1929 Ariel 249cc Model LB, Registration no. FB 7791 Frame no. L6656 Engine no. L6509

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1929 Ariel 249cc Model LB
Registration no. FB 7791
Frame no. L6656
Engine no. L6509
Like the whole economy, which was in the middle of the depression, the motorcycle industry was having a tough time in 1929. Ariel offered a range of six models that year including the new model LB, a 250cc side valve. The motorcycle offered here was first registered in July 1929. It is accompanied by a V5C and a continuation green log book issued in December 1974. The only recorded keeper in the log book is the vendor's father in law, so it has been in long term family ownership for at least 43 years. This very attractive lightweight was used regularly by the vendor's late husband, and was frequently to be seen participating in the Banbury and Graham Walker Runs. We are informed that the old battery has been removed. It has not been used for over two years and re-commissioning is recommended before it once again takes to the road.