Highlights
- Recent recommissioning by Victory Motorcycles
- Very original and apparently low mileage G3LS
- Great ‘thumper’ sound track from its 348cc single
- Scope to enjoy as is or improve as you go
The Appeal
The G3 is the sort of rugged, no-nonsense tough single on which Britain’s post-war bike industry was built. Today it remains popular with nostalgists and those who like their classic bikes reliable, stylish, easy to ride and with readily available spares.
This tidy G3LS comes with the character of its 60 years because it hasn’t been overly restored. Instead it has been carefully recommissioned by specialist Victory Motorcycles who have checked it over, serviced it and brought it up to a reliable and usable level.
That means the buyer gets a bike that is ready to enjoy with scope to improve it along the way.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 26th June 1964
- Seven registered keepers
- Recently acquired by vendor who arranged its recommissioning
- Invoice for £439.20 from Victory Motorcyles detailing the recent mechanical work
- VIN number A85714
- Last MOT expired 30th March 2010 with 27,911 miles showing and no advisories
- Regularly used between 2006 and 2010
- Now showing just 28,835 miles
- V5C in vendor’s name
- Registered as a Historic Vehicle so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt
The Condition
- Original and apparently unrestored condition
- Some signs of age to paintwork but characterful and presentable
- Complete chromework and fittings in fair condition
- Saddle presents well with good shape and trim
- Rear luggage rack fitted
- Generally well kept badging and decals
- Recently cleaned and tyres inflated by Victory Motorcyles
- Front tyre is worn and perished and ideally needs replaced
- New battery box fabricated and painted
The Mechanics
- V5 indicates it is fitted with a 348cc single cylinder Matchless engine
- 4spd manual gearbox
- Recent recommissioning by Victory Motorcycles summarised below
- This work is also detailed in the photographs
Recommissioning:
- Oil changed and plug replaced
- Fresh petrol added
- Carburettor cleaned
- New battery
- New fuse holder
- Minor electric and lighting issues rectified
- General check over including greasing and lubricating components
BEFORE YOU BUY
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