A 1951 Francis-Barnett 'Merlin' 122cc motorcycle. One of Francis-Barnett's first post-war offerings was the Model 51 Merlin. Introduced in 1946, it was powered by the 122cc Villiers 9D twin-port engine, within a rigid frame equipped with a girder front fork. Handsome and lightweight, the well-equipped Merlin came with a speedometer and direct lighting as standard. A particularly neat touch was the oil tank- complete with petrol mix measure - attached to the rear chain stays. Restored and in working condition. Provenance: Ex the estate of an Auckland gentleman who completed the restoration.