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1923 Henderson ‘K Model Deluxe ‘ with sidecar

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The motorcycle with sidecar outfit was restored back in the 1980s and was fully operational. It was taken on a number of rallies with the family on board and undertook a road trip from Sydney to Perth and back. In between rallies, it was housed in Kevin’s garage until 2011 when it was moved to its current display stand at the National Motor Racing Museum in Bathurst.

The motorcycle has sustained minor damage from a leaking battery (which has since been removed from the battery case) and from an article recently falling onto the paintwork on the front mudguard.

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1914 -15 Henderson ‘Long Tank’ project – SOLD

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This very early 1914-15 detroit model Henderson ‘long-tank’ project is an extremely rare and desirable addition to the collection that Kevin had been building on for many years. It includes an original hub in near perfect conditon, a complete original engine with carburetor attached and the parts for a second engine including manifolds. The fenders/mudguards are original along with the handlebars and various other parts. We included a magneto, headlight, seat and early Corbin speedo with long cable. Once restored, this will be one of the world’s rare and desirable motorcycles.

Note that the front forks were made approximately 15 years ago and it is likely that Kevin built the tank. It is possible that the frame is one that Kevin modified from a slightly later model (extended to make it longer, see photo). The footboard had been recently cast.

This project was sold as seen in the photographs.

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1921-23 Henderson K Deluxe Engine and parts – SOLD

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Henderson K Deluxe Engine and spare parts 1921-1923

Collected as spares by Kevin for his Deluxe outfit. They were sold on ebay as a single lot.

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1914/15 Douglas 2 3/4 hp – SOLD

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This is a veteran Douglas motorcycle that had been bought by Kevin as a complete bike. It was subsequently partly disassembled as he commenced work on it. He had worked on the engine and tank and these have now been put back into the frame for these photos. Other parts and spares are in the accompanying crates and incudes additional cylinder barrels, unused tyres (for display), a second veteran magneto, 1914 gearbox case, Douglas nuts and bolts, mudguard stays, reproduction pannier cases, headlight stay clamps, newly nickeled levers etc.

The frame on this bike is dated as 1915 and the engine number is consistent with 1914.  It will require some work to get it on the road including a fix on the central shaft of the handlebars,  attachment of the front brake, sourcing of footboard holders, restoration of the headlight stays etc. However, most of the major parts are present and in good condition.

This was a lovely little veteran project.

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1924 Harley Davidson JE project starter – SOLD

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Parts for a 1924 JE model Harley Davidson including frame, forks, wheel, hub, 2x 1200cc barrels, flywheels, crank cases,chain cover, ignition coil (photographed separately) partial battery box cover, front and rear mudguards, oil pump, cages and various other smaller engine parts.

The frame is still in reasonably good condition with its grease and mud covering helping to protect the metal from severe rust.

This is either an excellent starter kit for someone looking to build an early Harley Davidson or would be great spares for someone.

This collection was sold on ebay in October, 2014.

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1929 Velocette KTT engine parts – SOLD

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It is a shame this was never built but the makings of a wonderful 1929 KTT 350cc engine are here below.

The KTT was a production racer built by the Veloce factory in Birmingham for the Isle of Man TT. Only 1000 were made over a 20 year period starting in 1929. It is said that these were the most successful 350cc race bikes in their day. This engine is from one of the earliest models.

The parts available for this engine are all shown below and it includes a barrel, 2 flywheels, cases, new and original pistons, racing carburetor etc. It was sold on ebay in October 2014.

Having handled these parts myself to photograph them, I would also like to add that you can really see the craftsmanship that went into making them all those years ago – beautiful alloys and precision made pieces. Stunning.

 

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1929 Henderson Streamline ‘KJ’ – SOLD

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For collectors, the Henderson KJ Streamline really needs no introduction. Even without its blue paint, this is already a beautiful looking Henderson KJ project.

The bike was never entirely completed by Kevin but those who knew his love of this model, knew that he had collected parts for it since the 1970s – even digging them out of people’s gardens. His focus on collecting period correct pieces and his mechanical knowledge shows here in the quality of the parts and the restorations already undertaken. Kevin’s intention was to ride this bike when it was completed.

We have pulled the KJ parts together for display and viewing purposes and the engine has been loosly built up though the purchaser will need to undertake a rebuild.

However, Kevin’s massive long-term collecting for this project has resulted in a remarkably complete KJ project which includes:

  • a rare original aluminium tank,
  • a sand-blasted crank case with no cracks or welds
  • dashboard with full collection of meters including a Corbin speedo, cable, drive and ring gear,
  • a full set of the streamline cylinder barrels in near mint condition
  • Bullet style headlight
  • Timing gears and cogs that are in fantastic sharp condition
  • Correct and near perfect manifolds
  • Flywheel assembly
  • Bosch FF4 magnento
  • Front and rear mudguards/fenders (one stay is missing)
  • Horn
  • Switch
  • Henderson nuts and bolts
  • New JP pistons
  • Rebuilt battery box
  • Bearings and fork springs
  • Correct Handlebar internals
  • Correct footboards and connections (though found shortened and will need extending)
  • New (unfinished) exhaust

The project is not 100% complete and various smaller items will still need to be located.

We have tried to photograph the parts fully here but as we are offering a single viewing day on Sunday November 23rd 2014,  we highly recommend that serious purchasers or their agent, come to look this over.

This bike was sold in November 2014.

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1920-21 Henderson ‘K model’ project

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The frame on this K model Henderson has been beautifully painted and pin striped and is complete. The enclosed style of chain guard is a replica and was only fitted to this model.

The crankcase has been repaired where a connecting rod put a hole in the side.

All engine parts are available except for a clutch release collar and cone, petrol and oil pipes and chain which are missing. The rear mudguard will need refitting as the stays are not connected properly.

It is a rare bike and a ideal and easy bike to complete restoration.

 

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1924 ‘Around Australia’ Douglas

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1924 Douglas
Kevin with his 1924 Dougieon his way around Australia

This little Douglas was ridden around Australia by Kevin in 1995 to commemorate and replicate the five month trip that was made by Arthur Grady in 1925, the first person to circumnavigate the continent on a motorcycle.

Sponsored by National Geographic, Kevin made the arduous trip at the age of 57 in ten weeks. The Douglas was restored to be as close as possible to Grady’s original bike. It now sits in the Motorlife Museum in Wollongong.