1960 Royal Enfield 500cc Meteor Minor Frame no. 7007 Engine no. E.A.35375

1960 Royal Enfield 500cc Meteor Minor Registration no. SSK 273 Frame no. 7007 Engine no. E.A.35375 Launched in 1948, Royal Enfield's 500cc parallel twin followed orthodox lines, though the use of separate cylinder barrels and heads, and the incorporation of the oil tank within the crankcase - a feature inherited from the Redditch firm's singles - was unusual. The new engine was installed in what was basically the Bullet frame, the latter an advanced design featuring swinging-arm rear suspension. The Enfield twin was progressively up-dated, gaining a double-sided front brake for 1955 and a crankshaft-mounted alternator and the new Bullet-type frame for 1957, before undergoing a more radical revision in 1958. Dubbed the Meteor Minor, the new twin featured short-stroke engine dimensions, replaceable big-end shells, 17' wheels, and bigger brakes, and was built in standard and De Luxe forms, the latter being equipped with - among other refinements - a dual seat, pillion footrests, and an enclosed rear chain. There was also a Sport variant equipped with a different inlet camshaft that boosted peak power to 33bhp at 6,500rpm, a 3bhp/250rpm improvement over the standard/De-luxe models. Purchased by the vendor around 30 years ago and dry stored since, the machine will require recommissioning to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road. Currently displaying 22,667 miles to the odometer, the engine turns over, and the machine is offered with a V5C and copy old V5. Key not required Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing