Believed c. 1903/04 Rover 2 1/2 hp engine, 300 cc, number 16...

Hammer

£380

Believed c. 1903/04 Rover 2 1/2 hp engine, 300 cc, number 162.
The company began to develop and produced the Rover Imperial motorcycle in November 1902. This was a 3.5hp diamond-framed motorcycle with the engine in the centre and 'springer' front forks, an improvement ahead of its time. This first Rover motorcycle had innovative features such as a spray carburettor, a bottom-bracket engine, and mechanically operated valves. Featuring a strong frame with double front down tubes and a good quality finish, over a thousand Rover motorcycles were sold in 1904. The following year, however, Rover stopped motorcycle production to concentrate on their 'safety bicycle'.
Buyers should satisfy themselves as to the completeness and originality of this engine.