Ride-away classic motorcycles at Shannons August Sydney Winter Auction
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Ride-away classic motorcycles at Shannons August Sydney Winter Auction

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By Shannons - 17 July 2019
  • Two great ‘intra-War’ 500cc BSA twins
  • Two iconic 1980s Japanese dirt bikes – both fully restored and not ridden since!
  • Collectible first Yamaha XS650 road bike

Seven very usable classic motorcycles will be crossing the block at Shannons upcoming Sydney Winter Auction on August 26 – most with ‘no reserve’.

The highlight for British motorcycle enthusiasts is a very desirable 1970 650cc Triumph Bonneville T120R, presented in excellent restored condition and expected to sell in the $12,000-$16,000 range.

This unrestored 1946 BSA M20 is expected to sell with ‘no reserve’ in the $7,000-$10,000 range.

Two classic ‘intra-War’ BSA twin cylinder solos will also excite collectors: ­a restored 1941 BSA WM20 and an unrestored, but complete 1946 M20. Each is expected to sell with ‘no reserve’ in the $7,000-$10,000 range.

This single-cylinder 125cc 1948 Royal Enfield ‘Flying Flea’ motorcycle is expected to sell with ‘no reserve’ in the $4,000-$6,000 range.

As an alternative for British classic motorcycle enthusiasts, there is a single-cylinder. 125cc 1948 Royal Enfield ‘Flying Flea’ motorcycle. Presented in excellent useable condition and offered with ‘no reserve’, it is expected to sell with ‘no reserve’ in the $4,000-$6,000 range.

This mighty 600cc 1983 Honda XL600R –  fresh from a ground up restorations and not used since – is expected to sell with ‘no reserve for $3,000-$6,000.

Other standouts of the two-wheelers on offer, include two great Japanese 1980s dirt bikes: a 1980 80cc Suzuki RM80T and a mighty 600cc 1983 Honda XL600R – both fresh from similar ground up restorations and neither being used since completion.

Each is offered with ‘no reserve’, with the Suzuki expected to sell for a very affordable $2,000-$3,000 and the Honda for $3,000-$6,000.

Finally, for Japanese motorcycle collectors, there is the opportunity to purchase an unrestored example of Yamahas first road model – the XS-1 650cc. This very original classic is in good rideable condition and is expected to sell with ‘no reserve’ in the $9,000-$13,000 range.

View all Shannons August 26 Sydney Winter Classic Auction Lots

For more information on the auction contact Stuart Roberts (02) 8019 4179, or Damien Duigan (02) 8019 4180, or 13 4646 (Option 5) or email auctions@shannons.com.au.

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