LOT 376
1954 Francis-Barnett 125cc Kestrel Project Registration no. LJF 669 Frame no. U2650 Engine no. 618A 6900
Sold for £1,552.50 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 376
1954 Francis-Barnett 125cc Kestrel ProjectRegistration no. LJF 669 Frame no. U2650 Engine no. 618A 6900
The Autumn Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show, Stafford|9 October 2021, 12:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1954 Francis-Barnett 125cc Kestrel Project
Registration no. LJF 669
Frame no. U2650
Engine no. 618A 6900
Registration no. LJF 669
Frame no. U2650
Engine no. 618A 6900
After WW2 Francis-Barnett concentrated on the production of lightweight two-strokes powered firstly by Villiers engines, though from 1957 AMC's own power units were fitted to many models. First introduced in the autumn of 1953, the Kestrel used the 125cc Villiers 13D engine, which was housed in a plunger-suspended frame with telescopic front fork. This un-restored Kestrel has belonged to the vendor's family since 1974. The Excelsior was used a little off-road in the late 1970s, since when it has formed part of a private museum collection. The machine has not been run but the engine turns over. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, it comes with an old-style V5 document and an old-style buff logbook.
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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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