Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 8th July from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 9th July from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
c. 1977 Silk Racing Motorcycle
Reputed to be an ex-Works machine
Estimate
£6, 500 - £7, 500
Registration No: Unregistered
Frame No: 700S. 1. 11
MOT: N/ A
A rare and early Silk racing motorcycle
In period 'Silk Cut' racing colours
Reputed to be an ex-Works machine
Silk was a manufacturer initially based in Derbyshire that produced a water-cooled two-stroke twin between 1975 and 1979. The company was founded by George Silk, an engineer who was famed for his work on earlier Scott motorcycles, specialising in reproducing spare parts and performance modifications.
The Silk on offer was purchased by the late vendor in 1999 from Mr K. S Green of Christchurch, who indicated it was an ex-Works machine that had been campaigned in the late 1970s. It was subsequently restored in the late 1980s and not used since, although it has formed part of a collection of machines. It seems there might be a kickstart issue as it does not engage to turn over the engine. A rare opportunity to own a bit of 1970s history, the Silk does not come with any paperwork and will require some attention before use.
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Parking and entry into the auction is free for auction attendees with a catalogue, available at the door.
Catalogues can be purchased for £20 (admits 2 people).
