So the bike arrived with me today and I was immediately drawn to the 'Y' symbol on the front:
The base colour appears to be a desert brown shade. I cannot find any other evidence of this colour on any other section of the bike at all.
It then looks to have had a layer of dark blue and then red - to make the guards armoured shield - or part of it.
The sandy brown colour and the letter Y is related to the 5th infantry division?
The wikipedia states they were transferred to the western front in March 1945.
Supported by the 6th Guards armoured brigade, they invaded Germany.
So I am now more confused. Artillery markings and possible link to the 5th inf.
Any thoughts?