Description
This motorcycle is Lot 242 to be auctioned by Bonhams at The Spring Stafford Sale (The International Classic MotorCycle Show) on April 25th & 26th, please see the Bonhams Motorcycles Website for full details.
Auction Timings:
Lots 1 - 94 are to be sold from 14:30 on Saturday 25th April 2026.
Lots 201 - 353 are to be sold from 11:30am on Sunday 26th April 2026.
Public Viewing:
Available 25th & 26th April 2026 from 09:00 until 17:00, at The Staffordshire County Showground (The International Classic MotorCycle Show).
The David Plant Collection
** c. 1939 BSA-JAP 500cc Special**
Registration no. HUB 699
Frame no. KB24 2292
Engine no. JOS/ C 84006 (see text)
Nothing is known about this intriguing BSA-JAP special other than the fact that the machine was purchased by the vendor via Bob Terry in 1991, at which time it was described as approximately 60% refurbished. The machine is offered with old/ current V5/ V5C documents. It should be noted that on the HPi report, it lists an engine number of KB261162.
Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/ or restoration to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, history, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding.
Key not required
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.
