The Classic Motorcycle

Stunning summer sale

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Bonhams’ August sale (what earlier this year we were calling ‘April Stafford’) is set to be immense... despite being a few months behind original schedule!

It will feature a vast array of machines, including the amazingMor­bidelli Collection plus myriad other delights, including several Gold Stars and no less than three vintage cammy Ajays, as well as Vincents galore, ohc Velos and evenaMatch­less V-four,.

In light of current guidelines and relaxingme­asures, Bonhams has announced viewing will be possible but strictly by appointmen­t. All the lots will be on display at Bicester Heritage in Bonhams’ traditiona­l Hangar 113. Social distancing­measures will be in place, with gloves and sanitiser available for those wishing to view motorcycle history files.

Viewing times will be Wednesday, August 12, 1pm to 5pm, Thursday and Friday, August 13-14, 9am to 5pm, then August 15, 9am to 5pm, for lots 501-704 only.

While public viewing is available by appointmen­t, the auction itself will be conducted from a remote saleroom, behind closed doors and without public access, in accordance with the current government guidelines. All bidding will be online, via phone and with absentee bids.

Sale times are Friday, August 14 spares andmemorab­ilia (Lot 1-212) 10am; Saturday, August 15 motorcycle­s (Lot 301-462) 10am and August 16 Motorcycle­s (Morbidelli) (Lot 501-704) 10am.

Details at www.bonhams.com or +44 (0)208 963 2817.

 ??  ?? Just two of the stunning machines offered by Bonhams in August – ex- Manx GP AJS R7 on the left, Matchless V-twin right.
Just two of the stunning machines offered by Bonhams in August – ex- Manx GP AJS R7 on the left, Matchless V-twin right.

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