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- c.1925 Motobécane Model MB1 Light Solo 175cc
c.1925 Motobécane Model MB1 Light Solo 175cc
Lot Number: 915
c.1925 Motobécane Model MB1 Light Solo 175cc
The MB1 was a lightweight, sporty 175cc single-cylinder, two-stroke equipped with belt drive transmission and a unique girder fork suspension arrangement. Running and ridden recently - no paperwork accompanies the bike, however, the engine number is visible. Offered without reserve.
- ESTIMATE: £1,000 - £2,000
+ buyer's premium of 15% plus VAT (18% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 22nd February, 2026 at 11.00am local time at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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REG NUMBER
NOT REGISTERED
SUMMARY
The MB1 was a lightweight, sporty 175cc single-cylinder, two-stroke equipped with belt drive transmission and a unique girder fork suspension arrangement. Running and ridden recently - no paperwork accompanies the bike, however, the engine number is visible. Offered without reserve.
DESCRIPTION
- Motobécane's first motorcycle was the MB1 which, developed during 1923, entered into production late 1924
- Originally sold in France for 1,375 Francs, it proved to be highly popular
- An original and believed unrestored example that has a delightful patina and could be enjoyed as is
- No paperwork accompanies the bike, however, the engine number, 32514, is visible
- The bike was run and ridden when photographed, but has been unused for some years so will require some recommissioning prior to active use. A sporty lightweight with real character
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 915
- Make
- MOTOBÉCANE
- Model
- MB1
- Registration Number
- NOT REGISTERED
- Frame Number
- Not Seen
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Engine Number
- 32514
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Rob Hubbard
- Managing Director & Principal Auctioneer
- 07775 511825
- rob@iconicauctioneers.com
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Please note all motorcycles must be out of the venue by 2pm on Monday 23 February due to venue restrictions. We will contact buyers after the sale to arrange either collection or transport with Moving Motorcycles.
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