Description
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tues 24th March from 1pm
Auction: Wed 25th March from 10am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
Registration No: YV 802Frame No: P17243MOT: Exempt
Restored to a high standard in the past
In regular use up to 2013
One of the most popular models of the vintage period
The BSA ‘Sloper’ S-series, with its distinctive inclined cylinders, was launched in August, 1926, for the 1927 model year, and upheld BSA’s reputation for well-made, capable machines for the remainder of the vintage era. Daimler’s Harold Briggs was responsible for the design of the 493cc (80 by 93mm) OHV engine, which featured sump lubrication and return springs in the pushrod tubes for quiet running. A restyled fuel tank appeared for 1928, and in 1929 a twin-port cylinder head became optional, though that reportedly enhanced the Sloper’s looks more than its performance!
Registered new in London and evidently the beneficiary of a high-quality restoration at some stage in the past, this beautiful 1929 BSA S29 was in regular use up to 2013 and has had just four owners since 2008, with the present owner acquiring it in 2024. It now exhibits a light patina but remains eminently show-worthy, and it should not take much to put it back onto the rally circuit. Thanks to their popularity, Sloper models enjoy strong club and spares support, and they are bound to generate conversations with fellow enthusiasts at rallies. A perfect machine for pre-war events like the Banbury Run and Graham Walker Memorial Run, this S29 is supplied with its V5C.
** 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)
