This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. The Matchless G80 was a staple in the Matchless range from 1946 to 1966 This example is a G80CS the 'C stood for competition and the 'S for suspension ie. not ridged frame Powered by a 498cc single-cylinder pushrod, two-valve motor producing 28bhp Bud Ekins was an accomplished motorcycle racer and part of the Matchless race team for motocross and desert racing He was also a notable TV and film stuntman, famously performing the fence jump for Steve McQueen in the Great Escape This bike was built for desert racing from parts to a very high standard and then sold at auction in the US shortly before Bud passed away It remains in great condition and is running having recently been recommissioned Now UK-registered and is supplied with a current V5C along with correspondence relating to Bud's involvement with the bike