LOT 242
Offered from the National Motorcycle Museum Collection 1954 AJS 349cc 7R Racing Motorcycle Registration no. not registered Frame no. to be advised Engine no. ANDERSON AJS 1
Sold for £17,825 inc. premium
Lot 242
Offered from the National Motorcycle Museum Collection,1954 AJS 349cc 7R Racing MotorcycleRegistration no. not registered Frame no. to be advised Engine no. ANDERSON AJS 1
Offered from the National Motorcycle Museum Collection
1954 AJS 349cc 7R Racing Motorcycle
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. to be advised
Engine no. ANDERSON AJS 1
1954 AJS 349cc 7R Racing Motorcycle
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. to be advised
Engine no. ANDERSON AJS 1
Built from 1948 to 1963, Associated Motor Cycles' AJS 7R - known as the 'Boy Racer' - was one of the most successful over-the-counter racing motorcycles of all time. Almost all Britain's road-race stars of the 1950s and 1960s rode a 7R at some stage of their careers, and the model remains a major force in classic racing today.
According to correspondence on file, the 7R offered here was purchased new by AJS works rider Rod Coleman for his brother Bob to ride. It later passed to another New Zealander, John Anderson, who was a regular podium finisher in NZ national events. Anderson entered the Isle of Man TT races in 1957 and 1958, riding a 7R in the Junior events and a Norton in the Senior, with a best result of 6th in the 1958 Senior race. However, it is not known if this 7R is the one used by him in the Isle of Man. Previous owner Colin Grant acquired the AJS in 1990 and used it only for the annual Isle of Man TT Parade lap; he sold the 7R to the Museum in June 2004 (receipt on file). The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding.
According to correspondence on file, the 7R offered here was purchased new by AJS works rider Rod Coleman for his brother Bob to ride. It later passed to another New Zealander, John Anderson, who was a regular podium finisher in NZ national events. Anderson entered the Isle of Man TT races in 1957 and 1958, riding a 7R in the Junior events and a Norton in the Senior, with a best result of 6th in the 1958 Senior race. However, it is not known if this 7R is the one used by him in the Isle of Man. Previous owner Colin Grant acquired the AJS in 1990 and used it only for the annual Isle of Man TT Parade lap; he sold the 7R to the Museum in June 2004 (receipt on file). The machine's mechanical condition is not known; accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to its condition, completeness, correctness, or otherwise prior to bidding.
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
The frame number is not visible, although the frame is heavily painted. Please click the link to view the walkaround video of Lot 242: click here
Additional information
Looking for a similar item?
Our Motorcycles specialists can help you find a similar item at an auction or via a private sale.
Find your local specialistSpecialist section
Auction Viewings
- 9 December 2020, 09:00 - 17:00 GMT
- 10 December 2020, 09:00 - 17:00 GMT
- 11 December 2020, 09:00 - 17:00 GMT
