Lightweight Matchless 250 G2 CSR 1967
1967 Matchless Lightweight 250 G2 CSR. I passed my test on one of these too many years ago so about a year ago I thought I would have another one and bought this. Sadly I just don't have the time to use it or the room to store it safely. This must be one of the very last ones made (I think they stopped making them in 66) and is a bit of a factory bitsa, Front brake and silencer are Norton parts and it has skinny alloy guards rather than the normal steel valanced items (all correct and as-built according to research by the previous owner who is a long time member of the owners club). Previous owner spent about 2 grand rebuilding this bike (receipts included) and it has had a rebore, new piston and replacement cylinder head among a host of other stuff. Easy starter, no smoke, gears, clutch, brakes and lights all work fine. Electrics have been re-wired and it has a modern battery (6v) hidden inside a dummy lucas case. Seat base is standard but it has been recovered in a different style, Tank has been lined and of course it leaks oil. I have the current V5 in my name and also the old green log book and MOTs from 2007. Taxed to June 2015 (free tax), VRN is not transferable. Its not concours but its a tidy usable classic and it deserves to see daylight. Speedo shows 3200 miles but it has been replaced at some point and cannot be taken as a true indication of actual mileage. Paypal or cash on collection only, Viewings welcomed (Near Boston, Lincs) but no test rides without a wedge o...