Sammy and Jim – restorers

This 1913 Sun Precision arrived in our workshop pretty complete but in a very sorry state, as the photos show. Since arriving to us, the Sun has been painstakingly returned to its former glory by Jim Devereux, Sammy’s chief mechanic. Back in 1913, prices ranged from £44 10s 0d for affixed engine model to £53 10s 0d for a three-speed free engine model. The bike was built by Sun and featured a 587cc Frank Baker Precision Engine. Here’s the spec:

■ Single speed

■ Grado Multi Pulley Clutch

■ 1½ Gallon Tank

■ ½ Gallon Oil Tank

■ Lycett saddle

■ Made in Aston, Birmingham