LOT 588

c.1928 AJS 350cc Model K4 Registration no. SV 9647 (see text) Frame no. K125574 Engine no. K125574 (see text)

Sold for £9,200 inc. premium

Lot 588

c.1928 AJS 350cc Model K4
Registration no. SV 9647 (see text) Frame no. K125574 Engine no. K125574 (see text)

The Autumn Stafford Sale – The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|16 October 2022, 10:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

c.1928 AJS 350cc Model K4
Registration no. SV 9647 (see text)
Frame no. K125574
Engine no. K125574 (see text)

AJS first entered the Isle of Man TT in 1911, making an historic breakthrough in 1914 when it won the Junior event, the first such victory by a single-cylinder machine. From then onwards, the 23/4hp (350cc) sidevalve-engined model remained a fixture of the AJS range. Light in weight (around 200lbs), robust and adequately powerful, the model is widely regarded as one the finest of Vintage-era sports machines.

The vendor purchased this AJS 'flat-tanker' from Adrian Moss approximately 12 years ago but has no knowledge of the its history. Following a conversation with Adrian Moss, he advises us that machine was purchased from Ron Farthing. No other history is known. The machine will require re-commissioning or possibly more extensive restoration before returning to the road, and it should be noted that the engine number is believed to be a non-factory re-stamp. The registration 'SV 9647' is recorded in the HPI/DVLA database; however, there are no documents with this Lot. Accordingly, prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves with regard to the validity of this motorcycle's registration number as well as its completeness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Sold strictly as viewed.
Offered without key

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