c.1923 Connaught

Registration No: XP 9640
Frame No: L4053
MOT: Exempt

• Extremely rare Connaught from the 1920s
• Presented in authentically restored condition
• Offered with a V5 registration document

Connaught was formed in 1910, manufactured by the Bordesley Engineering Co of New Bond Street, Birmingham and produced motorcycles from 1912 until 1926. They exhibited their first machine in 1912, a 293cc petroil-lubricated two-stroke with an Amac carburettor at the rear of the cylinder, a one-piece crankshaft, a connecting rod with split big-end and a deflector piston with belt drive, single speed and sprung forks. Production ceased during WW1, but following the armistice, new models were introduced with single or two-speed variants, and in 1922 a 348cc two-stroke model appeared with a three-speed Burman gearbox and all-chain drive. A change of ownership saw the company using Blackburne and Bradshaw as well as their own engines until their closure in 1926.

This c.1923 Connaught, from a deceased estate, has been part of an enthusiast's small private collection who cherished this rare model for over 25 years, using it lightly in the summer months. However, as he got older, he preferred to use his old cars so the bike sat in his carpeted garage and has not been ridden for over 7 years. Although the V5 says it was first registered in 1932, the number XP9640 was issued in the London area between August 1923 and January 1924. so is possibly still Banbury eligible. It appears to have 2 stroke engine with a Sturmey Archer gearbox and chain drive to the rear wheel, later models had a Burman box, so in reality was probably made around 1921 to 1923. An older restoration to a good standard, it will need recommissioning before use and will be supplied with an old style V5 registration document. A rare opportunity to experience motorcycling as it was over 100 years ago.

For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415 871189