Triumph is auctioning two limited edition James Bond motorcycles, donated by Daniel Craig, to support the RNLI in its 200th year.
The motorcycles featured in the film No Time To Die: a #003/250 Scrambler 1200 Bond Edition and a #001/250 Tiger 900 Bond Edition, both signed by the actor Daniel Craig, are being auctioned. They come with original V5C documents in Craig’s name and a certificate of authenticity.
In addition to the auction, there’s a chance to ride with James Bond’s stunt coordinator, Lee Morrison, and 007 stunt double, Paul Edmondson.
The auction, conducted by Bonhams | Cars Motorcycles, will take place during the Classic Motorcycle Mechanics Show on October 12 and 13 in Staffordshire, UK.
Fans will have a unique opportunity to own one or both of these historic motorcycles from the world of cinema and motorcycling, while also contributing to the RNLI – The Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
Daniel Craig commented on a press release: ‘The RNLI has been close to my heart all my life since growing up near the RNLI station at Hoylake. I have incredible memories of going afloat with the RNLI crew at Ramsgate to experience firsthand what it’s like to be part of the organisation that has saved over 146,000 lives since starting up over 200 years ago. I am honoured and immensely proud to support the RNLI and hope the auction of Triumph’s Limited Edition Bond motorcycles proves popular. The riding experience with Lee Morrison and Paul Edmondson adds another unique and exciting dynamic to the lots. I worked with Lee on Casino Royale, all the way through to No Time To Die; the opportunity is not to be missed and will help raise funds for the truly lifesaving cause that is the RNLI’.
From Triumph’s side, the CEO Nick Bloor said: ‘Triumph is delighted to support the 200th anniversary of the RNLI with this auction of two unique Bond motorcycles spearheaded by Daniel Craig. We wish all bidders the very best of luck with the auction of Daniel Craig’s Scrambler 1200 and Tiger 900 Bond Limited Editions, which are both unique motorcycles in Triumph’s history, and I hope that the winners enjoy the unique experience of riding with the incredible stunt riders Lee Morrison and Paul Edmondson. This really is a once in a lifetime opportunity!’.
James Stensel, Head of Bonhams|Cars Motorcycles department in the UK, stated: ‘We are honoured to be the auction house of choice, collaborating with three exceptional British institutions; The RNLI, Triumph Motorcycles, and Daniel Craig on this exciting and important project, especially on the RNLI’s 200th anniversary. Triumph and Daniel Craig’s donation of two such evocative and thrilling motorcycles for this worthy cause is truly inspiring’.