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September 2nd, 2010 by
Nick
It has com to the museum’s attention that there is an unauthorised product on sale, The National Motorcycle Museum disclaims any responsibility for its quality or accuracy. We would also like to highlight that while private photography is permitted, anyone doing photos or video for commercial use can only do so by prior arrangement.
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September 2nd, 2010 by
Nick
1921 225cc Triumph Junior
Triumph’s first motorcycle with a two-stroke engine was unveiled at the 1913 Olympia Show. Soon nicknamed the ‘Baby Triumph’ the 35mph Junior was aimed at utility and novice riders, keenly priced at less than £45.
The basic three-port 225cc (64 x 70mm) engine runs on a 12:1 petrol-oil mix. A decompressor valve operated [...]
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August 19th, 2010 by
Jenny
The key to a successful conference often lies in the venue. This article explains how a refreshing and unusual choice can invigorate commercial conferences and events.
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August 6th, 2010 by
Nick
1950 Norton 500T
An example of the much-admired Norton 500T sold from 1949 to 1954 has joined our display. Based on a prototype built by road racer Artie Bell and inventor Rex McCandless, designer of the legendary Norton Featherbed frame, it blends Norton’s torquey 490cc ohv ES2 engine with a modified rigid frame from a military [...]
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August 6th, 2010 by
Nick
1961 250cc Norman B4 Sports
One of the prettiest British lightweights ever, but sadly the last motorcycle made by the Norman factory in Ashford, Kent. The B4 Sports was released in 1961, when Norman’s reputation as a maker of quality lightweights was at its height. Powered by a twin-cylinder Villiers 2T two-stroke engine, the B4 Sports [...]