1955 Vincent Series D Black Knight 998cc

Description

This lot will be auctioned by Iconic Auctioneers at The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2026 on Sunday the 15th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. The price indicated is the lower estimate. Please note we are unable to offer part exchange or finance. Description: Last of the Stevenage-built machines, the Vincent Series D model featured enveloping fibreglass 'all weather' protection bodywork and was fitted with improved suspension and a user-friendly centre stand,Series D model sales figures were not as projected, customers still preferred an un-faired bike and only circa 200 enclosed models were produced,Regarded by some as the best riding Vincent produced, unfortunately these bikes became the downfall of the company with Vincent losing money on each Model D sold,This mostly original and unrestored example is presented in good overall condition and is on its original registration,Factory records held by the VOC don't include the Series D therefore its despatch information is unknown,Missing its side panels and points cover, these may be found and if so will be included in the sale,UK-registered from new and same owner since 2001,Complete with history file containing old V5s, old RF60 green log book dated 1967 and some Black Knight decals,Frame number is RD12881/F but incorrectly documented on old RF60 and V5C as RD12331/F, this can be rectified with assistance from the VOC,Correct crankcase numbers,Not used for some time so will require some recommissioning before road use,UK registered on a current V5C,

Electronic Stability Program (ESP); Safety Belt Pretensioners