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c.1978 Suzuki TS250 'Vic Camp Clubman Racer' Project Frame no. TS2504-20510 Engine no. TS2504 00...
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c.1978 Suzuki TS250 'Vic Camp Clubman Racer' Project Registration no. unregistered Frame no. TS2504-20510 Engine no. TS2504 0031 20562 Suzuki's popular TS250 trail bike seems an unlikely basis for an affordable clubman's racer, yet that is what Vic Camp – the former UK Ducati importer – achieved in the 1970s. UK importers Heron Suzuki GB marketed Vic's conversion as the 'Suzuki Grand Prix' and 'Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 Clubman Racer': 'It's closely based on the standard Suzuki TS250 Trailbike deliberately with the minimum of alteration, so that its spares remain inexpensive and easy to get, unlike most other racing motorcycles. 'Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 offers two positive advantages. It is a fraction of the price of any other new 250 racer, and clearly presents a much better bet for the Club rider than a well-used, worn out 250 of another make. One has lapped the Brands Hatch short circuit in the hands of an ordinary rider in just 57 seconds, so you can bet you'll see several around this season. 'The Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 is simple, a modified TS250, one of the famous Suzuki Trailbikes. That they're rugged and perform well is demonstrated by Vic's choice, and in standard form they offer a combination of style, economy and reliability that's hard to beat.' It is estimated that 48 Vic Camp Suzukis were made. Heron Suzuki's April 1977 advertising in Motor Cycle News showed the Vic Camp Clubman Racer complete with full fairing, large tank, racing seat, wire-spoked wheels, tubular swinging arm, underslung exhaust, and a Suzuki TLS front brake. This contrasts with the machine offered here, which features alloy wheels, a disc front brake, box-section swinging arm, an upswept exhaust, and different tank and seat, pointing to the conclusion that it is a later model. The Suzuki is offered for restoration, its mechanical condition and completeness being unknown (the engine turns over). There are no documents with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed. Key not required (ignition barrel removed). Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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c.1978 Suzuki TS250 'Vic Camp Clubman Racer' Project Registration no. unregistered Frame no. TS2504-20510 Engine no. TS2504 0031 20562 Suzuki's popular TS250 trail bike seems an unlikely basis for an affordable clubman's racer, yet that is what Vic Camp – the former UK Ducati importer – achieved in the 1970s. UK importers Heron Suzuki GB marketed Vic's conversion as the 'Suzuki Grand Prix' and 'Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 Clubman Racer': 'It's closely based on the standard Suzuki TS250 Trailbike deliberately with the minimum of alteration, so that its spares remain inexpensive and easy to get, unlike most other racing motorcycles. 'Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 offers two positive advantages. It is a fraction of the price of any other new 250 racer, and clearly presents a much better bet for the Club rider than a well-used, worn out 250 of another make. One has lapped the Brands Hatch short circuit in the hands of an ordinary rider in just 57 seconds, so you can bet you'll see several around this season. 'The Vic Camp Suzuki TS250 is simple, a modified TS250, one of the famous Suzuki Trailbikes. That they're rugged and perform well is demonstrated by Vic's choice, and in standard form they offer a combination of style, economy and reliability that's hard to beat.' It is estimated that 48 Vic Camp Suzukis were made. Heron Suzuki's April 1977 advertising in Motor Cycle News showed the Vic Camp Clubman Racer complete with full fairing, large tank, racing seat, wire-spoked wheels, tubular swinging arm, underslung exhaust, and a Suzuki TLS front brake. This contrasts with the machine offered here, which features alloy wheels, a disc front brake, box-section swinging arm, an upswept exhaust, and different tank and seat, pointing to the conclusion that it is a later model. The Suzuki is offered for restoration, its mechanical condition and completeness being unknown (the engine turns over). There are no documents with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed. Key not required (ignition barrel removed). Footnotes: All lots are sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding. REQUEST A TRANSPORT QUOTE Please click the link to request a transport quote from our recommended transport company, Moving Motorcycles. To request a UK or European shipping quote - Moving Motorcycles To request an International shipping quote - Shippio Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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