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National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
Viewing: Tuesday 25th March from 1pm
Auction: Wednesday 26th March from 9am
Location: National Motorcycle Museum, Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull B92 0EJ
1922 Coventry Eagle S68
Very rare model
Estimate
£12, 000 - £14, 000
Registration No: NM 1783
Frame No: 3971
MOT: Exempt
Thought to be the sole surviving S68 model (ref J. Hudson)
An older restoration and remaining in very good order
A reconditioned clutch and a 2019 top-end overhaul
The Hotchkiss, Mayo and Meek bicycle company relocated from Hill Cross Works to Lincoln Street in Coventry following the death of Hotchkiss and departure of Meek during 1897. Renamed the Coventry Cycle Co with Bernard Rotherham joining Edward Mayo as owner, the firm diversified into motorcycles two years later.
Originally registered in Bedfordshire in 1922, 'NM 1783' is thought to be the sole surviving S68 model (ref J. Hudson) with later forks and brakes. An older restoration that remains in very good order, the vendor reports that it starts easily and performs well. The performance on the 2011 Isle of Man Mountain Challenge Centenary Run is cited as a testament to this. The paperwork on file includes various technical publications, information, restoration photos, plus invoices that include a reconditioned clutch, a 2019 top end overhaul, new pistons, an original fuel tank reconstruction and the vendor's 2009 purchase receipt, old MOTs and tax discs. A truly outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly capable and very significant Vintage JAP powered V-twin machine, with performance capabilities well ahead of its time.
** 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.
