Lea Francis 592cc V-Twin M.A.G.1923
Article Nr.: M-222
Lea Francis 592cc V-Twin M.A.G.1923
Engine number: 2C12 No.42568 Frame number: 3087
Year: 1923 Cylinder capacity: 592 cc
Documents: old British green logbook, British V5C registration
This especially rare and highly original Lea-Francis motorcycle is in a nice patinated condition, showing the age of this historic collector's item.
Lea & Francis manufactured motorcycles from 1912 till 1924, using JAP and MAG engines. It is known that about 1500 machines had been produced, of which only about 20 are believed to have survived.
This 1923 Lea-Francis is fitted with quality components, as the interesting Swiss made 592 cc 2 cylinder V-twin M.A.G. engine, three speed Sturmey Archer gearbox and Brampton Biflex front forks.
Further equipments include Amac carburettor, BTH magneto ignition, Brooks pan saddle and complete acetylene lighting set with a rare British made "Bobjon" headlamp.
Lubrication of the engine is provided by an Enots oil drip-feed system, braking is concluded through dummy rim type brakes.
Increasing the speciality of this early vintage motorcycle, the Lea-Francis still has its old British green cardboard logbook.
This 1923 Lea Francis runs and rides fine, video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3wOP5LhLpc
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