Description
This motorcycle is Lot 401 - 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 401
1980 Yamaha XS1100S
Registration no. XUY 421V
Frame no. 4H4-000155
Engine no. 5K7-012217
"For straight line comfort and effortless speeding, there's little to match it," declared Bike magazine, summing up its first encounter with Yamaha's XS1100 behemoth back in 1978. Nowadays, a machine weighing in excess of 600lbs, producing 66. 5ft/ lbs of torque, and with a top speed of more than 130mph (a 'Super Cruiser' in today's terminology) would scarcely raise an eyebrow, but with that specification 40 years ago the XS1100 seemed to have come from another planet. The ultimate transcontinental mile-muncher of its day, the XS1100 featured shaft drive, twin overhead camshafts, triple disc brakes, alloy wheels, electrical accessory power outlet, adjustable suspension, fairing mounts, and a surprisingly extensive tool kit.
First registered in the UK in 2011, the XS1100 offered here is an example of the bikini-faired 'S' version. Yamaha frame and engine numbers for the period should be identical, and this example would seem to consist of a 1980 frame and a 1981 engine. The Yamaha was purchased and used by the vendor, who very quickly realised it wasn't the motorcycle for him. Stored within his collection, the machine will require safety checks before use as it has not been started for a short while. No previous history known. Offered with 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.
