1948 Triumph 5T

No Reserve* Reg No: CST 853 Frame No: TF23940

CC: 500 Engine No: 48-5T-85331

MOT: Exempt

• An older restoration and used since

• Recommissioning will be required

• Current V5C on file

Triumph is one of the most iconic and revered names in the history of motorcycling. Established in Coventry in 1885, by the start of the 1900s the company had made its first motorcycle, beginning a continuous run of production under various ownership until its eventual closure in 1983. In 1937 the Edward Turner-designed Speed Twin was released launching a range of Triumph twins that went on to epitomize British motorcycles in the post-war years.

This 1948 Triumph 5T has formed part of a collection of Triumph machines. Restored many years ago, it has been used since completion. The current vendor, sadly, has not the time to use the machine. The carburettor is included in the sale and the vendor may have it refitted before the sale. Recommissioning with be required before use. It comes complete with a current V5C.

1980 Yamaha DT175

One owner from new Estimate: £1,750 - £2,250*

Reg No: KNT 725W Frame No: 2K4 0026643

CC: 175 Engine No: 2K4 26643

MOT: Exempt

• Presented in original and unrestored condition

• ‘One owner’ displaying just 1,277 miles

• Supplied with an owner’s manual, service book and a V5

The Yamaha Motor Co. was formed in 1955 and the first bike produced was the YA-1, like the BSA Bantam a copy of the German-made DKW RT125 but in typical Japanese fashion this was soon improved upon with the launch of the YA-2 in 1957. In 1971 Yamahas launch of the RT360 invented a new genre of motorcycle, the trail bike, soon all other manufacturers were copying the concept and in the 1970s Yamaha had a full selection of twostroke singles from 50cc up to 400cc. One of the most popular models was the DT175 with its combination of a lightweight 125 chassis and a more powerful 175 motor.

This 1980 model, showing just 1,277 miles on the speedo, has only had one owner from new and is presented in standard and original condition. The bike has been dry stored for the last 20 years so will need recommissioning, but the engine turns over on the kickstarter. It comes supplied with an owner’s manual, service book, original sales catalogue and a V5.

1952 Bmw R25

No Reserve* Reg No: MLV 907* Frame No: 250115

CC: 250 Engine No: 250115

MOT: Exempt

• A rare and original BMW R25 single

• A UK supplied bike from new in 1952

• Only 4 owners, last one since 1966

BMW was established in the early 1900s as a manufacturer of aircraft engines and produced their first motorcycle in 1923, the R23, already sporting the flat twin boxer configuration they have now become synonymous with. Introduced in the early 1950s, the R25 BMW model was a single-cylinder 250cc with shaft-drive and plunger rear suspension.

This 1952 BMW R25, being offered at no reserve, is typical of German bikes from the era exuding quality and solid engineering. According to its original RF60 log book it was supplied new by The Bee Motorcycles in Liverpool in February 1952 and has only had 4 owners since, the last one buying the bike in 1966. Used by its enthusiast owner as part of a collection of European bikes, it has been stood for a number of years but the engine turns over and it seems to be complete and original apart from a missing headlamp.

*Please note, the bike comes supplied with its original RF60 Green log book and a V5, however, the registration number seems to have disappeared from the DVLA database.

c.1955 Horex Regina 400

No Reserve*

Reg No: 185 MOL Frame No: 68969545

CC: 400 Engine No: 68969545

MOT: Exempt

• Rare in the UK, Horex 400cc twin port single

• Only 4 owners since being imported in 1964

• Supplied with its original Green log book and a V5

Horex was a German motorcycle manufacturer, founded in 1923 by Fritz Kleemann in Bad Homburg vor der Höhe in Hesse, the brand name originating from the first letters of Homburg, supplemented by the Rex trademark of his parents canning glass company. Horex motorcycles were rarely exported and only a few are thought to survive outside Germany.

This c.1955 Regina 400, part of a deceased estate and being offered at ‘no reserve’, is typical of German bikes from the era exuding quality and solid engineering. According to its original green RF60 log book it came into the UK in 1964 and has only had 4 owners since, the last one buying the bike in 1977. Used by its enthusiast owner as part of a collection of European bikes, it has been stood for a number of years but the engine turns over on the kickstart and it seems to be complete and original. The bike comes supplied with an owner’s manual, some old MOTs, the original RF60 Green log book and a V5.

1955 Norton Model 7

Estimate: £5,000 - £6,000*

Reg No: 272 XVY Frame No: K1261617

CC: 500 Engine No: K1261617

MOT: Exempt

• An older restoration

• All matching engine and frame numbers

• Running very well

The Model 7 Dominator was a 500cc vertical twin motorcycle built by Norton between 1949 and 1955, before being superseded by the Model 88. It was the first of Norton’s Dominator range of motorcycles with an engine designed by Bert Hopwood and was a departure from Norton’s previous practice of producing single-cylinder machines. Successful in its day, the bike was even used by the Japanese police force in the 1950s.

‘272 XVY’ was registered on the 26th July of 1955, with matching engine and a frame number of K1261617. The subject of a long-term extensive no expense spared restoration which has included an engine rebuild and a recent gearbox rebuild. As can be seen from the photographs, or by viewing the bike, it is in very good condition throughout with many new parts. Unfortunately, there is a small blemish on the fuel tank where the chrome has lifted. This could be rectified, but apart from that, the bike looks absolutely lovely. We’ve been informed the engine is sweet. This is a fine Norton that would grace any collection whilst being a pleasure to take out and ride.