The first Matchless motorcycle was manufactured in 1899, and production began in 1901. Matchless was the trading name of Collier & Sons, the father Henry Herbert Collier and his sons Charlie and Harry. The Matchless tank badge was a winged 'M'. Like many motorcycle manufacturers of the time, they had started as bicycle manufacturers. They produced a JAP V-twin powered bike in 1905, with one of the earliest swing-arm rear suspensions, coupled with leading-link front forks. This Matchless 250cc was first registered overseas in 1959 although returned to the UK some years later. A splendid looking bike, this single cylinder Matchless appears to be complete but will require some work prior to re-commissioning. Having been dry stored for a number of years, the vendor has decided it is time for a new custodian to invest a little time and effort and have the joy of owning this handsome model.
The first Matchless motorcycle was manufactured in 1899, and production began in 1901. Matchless was the trading name of Collier & Sons, the father Henry Herbert Collier and his sons Charlie and Harry. The Matchless tank badge was a winged 'M'. Like many motorcycle manufacturers of the time, they had started as bicycle manufacturers. They produced a JAP V-twin powered bike in 1905, with one of the earliest swing-arm rear suspensions, coupled with leading-link front forks. This Matchless 250cc was first registered overseas in 1959 although returned to the UK some years later. A splendid looking bike, this single cylinder Matchless appears to be complete but will require some work prior to re-commissioning. Having been dry stored for a number of years, the vendor has decided it is time for a new custodian to invest a little time and effort and have the joy of owning this handsome model.
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