Registration No: WXG 335
Frame No: JB38695
Engine No: UU1115
CC: 250
MOT: Exempt

• Rare Villiers engined pre-war Francis Barnett
• Quite an Avant-Garde design in its day
• Supplied with some paperwork and a V5C

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Francis & Barnett Limited was an English motorcycle manufacturer founded in 1919 by Gordon Inglesby Francis and Arthur Barnett based in Coventry. The motorcycles were affectionately known as ' Franny B's and were produced for enthusiasts as affordable bikes for use as general transport. The majority of the lighter motorcycles used Villiers two-stroke engines with the later bigger capacity models using Associated Motor Cycles engines. AMC took over Francis & Barnett Limited in 1947 merging this with the James motorcycle company in 1957 and this combined company remained in business until 1966. The distinctive-looking Cruiser was quite an avant-garde design for a company not known for pushing the boundaries. Using previous experience in making pressed steel panels for the auto industry the bike features forged frame sections, pressed steel front forks, deeply valanced mudguards, leg shields and enclosed engine covers. The bike has become known as the 'Torpedo' by some owners due to its unique style.

This striking looking example has been part of a small collection of classics for a while and the vendor is only selling to make way for other projects. It was restored about 10 years ago by a previous owner and has been started recently but may need some recommissioning before use. It comes supplied with a dating letter from the Francis Barnett club, some copies of a parts book, a catalogue and a current V5C.

For more information, please contact:
Ian Cunningham
ian.cunningham@handh.co.uk
07415 871189