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After the close of the First World War, the British motorcycle industry rose to prominence as British motorcycles became almost unbeatable in competitions. However, a shortage of these new model bikes pushed prices to a premium and most people were forced to settle for pre-war designs.

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War and the aftermath /The overhead-valve engine becomes a reality /Expanding options /Saddle tanks and wired-on tyres /The last years of the vintage period /Further reading and clubs /Places to visit

Vintage Motorcycles

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    A Paperback by Jeff Clew

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      Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
      Publication Date: 10/10/2009 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780747802778, 978-0747802778
      ISBN10: 0747802777

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      After the close of the First World War, the British motorcycle industry rose to prominence as British motorcycles became almost unbeatable in competitions. However, a shortage of these new model bikes pushed prices to a premium and most people were forced to settle for pre-war designs.

      Table of Contents
      War and the aftermath /The overhead-valve engine becomes a reality /Expanding options /Saddle tanks and wired-on tyres /The last years of the vintage period /Further reading and clubs /Places to visit

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