
LOT 302
1926 Francis-Barnett 147cc Model 4 Registration no. WZ 2475 Frame no. 10600 Engine no. W18862
Sold for £3,220 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 302
1926 Francis-Barnett 147cc Model 4Registration no. WZ 2475 Frame no. 10600 Engine no. W18862
The Autumn Stafford Sale: The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|20 October 2019, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1926 Francis-Barnett 147cc Model 4
Registration no. WZ 2475
Frame no. 10600
Engine no. W18862
Registration no. WZ 2475
Frame no. 10600
Engine no. W18862
The downturn in the motorcycle market in the early 1920s prompted Francis-Barnett to switch from producing expensive, high quality machines to the more utilitarian. First seen in 1923, the first of these was the triangulated, pin-jointed, straight-tube frame model whose novel method of construction gave rise to the 'Built Like A Bridge' advertising slogan.
This straight-tube 'Fanny B' is powered by the 147cc Villiers two-stroke engine. Of the various versions offered, this is an example of the medium-price model equipped with clutch, countershaft gearbox, and kick-starter. Restored in 2018, the machine has new tyres, tubes, spokes, wheel bearings, steering bearings, piston rings, and a new carburettor. All frame components and the wheel rims were powder coated, and the fuel tank repainted. The engine is said to start and run well. Last run in June 2019, the machine is offered with V5C document.
This straight-tube 'Fanny B' is powered by the 147cc Villiers two-stroke engine. Of the various versions offered, this is an example of the medium-price model equipped with clutch, countershaft gearbox, and kick-starter. Restored in 2018, the machine has new tyres, tubes, spokes, wheel bearings, steering bearings, piston rings, and a new carburettor. All frame components and the wheel rims were powder coated, and the fuel tank repainted. The engine is said to start and run well. Last run in June 2019, the machine is offered with V5C document.
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.
Saleroom notices
There is an old style log book and expired MoT offered with the Lot.





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