Classic Bikes for sale: 1961

1961 Harley Davidson FL Duo-Glide1200 in Hi-Fi Blue / Birch White paint, tanks are Original Paint. Bike 100 miles ago was restored / rebuilt andengines top end done to FLH 74ci spec, lowers also rebuilt, all work done by Hobo Cycles. Everything inch of bike has been addressed and documented with extensive receipts, some updates include Andrewsclose ratio rebuilt transmission, belt drive, Shovel heads, factory Pan headsincluded in sale see pics 5-8. Bike kickstart, 4 speed, 6 volt and runsand ... more

Hi, here we have my 61 triumph 650 pre unit street scrambler ! MOT exempt - road tax exempt - cheap classic insurance ! being a 61 model it has the factory braced frame - the extra strengthening bar can be seen under the fuel tank , the bike was restored / rebuilt some years ago very much in the style of the lesser known triumph trophy bird of the same year ! everything on the bike is either new or rebuilt - loads of one off stainless parts - all electrics are 12v , it has a thorspark ... more

BMW R50 / 2
Year 1961

I bought this four years ago fully restored and I have onlytaken it out a few times to vintage rallies

It hasn??t been on the road for about a year, yesterday Ichanged the oil and plugs and charged up the battery and it fired up on thesecond kick

I took it out and did ten miles on it and as always it drovebeautifully, the speedometer cable needs oiled or replaced as it seemed tostick a few times then cleared itself.

The battery seems to... more

1961 Triton 650cc Cafe Racer- For Sale
One of the classic and best representations of British motorcycling in the 60s is the Triton. Incorporating the perfect blend of Norton's iconic featherbed frame and Triumph's stronger pre-unit Tiger 110 engine as the Norton's engine wasn't as reliable, this bike is built with the best parts Britain had to offer. This bike influenced the ever growing trend of Cafe Racers and handmade specials.
Built and registered in 1984, this bike comes in an ... more

Full bare metal respray, fully rebuilt engine consisting of TS1 230 tuned by Jerome at Readspeed for a fast road tune. With 28 bhp on the dyno. 22 foot pound of torque giving a good widespread of power, not peaky - see photo of dyno graph. 60 / 110 crank built by Readspeed. It has an AF cassette clutch with AF 5 speed gearbox geared to match the state of tune, using an MB layshaft and bearings. TSR exhaust. Vape static ignition, TMX 35mm carb. It has a long range stainless tank, with accurate ... more

LAMBRETTA Li 150 1961, SUBTANTIAL ENGINE / GEARBOXMODIFICATIONS ?? ALL ORGINAL PARTS INCLUDED!!
1st registered 1st of June 1966
0 previous owners!!
Notes from the owner of the scooter regarding themodifications he has carried out:
??The engine in the scooter is a Spanish SX200 big block, stroked to 230cc with a full MB Scooters kit producing 25 BHP when last on adyno. Considering the standard unit produced 6 6 BHP, it is easy to calculatethe improvement in power to weight ratio. ... more

1961 Matchless G12 CSR
Up for saleis my 1961 Matchless G12 CSR (650cc twin), which I bought 3 years agofrom Kettering Classics, having only had 2 previous owners in the last 60years! Indeed I was informed that it was used regularly up until it was riddenover to Kettering Classics for sale by the then owner
Sincepurchase I have slowly been through the bike recommissioning and refurbishingelements as I go, but wherever possible I have kept the original parts wherethey were in good ... more

Bsa Shooting Star first registered may 1961. Been stood in garage so will need commissioning although does run. Original transferable registration. Good solid bike there's a few age related marks slight dent in tank but overall good condition.... more

1961 Li150 series 2 Blue and white Been dry stored for 30 years. Just been re registered on v5 off old original brown log book RF60through Lambretta club GB All numbers correct etc. Scooter is complete with some accessories as shown One lady owner from new, 6, 000 mls only Reg no: 996 KAR.... more

1961 Triumph t120 bonneville pre unit unfinished project matching numbers engine and gear box rebuilt frame powder coated lovely finish needs head building up and attention to a couple of valve seats all the alloy casings polished to a very high standardMagneto is only the casing some clutch parts and top end parts wiring harness included what you see is what you will get no paper work would fit into a decent size car you all know what these 61 Bonnie??s are worth finished thanks for looking ... more

For sale a family owned Douglas Vespa 152L2 1961 Blue. 3 speed manual, piston deflector type two stroke engine All been rebuilt with 12 volt conversion electronic ignition All old 6 volts parts and crank etc Resprayed, all new rubber parts Leg guard's surrounds re chromed at S&T New seat cover new wheels and tyres Michelin. Have original's And other questions please ask.
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This is quite a rare bike in the UK , It was sold originally in Colorado and came from Boulder Its a very early 1961 bike .
It was imported into the UK in August 2023 and i purchased it in april this year to do a couple of vintage events I registered it in the uk via v55 / 5 and it has age related plateI did an engine strip and it needed a DE-COKE , Its only done 6400 miles and the wear backed up the low mileage i had the bores checked and they are very close to STD So a light hone and ... more

1961 Greeves Scottish 197 Trials bike Never been road registered, the bike has been restored in recent years and still presents very well. Fitted with desirable paddle hubs. Starts with a couple of kicks and runs beautifully. Frame and engine numbers clear and visible. One I sold a couple of years ago and came back to me in a deal. It??s very cool but I??ll never do anything with it and it??d be a shame if it just sat in a corner for years Will happily consider a deal on something old or ... more

1961 triumph tiger cub t20 200cc fully restored to a superb standard with 8805miles just been serviced starts with ease and rides beautifully v5 present any inspection welcome. 07595946519 local pickup only please... more

1961 Vespa 152L2 built in Bristol by Douglas
Was rebuilt with a new floor pan, wiring loom and cables in 2014 and has been on the road with mostly seasonal use since then
Still registered as a 125
Engine is built around a series one P200 engine, spec as follows
Pinasco 215 with new version 2 ring pistonMazzuchelli 60mm crankshaft with 1 5mm spacer at headBGM fast-flow 26mm carbFast-flow fuel tap Polini box exhaustEFL gearbox 23 / 657 spring old style clutch with new plates ... more

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The Centurions
Jean Larteguy; Xan Fielding [trans ]
1961
Hutchinson : London
8 5" by 6 "
15-487pp


SUMMARY
The first UK edition of Jean Larteguy's popular novel about a French airborne battalion, in the exceptionally bright original dust wrapper
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 1 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 22 ... more

Standard, runs well, could do with some tlc Too many toys, something has to go New knee means I wont be able to start it.... more

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A Grief Observed
N. W. Clerk [C. S. Lewis]
1961
Faber & Faber : London
8 5" by 6 "
7-60pp


SUMMARY
An exceptionally lovely first edition of C. S. Lewis's pseudonymously published 'map of sorrow' following the death of his wife
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Near Fine
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 15 99
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In a Summer Season
Elizabeth Taylor
1961
Peter Davies : London
8" by 5 5 "
251pp


SUMMARY
A smart first edition of Taylor's most scandalous novel, with the original unclipped dust wrapper.
First Edition, Original Binding, Publishers' Original Binding, With Dustwrapper
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 0 75 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 19 99
EU Postage: £ 15 ... more

Re-listed due to time waster / messer eBay usernamerobst-4901
Triumph Bonneville T120R 1961 650ccPre-unit
Matching frame, engine and registration number
Silver metallic and blue paintwork with painted gold pinstripe
9 stud cylinder head
Twin leading shoe upgrade on front hub
Western style chrome handlebars
Engine cut out button
Chromed pedal lever and foot rests
MOT and tax exempt (Last MOT 2017)
Purchased in1984 with 2 previous local owners each of 10 years each... more

This 1961 BSA D7 BANTAM 175cc is a classic two-stroke motorcycle that is sure to impress any enthusiast. With a petrol fuel system and manual transmission, this bike is perfect for those who love to ride and enjoy the feeling of the wind in their hair. The chain drive type ensures a smooth and reliable ride, while the kick start start type makes it easy to get going when you need to This bike has a mileage of 27, 000 and comes in a lovely blue colour. It was first registered in 1961 and has had ... more

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Hombre
Elmore Leonard
1961
Robert Hale : London
8" by 5 5 "
5-156pp


SUMMARY
The uncommon first UK edition of Elmore Leonard's critically acclaimed revisionist western novel. With the front wrap of the original dust wrapper adhered to the front board
First Edition, Publishers' Original Binding, Uncommon
Overall Condition: Very Good Indeed
This book weighs 0 5 KG when packed
Canada / US Postage: £ 15 ... more