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1968 Killeen MK 1

Silverstone Auctions - The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale Motorcycles 2022
Birmingham, 13 November
  • Year of manufacture 
    1968
  • Motorcycle type 
    Street
  • Engine number 
    3953-3
  • Lot number 
    19294
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Colour  
    Other
  • Location
    United Kingdom
  • Performance 
    13 PS / 10 kW / 13 BHP

Description

  • Tom Killeen was more famous for his exploits with monocoque cars than he was bikes
  • The machine was designed by Tom with centre steering, a monocoque frame and powered by a Velocette LE engine and gearbox
  • Built in the late 60s/early 70s and registered as a Killeen Mk1
  • Reviewed very positively in Motorcycling magazine in period with quotes such as "Honestly, I've never before come across a motorcycle which can give its rider such enormous confidence"
  • Was owned by The National Motorcycle Museum at some point before being sold on
  • Forming part of a private collection and unused for some time means some recommissioning will be required before road use
  • A great example of eccentric British design