Description
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this item in our upcoming Classic Motorbikes auction on Thursday the 29th of June 2023
Online and at Haynes International Motor Museum
Frame number TBA
Engine number G50 001
Gearbox number N 19875
One of only 2 or 3 made by famous race tuner Tom Arter
Featuring his special frame fitted with a Matchless G50 engine
It was the first British racing motorcycle to be fitted with magnesium cast wheels and disc brakes
The prototype was ridden successfully by Peter Williams
He finished second to Giacomo Agostini in the 1970 Senior TT and repeated this result in 1971
This example was purchased by the deceased owner in 1991 as a complete chassis with a 6 speed Schafleitner gearbox
He then fitted a period Matchless G50 engine with Lucas 2MTT magneto and Amal TT carburettor
Now fitted with Newby belt drive clutch
The owner raced the bike at Daytona in 1993
He crashed at Roebling Road circuit in 1994 Dave Pither raced the bike one week later at Daytona and finished second
The bike has been started recently and everything seems to be okay
Some re-commissioning will be necessary before use
This bike was owned by Tom Arter and loaned to several riders including Bill Smith and John Williams to ride in the Isle of Man TT
After John was killed whilst racing in Northern Ireland in 1978 the bike which was still at John’s house was sold and the proceeds went to the John Williams memorial fund
There is a letter of authentication from Bill Smith
John Williams rode this bike in 1970 to finish 5th in the 500 race at the TT and 9th at the Ulster GP
All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Please read our terms and conditions
Live bidding available through our website.
NOT AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE BEFORE AUCTION
Viewing Wednesday 28th June 10am-5pm
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