1996 Aprilia Moto 6.5

Philippe Starck designed 650 single

Estimate: £2,500 - £3,000*

Reg No: N397 MCW Frame No: S0051210

CC: 650 Engine No: R0435099

MOT: March 2024

• Rotax 5 valve engine fitted with electric start

• Distinctive Philippe Starck design classic

• Supplied with an MOT until 30-03-24 and a V5C

Aprilia is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer founded immediately after World War II in Noale Italy by Alberto Beggio. Initially concentrating on small capacity bikes and component manufacturer for other companies, they now produce a large range of models from scooters through to superbikes. Aprilia always had a strong motorsport connection, beginning with motocross racing and then a multiple world championship winning road racing program with riders such as Valentino Rossi and Max Biaggi. They are still at the forefront of Moto GP to this day.

Philippe Starck is a French industrial architect and designer known for his wide range of work from interiors to motorcycles. In 1995 Aprilia commissioned Philippe Starck to design the 6.5 Motò, based on the 650 Pegaso, and the resulting bike was such a distinctive design it was displayed in New York’s Modern Art Museum. This 1996 example presented in standard trim is supplied with an owner’s manual, an MOT until 30-03-24 and a current V5C. Please note - the vendor reports that the speedo is not working and needs attention.

1967 Triumph Thunderbird

Estimate: £6,500 - £7,500*

Reg No: RYO 409E Frame No: 016520

CC: 650 Engine No: 6T1159N

MOT: Exempt

• Restored to a good standard

• Many subtle upgrades

• Running very well

The instigation for the Thunderbird’s development is commonly attributed to the demands of the North American market; however, Edward Turner’s deep understanding of the motorcycle market suggests that a 650cc twin was, to a degree, inevitable following the success of the Speed Twin and Tiger 100.

This 1967 Triumph Thunderbird special has had many upgrades whilst it was being restored. It was built with the intention to be a rider’s machine. It was completely stripped down, the crank is a one-piece unit modified to suit, it was on 11-1 pistons but since has been changed back to 9-1 it benefits from a 9-stud head with 30mm carbs, the rocker gear has been lightened, as with the cams and timing pinions. All the electrics have been converted to 12v, the front brake is a later 8” twin leading shoe, most of the fastenings and fittings are stainless steel, with new ally rim spokes and tyres with tubes. The exhaust system is all stainless steel. Believed to be running well, it is offered with a current V5C and a small amount of paperwork.