Description
This motorcycle is Lot 19 to be auctioned by Bonhams at the Timed-Online June Sale, please see the Bonhams website for full details. The timed online auction runs between June 6th through June 16th, with lots closing from midday June 16th 2025.
Public Viewing:
Available 11th & 12th June 2025 from 09:00 until 17:00, by appointment only at Bonhams Milton Keynes.
Lot 19
1971 Suzuki Super Six
Registration no. BVF 5J
Frame no. DJR 15571 (see text)
Engine no. T20-35460
Using the Colleda marque name, Suzuki launched its first 250cc two-stroke twin in 1956, and the type would remain a fixture of the range for the next 40 years. The replacement T10 appeared in 1963 sporting, among numerous improvements, Suzuki's new 'CCI' pumped lubrication system. The next stage of development was the now classic T20 Super Six, which was marketed in the USA as the X6 Hustler. Introduced in 1965, the T20 was an entirely new design although still a 250cc two-stroke parallel twin. The frame was a now tubular and of the duplex loop type, while the gearbox offered the rider the luxury of six speeds for the first time on a road-going motorcycle. With its precise handling, good brakes, powerful (29bhp) motor and 90mph-plus top speed, the Super Six received rave reviews in the motorcycling press and soon established a giant-killing reputation in production machine racing. Inevitably, many were converted for racing and original unmodified examples are increasingly rare. Today the Super Six/ Hustler is one of the most collectible of 1960s Japanese classics.
This example was first registered in the UK in 1982 and has been restored by the vendor. We are advised that the engine has a reconditioned crankshaft and that it has been rebored and fitted with new pistons. The Suzuki has not been ridden post-rebuild and still needs running in. Offered with a V5C Registration Certificate. It should be noted, the frame number appears to be a non-factory stamp.
All lots are sold 'as is/ where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. Visit the Bonhams Motorcycles website for all pertinent auction information.
