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Silverstone Auctions is Changing its Name

Silverstone Auctions is changing its name, launching private sales and offering no seller’s commission for cars & motorcycles offered at no reserve.

The well-known and highly regarded auction house, Silverstone Auctions, which was started 12 years ago by Nick Whale, British racing driver and former main dealer for a number of prestigious brands, is delighted to announce that it is changing its name – from 9th August 2023 it will be known as Iconic Auctioneers.

Nick Whale, owner of the company, explains the rationale behind the name change: “As strong as a name like Silverstone Auctions is, we feel we have grown to a position where we need a name that is truly ours. This exciting change to Iconic Auctioneers better reflects all we have achieved and the unique and diverse range of our auctions today. When the company first started, we needed an iconic name and venue for our sales, so we leased the name ‘Silverstone’ from the circuit and our auctions launched at the Silverstone Classic. But things have moved on, we now also hold our sales at other prestigious venues and motoring events across the country, so it was time for change.”

The auction house has become the favoured auctioneer for enthusiasts, collectors and investors from around the globe, repeatedly breaking world records at almost every sale. The sale of The Diana, Princess of Wales 1985 Ford Escort RS Turbo S1which sold for £722,500 in 2022 and a 1987 Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500 which sold for £590,500 in February this year, have further cemented the auction house’s international reputation. As part of the rebrand, Rob Hubbard will move from Sales Director to the role of Managing Director, and owner Nick Whale will become Chairman.

Rob Hubbard, the newly appointed Managing Director, says: “We needed a name that retained our level of credibility, but also encompassed all the things that we do, a name to allow us to be an auction house that can appear at any venue, in any country, anywhere in the world – and not only that, sell anything we want to. It’s then we realised, we began at an iconic location, and have grown into an iconic brand, so the name Iconic Auctioneers just felt like a perfect fit.”

For many years the auction house has led from the front with innovative ideas and practices, so it is also delighted to announce that there will be no seller’s commission charged on cars and motorcycles offered at no reserve. In addition, Iconic Auctioneers will also be introducing private sales to their portfolio of services to complement their live event auctions and online platform.

Whilst a new name, no seller’s fees charged on ‘no reserve’ vehicles and the introduction of private sales are exciting changes, buyers and sellers can rest assured that the team remains the same – the same great people, offering the same great service. Rob Hubbard continues “The team are passionate about seeking out the finest cars, motorcycles and collectibles and connecting them with buyers from around the world. We truly value the trusted relationships that we have built with our clients and are excited to be working with them as Iconic Auctioneers. Together, as a team, we aim to grow the company, continue our great partnerships with fantastic motoring events and maintain our premium status.”

Here is a short video from Nick and Rob to introduce Iconic Auctioneers and further explain the rationale behind the name change.

Over the coming week, the company will be rolling out the new brand, with changes to the website, adverts, social media etc to reflect the new name. The first sale as Iconic Auctioneers will be The Classic Sale at Silverstone Festival on the 25th & 26th August – all lots can currently be viewed on the Silverstone Auctions website, which will be switching to iconicauctioneers.com in the next few days. The Auction takes place in Halls 1 & 2 in The Wing at The Silverstone Circuit. Iconic Auctioneers are also taking entries for their following sale, The NEC Classic Motor Show Sale in November. For more information about the company or if you are interested in buying or selling a car, motorcycle or collectible please contact the team on +44 (0) 1926 691 141 or email enquiries@iconicauctioneers.com.

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£1million best-ever Motorcycle sale for Silverstone Auctions

A £1million best-ever Motorcycle sale for Silverstone Auctions this weekend with record crowds and a sale rate of 83%.

Silverstone Auctions is celebrating its best-ever Motorcycle sale, with a sale rate of 83% and total sales of £1million. The Auction took place at a new venue for the company, Shuttleworth Aerodrome in Bedfordshire, where visitors to the sale could also view the collection of rare aircraft in the historic hangars of this working aeronautical and automotive visitor attraction.

Mark Bryan, Motorcycle Manager at Silverstone Auctions said: “It was a truly fantastic sale, our best ever, the venue attracted a large crowd which was great to see and we will definitely return for future sales. Nearly 60% of the bidding came from within the saleroom, but there was also huge interest online and over the telephone both from the UK and overseas. The interest in motorcycle collecting seems to be continuing to grow.”

The sale was significant for featuring the last four MV Agusta motorcycles from the late Alan Elderton Collection, former chairman of the Agusta Owner’s Club of Great Britain. The four bikes made just shy of £200,000.

1973 MV Agusta 750S 743cc – Sold for £85,500

Top lot in the sale was an MV Agusta 750S from the Collection of the late chairman of the MV Agusta Owner’s Club of Great Britain, Alan Elderton, which made £85,500 – well exceeding its estimate.

The totally desirable 750S: A magnificent engine, stunning frame, aggressive stance, swelling curves and a perfect tricolore colour scheme: an all-time classic. When launched the 750S was developed from the 600cc MV Agusta 4C. The engine was expanded to 743cc and fitted with four 24mm Dell’Orto carburettors generating a power output of 65bhp.

This well-known bike has featured in numerous period publications including Biker (2001), Top Gear (2000) and Moto Retro (2000) one of which contains a road test by Roland Brown. (copies were included in the sale lot).

Another top lot from the same Collection was the very rare, unrestored and original 1968 MV Agusta 600 4C. The first road-going four-cylinder from MV Agusta and undoubtedly the rarest. Introduced in 1967, only 135 examples were built with 127 recorded as being sold. This bike sold for £67,500.

1968 MV Agusta 600 4C 592cc – Sold for £67,500

The charity lot, a lipstick red 1949 Harley-Davidson WLC 750cc motorcycle donated to the cancer support charity – Look Good Feel Better – was put up for auction at No Reserve and Silverstone Auctions were delighted to see it achieve £14,625 all of which will be going to the charity.

The bike was donated to the charity by Kiehl’s which is part of the L’Oréal Group. It was on display in Kiehl’s flagship store in Regent Street, London, as part of the Kiehl’s marketing and advertising material until the store closed last year. Earlier this year the Harley was donated to the charity to auction to raise the much-needed funds to provide services to people going through cancer.

Charity Bike, a 1949 Harley-Davidson WLC 750cc – Sold for £14,625

Silverstone Auctions are now inviting entries for their next motorcycle sale which will take place at the NEC Classic Motor Show on Sunday 12th November. This promises to be another great sale with the show attracting thousands of visitors over the weekend. Anyone interested in entering a bike for sale can request a free valuation online at www.silverstoneauctions.com or contact one the motorcycle specialists on +44 (0) 1926 691 141.

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Harley-Davidson Motorbike Donated To Look Good Feel Better Charity

Harley-Davidson Motorbike Donated to ‘Look Good Feel Better’ cancer support charity– for sale with Silverstone Auctions – with ‘No Reserve’.

A 1949 Harley-Davidson WLC 750cc motorbike donated to the cancer support charity –Look Good Feel Better – sponsored in part by the beauty industry – has put the bike up for sale with Silverstone Auctions at ‘No Reserve’.

The bike was donated to the charity by Kiehl’s which is part of the L’Oréal  Group. It was on display in Kiehl’s flagship store in Regent Street, London, as part of the Kiehl’s marketing and advertising material until the store closed last year.  Earlier this year the Harley was donated to the charity to auction to raise the much needed funds to provide services to people going through cancer.

Sarah Lenson, the Operations Manager of Look Good Feel Better says the funds raised will make such a difference.  Look Good Feel Better aims to boost the physical and emotional wellbeing of people living with cancer. It offers a series of face-to-face group sessions and online workshops to help regain their sense of normality, make friends and look good and feel better.  Workshops are run by beauty industry experts and offer practical make-up and skincare tips, as well as advice about changes to skin, eyebrows, eyelashes, hair, nails and body confidence.  Services are free and open to anyone facing cancer. She said: “Our brief is to help them through their cancer journey. It can be very hard for patients but the work we do is the most rewarding of my life.” A sum of £500 will sponsor a workshop and support 10 people going through cancer.

This Harley-Davidson example was once based in Holland, then it was bought by a classic vehicle company called Attington Classics Ltd in Oxfordshire. Kiehl’s then bought it on 5th September 2014.

When Sarah Lenson of the cancer charity saw that a Harley-Davidson motorbike had been donated to the charity she was a little confused about what to do with it and thought eBay might be the best way to sell it, but decided to so some further research.

Sarah contacted Mark Bryan, Motorcycle Manager of Silverstone Auctions, to enquire on the value and Mark made the charity an offer it could not refuse – a no charge deal at auction and a stand at the event.

Mark says of the bike. “It’s a lovely older restored 1939 Harley-Davidson WL 750 in good condition and I thought it would do better at auction in front of an audience of bidders who love and appreciate motorbikes. Plus, as a charity lot Silverstone Auctions will donate 100% of the hammer price to the Look Good Feel Better cancer charity, so we look forward to some keen bidding.”

This motorcycle along with almost 170 other bikes are coming up for sale at Silverstone Auctions Shuttleworth Sale on 30th July and can be viewed online at www.silverstoneauctions.com. Here interested parties can also register to bid, be it online, on the telephone, via a commission bid or live in the room on the day. The Auction takes place at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP on Sunday 30th July, with a viewing day on Saturday 29th July. This promises to be a great event with visitors to the auction able to explore the estates working aeronautical and automotive collection as well as its Regency Swiss Garden and grounds.

Full details of this charity lot can be found here:

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/sa087-lot-20949-1949-harley-davidson-wlc-45

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A Motorcycle From The BBC TV Series ‘Father Brown’ is For Sale

A motorcycle from the BBC TV series ‘Father Brown’ is for sale with Silverstone Auctions.

Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale July 30th

Once in a while an object from a TV series arrives on the auction market and creates a stir – that is exactly what is happening with this great 1954 BSA A10 Golden Flash featured in the BBC Father Brown episode ‘Wheels of Wrath’ starring Mark Williams. The TV series was loosely based on the Father Brown short stories by G. K. Chesterton.

1954 BSA A10 Golden Flash 646cc – £3,000 – £4,000

The Gold Flash was the first bike produced within the new BSA A10 model range and was in production from 1950 to 1963. Painted in gold for the USA market, hence the name, and black for the UK. It was capable of over 100mph and managed the standing quarter-mile in under 16 seconds.

Set in the 1950s, Father Brown’s character was a Roman Catholic priest based in the fictional village of Kembleford in the Cotswolds, who used his distinctive skills to solve various crimes.

In the episode ‘Wheels of Wrath’ a motorbike gang, the Ton Up’s arrive in Kembleford and one of the gang, Roger Norton, seems to be on a pilgrimage, lighting a candle in St Mary’s. When he is killed by barbed wire strung across the road Father Brown investigates, wishing to know why Roger Norton had lit a candle in church. With sergeant Goodfellow’s help he discovers that Turner and Norton were involved in the death of a young girl.

The bike is a charming reminder of a gentler time when skulduggery was something a village priest might become involved in solving. Presented in mostly original condition with great patina.

This motorcycle along with over 100 other bikes coming up for sale at Silverstone Auctions Shuttleworth Sale on 30th July, can be viewed online at www.silverstoneauctions.com . Here interested parties can also register to bid be it online, on the telephone, via a commission bid or live in the room on the day. The Auction takes place at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP on Sunday 30th July, with a viewing day on Saturday 29th July. This promises to be a great event with visitors to the auction able to explore the estates working aeronautical and automotive collection as well as its Regency Swiss Garden and grounds.

Full lot details can be found here:

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/sa087-lot-20808-1954-bsa-a10-golden-flash-646cc

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Last Four MV’s From The Collection Owned By The Late Chairman of The Owners Club

Last four cherished MV Agustas from the motorbike collection owned by the late chairman of the MV Agusta Owners Club of Great Britain, Alan Elderton, leads Silverstone Auctions Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale on July 30th.

This stunning £140,000 – £165,000 Collection includes a showpiece MV Agusta 750S featured in many magazines and a MV Agusta 125cc production racer which saw action with Norman Webb at the Isle of Man TT and the increasingly rare MV Agusta 600 Tourer.

SEE ALL DETAILS ON THE FOUR BIKES IN CATALOGUE NOTE LINKS BELOW

When speaking of MV Agustas superlatives are commonplace, but when viewing this collection of four beauties, put together by Alan Elderton, the late chairman of the MV Agusta Owners Club of Great Britain, including race and road bikes, one is almost lost for words. These uniquely stunning motorcycles, kept for the last 14 years by his widow Kaye, are the last and most cherished bikes of his incredible collection – each one is an important part of the Agusta story.

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions, comments: “This collection provides true fans of the MV Agusta marque with an unrepeatable opportunity to own one of the best of their kind. Alan Elderton was an Agusta connoisseur and a distinguished figure in the Agusta world.”

This not to be missed quad of motorcycles – the Alan Elderton Collection, will be presented at The Silverstone Auctions Shuttleworth Sale, Old Warden Park, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP on 30th July, with a viewing day on the 29th July. More details on the motorcycles can be found on the Silverstone Auctions website www.silverstoneauctions.com or by calling motorcycle specialist Mark Bryan on +44 (0) 07958 107974.

Silverstone Auctions is inviting further entries for the Shuttleworth Sale, with the catalogue closing on the 30th June. Visitors to the auction will also be able to explore the estates working aeronautical and automotive museum as well as its Regency Swiss Garden and grounds.

The Agusta brand is an Italian legend. MV Agusta produced their first prototype, called “98”, in 1945 and in 1948, the company built a 125cc two-stroke single to participate in the Italian Grand Prix in Monza. It won and this launched the legend. MV Agusta went on to dominate Grand Prix racing, winning 17 consecutive 500cc world championships. In 2008 Harley-Davidson bought MV Agusta for $109 million. When we talk speed MV Agusta is up there. The MV Agusta F4 1000 topped 186mph.

More about the four Motorcycles

MV Agusta 750S – Guided at £60,000-£70,000

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/sa087-lot-20767-1973-mv-agusta-750s-743cc?el=20767&pn=1&pp=100

MV Agusta 600 Tourer – Guided at £45,000-£50,000

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/sa087-lot-20768-1968-mv-agusta-4c-tourer-592cc?el=20768&pn=1&pp=100

MV Agusta Monoalbero – Guided at £25,000 -£30,000

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/1953-mv-agusta-125-monoalbero-rec12558-3-shuttle-0723?el=20769&pn=1&pp=100

MV Agusta CSS Disco Volante – Guided at £10,000-£15,000

https://www.silverstoneauctions.com/1955-mv-agusta-css-disco-volante-rec12558-4-shuttle-0723?el=20770&pn=1&pp=100
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Collection of Three ‘Brand New’ Old Ducati’s

Collection of three ‘Brand New’ old Ducati’s with just 3 ‘Push’ Miles for sale at Silverstone Auctions with echoes of Carl Fogarty, Ayrton Senna & Borgo Panigale.

Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale July 30th.

1998 Ducati 916 Carl Foggarty Replica 996cc – £70,000 -£80,000
The next Silverstone Auctions motorcycle sale at Shuttleworth is without a shadow of a doubt what you might call an Italian job – Italy’s best bikes lead the pack, three Ducatis all with just three push miles. The three bikes are part of a private collection and have been stored in an air-conditioned facility for last few years.

This number 001 Carl Foggarty replica, previously owned by Ducati, was on display in their Bologna museum, Number 001 of the 202 built, Carl Foggarty was given 002! Brand new, never used and unregistered it comes to auction with just three push miles, complete with its cover, book pack, standard exhausts, plaque, both keys and paddock stand as pictured. Also included are the original sponsors decals as they were only fitted to one side of the lower fairing when it was on display in the Ducati museum. Guided at £70,000- £80,000.

Ducati is a marque that is much loved by celebrities and has been called the Ferrari of the bike world. Closely associated with racing and race success it is hardly surprising that the brand is so sought after by those who truly love motorbikes and raw speed.

1995 Ducati 916 Senna 1 916cc £40,000 – £50,000
The Senna-inspired 916 introduced after his death in 1994 with profits going to the Insituto Ayrton Senna charity. ” Of all the Senna-badged Ducatis, the first edition 916 Senna is the most collectable,” says Mark Bryan, Motorcycle Manager at Silverstone Auctions.

This unregistered, unused bike is number 042 of only 300 made and showing just three ‘push’ miles. Complete with its original cover, paddock stand, both keys and book pack it is a great piece of Ducati and Senna collectable history, guided at £40,000 – £50,000.

2012 Ducati Panigale 1199S Tricolore 1199cc £15,000 – £20,000
Introduced in 2011 and, with 195bhp, the Ducati Panigale was the most powerful, twin-cylinder, production bike at the time, it was named after Borgo Panigale, a district of Bologna in Northern Italy.

Produced up until 2015 and was replaced by the 1299. This example is brand new, unused and is showing just three ‘push’ miles. It comes complete with its original exhaust, both keys, rear seat, map chip, book pack, Panigale book, grab rail, tool kit and stand.

Silverstone Auctions is now inviting entries for its next motorcycle auction at Shuttleworth, Old Warden Park, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EP on 30th July, with a viewing day on the 29th July. This promises to be a great event with visitors to the auction able to explore the estates working aeronautical and automotive collection as well as its Regency Swiss Garden and grounds. www.silverstoneauctions.com .

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Jools Holland’s 1959 Velocette Venom 500cc For Sale With Silverstone Auctions

The Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale 30th July 

While it is not exactly going for a song, this celebrity bike is a bargain at an estimate of £5,000 to £7,000 says Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions who are selling it at the Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale on July 30th in Bedfordshire.

Jools Holland owned the 1959 Velocette Venom 500cc for 25 years from 1988 to 2013 and it was used by him over the years at numerous events. It is a well-known bike and featured in the Rod Burris book ‘Velocette Motorcycles’.

Built by Velocette as a BSA Gold Star competitor it was one of their best-selling machines. The bike has a 500cc OHV, air-cooled, 34bhp, single-cylinder engine and 4-speed gearbox. It appears to be an older restoration and currently fitted with Rodark panniers.

Some 5,721 of these bikes were produced between 1955 and 1970. In 1961 a factory-prepared Velocette Venom and a team of riders set the 24-hour world record at a speed of 100.05 mph in France. It was the first motorcycle to average over 100 mph continuously for 24 hours.

The bike has not been used for the last few years so may require some recommissioning before road use but the engine turns freely with good compression.

It was bought from Holland by its current owner and comes to auction complete with a handwritten receipt from Jools Holland and a framed photo of Jools Holland sitting on the bike included in the sale.

Jools Holland is a much-loved figure in the British music scene. He is a composer, pianist, bandleader, and broadcaster as well as an enthusiastic motorcyclist. He was awarded an OBE in 2003 for his services to the British music industry.

He was an original member of the band Squeeze and has worked with many artists. From 1982 until 1987, he co-presented the Channel 4 music programme The Tube. Since 1992, he has hosted ‘Later… with Jools Holland’, a music-based show aired on BBC2. Holland is a published author and appears on television shows besides his own.

This motorcycle, along with over 100 other bikes will be coming up for auction at the Silverstone Auctions Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EA on Sunday 30th July. You can view all the motorcycles at this sale online at www.silverstoneauctions.com or in person at the venue on Saturday 29th July. For more information or to speak to a Silverstone Auctions motorcycle specialists about entering or buying a bike please call +44 (0) 1926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com

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Silverstone Motorcycle sale tops £600,000

Silverstone Motorcycle sale tops £600,000 with 74% sold Along with A New UK Auction record for a Kawasaki GPZ1000RX at the Devitt MCN Festival of motorcycling May 14th.

Lot 338 Kawasaki GPZ1000RX sold for £6,862, doubling its auction estimate.
The Silverstone Auction sale at Peterborough this weekend saw some amazing results on some fabulous bikes.

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Motorcycle Department, said of the sale results: “The eclectic mix of modern, vintage and competition bikes helped draw a big crowd on sale day which resulted in some great results. There is a continuing trend towards more modern classics performing well at auction”

In the very well attended show and auction some 60% of sales were in the room, 14% on the telephone and the remainder online.
Lot 338 1987 Kawasaki GPZ1000RX made £6,862, double its estimate. Built as the replacement for the GPZ900R but only produced for three years before being succeeded by the all-conquering ZZ-R1100 in 1990.

This UK-registered from new example had a mere 7,700 miles and has had the same owner since 1988 with service history and old MOTs available. Fabulous condition, almost ‘showroom fresh’.

Lot 372 sold for £33,314, well over its lower estimate
The fabulous Confederate Hellcat was a dramatically presented, over-engineered motorcycle with the power and style to offer a truly one-off riding experience. Less than ten of these machines were hand-built in Alabama in 2014. This example was one of two to reach the UK.

Designed by Pierre Terblanche whose name is on several popular Ducati models including the 888 and Supermono. The ‘no expense spared’ build of this bike utilised only custom components (full carbon wheelset with a 240 Metzler rear tyre and CNC’d billet aluminium components throughout).

Other hardware includes 4-pot Beringher callipers and Marzocchi forks. The 121bhp, 2,163cc V-twin is held within an aircraft-grade 6061 aluminium crankcase mated to a drag-racing, 5-speed transmission.

The odometer displayed just 100 miles and it was owned and kept as a display piece for the last year and only used on occasion. The bike was presented as ready-to-go for its next owner.

1982 Ex-Donny Robinson Ulster GP-winning Spondon Rotax 250cc Race Bike. Guide Price: £4,000 – £6,000 sold for £7,312
The 1982 Spondon Rotax 250cc race bike sold for £7,312, a notable price for this bike. This fabulous bike was from the collection of the late Liam Quinn, the Ulster GP winner, owned at the time by Mal Carter from Pharaoh Racing and loaned to Donny, who went on to take first place in the Ulster GP.

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Late Liam Quinn’s Competition Motorcycle Collection Heads to The MCN Festival

Some of the late Liam Quinn’s competition motorcycle collection heads to The MCN Festival with Silverstone Auctions on May 14th.

Motorcycles raced by John Crawford, Guy Martin, Donny Robinson, Darren Lindsay & Richard Britton

The late Liam Quinn, a motorbike racer, sponsor and team owner was passionate about his Irish road racing and the bikes that made his name a legend.

His family have decided now to sell some of his personal collection with Silverstone Auctions at this years MCN Festival of Motorcycling in Peterborough on 14th May.

His bikes are among the stars of a galaxy of motor race bikes offering a feast of choice to both collectors and those seeking a bike to use themselves at track days and parades.

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions, comments: “Every now and again you get the opportunity to buy a race bike with some great history, but not very often do you get the chance to pick from a collection like this with such truly amazing Irish road racing provenance, it’s a great collection and would be good to see some of these bikes back on track in the future.”

c.2001 Suzuki GSXR1000 Race Bike 1,000cc Ex-Guy Martin Suzuki factory GSXR1000 Super Stock race bike. GUIDE PRICE: £5,000 – £10,000.

The Motorcycles to be sold include this factory Suzuki GSXR1000 Super Stock race bike (above) used by Guy Martin and was his first race bike in Northern Ireland.  This example was purchased from David Crawford and raced by John Crawford, Martin Finnegan and Guy Martin and is still in its Team Racing livery.

1982 Spondon Rotax 250 Race Bike 250cc Ex-Donny Robinson, Ulster GP-winning bike. Guide Price: £4,000 – £6,000

Another from the collection is the late Donny Robinson Ulster GP winning Spondon Rotax 250cc. Owned at the time by Mal Carter from Pharaoh Racing and loaned to Donny, who went on to take first place in the Ulster GP.

c.1995 Honda RS250RF Race Bike 250cc Ex-Sandown Honda RS250RF, a piece of Northern Ireland’s road-racing history. GUIDE PRICE: £15,000 – £20,000

An even more notable bike is the late Darren Lindsay and the late Richard Britton ridden 1990’s Honda RS250RF that has been restored to its former Sandown Honda colours, raced in period in Northern Ireland and the Isle of Man TT. This motorcycle provides a great opportunity to add some Northern Ireland road racing history to your bike collection.

These three motorcycles, along with over 152 other bikes will be coming up for auction at the Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling Sale at the East of England Arena, Peterborough on Sunday 14th May. You can view all the motorcycles at this sale online at www.silverstoneauctions.com or in person at the show on the auctions viewing day on Saturday 13th May. Now is the time to register to bid, which can also be done online. Bidding is available in person at the show, or online, telephone or via a commission bid. For more information or to speak to a Silverstone Auctions motorcycle specialists call +44 (0) 1926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com.

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The Josh Brookes Factory Ducati Panigale V4R For Sale With Silverstone Auctions

The Josh Brookes Factory MCE Ducati Panigale V4R from the 2022 British Superbike Championship and NW200 – now for sale with Silverstone Auctions On May 14th at The Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling.

This spectacular MCE Ducati pictured at Cadwell Park during the 2022 British Superbike Championship, is now for sale with Silverstone Auctions on May 14th at the MCN Festival in Peterborough with an estimate of between £60,000 – £80,000.

Australian born 2 times British Superbike champion, Josh Brookes’s 2022 MCE Ducati Panigale V4R is a late entry into the forthcoming MCN Festival auction.

The bike finished 14th overall last year with a highest placed 4th at Oulton Park during 2022.

Factory machine spec highlights as follows:-

  • This 4-stroke, 235bhp, V4 is capable of a speed of 315km/h
  • Liquid cooled and fitted with its correct Motec M170 electronic ignition-injection system, Akrapovič titanium exhaust, Öhlins front and rear suspension and Brembo brakes.
  • Also fitted with its factory supplied and numbered upgrade components.

Mark Bryan, Silverstone Auctions Motorcycle Manager says: “What an opportunity to purchase a piece of BSB history! These race bikes rarely come up for sale and this is a fabulous opportunity to both collectors and alike”

This motorcycle, along with over 155 other bikes will be coming up for auction at the Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling Sale at the East of England Arena, Peterborough on the 14th May. You can view all the motorcycles at this sale online at www.silverstoneauctions.com or in person at the show on the auctions viewing day on Saturday 13th May. Now is the time to register to bid, which can also be done online. For more information or to speak to a Silverstone Auctions motorcycle specialists call +44 (0) 1926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com.

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One of just six survivors, Super rare pre-production 1977 Honda CBX

Collectors item: One of just six survivors, Super rare pre-production ‘Sandcast engine’, 1977 Honda CBX £25,000 – £35,000 – ready to go at Silverstone Auctions at Devitt MCN Festival, May 14, East of England Arena, Peterborough.

This remarkable piece of motorcycle history, hand built by Honda in 1977 with a rare sandcast engine, made prior to the launch of the then new CBX model with matching engine and frame numbers comes to the market for an estimate of £25,000 to £35,000 with Silverstone Auctions on May 14. The lucky bidder who wins this bike will have a showpiece for their collection.

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions Bike Division, says: “I’ve been involved with pre-production bikes in the past and they always attract the interest of serious collectors, but this CBX example is probably the rarest I’ve dealt with.”

In 1978 Bike Magazine summed this beautiful machine up when it wrote: “The CBX was quite simply a marvellous revelation which has genuinely elevated the status of motorcycling. Few people will be able to afford to run one, but then the best is never cheap. Above all, such a motorcycle should not be condemned because it’s an excess.”

Some 41 examples were scheduled to be built, actual numbers vary as not all were assembled and only six examples are known to still exist with most of these being in either museums or private hands all over the world.

The engines on the pre-production models were “sandcast” development units and never meant to fall into private hands. Just three of the “sandcast” engines survived, two belong to Honda and the other remains in this bike.

This example was originally sent to Belgium for promotional and development reasons and remained there up until recently. Now UK registered and sympathetically restored to running order and fitted now with its correct 240kph speedo.

Complete with Honda dating letter and certificate of authenticity, this is a super rare piece of Honda history and a must for any serious Honda collector.

Weighing around 550lbs and with 105bhp on tap, the CBX was good for over 130mph and did the standing quarter-mile in around 12 seconds. Its performance and its sheer ‘presence’ on the road makes it a head turner wherever it goes. Few bikes can match it for charisma, design appeal and, above all, that sound!

This motorcycle, along with over 140 other bikes will be coming up for auction at the Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling Sale at the East of England Arena, Peterborough on the 14th May. You can view all the motorcycles at this sale online at www.silverstoneauctions.com or in person at the show on the auctions viewing day on Saturday 13th May. Now is the time to register to bid, which can also be done online. For more information or to speak to a Silverstone Auctions motorcycle specialists call +44 (0) 1926 691 141 or email enquiries@silverstoneauctions.com.

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One of the Greatest Bike Racers, Ron Haslam’s Kit Bike Gift From Cagiva

One of the greatest Bike Racers, Ron Haslam’s Kit Bike gift from Cagiva sold to fund his son, Leon’s early racing career is now for sale with Silverstone Auctions at the

MCN London Motorcycle Show Feb 18th

This Ducati 851S Kit bike was presented to Ron Haslam in 1989 by Cagiva. It is estimated to sell for £40,000 – £50,000. The 851S ‘Kit bike’ represented the advent of the 4-valve, liquid-cooled, fuel injected race bikes from the late 1980s.

Ronald Haslam (born 22 June 1956) is an English former Grand Prix motorcycle road racer who had been racing for over thirty years, winning two World titles, four British championships and having ridden in almost 110 GPs.  He earned a reputation as one of the greatest riders in the history of the Isle of Man TT, one of the most dangerous and difficult races in the world, and it is considered the ultimate test for any motorcycle rider.

One bike was given to each the 1990 Cagiva ‘Works’ riders Ron Haslam, Randy Mamola and Marco Lucchinelli.

This bike has never been used and is in original and unrestored condition. It comes complete with all the original bagged-up spares including exhausts, gaskets, valves, spark plugs. Other original items included are a workshop manual, factory bulletins, parts list and factory paddock stand. Paperwork included includes Customs & Excise 386 form made out to Ron Haslam for the outstanding VAT paid on import. It is not UK-registered and will require some recommissioning before use.

This 1988 Ducati 851S Kit Bike Tricolore 888cc bike represents a great opportunity to own an important part of UK motorcycle racing history.

Mark Bryan, Motorcycle Manager, Silverstone Auctions, comments: “On the open market for the first time in a long time, this bike represents a fabulous opportunity to invest in one the first Super Bikes that Ducati built with its great Ron Haslam provenance.”

More information about this motorcycles along with over 150 or so other motorcycles that will be coming up for sale with Silverstone Auctions at the MCN London Motorcycle Show Sale on the 18th February can be found on their website www.silverstoneauctions.com. Here you can also find details of how to get a free valuation or submit your bike for sale.

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15 of The Best And Rarest Ducati Motorcycles Come to Sale With Silverstone Auctions

15 of the best and rarest Ducati motorcycles come to sale with Silverstone Auctions Saturday 18th February at the MCN London Motorcycle Show.

1988 Ducati 851S Kit Bike Tricolour 888cc
The next Silverstone motorcycle sale offers a fabulous group of 15 Ducatis – some of the very best and rarest machines seen for some time. The four machines below provide just a taste of what is in store for visitors to this auction, with 120 bikes in the auction.

This Ducati 851S Kit bike was presented to Ron Haslam in 1989 by Cagiva. It is estimated to sell for £40,000 – £50,000. The 851S ‘Kit bike’ represented the advent of the 4-valve, liquid-cooled, fuel injected race bikes from the late 1980s.
One bike was given to each the 1990 Cagiva ‘Works’ riders Ron Haslam, Randy Mamola and Marco Lucchinelli. This bike has never been used and is in original and unrestored condition.

It comes complete with all the original bagged-up spares including exhausts, gaskets, valves, spark plugs. Other original items included are a workshop manual, factory bulletins, parts list and factory paddock stand. Paperwork included includes Customs & Excise 386 form made out to Ron Haslam for the outstanding VAT paid on import. It is not UK-registered and will require some recommissioning before use.

This bike represents a great opportunity to own an important part of UK motorcycle racing history.

1994 Ducati 888 Corse 926cc £40,000 – £50,000
Factory-built Ducati 888 926cc Corse race bike, one of only 26 examples of this model built in period, it comes complete with a Ducati Letter of Authenticity.

It has been a part of the same collection for over 20 years and is in an unused condition and still has the original battery fitted. It will require recommissioning before use.

A very rare, period marketing brochure included it will make a great addition to any serious Ducati collection.

1995 Ducati Senna 1 916cc – £35,000 -£40,000
This ‘Time-warp’ Ducati 916 Senna 1 showing only 519 miles was inspired and introduced after Senna’s death in 1995 with profits going to the Insituto Ayrton Senna charity.

Of all the Senna badged Ducatis, the 916 Senna 1 is the most collectable. It is in original condition and showing only 836km (519 miles) recorded. It has been part of a private collection and stored indoors for the last few years. Complete with original manuals, both keys, original exhaust, microchip, paddock stand, original marketing material and service receipts. As an Italian import it comes complete with Italian registration papers and current NOVA. In running order and a great addition to any serious Ducati collection.

2000 DUCATI 996
And then there is this beauty – a 2000 Ducati 996 with just seven miles on the clock! It is estimated to sell for £12,000 to £14,000.

The Ducati 996 followed on from the glorious 916 before being replaced by the much loved 998. Ducati have produced motorcycles that leave a distinguished legacy. They are as much loved and sought after now as they were when they first appeared.The Ducati 996 played a big part in the marque’s story.

Rowan Huntley of Silverstone Auctions, comments: “This is an exceptional opportunity to own a completely unused 996, still on its original tyres with only delivery miles. It is truly amazing how this bike has been kept unused since 2000. Finding low mileage bikes always surprises me, this being no exception as it looks like its been ridden straight out of a time machine.”

More information about these motorcycles along with over 120 or so other motorcycles that will be coming up for sale with Silverstone Auctions at the MCN London Motorcycle Show Sale on the 18th February can be found on their website www.silverstoneauctions.com. Here you can also find details of how to get a free valuation or submit your bike for sale.

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A Brace Of James Bond Bikes To Shake & Stir You At Silverstone Auctions

A brace of James Bond bikes to shake & stir you at Silverstone auctions February 18th London Motorbike Show.

2022 Triumph Tiger 900 Bond Edition 888cc
The next Silverstone Auctions Motorcycle sale includes two bikes with links to James Bond – a 2022 Triumph Tiger and a 2020 Triumph ‘Bond Edition’ 1200 XS Scrambler 130/250. If you are a bike enthusiast who loves the world of secret agent James Bond 007, then attending this sale is a must.

The 2022 Triumph Tiger bike is number 146 of 250 Triumph Tiger 900 ‘Bond Editions’ with only six delivery miles on the clock. It is estimated to sell for £23,000 to £25,000.

It was created to celebrate Triumph’s partnership with the Bond franchise and limited to only 250 bikes worldwide. It featured extensively in the most recent Bond film “No Time To Die”.

The bike is based on the market-leading Triumph Tiger 900 Rally Pro. This delivery-mileage example comes complete with its original book pack, two keys and optional off-road tyres. It shows only six (6) recorded miles and is UK-registered with a V5C.

Rowan Huntley of Silverstone Auctions, comments:”If this is not a future classic, we don’t know what is.”

2020 Triumph ‘Bond Edition’ 1200 XS Scrambler 130/250
Manufactured to celebrate the release of ‘No Time to Die’ it has a guide price of £20,000 – £25,000 and has just 78 miles and is in ‘as new’ condition.

A one owner Triumph 1200 XS Scrambler – Bond Edition 130/250 – it was manufactured to celebrate the release of ‘No Time to Die’.

Supplied by Bridge Motorcycles, Exeter in September 2020 it comes in the distinctive 007 paint scheme with blacked-out finishes, including black anodized rear and high-level front mudguard, black forks, engine badges with gold accents, black powder-coated swingarm and sprocket cover, plus black anodized grab rail, sump guard and infills.

It has a leather seat with embroidered logo. Bond TFT instrument start-up screen. Supplied with the ‘Bond’ handover pack and Certificate of Authenticity signed by Nick Bloor, CEO of Triumph Motorcycles. A true collector’s item for Triumph and Bond fans alike.

The registration number shown in the images has been retained and ‘BC 70 TVZ’ has now been issued.

More information about these two motorcycles along with over 120 or so other motorcycles that will be coming up for sale with Silverstone Auctions at the MCN London Motorcycle Show Sale on the 18th February can be found on their website www.silverstoneauctions.com. Here you can also find details of how to get a free valuation or submit your bike for sale.

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Maria Costello Silverstone Auctions Motorcycle Ambassador

Maria Costello Goodwood Festival of Speed 2019

Bravery on a bike: Silverstone Auctions logo is flying alongside Maria Costello the company’s motorcycle ambassador

Maria Costello MBE, Motorcycle Ambassador to Silverstone Auctions, is being sponsored by the auction house for her for her 2022 race season. The Silverstone logo will appear on her bike and her sidecar.

Nick Whale, Chairman of Silverstone Auctions says: “We are delighted to have Maria as our Motorcycle Ambassador, as she is a legend, a remarkable woman who has carved a place for herself in a sport still largely dominated by men. She is leading the way and opening the door for many more women to enter the sport. And she is doing it with such style!”

The British racer from Spratton in Northamptonshire held the Guiness World Record for “Fastest Woman To Lap the Isle of Man TT Course. She got that by clocking an average speed of 114.73 miles per hour. She was also the first woman to take the podium at the Manx Grand Prix at Isle of Man and she races vintage and side car.

In November of 2009, Costello was presented with an MBE—’Member of the Order of the British Empire’—for her ‘services to motorcycling. Costello described receiving the honour as, “a good moment for the sport, and for women in motorcycling,” and added that, “it was special for my family too – they’d been wondering what on earth I had been playing at all these years!” This November she’ll be handed the ‘chain of office’ at the TTRA’s annual luncheon in Birmingham.

Off the track, Costello has also done much to encourage women in the sport. She started Woman on a Motorcycle, one of the first Facebook groups that encouraged fellow female riders to swap stories and gear, make plans to ride together, and organize all-female track days. Additionally, Costello was invited to join the Commission for Women in Motorcycling, a branch of FIM—the Federation of International Motorcycling.

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Motorcycle Delivery Van That Failed To Deliver

Motorcycle delivery van that failed to deliver for its designers for sale with Silverstone auctions on may 14th.

“Probably the most interesting bike I’ve ever dealt with, I love it.” Mark Bryan, Silverstone Auctions

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions on the By Van, a short-lived experiment in deliveries

Featured on American Pickers, the cult reality TV show, this Turner By-Van was launched by the Turner Manufacturing Company in the late 1940s under the new “Light Delivery Vehicles” banner as an alternative to a van for smaller businesses and sole traders. It is now for sale with ‘No Reserve’ at Silverstone Auctions on May14th at The Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling.

Mark Bryan of Silverstone Auctions says: “The engine turns with compression but will need restoring or recommissioning. But as it is being auctioned at ‘No Reserve’ it could provide one of the biggest surprises in the sale. Probably the most interesting bike I’ve ever dealt with, I love it”

The machine is powered by a Turner Tiger 168cc two-stroke engine driving the front wheel via a two-speed gearbox. But not every idea is commercially viable and this one joined many other clever ideas in the dustbin of automotive history, making it today one of the most collectible of motorcycling items.

1950 Turner By-Van 168cc – No Reserve – 20 recorded miles
Sold at a price of £120 in the 1950s with a claimed 30mph, it never really took off and subsequently production ceased with only a handful produced. This example appears to have never been registered and shows just 20 recorded miles. It has been in the same family ownership for the last 40 years and is in original and unrestored condition.

The American Pickers show follows antique and collectible ‘pickers’ Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz, who travel around the United States and abroad, now and then, to buy or “pick” various items for resale, for clients, or for their personal collections. This very rare By-Van was featured on an episode of the show where Mike and Frank on the hunt here in the UK, tried to buy it.

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Silverstone Auctions Find Rare By-Van

Silverstone Auctions is to offer a rare and curious By-Van in their next stand-alone auction of Classic Motorcycles. This recently discovered house clearance gem was launched by the Turner Manufacturing Company in the late 1940s under the new ‘Light Delivery Vehicles’ banner, as an alternative to a van for smaller businesses and sole traders. The By-Van is powered by a Turner Tiger 168cc two-stroke engine driving the front wheel via a three-speed gearbox and can reach highs of 30mph.

Despite being an ingenious space-saving invention capable of carrying a load of up to 1.5cwt, the ‘speedy mechanical errand boy’ concept was slow to take off and so very few were produced, making this an extremely rare, if not unique, opportunity to acquire a piece of Midlands automotive history.

The example soon to be offered by Silverstone Auctions has been in the same family ownership for 40 years, is in original unrestored condition, appears never to have been registered and shows only 20 recorded miles.

However, it is not the first time this By-Van has seen the light of day in recent years, as the team from Antique Archelogy, who feature on The History Channel’s ‘American Pickers’ show, tried and failed to buy the vehicle back in 2015 from its late owner. Despite being offered a high price, the owner couldn’t bear to part with it. The show footage can be seen in full on YouTube.

Silverstone Auctions is the official auction partner of Devitt MCN Festival of Motorcycling which takes place at the East of England Showground, Peterborough on 14th and 15th May. The rare By-Van is amongst 50 other Classic Motorcycles already been consigned for sale on 14th May at what is certain to be an action-packed event featuring bike displays, stunt shows, racing and of course, new for 2022; the auction.

Parties interested in consigning for the auction or registering to bid should visit www.silverstoneauctions.com or call 01926 691141.

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London Motorcycle Show Bounces Back With Bumper Weekend

Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show bounces back with bumper weekend.

After a one-year hiatus, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show roared back into the capital with a bumper weekend of two-wheel action. Featuring exclusive machines from 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle brands, a unique tribute to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, and edge-of-your-seat live-action racing, tens of thousands of bike fans flocked to ExCeL London to kick-start the biking season.

As always, the biggest attraction for the 31,814 fans who attended across the three days was the abundance of exotica on display from the 21 manufacturers exhibiting at the show. Artisan Electric, BMW, Can-AM, CCM, Ducati, Honda, Indian Motorcycle, Kawasaki, KTM, Langen Motorcycles, Lexmoto, Macrais, Maeving, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Talaria UK, Triumph, Ural Motorcycles, Yamaha, Voge UK and Yadea were all showcasing the latest 2022 machines.

Many manufacturers also used the show to unveil a host of special machines to the public. BMW brought the BMW Concept CE 02 and Vision AMBY machines, the first time they were seen publicly in the UK, while Ducati unveiled the DesertX, which was seen for the first time in Europe outside of Italy. Kawasaki used the Show and the London backdrop to launch the official FS-3 Racing British Superbike Championship livery, while the all-new Gas Monkey Garage FHO Racing BMW that Peter Hickman will use at the 2022 Isle of Man TT was also on display. Suzuki brought seven rare world championship-winning machines, including Barry Sheene’s XR14s, Kevin Schwantz’s RGV500 and Joan Mir’s 2020 MotoGP winning GSX-RR, while Yamaha showcased the 2021 title-winning machines of MotoGP star Fabio Quartararo, World Superbike ace Toprak Razgatlioğlu and British Superbike hero Tarran Mackenzie.

Alongside launching his TT machine, Peter Hickman spent the weekend going head-to-head with fellow TT icon John McGuinness in a series of live-action races. Battling to be crowned MCN’s ‘King of the Road,’ the duo also had to beat a host of other riders, including Dominic Herbertson, Tim and Tom Neave, Chrissy Rouse, Danny Webb, and Charlie Nesbitt.

Race fans were also able to see a stunning tribute to MotoGP icon Valentino Rossi. Having spent 26 years competing at the highest levels of motorcycle racing, the Italian star finally hung up his leathers. To celebrate a monumental career, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show flew in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 alongside his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.

For those visitors looking for a trip down memory lane, Silverstone Auctions had 100 rare bikes under the hammer, generating over £700,000 in sales with over 80% of machines being sold. The auction achieved a world record sale price for a Honda CB400 1978 F2 model which went for £15,950.

The Adventure Zone – sponsored by Spada also kept visitors enthralled with a host of chats from some intrepid explorers, including Bruce Smart, Ben King, Robert Hughes, Vanessa Ruck, Nick Sanders, Jack Groves, Michael Guy, Chris Donaldson, Simon Weir, Alex Navarette, Fern Hume, The Sidecar Guys, Tiffany Coates, John Small, Timothy Angus, Nathan Millward and Henry Crew. For custom bike fans, the Built Custom Bike Zone – styled by SPIDI saw a jaw-dropping display of custom bikes on show from some of Europe’s most exciting builders.

Summing up a fantastic weekend, Rebecca Donohue, Head of Marketing at Carole Nash added “The Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show is a key event in the motorcycling calendar, and it is so encouraging to see the biking industry get a real boost from this show. Our Six Wheel Insurance giveaway was a real success on the MCN stand. We believe bikers make safer drivers and our Six Wheel policy demonstrates that with competitive car premiums, one renewal date, less paperwork and hassle.”

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London’s Calling For The Nations Bikers

The Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show kicks off this Friday at London’s ExCeL Centre, celebrating all things two-wheeled.
Alongside 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle brands showcasing the latest in new metal, the Show will also be hosting a special tribute to MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi, featuring bar-to-bar live-action racing, a unique classic auction by Silverstone Auctions and a host of stunning customs from Built Magazine.
For the first time since 2020, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show returns to London’s ExCeL Centre for a three day biking extravaganza. Seen as the kick-start to the riding season, the 2022 event is set to be a spectacular weekend that offers something for the entire family.
One of the biggest attractions will be seeing the latest 2022 models from 21 of the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers, including Artisan Electric, BMW, Can-AM, CCM, Ducati, Honda, Indian Motorcycle, Kawasaki, KTM, Langen Motorcycles, Lexmoto, Macrais, Maeving, Royal Enfield, Suzuki, Talaria UK, Triumph, Ural Motorcycles, Yamaha, Voge UK and Yadea. Must-see attractions for many attendees will be the Ducati DesertX, which will be seen for the first time in Europe outside of Italy, and the BMW Concept CE 02 and Vision AMBY, which will be the first time they’re seen publicly in the UK.
After 26 seasons entertaining millions of fans around the world, MotoGP icon Valentino Rossi retired at the end of last season. To celebrate the legend, the 2022 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will also be hosting a special tribute to him, flying in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 alongside his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.
Race fans will also be able to see a jaw-dropping collection of seven world championship-winning machines on the Suzuki stand. This includes the likes of Barry Sheene’s XR14s, Kevin Schwantz’s RGV500 and Joan Mir’s 2020 MotoGP winning GSX-RR.
Returning for this year will be the ever-popular live-action racing, which will see road racing legends John McGuinness and Peter Hickman go head-to-head as they battle to be crowned the ‘MCN King of the Roads’. Joining the duo will be some of the UK’s brightest talent, including former GP rider Danny Webb, TT rider Dom Herbertson and National Superstock Champions Chrissy Rouse and Tom Neave. Taking over the centre of the show, the free races are bar-to-bar action that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats. For customers looking to get closer to the action, the VIP paddock pass gives entry to the whole show, a grandstand view of a race of their choice, a meet and greet with McGuinness, Hickman and the other competitors, as well as a unique celebratory magazine dedicated to Valentino Rossi.
The Friday has been nicknamed ‘Fire-up Friday’, and will see a whole host of machines coming to life in an explosion of noise. Peter Hickman will be starting his FHO Racing BMW M1000R race bike, while a Honda RC213V-S road bike, a machine that’s rarely even seen in the flesh, let alone heard running, will also be revving up. For Barry Sheene fans, Suzuki will be starting his world championship-winning 1976 XR14, taking them back to the glory days of racing.
If all that wasn’t enough, the 2022 Show will also feature a unique classic bike auction held by Silverstone Auctions, seeing over 100 rare bikes going under the hammer on Saturday 12th February. For those riders looking to escape this year, the Adventure Zone – sponsored by Spada will see a host of intrepid explorers taking to the stage to talk about their incredible adventures and share tips and advice for those looking to make their own trips. Some of the names confirmed to be taking to the stage include Bruce Smart, Ben King, Robert Hughes, Vanessa Ruck, Nick Sanders, Jack Groves, Michael Guy, Chris Donaldson, Simon Weir, Alex Navarette, Fern Hume, The Sidecar Guys, Tiffany Coates, John Small, Timothy Angus, Nathan Millward and Henry Crew.
For custom bike fans, Built Magazine is bringing some of Europe’s hottest builders together to the Built Custom Bike Zone – styled by SPIDI. This unique space will be a must-visit part of the show for those who want to see an array of stunning custom bikes.
Until midnight on February 9th, tickets for the three-day extravaganza are on sale at a discounted price of just £19 in advance for adults (£23 on the door), while senior citizens and student tickets cost £17. Children under 15 go free, and the show offers free parking for those visitors arriving by bike.

 

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London’s Biggest Motorcycle Event Returns With a Roar

After a COVID-thwarted 2021, the Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will be roaring back to London’s Docklands, taking over the ExCeL Centre on February 11-13thfor a celebration of everything two-wheeled.
From the latest models from the world’s leading brands and Isle of Man TT stars battling it out head-to-head to a unique celebration of racing icon Valentino Rossi, the three-day extravaganza offers something for the whole family!
The annual Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show has long been a highlight for motorcyclists across the UK, seen as the event to kick-start the riding season. After being forced to take a year off in 2021, the celebration of biking is returning to the capital this coming February.
Once again, the main highlight of the show will be the latest metal from some of the world’s leading motorcycle manufacturers. Whether it is the revolutionary BMW CE 04 electric scooter, the UK show debut of the 2022 Ducati Panigale V4, the ground-breaking new Kawasaki Ninja H2 SX or the stunning new Triumph Speed Triple 1200RR, fans will be able to get up close and personal with the very best 2022 machines all under one roof.
The 2022 Carole Nash MCN London Motorcycle Show will also be hosting a special tribute to motorsport icon Valentino Rossi. After 26 seasons competing in Grand Prix racing, the Italian legend’s illustrious career came to a close in November. The show will be celebrating his incredible achievements by flying in six of his Championship-winning machines, including his four MotoGP Yamahas from 2004, 2005, 2008 and 2009 PLUS his two 125cc and 250cc Aprilias from the 1997 and 1999 seasons.
Returning for this year will be the ever-popular live action racing, which will see road racing legends John McGuinness and Peter Hickman go head-to-head as they battle to be crowned the ‘MCN King of the Roads’. Joining the duo will be some of the UK’s brightest talent, including former GP rider Danny Webb, TT rider Dom Herbertson and National Superstock Champions Chrissy Rouse and Tom Neave. Taking over the centre of the show, the free races are bar-to-bar action that will keep everyone on the edge of their seats.
For visitors looking to get closer to the action and meet these road racing legends, they can purchase a VIP paddock pass, which alongside giving entry to the whole show, also offers a grandstand view of each race, a meet and greet with McGuinness, Hickman and the other competitors, as well as a unique celebratory magazine dedicated to Valentino Rossi.
If all that wasn’t enough, the 2022 Show will also feature a unique classic bike auction held by Silverstone Auctions, seeing over 100 rare bikes going under the hammer on Saturday 12th February. For those riders looking to escape this year, the Travel and Adventure stage will be hosting regular chats with some of the most intrepid explorers, who will be sharing their tips and advice.
Tickets for the three-day extravaganza are on sale now at a discounted price of just £19 in advance for adults (£23 on the door), while senior citizens and student tickets cost £17. Children under 15 go free, and the show offers free parking for those visitors arriving by bike.

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