Description
1949 Series B Rapide 2308262
Original KRH 307 reg number with original log book and V5.
The bike left the factory as a series B Rapide but it is now Series C spec with C RFM and Girdraulics. (The factory were producing C’s at the time but this one is a B.) Matching numbers (not RFM)
Features;
Amal Mk 11 Carbs. 11/ 8th” Shadow size with matching stubs. 7. 3 Shadow spec Ron Kemp pistons. (Kempaloid)12v electrics, ‘Chinamo’.
Multiplate Norton based clutch, original included. Touring size wheels, alloy rims, Craven rack, panniers and topbox. 5″ speedo.
Series D type distributor, currently has points assisted electronic ignition, will include cap and rotor arm to bring it back to original D type (use slot marked with red paint on cam). Koni rear and Armstrong front dampers. Mac Reed elephant’s trunk oil catcher.
Unfortunately a small patch of paint is lifting on the petrol tank.
Some Spares included.
Other spares: If you want to return bike to original spec, buyer to contact owner.
A riders Vincent, the bike has been used for continental touring, rallies and Sunday runs.
£29, 000 ono
