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When it debuted in 1952, the Meteor 700 was the largest displacement parallel twin made in Britain. The Super Meteor came out four years later and thanks to its 40 horsepower parallel-twin engine, it was the first Royal Enfield capable of hitting 100 miles per hour.
In a 1956 test, MotorCycle magazine summarized the Super Meteor with: ‘Touring character… luxurious specification… performance literally on tap.’
The bike was powerful and comfortable, making it easy to market as a touring bike (especially with Royal Enfield’s factory-optional luggage). This also made it a suitable platform for the addition of a sidecar.
This example is VIN: SMQA4743. The seller acquired it over twenty years ago as an inheritance from his grandfather.
During his ownership, the seller has covered roughly 400 miles. The odometer shows 6,101 miles.
Maintenance:
Service work was performed by International Classic Motorcycles and Motortrikes in Coombs, British Columbia.
April 2024:
– replace cracked carb float, trim gasket to prevent interference with float
March 2024:
– fix lock, 2 new keys
– fix exhaust leak and both muffler joints and head
– lubricate choke and throttle cables
February 2023:
– replace oil filler gasket
– change primary oil
– adjust chain slack
– replace crush washers in rocker feed lines
– add sealant to outer primary cover
April 2023
– rebuild motor and transmission
– new tires and brake shoes
– rebuild rear master cylinder
– extensive polishing of sidecar, leather preserver on sidecar seat
– new 12V bulbs for marker lights and brake light
– new footpeg rubber
– adjust timing
– new petcock
– new regulator/rectifier
Our partners at Dreamcycle inspected the bike and have provided the following condition report:
Mechanical Issues:
“High beam not working.”
Modifications:
Steib S501 sidecar.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Metzeler tires with date codes of 4022, 4221, and 3221.
The sale includes 2 ignition keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“It has many marks and signs of wear. Rub mark on front fender, rub marks on side car fender, rust spots in various locations, paint damage under rear of sidecar.”
Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Royal Enfield is offered on a clean British Columbia registration. Have any Super Meteor stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
