LOT 554

1960 BSA 'RAS' Bantam 125cc Trials Motorcycle Registration no. not registered Frame no. to be advised Engine no. YDL4959

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Lot 554

1960 BSA 'RAS' Bantam 125cc Trials Motorcycle

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

1960 BSA 'RAS' Bantam 125cc Trials Motorcycle
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. to be advised
Engine no. YDL4959

Many a now-mature motorcyclist's first two-wheeled experience will have been gained aboard a BSA Bantam, a model that was produced in various forms for over 20 years. Although BSA did market a trials Bantam for a while, there was no serious attempt at long-term development. The works team did occasionally use the little two-stroke, but for the most part the larger four-stroke models were preferred. However, just as they did in mainstream events 40 years ago, two-stroke lightweights have come to dominate Pre-'65 trials, and this highly modified Bantam roadster is not untypical of the breed.

This unusual machine has been owned by the vendor for 12 months and is presented in restored condition, albeit never run and may therefore require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent. There are no documents with this Lot.
Key not required

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There is a frame number plaque affixed to the machine, stamped: HD05754B175

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