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Post by RedMoon11 on Oct 1, 2015 0:06:11 GMT
May and McQueen's bikes for sale
Bonhams to auction bikes owned by the Kind of Cool and Captain SlowPosted: 30 September 2015 by Simon Greenacre  No prizes for guessing who this belongs to Steve McQueen's Indian 750 Sport Scout could be yoursBONHAMS is selling bikes owned by Steve McQueen and James May in an auction at Staffordshire County Showground on October 18. With an estimated sale price of £55,000–£65,000, Steve McQueen’s 1934 Indian 750 Sport Scout is sure to be one of the auction's most prized lots, which includes more than 230 bikes. James May is selling his 1970 Honda PS50 sports moped (estimate: £1,800–£2,400), 1967 Honda CB450 ‘Black Bomber’ (estimate: £4,800–£5,600), 1973 Honda XL70 Trail (estimate: £2,000–£2,500) and Honda P50 moped (estimate: £400–£600). May has already off-loaded several of his bikes with Bonhams this year. In April, he sold a 2010 Yamaha SR400 customised by Deus Ex Machina, a 2010 Norton Commando 961SE, a 1979 Suzuki TS250, a Kawasaki 250cc A1 Samurai, a 1974 Yamaha 49cc FS1-E, 1976 Suzuki AP50 E, 1973 Honda CD175, 1975 Honda CB200 and a 980 Ossa 250cc MAR trials bike. Read more: www.visordown.com/motorcycle-news--general-news/may-and-mcqueens-bikes-for-sale/28238.html
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Post by RedMoon11 on Oct 1, 2015 0:25:44 GMT
 Property of James May1970 Honda PS50 Sports Moped
Registration no. SVR 316H Frame no. PC50-A29241 Engine no. PC50EA-A78455 Having conquered the world during the 1960s by producing millions of 'step-thru' mopeds based on it's original C100 Super Cub of 1958, Honda greatly expanded its range of this type of machine during the 1970s, offering a bewildering variety of models catering for every taste. Built initially with an overhead-camshaft engine but subsequently with an overhead-valve type, the PC50 arrived in 1970. A simple to use, 'twist-'n-go' model with single gear and automatic clutch, the economical PC50 was soon almost as common a sight on UK streets as the ubiquitous C100. A rare variant much less commonly seen was the PS50, a sports model featuring a 'proper' fuel tank, 'racing' seat and three-speed gearbox with manual clutch and twist-grip gear change. Most were sold in France and those that survive command high prices on the rare occasions they are offered for sale. They are fervently coveted by collectors. Believed restored, this example of one of the most desirable of all classic Honda mopeds was first registered in the UK in March 2013 and purchased by James from marque specialists David Silver Spares (sales invoice on file). Last used in 2014, the machine currently displays a total of 2,939 kilometres on the odometer and is described as in generally very good condition. Only minimal re-commissioning should be required before further use. Additional documentation includes a dating certificate, expired MoT (2014) and a V5C. www.bonhams.com/auctions/22727/lot/131/
1967 Honda CB450 'Black Bomber'Registration no. VEV 28E Frame no. 1010710 Engine no. 1007291 (see text) The arrival of the Honda CB450 in 1965 should have dispelled any lingering doubts about Japan's intention to compete in all sectors of the market. Known affectionately as the 'Black Bomber' after its black finish, it was Honda's largest model and capitalised on experience gained with a succession of smaller-capacity twins. Nevertheless, the CB450 departed from Honda's usual practice in a number of ways, in particular its use of twin overhead camshafts, torsion-bar valve springs and constant-velocity carburettors. The tubular frame, replacing Honda's traditional fabricated spine type, was another departure from the norm. With a top speed of over 100mph and a standing quarter-mile time in the 14-second bracket, the refined CB450 sounded the death knell, not just for the traditional British '500' but the entire UK motorcycle industry which, ever complacent, found itself at an ever increasing disadvantage in the all-important US marketplace. This CB450 was first registered, to Bridge Street Motorcycles of Witham, Essex, on 25th May 1967. The Honda was purchased by James in May 2014 and is described by him as in generally good condition. Last used in July 2015, it benefits from new ignition coils and HT leads, refurbished wiring loom and overhauled carburettors, though it should be noted that the starter motor requires attention. The machine is offered with its original old-style logbook (recording a different engine number), V5C registration document, sundry invoices and a quantity of expired MoT certificates and tax discs. www.bonhams.com/auctions/22727/lot/130/ 1973 Honda XL70 TrailRegistration no. FRN 226M Frame no. XL70-1008414 Engine no. XL70E-1008317 Whereas the British motorcycle industry tended to regard small-capacity lightweights as only fit for bread-and-butter commuting duties, the Japanese manufacturers offered a full range of model types in capacities of 100cc or less: mopeds, commuters, sports roadsters and trail bikes all featuring in the catalogues of the 'Big Four'. Introduced for 1974, the XL70 trail bike used Honda's 72cc overhead-camshaft single-cylinder engine and was in essence little more than a re-designated SL70, using the latter's tubular steel frame that had replaced the fabricated spine type used by the first of this family: the CL70 of 1970. The XL70 remained essentially unchanged until production ceased at the end of 1976. This example of a short-lived and rarely seen Honda lightweight was imported by DK Motorcycles and sold to the immediately preceding owner, its first in the UK, in June 2012 (sales receipt on file). Bought by James from Oxford Classic Honda in February 2013, the XL has been partly restored by James and comes with related invoices for parts and services, including a repaint. Described as in generally excellent condition, the machine also comes with dating letter, V5C registration document and an owner's manual. The provision of an 85cc 'big-bore' kit is the only notified deviation from factory specification. www.bonhams.com/auctions/22727/lot/133/
1967 Honda P50 MopedRegistration no. HVR 774F Frame no. A156034 Engine no. 154740 Having conquered the world during the early 1960s by producing millions of 'step-thru' mopeds based on it's original C100 Super Cub of 1958, Honda went on to expand greatly its range of similarly utilitarian machines. Introduced in 1966, the P50 (also known as the P25) represented a complete break from the Super Cub concept, mounting its 49cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine within the rear wheel assembly. BSA's 'Winged Wheel' was similar in layout and Honda itself had offered a 'clip-on' of this type (the F model Cub) back in 1952, though both of those had been two-strokes. Producing a giddy 1.2bhp at 4,200rpm, the P50 was capable of a top speed of 25mph. This particular P50 was first registered on 1st October 1967 and according to the accompanying V5C registration document has had only two former keepers. James acquired the Honda in April 2014. Last used in 2013, the machine will require re-commissioning, including curing a fuel leak from the carburettor, before returning to the road. Accompanying documentation includes the aforementioned V5C, an expired MoT (October 2014) and a DVLA Form V55/1 vehicle registration application, completed by the immediately preceding owner and endorsed by the East Anglian Cyclemotor Club, membership of which (or of the National Autocycle and Cyclemotor Club) would be the ideal way to enjoy such a machine. An instruction manual and spare parts price list are included in the sale. www.bonhams.com/auctions/22727/lot/132/ |
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Post by RedMoon11 on Nov 27, 2015 6:36:30 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Feb 18, 2016 23:32:55 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Mar 25, 2016 12:50:32 GMT
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Post by Flying Lady on Mar 25, 2016 13:36:49 GMT
That is SUCH a Mail headline. When you actually read the article, or read about it from other sources, it comes out that May has been his usual considerate and reasonable self and arranged a meeting with his neighbours to discuss his proposed building plans and amend them to minimalise inconvenience for those adjacent. When you look at the images of the floor plan drawing, it looks as though he's doing little more than re-building in the space a house with a more modern, open, usable plan. Reports say the new house is to be 6% larger than the old, which is not a shocking, sprawling post-modern mansion. According to The Daily Mirror (article written in a suitably sensationalist style, but containing what appears to be a few kernels of useful fact) the house is to be a three-bedroom, two bath affair, which hardly equates to lavishness and excess! |
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Post by RedMoon11 on Mar 25, 2016 14:37:01 GMT
In other words to quote the man himself  "Now as you'd expect, I've done this properly." - James May |
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Post by dit on Mar 25, 2016 18:15:12 GMT
You know, I'd seen photos of this interior and vaguely wondered where it was that James had found to store all his bikes. It never occurred to me that he'd had the nous to buy the house next door. |
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Post by Vienna on Apr 20, 2016 21:09:51 GMT
The old wood workshop next door, rather than house, he bought it in 2011.
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Post by RedMoon11 on May 10, 2016 20:19:48 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Jun 2, 2016 12:17:03 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Jun 29, 2016 12:08:36 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Jul 7, 2016 13:29:12 GMT
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Post by dit on Sept 5, 2016 23:54:24 GMT
James has been extremely unlucky with one of his new bikes. Damn these speed cameras! However, he has been honest about his lapse of judgement - and you have to sympathise. His comment on Twitter? "Speeding conviction update. Bit shameful, really. It's a fair cop, I'll come quietly."
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Post by RedMoon11 on Sept 7, 2016 12:48:49 GMT
James spoke to the DM 'May, 53, told MailOnline: 'It's a fair cop. I try to respect speed limits and rules in urban areas. 'Out on the motorways and in the country it's a bit different, but I try to abide by the rules in the city. 'I was caught this time. That stretch of road used to be 40 [miles per hour], but they recently brought it down to 30.' He said he would be taking a speed awareness course because he already has three points on his licence and can't afford to get any more. He refused to say by how much he was exceeding the speed limit, but told current Top Gear presenter Chris Harris he was 'mid brakey' when he was caught by the camera. May also tweeted his followers a map of where he was caught and mocked a 'customer review' on a leaflet about a speed awareness course he was sent. At the time of the incident, he tweeted: 'Bought new motorcycle. Busted for speeding in the first 16 miles.' He admitted that fans he had told were already calling for him to be given a new nickname.'  The TV presenter was clocked going above the 30mph speed limit on this stretch of road  He was caught shortly after buying the bike from this Honda dealership in Chiswick  (Not the new bike but included with the story) www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3774456/James-speeding-picking-new-motorbike.html#ixzz4JZWr3Ya4  www.standard.co.uk/news/london/james-may-caught-speeding-minutes-after-buying-new-honda-motorbike-in-west-london-a3337301.html |
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Post by RedMoon11 on Oct 10, 2016 19:38:10 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Apr 12, 2017 13:01:44 GMT
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bob
Smutty Mayhemer
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Post by bob on Apr 13, 2017 21:09:36 GMT
I'm sure they mean the Maidstone branch  |
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Post by RedMoon11 on May 30, 2017 12:12:30 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Nov 25, 2017 5:28:55 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Apr 28, 2018 6:47:26 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on May 4, 2018 0:21:47 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Dec 1, 2018 11:15:40 GMT
James May posted in JAMES MAY'S CARBOLICS on DriveTribe
23h ago 30 November 2018
All the leaves are brown, but the sky and my BMW are blue.
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Post by RedMoon11 on Oct 4, 2020 17:08:52 GMT
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Post by RedMoon11 on Oct 4, 2020 17:30:50 GMT
At school, I ran
Eight hundred metres.
It was fairly dire.
Today, I’m going to
Lap the ring-road,
On my blade of fire.
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"Now as you'd expect, I've done this properly." - James May
