The policy of including as standard all the performance-orientated ‘extras’ that customers might want to fit later (pioneered on the Continental) was an enormous success, and this concept was extended further by the Crusader’s ultimate development – the Continental GT – which arrived in November 1964. For his £270 the GT owner got clip-on ‘bars, rear-set footrests, racing-style glassfibre tank, and ‘bacon slicer’ brake cooling discs up front, in addition to an extra 1.5bhp. With its café racer styling, brisk performance and excellent handling, the GT was every young motorcyclist’s dream and a well-deserved success for Royal Enfield.
This nicely presented 1965 Royal Enfield 250cc Continental GT has enjoyed many years on static display in the MotoTalbott Museum in Carmel, California, and has been subsequently re-commissioned to ready it for sale, but further fettling may be necessary before returning it to regular use.
Engine no. 16376 (Refer to photo)
Frame no. 70918
Location: Ventura, California
SOLD
