The SS100 JTor Superior Brouch It is considered as «Rolls-Royce of motorcycles«. This authentic jewel of the two -wheeled world was conceived in the 1920s by George Broucha British pioneer who raised the design and benefits of motorcycling at levels never seen before. As data, each unit of the SS100 It was hand assembled and guaranteed to reach 160 km/h, an impressive feat for its time.
The version that will go to auction is the variant JTor (Jap Twin Overhead Racing), equipped with an engine JA Prestwich (Jap) Bicilindrical V of 996 cc with double heads in the head and designed for competition. These versions were very scarce, and even rarely in such original conditions, or as well restored as the one that will be offered at the auction of next October.
Although the Superior Brouch It is, without a doubt, the star of the event will not be alone. Bonhams He has gathered a careful selection of motorcycles that review more than a century of history on two wheels. Another heavyweights will be a Vincent Black Prince-D of 1955. considered one of the most advanced motorcycles of its time, the Black Prince It incorporated comprehensive fairing, Cantilever rear suspension and a 998 cc V-Twin engine.
The auction unit has been restored with a level of detail that touches the obsessive. Experts like Conway Motors and Bob culver They have participated in their reconstruction, which has cost more than 25,000 pounds. Since then, it has traveled just 800 km and it is estimated that its price reaches 50 or 60 thousand pounds (almost 60 thousand euros).
But, for those looking for truly veteran motorcycles, a Douglas Model d of 1911, one of the most emblematic British machines of the pre-First World War era. How can it be otherwise, this model has “Pioneer certificate”Of the VMCC, which guarantees its authenticity and seniority. This more than 110 -year -old machine is expected to reach a price close to 9 thousand pounds. That is, about 10,500 euros.
Closing the list appears a motorcycle with a lot of pedigree. A Tr6r Tr6r Trophy of 1969 that belonged to the legendary British engineer and pilot Norman Hyde, a key figure in the history of TRIUMPH and one of those responsible for keeping the brand alive during the most difficult decades.
This TRIUMPH It is presented with coincident numbers (chassis and motor), which adds value to its history, and an estimated output price between 4,500 and 6,500 pounds (about 5,300 or 7,600 euros).
He Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show Stafford has established itself as one of the most important events of the calendar for collectors, restorers and passionate of the two wheels. Without a doubt, the auction of Bonhams It is one of the main dishes of the event, and this edition promises to be especially memorable.
Whether you are an investor in search of historical vehicles, as if you simply want to admire some of the most beautiful motorcycles ever built, the quote in Stafford is unavoidable. Especially if you want to see a SS100 upper Brouch of 1929 before he changed hands for the price of a house.
