LOT 354

1934 BSA 595cc M34-13 Sloper Registration no. MXS 385 Frame no. B12.793 Engine no. B13.460

Sold for £6,900 inc. premium

Lot 354

1934 BSA 595cc M34-13 Sloper

The Spring Stafford Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|22 April 2023, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

1934 BSA 595cc M34-13 Sloper
Registration no. MXS 385
Frame no. B12.793
Engine no. B13.460

The M34-13 600 Sloper, was second only to the mighty G34-14 v-twin in the model range, and is certainly one of the rarest to see in the present day. Equipped with a four-speed gearbox, and the sturdy forged steel backbone frame, it was a rapid touring bike. MXS 385 was purchased by the vendor ten years ago, when incomplete, disassembled, and in need of restoration. In the intervening time, he has reassembled the machine, refurbishing the original parts where possible, and replaced some when not. The wheels were rebuilt with new spokes and tyres, the magneto reconditioned, an exhaust system made by Armours, and various parts were repainted and refurbished as necessary. Fortunately, the BSAOC confirmed that the frame and engine are the originals from new (certificate on file). Documentation consists of a current V5C, the aforementioned dating certificate, a second one from the VMCC, and some invoices. This machine does not require a key.

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