LOT 526
Property of a deceased's estate 1933 Rudge 350cc Radial Registration no. PSL 474 Frame no. 50821 Engine no. 8056 (see text)
Sold for £6,900 inc. premium
Lot 526
Property of a deceased's estate, 1933 Rudge 350cc Radial
Property of a deceased's estate
1933 Rudge 350cc Radial
Registration no. PSL 474
Frame no. 50821
Engine no. 8056 (see text)
1933 Rudge 350cc Radial
Registration no. PSL 474
Frame no. 50821
Engine no. 8056 (see text)
The full potential of Rudge's four-valves-per-cylinder design was slow to emerge, but in 1928 Graham Walker's works '500' became the first motorcycle to win a road race - the Ulster Grand Prix - at an average speed in excess of 80mph, a feat which led to the introduction of the legendary 'Ulster' sports model. Early engines deployed parallel valves in a pent-roof combustion chamber; then in 1930 a trio of 350s appeared at the Isle of Man with radially-disposed valves, this new arrangement demonstrating its superiority when Rudges finished 1, 2, 3 in the Junior TT.
This Rudge belonged to the current vendor's late father, who acquired it in 2001. The father was a keen motorcycle enthusiast, spending his spare time tinkering with bikes in the garage and going on various organised motorcycle rides. The Rudge has been kept dry stored in the garage since he passed away two years ago. In 2009 the engine was overhauled and fully documented by Rudge specialist Colin Chapple (detailed invoice on file). Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning and thus is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted that the V5C records the engine number as '109'. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's originality, correctness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Accompanying documentation consists of a current V5C; Rudge Enthusiasts' Club invoice; and the aforementioned Colin Chapple invoice.
This Rudge belonged to the current vendor's late father, who acquired it in 2001. The father was a keen motorcycle enthusiast, spending his spare time tinkering with bikes in the garage and going on various organised motorcycle rides. The Rudge has been kept dry stored in the garage since he passed away two years ago. In 2009 the engine was overhauled and fully documented by Rudge specialist Colin Chapple (detailed invoice on file). Following a period of inactivity, the machine will require recommissioning and thus is sold strictly as viewed. It should be noted that the V5C records the engine number as '109'. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's originality, correctness and mechanical condition prior to bidding. Accompanying documentation consists of a current V5C; Rudge Enthusiasts' Club invoice; and the aforementioned Colin Chapple invoice.
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All lots are 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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