The baby brother to the legendary Black Shadow, the Vincent Rapide was sold from 1936-55 in 3 distinct ‘Series’. The middle run was the Series B, which ended in 1948. The Rapide’s 998cc V-twin was good for 45 horsepower. By the standards of the 50’s, this motorcycle was absolutely incredible. Top speed was about 120 miles per hour, and you got between 50-60 miles per gallon, to boot. For more information and a pleasant story about someone riding a Series B Rapide, check out this article from Motorcycle Classics.
This specific Vincent Rapide (VIN: 10AB/1/194) received a ‘nut and bolt’ restoration and was shown at Legends of the Motorcycle at Half Moon Bay in 2007. Find this Vincent Rapide for sale in Lenexa, Kansas with bidding up to $60,300 and the reserve not yet met