
LOT 35 *N
The Connoisseurs Collection, Part II c.1961 Suzuki Colleda 125cc Seltwin SB Registration no. not registered Frame no. 61-SB-67611 Engine no. SB-68972M
The Connoisseurs Collection, Part II, c.1961 Suzuki Colleda 125cc Seltwin SB
The Connoisseurs Collection, Part II
c.1961 Suzuki Colleda 125cc Seltwin SB
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 61-SB-67611
Engine no. SB-68972M
c.1961 Suzuki Colleda 125cc Seltwin SB
Registration no. not registered
Frame no. 61-SB-67611
Engine no. SB-68972M
If the Lot is to stay in the UK or is not exported within 90 days of sale, Import VAT at 5% on the hammer price is payable.
Michio Suzuki's company started life as a manufacturer of looms for the silk-weaving industry and did not make its first complete motorcycle until 1954, although these early models were marketed under the 'Colleda' name before 'Suzuki' became the norm late in 1958. In 1956 Suzuki had introduced its first twin-cylinder motorcycle – the Colleda TT – a 250cc two-stroke featuring a spine frame and Earles-type leading-link forks. Before long there were additions to the twins range in the form of the Colleda SB Seltwin, which came in 125cc and 150cc capacities and featured telescopic forks. Restyled towards the end of its life, the Seltwin had progressed from 'SB' to 'SL' model designations by the time production ceased in 1963.
It is extremely unusual to find a Colleda Seltwin as original and complete as this one, which displays a total of 12,315 kilometres on the odometer and appears to be an older restoration (the engine turns over).
Offered unregistered and without documents. Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/or restoration to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, history, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding.
Offered with key
Footnotes
Please note that no ignition key is included with the machine, although one is required; only a steering lock key is supplied. The clutch lever has been damaged in transit and will need to be replaced. The odometer reads 20,315 km. Prospective bidders are advised to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the lot.
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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This Lot will be auctioned on Saturday 25 April, with the auction starting at 2:30pm BST.
Saleroom notices
Please note that no ignition key is included with the machine, although one is required; only a steering lock key is supplied. The clutch lever has been damaged in transit and will need to be replaced. The odometer reads 20,315 km. Prospective bidders are advised to satisfy themselves as to the condition of the lot.







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| * | Import low rate |
| VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium. | |
| N | NOVA declaration |
| This machine is subject to post-sale customs administration and, for UK Buyers, a NOVA declaration. Whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (SHIPPIO) to undertake the NOVA and C88 (customs) application if applicable on the Buyer's behalf. A fee to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice, as follows: for Live Public Sales: £350 + VAT; for Timed, Online-only Sales: £195 + VAT. |























