29th Mar, 2023 13:00
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
c.1930s Rudge Grass Track
Estimated at £2,500 - £3,500Registration No: Unregistered
Frame No: Not visible
Engine No: S2630
CC: 500
MOT: N/A
- 2003 Vintage Grass Track Championship winner, with photo
- Sprung frame and telescopic forks
- No documentation
In 1911, the first Rudge-Whitworth production models appeared and some technically advanced features were quickly introduced, such as variable ratio gears etc., which belied the staid conservative impression some may have formed about the company. The 498cc 'Ulster' racing machine was first listed in 1929, along with 248cc and 348cc SV and OHV JAP powered models. Supplied ready-to-race ex-works and comparatively inexpensive, the Ulster model went on to win countless honours in TT, GP and many other international events in later years. This fine sporting marque was very competitive in speedway, and also trials events in the hands, and feet, of Murray's dad Graham (Walker) Rudge's sales manager at the time.
Offered as a Rudge grass track machine, the date of manufacture or build is unknown, however, this grass track machine comprises a special spring frame and a centre-plug 500cc Rudge engine with an alloy barrel. Up front, the machine is fitted with telescopic forks, potentially making this a competitive bike. We have been made aware that Brian Cooper successfully demonstrated its ability in 2003 by winning the Vintage Grass Track Championship. A framed photograph accompanies this lot, otherwise, there is no other documentation with this machine.
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Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 29th Mar, 2023
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