In 1912 the first NUT branded motorcycle was produced at a modest factory in Newcastle, United Kingdom. NUT drew its name from the location: Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Just a year later, the founder, Hugh Mason, rode a JAP engined NUT to victory in the Isle of Man Junior TT with just 46 seconds separating first and second place.
The TT win helped to put NUT on the map and prompted by this sudden fame, they quickly introduced a range of motorcycles for the 1914 model year: 350cc, 375cc and 500cc and a 775cc V-Twin for sidecar use.
However with the outbreak of World War One, production had to be halted and few orders were actually produced. NUT motorcycles were in production until 1933, when the depression put an end to their venture. It is believed fewer than 400 motorcycles were build in total and very few in the first years of production. Only a handfull of 770cc V-Twins are accounted for today according to the VMCC.
This magnificent 1914 NUT 775cc V-Twin was restored a number of years ago in the UK, after which it was sold to Sweden. It has been with the same collector family since 1993, and always well cared for. The NUT was only used for summer outings and gatherings, and remains in near mint condition. Paint and plate is in perfect condition and the NUT motorcycle would not be out of place exhibited in a museum or at a concours show.
The only fault that needs adressing is a broken clutch pedal. The original cast one can be welded back together or if one want to fit one made from solid, a faithful replica has been machined and needs final machining to fit. The wicker picnic chair is believed to be original to the motorcycle but can be sold separately upon negotiation.
There is a dent to the mudguard on the chair and it would need to be hammered out and repainted. Otherwise the sidecar is in the same near mint condition and is an unusual sight. The NUT motorcycle will need light recommissioning before use and will be a very rewarding outfit to bring to the road.
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