LOT 216

The Bob Howard Collection 1920 AJS 748cc Model D Registration no. BF 4687 Frame no. 14125 Engine no. 14125

Sold for £13,110 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve

Lot 216

The Bob Howard Collection, 1920 AJS 748cc Model D

The Autumn Stafford Sale - The Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show|12 October 2025, 11:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground

The Bob Howard Collection
1920 AJS 748cc Model D
Registration no. BF 4687
Frame no. 14125
Engine no. 14125

In 1912 a 5hp v-twin - the Model D - joined the AJS range, hitherto consisting entirely of singles. Intended for sidecar work, the Model D was powered by a 631cc sidevalve engine and came with a 'beefed-up' version of the two-speed gearbox. The Model D's engine was enlarged to 696cc (6hp) for 1913, while a three-speed gearbox and internal expanding rear brake were additional improvements. A new, smaller 'Double-Purpose' v-twin - the 550cc Model A - arrived in November 1914, at which time the Model D was redesigned along 'A' lines and further enlarged to 748cc. One of the most effective and popular sidecar tugs of its day, the Model D continued in production well into the 1920s.

This AJS Model D was acquired by Bob Howard 27th January 2009 from one J Ellis of Burgess Hill, West Sussex. Following a period of inactivity (the last MoT expired on 25th November 2012) this motorcycle will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent and thus is sold strictly as viewed (inspection highly recommended). Accompanying paperwork includes tax reminders, old MoTs, a V5C document and two manuals.
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This Lot will be auctioned on Sunday 12 October, with the auction starting at 11am GMT.

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Please note the handlebar integrated mounted horn has become detached in transit and is checked into the history file.

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