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1927 Sunbeam Model 2

Silverstone Auctions - The Classic Sale at Silverstone 2021
Silverstone, 01 August
  • Year of manufacture 
    1927
  • Motorcycle type 
    Street
  • Engine number 
    H1050
  • Lot number 
    16928
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Colour  
    Other
  • Location
    United Kingdom
  • Performance 
    23 PS / 17 kW / 23 BHP

Description

  • Sunbeam's new 2¾hp engine first appeared in the, essentially similar, Models 1 and 2, the former being a footboard-equipped tourer
  • The 350cc, side-valve, single-cylinder Model 2 was more sporting with lowered handlebars and a shorter chaincase
  • This is an older, quality restoration (c2000) retaining great patina and crisp lines and benefitting from a twist throttle
  • A well-maintained bike, the most recent MOT expired in 2020
  • A well-regarded sports bike in its day and eligible for the Banbury Run