LOT 272
1940 Francis-Barnett 98cc Powerbike Registration no. EAX 438 Frame no. KG2875 Engine no. 437/19832
Sold for £517.50 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 272
1940 Francis-Barnett 98cc PowerbikeRegistration no. EAX 438 Frame no. KG2875 Engine no. 437/19832
The Autumn Stafford Sale: The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|19 October 2019, 14:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1940 Francis-Barnett 98cc Powerbike
Registration no. EAX 438
Frame no. KG2875
Engine no. 437/19832
Registration no. EAX 438
Frame no. KG2875
Engine no. 437/19832
After WW2 Francis-Barnett became part of AMC along with James, and concentrated on the production of two-stroke powered lightweights. The semi-enclosed Powerbike autocycle first appeared in 1939 and resumed production after WW2. Like many of its fellows, the Powerbike 50 was powered by the 98cc Villiers Junior de Luxe engine, featuring single-speed transmission and auxiliary pedalling gear. The model was updated for 1948 with tubular girder forks complete with rubber-band suspension, and in 1949 received the Villiers 2F engine, a new frame, and revised fuel tank and leg shields, becoming the Powerbike 56.
An older restoration, this early Powerbike is offered with an old-style V5C document and a 'Hints & Spares' booklet. It should be noted that a different engine number is recorded in the V5C.
An older restoration, this early Powerbike is offered with an old-style V5C document and a 'Hints & Spares' booklet. It should be noted that a different engine number is recorded in the V5C.
Footnotes
As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.


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