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1982 Suzuki XR69

Silverstone Auctions - The Classic Sale at Silverstone 2021 - Motorcycle
Silverstone, 30 July
  • Year of manufacture 
    1982
  • Motorcycle type 
    Street
  • Engine number 
    GS1000 121719
  • Lot number 
    16612
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Colour  
    Other
  • Location
    United Kingdom
  • Performance 
    72 PS / 53 kW / 72 BHP

Description

  • One of a batch of frames built by Harris in the late 1970s and early 80's
  • Built into its current XR69-spec by Trident Racing in 2009
  • Fitted with an air cooled GS1000 with approx.120bhp
  • Sold to Steve Wheatman of Team Classic Suzuki who had Maria Costello ride it with success at the Manx GP in 2010 to 2012
  • Raced by Maria also in CRMC events and in South Africa
  • Also ridden by Steve Plater and paraded by Roger Marshall
  • In 2014 the bike was raced by Steve Thompson at the Classic TT, Steve did a 109 mph lap but unfortunately suffered an engine failure and retired
  • Rebuilt in 2015 with the addition of a starter motor and alternator
  • Purchased by our vendor in 2017 and recommissioned to its current spec with correct 18" Dymag wheels to compete in the CRMC Superbike Period One championship
  • Bike complete with Kehin CR33 carbs and Dyna ignition
  • Complete with a selection of spares as pictured and a regulation 4 into 1 exhaust system. Spare bodywork also as pictured
  • In running order and ready to compete