26th Mar, 2025 12:00
National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands
1912 Royal Enfield 2¼HP
Beautifully restored Veteran machine
Sold for £7,475
(including buyers premium)
Registration No: NP 4785
Frame No: 15003
MOT: Exempt
- We have been informed that this Royal Enfield was a factory prototype and was owned by the late Ivor Mutton
- Has been restored to a concours standard
- Enjoyed as a two-wheeled sculpture rather than a rideable machine since refurbishment
- Part of a private collection and offered with a V5C
The first Royal Enfield motorcycle was built in 1901 by the Enfield Cycle Company of Redditch having previously manufactured bicycles, lawnmowers and stationary engines. Under various ownership, the name has continued through to the present day, making it one of the longest-lasting names in the two-wheeled world. Initially called Enfield, in 1911 they added Royal to the company name and in 1912 the Model 180 sidecar combination was introduced, fitted with a 770cc V-twin JAP engine, and the bike was raced successfully in the Isle of Man TT and at Brooklands.
This is a very early example of the Enfield V-twins and is reputed to be a 'prototype' machine of the day, owned by the marque specialist at the time, Ivor Mutton. This very charming Veteran Royal Enfield has been fully restored to a good standard and has formed part of a collection of machines by the current owner. The machine is offered with a current V5C. Please note: Although this machine dates from 1912, it carries a 1924 registration number. It could be classified as a Pioneer with the help of the appropriate Club Registrar.
For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217
Auction: National Motorcycle Museum | Solihull, West Midlands, 26th Mar, 2025
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