371
1949 Koehler-Escoffier 125 Type K
No Reserve
Estimate:
€800 - €1,200

Complete Description

Unregistered
Frame No 3820

- Iconic brand

- Beautiful little French motorcycle

- Ideal for entering the world of classic motorcycles

- No reserve

 

Formed in 1912, the partnership between Marcel Koeler and Rene Escoffier gave birth to the brand bearing their name. From the 1920s under the leadership of Raymond Guiguet, Koehler-Escoffier motorcycles were known for their advanced technology and excellent results in competition, even in records with a spectacular 1,000cc twin-cylinder model. Financial difficulties led to its purchase in 1929 by Monet-Goyon, followed by the production of more modest machines, sometimes distributed under both brands.

This particular Type K is one of them. Equivalent to the Monet-Goyon S6V, it is fitted with a 122 cc two-stroke Villiers engine, fed by a Gurtner carburettor, a parallelogram fork and a rigid frame. It also carries a frame plate of the S6VU type. It was discovered in Languedoc where it was used as a decorative item in a nightclub, before being restored by our collector a few years ago. The electrical system remains to be completed, with a coil to be installed, delivered with the motorcycle. A lovely little machine, ideal for entering the world of classic motorcycles.


Please note that the estimate is 800 / 1200€ - Without reserve price, contrary to what is indicated on the paper catalogue, and not 8 000 / 12 000€.


Photos © Alexis Ruben 

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