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Offline nmcelwee

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Grandad's motorbike
« on: March 14, 2012, 12:55:48 AM »
Hi

I've had this photo of my Grandad shooting rabbits out on the Canterbury plains here in NZ as my screen wallpaper for ages but I would like to know what bike he has.  From the uniform it must be from around WW1. Any ideas on the bike?
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Re: Grandad's motorbike
« Reply #1 on: March 14, 2012, 01:26:39 AM »
Spot on with the date - the bike is a 1914 Triumph. 550cc, belt drive to three-speed Sturmey Archer rear hub (like a giant push bike one), pedals for starting, and the optional B&B carby rather than the usual double-barrel Triumph item. A man of taste.
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Re: Grandad's motorbike
« Reply #2 on: March 14, 2012, 08:21:56 PM »
Thanks Cardan.  I'm very impressed with both your speed of reply and knowledge of vintage motorcycles!  You made my day.
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