Description
Sought after and collectable, this is an immaculate, matching numbers example of the legendary XT500.
GUIDE PRICE: £6, 500 - £8, 000
To be offered by Silverstone Auctions as part of our 'May Sale' from 9:30am BST on Saturday 22nd May 2021. This event is now open to the public to attend again, but will also be streamed online (as per our successful format of the last 18 months).
Please see the Silverstone Auctions website for further details and how to register for bidding.
You are welcome to book an appointment to view this car at our central location of Stoneleigh Park (CV8 2LG) in Warwickshire. Please contact Lionel Abbott via our website or telephone number listed here to secure a day/ time or to discuss the car in more detail.
DESCRIPTION
Twin-valve, single cylinder, 500cc, 32bhp enduro/ adventure bike
Hugely popular in period and now 'cult' bikes with a tremendous following
The villain's choice of motorcycle in the James Bond film - 'For Your Eyes Only'
This is an immaculate, matching numbers example from a private collection
Ex-Gerry Gooch Motorcycle Display Team from the late Seventies (image att)
Dating certificate from VJMC confirming 1977 model year
Front wheel alloy rim from Nakasago. Rear wheel also has alloy rim
Restored in 2006. With our vendor since 2016
"One ride on an XT500 and you will be forever wanting one".
