchased by the vendor at the Bonhams Summer Sale in 2021 (Lot 637), since acquisition it has been stored within their collection and registered in the UK. Offered with a - details above fact sheet and V5C.
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.
