Propstore, a specialist auction house that frequently handles film memorabilia, has listed the on-screen motorcycle from Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight series for a live auction in London. The sale is scheduled to close on December 4 at 10:00 a.m. EST, and interested bidders can follow the process online or attend the venue in person.
The two-film prop appears in chase scenes where Batman (Christian Bale) evades the Joker (Heath Ledger). In the sequel’s climax, the same bike serves as a getaway vehicle for Catwoman (Anne Hathaway), adding to its cinematic relevance.
Production designer Nathan Crowley conceived the bike as an alternative to the Tumbler, aiming for a more agile silhouette that could cling to walls and pivot without forward motion. His design brief emphasized a lean frame that would look believable while performing stunt-heavy sequences.
Special-effects supervisor Chris Corbould oversaw its construction, applying techniques later seen in the James Bond franchise and the Oscar-winning Inception. The build process combined practical effects expertise with custom fabrication to achieve a functional yet visually striking prop.
Auction details and condition
The item is offered “as-is” and is non-functional; it lacks fluids, a battery, fuel tank and throttle controls, meaning it can only roll on a surface. This condition is clearly described in the catalogue, and potential buyers are advised that the bike cannot be driven without extensive restoration.
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Its custom chassis supports 31-inch Hoosier racing tires and a Honda 750 engine, while the faux cannon barrels combine plastic, resin and fiberglass. A decorative laser-targeting unit sits above the right-hand grip, replicating the on-screen weaponry.
Buyers will receive a metal display stand and a certificate of authenticity from Warner Brothers as part of the lot. The certificate confirms the prop’s provenance and links it directly to the production archives.
Collectors often value such pieces for their cultural resonance rather than practical use, and the rarity of a film-specific prop can drive interest beyond typical memorabilia markets. Enthusiasts cite the bike’s appearance in two blockbuster titles as a key factor in its desirability.
Price expectations and timeline
Current bids hover around $300,000, and Propstore estimates a final price between $600,000 and $1.2 million. The auction house expects competitive bidding given the prop’s iconic status and limited supply of comparable items.
