1950 Vincent Rapide Cold Start

When I was younger and stronger, 3 kicks. Sometimes, it still is. But I thought it right to share the cantankerous side of cold kick starting a 1000 Vincent.

[@Old_Sailor85]

Cool stuff in that garage/shop.

[@richardpoole7623]

Thanks 👍

[@obfuscator]

Lovely Chief sleeping in there too. Is Vincent for sale?

[@richardpoole7623]

Sadly, it is going on Bring A Trailer.

[@tap51tap51]

This is an absolute beauty of a machine. Looks to be well loved- for sale?

[@richardpoole7623]

Thank you so much. It is for sale. Look for it on Bring A Trailer very soon.

[@453421abcdefg12345]

Well, it did start! But you really should look into the correct starting procedure, it will make starting much easier, just look up stating the Vincent. Good luck! Chris B.

[@richardpoole7623]

Thanks, Chris. There are more "correct " cold starting procedures listed on the VOC forum than I have fingers and toes. This video happens to show probably the most stubborn cold start I have had with a Vincent twin. But the truth is the truth, and sometimes they can be a pig to start. But oh my gosh, what a glorious thing once you have lift off!