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Classic Bikes for sale: 1955-59

1955 Other Makes 150 SPORT

Tarzana, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 3750

This is the last GILERA 150 SPORT I have in my more than 30 year collection of rare Italian motorcycles. Interesting patina. New hard to find correct exhaust system. Good running and riding condition. New tires and battery. New Gilera handlebar grips and foot peg rubbers. Odometer shows 30, 129 kms. 150cc overhead valve 4 stroke. 4 speed. This 1955 motorcycle is nearly 70 years old! A true survivor. Clear CALIFORNIA TITLE in my name. You are welcome to visit in Tarzana (San ... more

1957 Other Makes Lambretta

North Salt Lake, Utah, 840**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 4800

Hello, up for sale is a really nice and clean 1957 Lambretta LD125. This scooter was rebuilt and painted about 20 years ago, and has seen very little use in that time. Starts right up and runs good. Recently Installed a new Delarto phbg 21mm ad carb as the original delarto just seemed worn out, but is included in the sale. There are some scuffs and scratches in the paint, tried to show it all in the photos. The tail light doesn??t match the paint, must have been swapped out before I owned it. ... more
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1957 Harley-Davidson Sportster

Garrettsville, Ohio, 442**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 5000

THIS IS THE LAST WEEK I WILL BE SELLING THE BIKE AS COMPLETE AS I HAVE IT. NEXT WEEK I AM PARTING IT OUT. This is a vintage 1957 Harley-Davidson Sportster motorcycle that boasts 900cc engine. The bike is a great start for a rebuild. Original frame, two year only tank, battery and tool box, headlight, rebuild one year only DC1 carb, plus much more! The bike has good compression but I have never had it running. Sorry to say I just ran out of time and space. Always love the look of the 1957 ... more

1958 Other Makes Imperiale

Newark, Ohio, 430**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 7600

Rare 1958 Motobi Imperiale Lusso 125 - This is a rare restored Italian motorcycle. The bike came from a museum that restored the bike. Since it been restored it has not been started. I used the bike for display and bike show. The Motobi motorcycle company was in business till 1960. In 1960 Benelli bought the company, but kept the Motobi name. Clear Ohio title in my name. Any questions please ask. Buyer is responsible for shipping... more

1959 Triumph Bonneville T120

Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, 530**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 18900

Throttlestop | Automotive and Motorcycle Consignment Dealer (920)-876-2277 info@throttlestop com 1959 Triumph
Bonneville T120 Triton
Stock # 813452 Engine 750cc Transmission Unknown Mileage 290 VIN T120021607 Exterior Silver Interior Unknown Freshly removed from The Throttlestop... more

1959 Triumph Bonneville T120

Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, 530**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 17900

Throttlestop | Automotive and Motorcycle Consignment Dealer (920)-876-2277 info@throttlestop com 1959 Triumph
Bonneville T120 Triton
Stock # 813452 Engine 750cc Transmission Unknown Mileage 290 VIN T120021607 Exterior Silver Interior Unknown Freshly removed from The Throttlestop... more

1957 Indian Apache

Cottage Grove, Wisconsin, 535**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 4999

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1956 Harley-Davidson hummer

Lumberton, North Carolina, 283**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 7500

PLEASE READ, 7, 500 00 FIRM. NO LESS . 1956 HARLY DAVIDSON HUMMER 125 SHOW QUIALTY. THIS HUMMER HAS LESS THAN 25 MILES ON A COMPLETELY RESTORED HUMMER, RUN AND DRIVES LIKE IT SHOULD. VERY NICE AND CLEAN HUMMER. NO RUST DOES COME WITH A TITLE. $500 00 DEPOSIT. JUST AS SOON AS AUCTION IS OVER AND THEY WILL BE A $195 00 DOT FEE ADDED. FOR PAPERWORK. SHIPPING AT BUYER EXPENSE. BANK TRANSFER OR CASHIER CHECK. THE CASHIER CHECK WILL TAKE 5 DAYS TO CLEAR BANK BEFORE HUMMER CAN LEAVE LOT. ALL PAPERWORK... more

1959 Other Makes Ariel square four

Miami, Florida, 331**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$ 25000

1959 Ariel square four. One of the last ones ever made. One owner since 1971. 4800 original miles. Was restored recently by the owner to the highest standard including the motor and has only done 50 miles since. The bike is beautiful and one of the best restorations I have ever seen. Will win any show easily. It Starts, runs and rides exactly as it looks. A no nonsense Ariel If you??ve been looking for the best, look no further. Please take a look at this bike next to the Black Shadow in last ... more

1957. Lambretta LD150cc MK3. 100 % Italian. V5 here. Ready to ride away.

Bolsover, S44***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3200

For Sale. Here we have a 1957 Italian model LAMBRETTA Ld 150cc, MK3. V5 registration document here in my name Nice period type 6 digit pressed alloy number plate fitted. Reg number 813 XWB. This scooter comes fault free and is ready to ride away on the road. Fully registered for road use. This scooter as been completely reccommssioned. Lovely straight and solid original paint and nice patina scooter, no rot or rusted panels, just nice period ageing and history marks Presented still in its ... more

1956 BSA A7 SS SHOOTING STAR 500cc

Swansea, SA6***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 500

This is a beautiful 1956 BSA A7 SS Shooting Star 500cc motorcycle, perfect for any collector or rider. With manual transmission and kick start, it's a classic ride for those who appreciate vintage bikes. The green and chrome exterior is eye-catching and the engine size is just right for a smooth and enjoyable ride. The motorcycle was first registered on May 15th, 1956, and has been well-maintained since. It runs on petrol and has a chain drive type. This BSA A7 SS Shooting Star is a great ... more

BSA gold star 1955 frame. Triumph T120 engine 650.

Sevenoaks, TN15***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 8800

For sale a beautiful Tribsa cafe racer. Frame and running gear are from a 1955 BSA gold star .Engine is a Triumph T120 unit construction 650 cc from the late sixties. It has had a complete renovation and restoration and thousands spent on it back in 2006. Electronic ignition . re wired . Since then it has been in storage. These bikes were created to give the best handling and power that was available at that time. Classic cafe racer style. The last MOT was in 2014 , with only 7400 miles on ... more

1955 BSA BANTAM D3 PLUNGER RESTORATION OR OILY RAG

Chesterfield, S40***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 950

THIS IS MY BSA BANTAM D3 150CC UP FOR SALE
THIS IS A VERY ORIGINAL BIKE, REGISTERED IN 1955, WHICH WAS USED AS THE ORIGINAL RIDE TO WORK BIKE BEFORE CARS LIKE THE AUSTIN A30 AND AUSTIN MINI CAME ALONG
IT HAS JUST BEEN PUT AWAY AND NOT USED AND IS VERY ORIGINAL
IT HAS THE LATEST V5C LOGBOOK AND IS REGISTERED AS 918XWB
THE FRAME NUMBER IS THE ORIGINAL STAMPING AND STARTS WITH BD2S ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE PREFIX NUMBER IS BD3
THE LIGHT SWITCH HAS BEEN REPLACED AND THE LIGHTING ... more

1957 BSA D3 BANTAM 175CC CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE

Peterhead, AB42***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 1950

1957 175 bantam had lots of restoration work dun
body and frame fully painted looks real nice
full nut and bolt rebuild
new wiring loom
new silencer exhaust
new fork covers
new back shocks
headseat bearing new seat single conversion comes with double seat as well
new leather bags
new piston rings topped bearing runs nice
still need one or two things to make her tip top real nice little bike ideal for the bike show
full v5
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1959 Triton | Norton Wideline Featherbed Frame | Triumph Trident 750cc Engine

Bristol, BS20***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 11650

I'm selling my dad's Triton. He bought it a few years ago but didn't get a chance to use it. I put a new battery and some fuel in and it started fine - no old fuel was left in it during storage. Compression is great and it sounds lovely
T150V Triumph Trident Triple engine1959 Norton wideline featherbed frameDouble disc slippery Sam front endTriumph conical rear hubStandard Triumph air filtersMegaphone exhaustsClassic style indicatorsOld buff green log bookReceipts for work carried out Tax ... more

NSU Prima D 150cc Vintage Scooter 1958

Chorley, PR7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2200

This NSU Prima D 150cc vintage scooter from 1958 is a real gem for any scooter enthusiast. With its classic design this scooter will not disappoint. Perfect for collectors or those looking for a lovely piece of classic scootering history This scooter is in lovely original condition and starts and runs wellI could arrange a courier For any further information please don??t hesitate to contact me. I have tried to price it realistically
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1955 Vincent Series D Black Shadow Upper Frame Member (UFM) - possible swap?

Brentwood, CM13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4250

1955 Vincent Black Shadow Upper Frame Member
Frame Number - RD12804B
No log book
Comes with Vincent Owners Club Dating Certificate
Authenticity confirmed by Vincent Owners Club. Only 144 Series D Black Shadows were produced!
Headstock and FT281 included
The last one of these I saw come up for sale was in April 2019 at Bomhams and it sold for £5700 (RD12825B), so I think mine is a fair price!
Would be interested in a part exchange, and would swap BSA, Norton Triumph? ... more

Parilla 125cc Tourismo special 1955 (Project) Motorcycle

Braintree, CM77***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 500

An almost complete and original example of the rare Italian two stroke built in 1955 ( only requiring petrol taps to complete) Clearly the machine has been the subject to an extensive cosmetic renovation in the past and remains in great condition. The tank is free from dents and scratches , the paint work is excellent and the other cycle parts are similar with just a few minor imperfections here and there .Wheel rims are aluminium borrani style , all castings and hubs etc are to a very high ... more

1956 Vespa Douglas 92L2 Absolutely Stunning

West Yorkshire, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 8000

1956 Manufactured Vespa Douglas 92L2
Beautifully restored - one for the serious collector
Registration No: UOC 248
Frame No: 11636540
Engine No: 04850344
CC: 125
MOT: Exempt
Very high quality restoration by Matthew PhillipsOriginal parts used throughoutVespa Dating Certificate included showing manufactured 1956 Original Brown buff logbook present showing;Registered new on 1st January 1957 by Premier Motors of Aston, BirminghamRunning and looking like a brand new scooterV5 ... more

1955 Royal Enfield Bullet 350

Westbury, BA13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3200

A very nice looking 1955 Bullet 350 G2 which is in great condition. A few years ago it had a new wiring loom, dvr2 regulator fitted, magneto and dynamo rebuilt, complete engine rebuild, gearbox strip, clean and adjusted, new clutch, new primary and main drive chain. Forks have been resealed and this model is fitted with the better performing split front drum brake. All new cables etc etc rear pad and footrests fitted plus this has a side stand as well as a centre stand. No expense spared, rims ... more

vintage Vespa scooter VBB 150 vna1t 1958

Northampton, NN7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 3500

1958 Vespa vna1t vin number v5 presentItalian import
Been fitted with an lml 150 5 port reed valveNew stator flywheel cdi ignitionNew clutch completeNew gaskets Sip exhaust25mm carbConverted to 12v all lights now ledRecent re spray
It??s pretty much ready to go on the road as its tax and mot exempt
Most of the hard bits done just needs some tinkering Could do with the following Carb adjusting runs nice it??s just a bit richMaybe new tyres I have a new set of rims includedFloor rails ... more

1958 Matchless G11, Possible part exchange for BSA Norton Triumph

Brentwood, CM13***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2500

1958 G11 Frame with a 1957 G11 engine 600cc
Club Dating Certificate No V5 Original sales brochure, manual and spares book Brand new exhausts, silencers, handlebars and levers Chrome on wheels good Engine and gearbox turn Obviously needs some light recommissioning Priced to sell, would maybe consider a swap for another British bike Call / text on 07595 106939.... more

Matchless G80S 1955

Stoke-on-Trent, ST7***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4150

Presenting the Matchless G80S 1955, a classic motorcycle that promises an authentic riding experience. This beauty boasts a manual transmission, runs on petrol, and is powered by a chain drive. The bike's black colour and kick start mechanism add to its vintage appeal. This motorcycle is perfect for enthusiasts and collectors alike who are looking to own a piece of history. Its features and characteristics speak for themselves, making it an ideal purchase for those who value authenticity and ... more

DKW RT 200 VS 1959

Royston, SG8***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2950

DKW RT 200 VS 1959 Silver and Black
Has V5 And Workshop Hand Book (In German)
Parts List And History
Runs Well, Starts Well
In Very Good Condition For Age
I Am Selling This On Behalf Of A Member Of The Family, So Any Queries You May Have May Have A Delayed Reply
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Lambretta ld 125 scooter (French 1956)

Burnley, BB10***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2200

French Ld 125, bought as a project last year. This is a great little scooter which is 85% complete and will make a great easy project for someone. It is missing a rear shock absorber, speedo cable, wiring loom and requires a simple repair to the glove box door. I have had the scooter running which is registered in my name on a V5.
Cash on collection only. I am based in Lancashire and can deliver locally at buyers cost.... more

motorcycles scooters NSU Max 250 1957

Birmingham, B28***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4950

I bought this bike as a stalled project from deceased estate sale at auction Much work had been done with a complete repaint including Petrol tank rechromed and painted and lined There is a extensive list of new parts that have been fitted to complete project at great cost consideringmost came from Germany The engine had been stripped cleaned and checked reassembled with anything that it neededSome of partsComplete repaint and coachlineNew wheels and tyres stainless spokes New silencerRear ... more

1959 LAMBRETTA SERIES 1 . BIG BLOCK 200 . SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT!

Birmingham, B19***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 6000


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1959 LAMBRETTA SERIES 1
IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING A LITTLE DIFFERENT THIS MAYBE FOR YOU! I FIRST BOUGHT THIS SCOOTER AROUND 10 YEARS AGO , I SPENT A COUPLE OF YEARS SOURCING ALL THE CORRECT PARTS SO I COULD BUILD THE SCOOTER OF MY DREAMS!!ONCE I HAD EVERTHING I TOOK ALL THE METALWORK BACK TO BARE METAL, I THEN LET IT RUST FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS, NEXT I HAD EVERY PART THAT YOU CANT SEE RESPRAYED GREY, THIS INCLUDES THE WHOLE INSIDE OF FRAME AND INSIDE OF ALL ... more

AJS 16ms, 1958

Wimborne, BH21***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2750

AJS, 350cc, 1958, New battery, lucas points, coil, starts easy, runs well v5 in my name since 2016, historic vehicle, previous owner recommissioned rewired, File of invoices, Non transferable reg. 45k rec. Miles tax / mot exempt, Nice old bike to potter about on This bike is 65yrs old so don't expect new! buyer collects, cash or bank transfer only.... more

vespa douglas 42l2 1955

Gloucester, GL3***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 4500

This vintage Handlebar Vespa Douglas 42L2 from 1955, runs and rides well, evrything works fine, no obvious rust or issues, usual little scuffs and marks, just use it for giggles going to the pub in the summer, would make a perfect project bike, pretty much original except paint, cool number plate, recommend coming to see it. Super rare scooter Buyer to collect obviously.... more

BARN FIND 1958 LAMBRETTA LD 125 MK3 IN VERY ORIGINAL CONDITION

Diss, IP21***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2995

BARN FIND 1958 LAMBRETTA LD 125 MK3 IN VERY ORIGINAL CONDITION
Last used on theroad in 1980 (as tax disc shows). It is now of an age that excludes it fromroad tax or MOT test requirements, as a classic vehicle

The Garage boughtit from it's previous owner, whose Father was the last person to use thescooter, which we understand had spent all of it's life until then in SouthLondon

After the death ofhis Father, the previous owner stored it in his garage for 42 years ... more

1955 FRANCIS BARNETT 225cc CRUISER PROJECT - SPARES OR REPAIR

Cardigan, SA43***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 899

LOSING SOME OF MY STORAGE, SO REGRETFULLY GOT TO MOVE ON SOME OF MY COLLECTION V5 PRESENT, IN MY NAME
FRANCIS BARNETT, BELEIVE IT TO BE A 225 CRUISER - LOGBOOK STATES IT IS 1955, AND 225cc
WASN'T THAT LONG AGO I BOUGHT THIS ONE. LOG BOOK PRESENT, AND IN MY NAME. FOR SOME REASON, THE MAKE IS STATED AS INVALID, AND THE COLOUR IS WRONG, STATING THAT IT IS GREEN. I TRIED TO SORT THIS WHEN I CHANGED THE OWNERSHIP, BUT FOUND IT TOO MUCH HARD WORK I BOUGHT IT AS A PROJECT. BELIEVE THE ENGINE TO ... more

1959 AJS 650 TWIN MOTORCYCLE

Southport, PR9***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 2000

1959 AJS 650 twinTax and MOT exemptGood conditionRebuilt engineNew carbRecondition dynamoRecondition MagNew seat and batteryGood tyresAll original metalworkAll book and manualGood runnerWill need checking overNot been used for a year, stored in garage
No timewasters please... more

1957 Norton model 50 350 cc with full touring kit

Maidstone, ME14***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 5000

This 1957 Norton model 50 Tourer is a classic motorcycle with a full touring kit that includes a bodywork / fairing and brakes upgrade. The bike features a four-speed manual transmission and a 350cc petrol engine. It has a V5 registration document and comes in the timeless colour of black Ideal for collectors and vintage bike enthusiasts, this Norton Tourer is a rare find. With its customised features and performance upgrades, it's perfect for long rides and touring routes. Don't miss this ... more

1959 Triumph 3TA ISDT Enduro.

Buckfastleigh, Devon, TQ11***, UNITED KINGDOM

£ 6995

This is an absolutely lovely Triumph 350cc 3TA and has been built as an International Six Day Trial (ISDT) replica (They were 500cc)
This gorgeous bike was a labour of love for it's last owner. He was a retired professional mechanic and over his years of ownership spent his spare time building and riding this lovely machine
13-253; 250; 320; 287pp


SUMMARY
A complete first edition set of Lawrence Durrell's 'Alexandria Quartet', with 'Mountolive' and 'Clea' retaining their original dust wrappers
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 4 KG when... more