Highlights

From the Bond Collection of Historic Motorcycles
Exquisite and perfect in every respect
Restored between 2000-02
Numbers match original Buff logbook and V5c

The Appeal

The Ducati 24 Horas model was produced from 1966 to 1974, with examples produced under licence by MotoTrans in Spain from 1960 onwards. It was conceived to celebrate Ducati’s victories in the gruelling annual 24 hour race at Montjuic street circuit, nr Barcelona which they won in 1957-8, 1960, 1962 and 1964. Approximately 2000 were sold over the eight year production run, of which about 230 were imported into the UK by Vic Camp, and this example is thought to be one of those.

It has an interesting history as in about 1974 it was purchased by David Riddell who was the Solicitor for Comerfords Motorcycles of Thames Ditton. He rode it for several years before offering it to ex Comerfords Sales Director Bert Thorn around 2000. By then it had been in storage for several years and although it had been well preserved, a full restoration was required. This was carried out by Bert Thorn and Roger Davy, with the engine being rebuilt by Lacey Engineering of Portland, with an invoice on file for £1,242.

The bike was repainted to as new appearance, and all the brightwork was re-chromed including the wheels. These were rebuilt by Jock Wilson who was also ex-Comerfords.

The Ducati was purchased by Roger Davy and displayed in his snooker room for several years before being bought by a well known collector to become part of his collection. Subsequently the entire collection was purchased by the Seller in 2020 who has now decided to offer motorcycles for sale individually. He hopes they will be purchased by enthusiasts who will appreciate their historic importance.

This rare and beautiful Ducati is in near perfect condition, although it hasn’t been started or ridden for some time.

History and Paperwork

First registered on 6th August 1973
One of 230 imported by UK importer Vic Camp 1971-2
Buff logbook shows three owners to 1975
Purchased by Comerfords Motorcycles solicitor and ridden for several years
Offered and sold to an ex-Comerfords Sales Director Bert Thorn
Restored circa 2000 by Bert Thorn and Roger Davy to original appearance and specification
Re registered in 2000 with its original registration ULP 38M
Bought and became part of a well known collection of Historic motorcycles in 2005
Purchased and became part of the Bond collection in 2020
Engine rebuilt by Lacey Engineering in 2000
Wheels restored by Jock Wilson of Comerfords
Repainted in 2000 to a high standard
All bright parts re-chromed
V5c in previous Owner’s name
Old V5c from 2000
3 Owners since 2000
Handwritten notes from Davy summarising the Ducati’s history and restoration
Copy of Vintage Motorcycle Register Dating Certificate from 2000
MoT certificate from 2011 showing mileage at 5,641
Ducati Owner’s Workshop manual

The Condition

All paintwork in excellent condition
Wheels restored and re-chromed
Unused but older set of Pirelli tyres
Saddle recovered by Leightons
Correct graphics and badging beautifully executed
Small paint cracks on headlamp
Clean frame with no obvious damage

The Ducati remains in freshly restored condition with no damage or areas needing immediate attention.

The Mechanics

SOHC bevel drive single cylinder “wide case” 247cc engine
5 speed gearbox
Correct Amal concentric carburettor
Mechanically restored to as new condition in 2000
Has not been started for some time so light re-commissioning may be required prior to use

On the day we visited we did not attempt to start the Ducati, although the Seller assures us that with a little tinkering it would run well.

We are not sure when it was last started as for several years it has been either carefully stored, or exhibited, but he assures us that mechanically it is in great shape.

Summary

It is always a pleasure to offer a motorcycle as attractive as this Ducati, and it is unusual for any bike to have such a well documented history.

It’s no surprise that it has spent the last 23 years since its restoration indoors on display as it is an extraordinarily beautiful object, and would be the ”jewel in the crown” of any Ducati collection. We don’t think this one will have any difficulty finding a new home!

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