c.1976 Norton ‘Seeley’ Race Bike

850 Commando engine in Seeley replica frame

Estimate: £5,500 - £6,500*

Reg No: Unregistered Frame No: None

CC: 829 Engine No: 326469

MOT: N/A

• Seeley Replica Commando 850 race bike

• Belt primary drive conversion, RH4 cylinder head

• Ideal classic racer or parade bike

The Commando model launched in 1967 as a 750cc carried on this theme culminating in Peter Williams’ victory in the 1973 Formula 750 TT. Colin Seeley has a fascinating history of involvement in motorsport encompassing being a successful sidecar racer, motorcycle shop owner, involvement in Formula One and team management. After retiring from competition in the late 1960s, Seeley concentrated efforts on designing and constructing Seeley-framed racing motorcycles, setting new standards for handling and quality.

This Norton Commando engined Seeley replica, has a frame reputably made Andy Sidlow with a John Tickle top yoke and billet bottom yoke, the frame has been left unpainted so you can fully appreciate the quality of the brazing. The wheel rims are Akront alloys fitted with Avon Road Rider tyres and the bodywork is finished off with an alloy tank, racing seat and a half fairing. The engine has an RH4 cylinder head and 32mm inlet ports driving through a belt primary-drive conversion. Not run or ridden since being built, it will need some finishing and recommissioning work, but will make an interesting classic racer or parade bike.

1960 BSA DBD 34 Goldstar

26 Year Ownership

Estimate: £11,000 - £13,000*

Reg No: VVS 489 Frame No: CB328876

CC: 500 Engine No: DBD34GS4678

MOT: Exempt

• Purchased by the vendor in 1997

• Used very little in his ownership

• Some recommissioning before use

The Birmingham Small Arms factory was established in the Small Heath area of Birmingham 1861 and as the name suggests manufactured weapons. Around the turn of the century, they started making bicycles and progressed onto motorcycles a few years later. BSA went on to be one of the world’s largest producers of motorcycles up until its demise in the early 1970s. Probably the most sought-after models produced by BSA are the Gold Star range of 350 and 500cc singles and the rare Rocket Gold Star 650cc twin of the late ‘50s early ‘60s.

This 1960 BSA DBD 34 Gold Star was purchased by the vendor in 1997 and was only used for a short time before placing on display. The BSA has been kept in good order and turned over regularly. It was fully restored by the previous owner to a very high standard. Due to being stood and not on the road for some time the usual recommissioning will be required before use. It comes complete with a V5 from 1997.

1934 Norton International Model 30

Estimate: £8,000 - £9,000*

Reg No: MSJ 754 Frame No: D1024944R

CC: 500 Engine No: 9147

MOT: Exempt

• Current owner for the last 12 years

• Rebuilt as purchased completely in parts

• Receipts for complete engine work £2,000

1930 had not been a spectacular year for the Bracebridge concern, so chief designer, John Carroll, undertook a complete redesign and by the time of the Ulster Grand Prix the new machines were meeting with considerable success. Although a few machines, fitted with the new engine, emerged from the factory for purchase in 1930, it was not until 1931 that the new engine became officially available replacing the Moore engines in the CS1 and CJ models.

This Cammy Norton was purchased completely in bits around 1992 by the previous owner, he then set about having the engine and gearbox completely overhauled by Norman Francis in that year, with receipts on file. The engine was completely overhauled at a cost of over £2,000 in 1992. It was also fitted with a Norton single-sided magnesium front brake. Used most years since, in the current vendor’s hands, he has enjoyed using it. Offered with a current V5C, an old tax disc and receipts for work carried out on the engine.

1933 Douglas D33 Greyhound

A rare model

Estimate: £5,000 - £6,000*

Reg No: APH 256 Frame No: YF 2480

CC: 600 Engine No: 6/E136

MOT: Exempt

• A rare survivor today

• Very limited numbers produced

• Original purchase receipt

Douglas motorcycles were manufactured between 1907–1957 in Kingswood, Bristol and were especially known for their twin-cylinder engined bikes, initially fore and aft and eventually in an across-the-frame layout.

This rare Douglas D33 Greyhound has been used and enjoyed by the current owner since his ownership. We have been advised it is running well. A rare model with not many known to the Douglas club. Some nice features are present, such as the cast ribbed aluminium sump and inlet manifold. A continuation RF60 log book is on file from March 1947, also on file is a purchase receipt from G.D Brown in Surrey, from 1933. Ready for its new owner, the Douglas D33 is offered with its current V5C.

1922 Sunbeam 3 1/2hp

Standard model

Estimate: £8,000 - £9,000*

Reg No: R 9498 Frame No: 16528

CC: 500 Engine No: 176/ 12151

MOT: Exempt

• Current owner for over 20 years

• Used on many VMCC events in his time

• Correct numbers machine

Sunbeam Cycles made by John Marston Limited of Wolverhampton, made motorcycles from 1912 to 1956. Many John Marston Sunbeam motorcycle models were produced. The first was a 350 cc in 1912 followed by a range of 500 cc singles and some V-twins. In 1924, a new model numbering system was introduced; Sunbeam Models 1 through 11. Other highernumbered models were produced in later years. The majority had singlecylinder engines developing relatively low power, though winning the TT races often, the last time in 1929.

This very charming 1922 Sunbeam 3 1/2hp Standard model has been with the current vendor for over 20 years. It has been used almost every year in his ownership, completing many VMCC events in that time. The current owner does not have a car license and always rides to events on a motorcycle of sorts that he owns. A correct numbers machine that has graced the vendor well over the years and is described as a rider’s machine. The Sunbeam comes complete with RF60 logbook from 1932 and a current V5C.

1919 Sunbeam 3 1/2hp

Long term ownership

Estimate: £8,000 - £9,000*

Reg No: SV 8733 Frame No: 6824

CC: 500 Engine No: 6295

MOT: Exempt

• Currently owned for over 20 years

• In good running order with correct numbers

• Current V5C on file

Sunbeam Cycles made by John Marston Limited of Wolverhampton, made motorcycles from 1912 to 1956. Many John Marston Sunbeam motorcycle models were produced. The first was a 350 cc in 1912 followed by a range of 500 cc singles and some V-twins. In 1924, a new model numbering system was introduced; Sunbeam Models 1 through 11. Other highernumbered models were produced in later years. The majority had singlecylinder engines developing relatively low power, though winning the TT races often, the last time in 1929. A hallmark of all Marston Sunbeams was the superb quality and finish in black with gold-leaf pinstriping.

This 1919 Sunbeam 3 1/2hp has been in partnership with the vendor’s 1922 model and again has formed part of his life and riding to many VMCC events and other rallies. The vendor informs us that it has always been a pleasure to ride and has given him many happy memories along the way. Restored over 30 years ago and holding up well. We have been advised the Sunbeam is running well. It comes complete with a current V5C and a VMCC dating certificate.

1950 Douglas Mk 4

Estimate: £4,000 - £5,000*

Reg No: 262 XVY Frame No: S8.7141

CC: 500 Engine No: S8-11429

MOT: Exempt

• 1 of just 100 examples known

• Older restoration by the previous owner

• Great restoration history file of bills

Although the new T35 proved to be quick for its class, it was underdeveloped when it arrived in showrooms during 1946, suffering from excessive side to side shake, a tendency to cut to one cylinder and poor quality control. These faults were addressed by Erling Poppe, Walter Moore and Freddy Dixon. The result was released in 1949 and typed the Mk3, quickly followed by the Mk4 which differed from the Mk3 in respect of the front mudguard which was no longer sprung and the introduction of cast alloy toolboxes. Two different styles of exhaust were offered, one utilizing slightly upswept tubular silencers, the other retaining the cast alloy “woofle box” under the engine.

This Douglas Mk4 was previously featured in ‘Classic Bike’ magazine in 1998. We have been informed that this bike is possibly one of only 100 left. This example was restored to a very high standard. It comes complete with various MOT certificates, handwritten letters, and invoices for parts and works, also included is the bill of sale from 1982, for £382.50, and ‘before’ restoration photos. There is a current V5C.

2001 Harley Davidson Night Train

Owned by popular TV bike expert

Estimate: £8,500 - £9,500*

Reg No: RK51 OLX Frame No: 1HD1BTY182Y038642

CC: 1450 Engine No: BTY2038642

MOT: T.B.A

• Owned By Guy Willison aka Skid from TV’s ‘Shed & Buried’ and ‘Junk & Disorderly’

• Very well presented Harley

• MOT up to 24/05/2024

This motorcycle is owned by Guy Willison (Skid) and has appeared in many TV series with Skid, Henry Cole and Allen Millyard. These include, ‘Find it, Fix it, Flog it’, ‘Shed & Buried’, ‘The Motorbike Show’ and ‘Junk & Disorderly’. The photograph is from the recent series of ‘Junk & Disorderly’. This motorcycle is in great original condition and has not been refurbished and is the last of the carb models, Stage 1 tuned.

Extras include: Straight shot exhaust, ‘bagger’ panniers (easily removed), light oak wooden handlebar grips, footboards (original forward controls included in sale). Burley handlebars, one-off air cleaner cover with K&N filter, original Harley Gunfighter seat, Leather Harley Davidson tank pad, upgraded Harley Davidson mirrors and levers and an analogue clock fitted to steering stem nut. It also has brass pillion footrests made by Allen Millyard and a chrome rear fender rack. This motorcycle has always been maintained to the highest standard as you can imagine, being Skids’ own personal transport. It comes complete with a current V5C.

Triump T25T Trail Blazer

No Reserve*

Reg No: Unregistered Frame No: T25TEE11074

CC: 250 Engine No: T25TEE11074

MOT: Exempt

• Fully restored machine, then not used

• Part of a large collection of Triumph Motorcycles

• No documentation with this lot

The Trail Blazer was a 250cc single-cylinder unit model T25T (Trail), mainly built for the USA market, whereas the T25SS (Street Scrambler) was built mainly for the UK market. Main differences were the size of the front brake, trials tyres (road tyres on the SS model), and a high set front mudguard. There are a couple of other minor differences but not obvious to the unknowing. These also include an alloy fuel tank and folding rider footrests. The colour was described as Tangerine.

Purchased by the vendor some years ago as a complete project, since in his ownership the machine has had a full restoration to a high standard. On its completion, the machine has been run but not used. Light recommissioning will be required before use. There is no documentation with this lot.

c.1960 Bob McIntyre

G50 Replica

Estimate: £20,000 - £22,000*

Reg No: N/A

Frame No: N/A

CC: 500 Engine No: N/A

MOT: T.B.A

• Bob McIntyre hallmark features

• Original exhaust system has been retained with the machine

• Will require checks and some recommissioning

We are grateful to the vendor for the following: “I purchased the bike as a basketcase in the 1980s with the intention of riding it in The CRMC and other historic events. As it happens the rebuild took longer than I anticipated and as a consequence of advancing years - yes you have heard it before! I never managed to finish the restoration before I retired from racing. My aborted plans to race the machine elicited a number of minor but reversible changes made during the restoration. The original exhaust system has been retained with the machine.

An admirer of Bob Mac, I do believe that this is one of his original bikes and this would appear to be further supported by the detailed descriptions of his bikes in Mick Walker’s book “Bob McIntyre - The Flying Scot”. Although there is no documentary evidence to support this. The machine is in the pristine condition that it would have left the Glasgow workshop of Bob, Alex Crummie, and Joe Potts. The usual checks will have to be done before running the machine up again.”