Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 28th October from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 29th October from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1930 Sunbeam Model Nine
Recent engine and gearbox overhaul
Estimate
£5, 000 - £6, 000
Registration No: BF 9013
Frame No: D9326
MOT: Exempt
Engine and gearbox comprehensively overhauled at great expense
1, 000 miles covered since the mechanical renovation
Seen to be running very well
The 1930 Sunbeam Model Nine was a 493cc overhead-valve single-cylinder motorcycle of an advanced design and well-proven sporting capabilities. It featured a three-ball-bearing crankshaft, dry-sump lubrication and an enclosed primary chain case. By 1930, it had incorporated a saddle tank and enclosed pushrods, a significant update from earlier flat-tank models. The Model Nine was renowned as a well-mannered machine in its time, with a sportier twin-port version known as the Model 90 capable of over 90 mph.
This 1930 Model Nine has benefitted from a comprehensive engine and gearbox overhaul by respected engineer Chris Fisher. The engine was totally stripped and most of its components were replaced with new parts, including the fabrication of a new piston (a pattern is included). The cylinder was rebored and all-new bearings, valves, valve guides and piston rings were used. Since completion, the bike has covered around 1, 000 miles on it, and the vendor is only reluctantly selling for health reasons. Sporting an older restoration which has now mellowed beautifully, this lively vintage Sunbeam promises lots of enjoyment for the new owner. The bike is offered with the current V5C, manuals, an original carburettor and assorted engine parts.
** Bidding will take place live at the venue, online via our H&H website, by telephone and commission - T&Cs apply**
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).
