Beschreibung
At the time of its introduction in 1948, the Vincent Black Lightning was the fastest production motorcycle in the world, capable of achieving 150 mph through its 70bhp, 998cc V-twin engine. Only 31 Black Lightnings were ever built, and only 19 matching-numbers examples still exist.
This fabulous homage to the Black Lightning was built in the 1980s by Peter Darvill, famous for his racing exploits on his "featherbed" Norvin
It consists of a Rapide 'C' main frame, Black Shadow rear-frame and an early Rapide 'B' engine
Built using mostly NOS parts obtained by Peter
Correct carbs and exhaust, period correct clocks and period-modified 'long range' fuel tank
It formed part of his bike collection and was hung on his wall, naturally
Purchased directly from Peter in the 1990's by our vendor
In a private collection for the last 25 years and not used, so will require recommissioning
