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- 1953 Francis-Barnett Trials 197cc
1953 Francis-Barnett Trials 197cc
Lot Number: 826
1953 Francis-Barnett Trials 197cc
A classic Frances-Barnett Falcon-based Trials bike that was built by their well known, 1950s test rider, Colin Dean. Road-registered with a V5C and ready to ride.
- 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
390 XWF
SUMMARY
A classic Frances-Barnett Falcon-based Trials bike that was built by their well known, 1950s test rider, Colin Dean. Road-registered with a V5C and ready to ride.
DESCRIPTION
- Built by Colin Dean of Nuneaton, best known as Frances-Barnett's Works Test Rider in the 1950s
- Powered by the ubiquitous 197cc Villiers 8E with a 3-speed gearbox
- Presents well in gloss black with the tank featuring gold coachlines and F-B logo
- Fitted with new rims and tyres
- Ideal for pre-1965 Trials or to enjoy as a lightweight classic off-road machine
- The bike is described as running well and is UK-registered for use on the road with a current V5C
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 826
- Make
- FRANCIS BARNETT
- Model
- TRIALS
- Registration Number
- 390 XWF
- Frame Number
- TMS63518
- Engine Number
- 509176759
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Dan Towers
- Motorcycle Specialist
- 07973 859602
- dan@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.
Uplift by our motorcycle transport partners, Moving Motorcycles back to their storage facility in Northampton. £125 plus VAT. Storage will then be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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