Description
H&H Classic Auction @ National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
29th Mar, 2023 12:00
1925 Raleigh Model 14
Estimate
£4, 500 - £5, 500
Registration No: OM 9897
Frame No: 2832
Engine No: 2891
CC: 248
MOT: Exempt
3 Previous owners from new
A primarily original 1920s Raleigh
On display at the Atwell-Wilson museum
The well-known Nottingham bicycle manufacturer entered the motorcycle market in 1901 with motorcycle production continuing in a sporadic fashion throughout the pioneer period. During 1920 the company commenced the manufacture of a new in-line flat twin, which they followed in 1922 with a range of single-cylinder side valve models featuring either two or three-speed gearboxes and belt or chain final drive. The new machines quickly established an enviable reputation for their reliability enhanced in 1924 by Hugh Gibson's successful circuit of the British coast on a combination and Marjorie Cottle's reverse circuit of the same route on a solo. Production continued until 1933 when the company ceased motorcycle production to concentrate on their pedal-powered products.
This charming 1925 Raleigh has been displayed at the Atwell-Wilson Museum in Calne. A primarily original machine, it is believed to have had just three owners from new, mainly located in the Kidderminster area, from what we can gather. Recent work has been carried out, including a magneto rebuild, and the machine is described by he vendor as 'running well'. An ideal lightweight machine that could be used for the Banbury run, it is offered with a current V5C.
