I just saw where "Big Sid" Biberman passed away from heart complications on June 22, 2013. He was 82 years old. Big Sid was a legend in the Vincent motorcycle world known for his tuning abilities and knowledge on all things Vincent.
I spoke to him once about buying a Vincent Rapide that did not have matching numbers, I was concerned that at $15,000.00 I might be paying too much. He was very adamant about just buying it and enjoying it..." who cares about matching numbers, just ride it !" In hindsight he was right.
He will be missed !