Vehicle Description
To be OFFERED AT AUCTION at Auctions America's Auburn Fall event,
August 31-3, 2017.
Chassis No.
Y26-24259
Estimate:
$ 25,000 - $ 30,000 US
The Batcycle made its appearance in the 1966 TV series Batman, and
was based on a Yamaha Catalina 250. Robin's sidecar carried a
detachable self-propelled vehicle, and both were ready for
action.
This 1966 Yamaha Batcycle YH-350 is a show cycle that was formerly
owned by Code One Enterprises TV and Movie Cars and also spent time
with a private owner in the United Kingdom. The Batcycle was
assembled using steel and fiberglass components. The fiberglass
elements were produced using the original molds and blueprints from
the 1966 Greenway Productions Television Show "Batman", that are
stated on a prior Bill of Sale as recognized property of Code One
Movie Cars in 2003 when the cycle went to the UK.
Various parts were utilized from the Yamaha and BMW motorcycles and
"Kett-car" go-karts produced by Toys R' Us. The Batcycle is
reported as an original fabrication, produced in its entirety by
Code One Movie Cars for entertainment and display purposes only.
Paperwork accompanies the Batcycle that reflects the Code One
association.
This excellent re-creation is finished in the same colors and
markings as the original and is equipped with the side car and a
replica of Robin's self-propelled vehicle. The bike is powered by a
two-cylinder engine with a manual transmission. The Batcycle is
recognized for the radically shaped front fairing which is
complemented by the sidecar having a similar component that encases
the sidecar spoked wheel and the faux exhaust at the back of the
batwing profile. The front fender and bike's rear fender also have
Batcycle-specific profiles. A red light stanchion, Batman insignia
adorned sidecar back, and wire wheels complete the crime-fighting
machine in proper Bat-style.
