Registration No: Unregistered
Frame No: 269
MOT: Exempt

• From The Fred Evans Collection
• A handsome Banbury eligible 1920s V-twin
• Offered from part of a private collection
• Understood to be a previously restored machine

Although better known for bicycles, Raleigh not only ventured into motorcycle production (firstly from 1899 to 1906 and then from 1919 to 1933) but also supplied engines to various other manufacturers, including Allegro, Dunelt, Coventry-Eagle, Mars, Nestoria, Cotton, Soyer, Wolf, and Victoria. During the 1920s the Raleigh motorcycle range expanded to include machines of various capacities, both side-valve and overhead-valve units, ranging from a 175cc unit-construction lightweight to a hefty 998cc V-twin. The firm’s products earned an enviable reputation for reliability and quality, reinforcing the public perception with successes in reliability trials.
Reputedly restored prior to its acquisition by the late Fred Evans for his collection of predominantly prewar British bikes, this mid-1920s Raleigh 7HP V-twin is said to have been displayed at a variety of rallies and shows. Laid-up for some time, it will require recommissioning / going through before any return to road use. Sadly, we have been unable to locate any documentation for the Raleigh. We believe the Frame Number reads ‘269’. However, it could be ‘209’ or another number.

For more information, please contact:
Mike Davis
mike.davis@handh.co.uk
07718 584217