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• Auction House:
  Webb's
• Sale Name:
  Classic Motorbikes
• Sale Date:
  27 Sep 2015 ~ 11am (NZ time)
• Lot #:
  8
• Lot Description:
  1921 Triumph SD 550
  Engine No: F3414DRX, Frame No: 314086. Condition: Excellent.
• Notes:
  Like many of the motorcycle companies that burst onto the scene at the turn of the 20th century, Triumph had its roots in the bicycle industry known as the New Triumph Co. Ltd. Triumph’ first motorcycle was the No. 1 and it was built from cannibalized parts made by other manufacturers. In 1907 the company built its first all-Triumph designed motorcycle, sold under the Triumph brand and the secondary brand-name of the “Gloria.” These were produced at the Triumph Coventry Works under the supervision of designer and plant manager Charles Hathaway. Triumph supplied motorcycles for the military in WW1 and when the war finished, co-founder Maurice Schulte retired from the company, and was replaced by colonel Claude V. Holbrook, who was head of motorcycle procurement for the British military during WWI. Shortly thereafter the Triumph’s 550cc Model SD was created. The Model SD was in production from 1920 through to 1930, alongside a range of similar 500cc and 550cc models. The SD introduced the revolutionary shock-absorbing clutch assembly and chain-driven three-speed gearbox known as the Spring Drive and also replaced the final belt-drive with a chain. The engine for the SD was known as the Riccy as it was designed by Ricardo Consulting Engineers in Shoreham by the Sea, England. The Triumph SD engine was a single-cylinder, with four pushrod-driven overhead valves. It is well equipped with a Lucas acetylene headlamp, acetylene generator, rear lamp, leather tool panniers, luggage carrier and comfortable Brooks style saddle. This particular machine has been restored to a high degree of detail and has subsequently acquired a great patina. Art or machine, you decide, it’s a great work either way.
• Estimate:
  NZ$10,000 - 14,000
• Realised Price:
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• Category:
  Automobiles & Accessories

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