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EV120VRip and EV120D during a VOC eventhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/ev120d-copy.jpgEV120D copyEV120D as built by Rip Tragle in 1979 (NY, USA)2024-01-13T22:45:32+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2023/11/17/closure-of-the-egli-workshop-after-nearly-60-years/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/picture1.pngpicture1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/picture1.jpgpicture12023-11-18T16:16:59+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2023/11/01/for-sale-in-france-egli-front-wheel-with-campagnolo-disks-calipers/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/dscn3071.jpgdscn30712023-11-01T23:55:12+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2023/01/16/for-sale-a-comet-in-modern-outfit/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/c422439c-2a9c-4810-b2f0-8434924a90ef.jpegc422439c-2a9c-4810-b2f0-8434924a90efhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/60a82171-9d6e-4094-91ff-37129fd44e40.jpeg!60a82171-9d6e-4094-91ff-37129fd44e402023-01-16T15:40:43+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/cees-fick-vincent/2023-01-02T03:35:17+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/4-sale/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/20200419_142938-1.jpg20200419_142938For Sale in Sweden on 11/4/2020 | Genuine Egli-Vincent assembled by Slater EV48D is quite an exceptional Egli-Vincent, not only because it was built from an early frame delivered by Egli to Roger Slater, but also because it is still in a very original condition from 1969. The bike was collected from Slater by the original owner in the winter 1969-70, and was registered as a 1970 model in Sweden. EV48D is known as the first Egli imported in this country and in fact it was exhibited at the Malmo Motorcycle Fair in 1970. The original owner kept it for 48 years and then it sold it to the current owner in 2018. The engine was overhauled completely approximatively 20 years ago, and the bike has been virtually unused since then. Compression is 9:1 compression, it has the Mk II cams fitted, Robinson front brake and Vincent rear brake, Dunlop rims, Metal Profile front forks and newly installed Grosset starter and 12v Alton. Contact Mikael at mkyander@live.sehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/dsc_0005-1024x701-1.jpgDSC_0005-1024x701For sale in the USA on 3/1/2020 | 998 Egli-Vincent by Godet The bike offered here was part of the very discerning collection of Mars Webster. Mars commissioned the bike from Patrick Godet in September of 2001 to 998cc Black Shadow specification. New crankcases were provided by Andy Molnar and housed all new internals and a 4-speed gearbox with a dry multi-plate clutch. Amal concentric 30mm carbs mix fuel and air, while a Godet-designed exhaust expel gases. Mars updated a few things during his ownership, including an upgrade to the starter motor. Mars enjoyed the bike immensely. As one of the prized jewels of his collection, the accompanying file tells the story of trips to France to view the bike, Godet’s trips to Southern California to visit the bike in its home and evidence of many shows, including The Legend of the Motorcycle event and the Del Mar Concours. Written up in several magazines, the bike was also a feature of an Yves San Laurant television ad – see photos below. Now with a thoroughly enjoyed 5,105 miles on the odometer, the bike presents perfectly – testament to the care with which the bike was ridden, stored and maintained. This marks a wonderful opportunity to acquire the perfect culmination of classic motorcycling in a fast, modern café racer package, exuding an abundance of style. Asking $99,000 Contact: Classic Avenue (CA)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/70-1.jpg70-1To be Auctioned in the UK on May 6, 2020 | Egli-Vincent built by Bob Dunn Originally built by Bob Dunn over 25 years ago, it was recently restored by Phil Cotton Motorcycles Co. Will be auctioned on May 6, 2020 by Charterhouse under the lot 70. Descrition as per the following: 1948 Egli-Vincent Replica. Registration number SSJ 577, Frame number 82653, Engine number F10AB/1/665. Uprated and restored by Phil Cotton Classic Motorcycles, and many new parts fitted: (NEW) Ceriani front forks, clip-on, headlamp, speedo, tacho, levers, front and rear Manx mudguards, custom seat, rear suspension, Goldstar silencer, repainted... History documentation supplied Good running condition Motorcycle location: Kent Estimat; 35,000-40,000 GBP Link to the auction cataligue [link]https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/egli-hi-res.jpgEgli Hi ResContact 01494 868218 or visit http://www.norbsa02.freeuk.com/GodetEgliVincent1330.htmFor sale in the UK on 2/7/2020 | Egli-Vincent Godet 1330 Stunning 1330 built by Godet in 2019 with 750 Miles. This is the one of the few bikes built to Euro 3 spec. Yes you read right, and the first to sell on the pre-owned market. This is a Sport GT with a more comfortable riding position than the Café Racer but shares the same basic specification. Traditional right hand gearchange, one up - four down. 230mm 4LS Fontana type brake at the front, TLS at the rear. Comes with extra catalyst complete exhaust system, single & dual seats, luggage rack that can be used with either & a St./St. paddock stand. (all in stainless steel) Asking price: £73,000 Contact 01494 868218 or visit http://www.norbsa02.freeuk.com/GodetEgliVincent1330.htm https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/egli3.jpgEgli3For sale in the UK on 2/5/20 | Egli-Vincent 1330 Café Racer by Godet Stunning 1330 Café Racer. It has the latest spec (2016) with 98hp at the rear wheel, the bigger front brake and the 4 speed box. Only 1300 miles on the clock. "...I read 137 mph once and it was still accelerating!. No mechanical problems whatsoever." Oil, filters were just changed and set clearances done. Starts on the button and is immaculate. Asking price: £80,000 Contact: davidjackson200@gmail.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/egli2.jpgEgli2For sale in the UK on 2/5/20 | Egli-Vincent 1330 Café Racer by Godet Stunning 1330 Café Racer. It has the latest spec (2016) with 98hp at the rear wheel, the bigger front brake and the 4 speed box. Only 1300 miles on the clock. "...I read 137 mph once and it was still accelerating!. No mechanical problems whatsoever." Just changed oil, filters, and set clearances. Starts on the button and is immaculate. Asking price: £80,000 Contact: davidjackson200@gmail.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/dscf52531.jpgFor sale in the UK on 2/1/2020 | Rare HMR Egli 1000 HMR was a brand that incorporated by David Hailwood from the former JMR (John Mossey Restoration) when JMR's management took over the business. Only 9 bikes were assembled and this Roadster is believed to be the only one of that kind. This Roadster has a dual seat pillion, footrest and Vincent straight handle bars.' Engine is a 998cc. with DRAT crankcases and covers, Carrillo conrods, Alpha Crank and a 5-speed Quaife gearbox with very rare kick starter and Vincent Valve Lifters along with an electric starter. This bike is still as new as when it was built and will need running in as only done tiny miles road testing it to set it up to run nice, it was then put in a motorcycle collection where it still resides. Asking price for this rare limited edition bike is £45,000. Contact: frankchevypat@talktalk.nethttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/s-l1600a.jpgs-l1600aFor sale in USA on 11/26/2019 | 1000 Egli-Vincent by Godet (1968) With only 585 miles on the odometer, the bike presents perfectly. On static display for practically its entire life, the motorcycle will need re-commissioning before returning to the most exhilarating of road rides. For additional information, photos, etc. Asking price: $109,000 Contact Classic Avenue at Venice, CA 90294 e-mail info@classicavenue.com phone (424) 265.0645 ClassicAvenue.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/image.jpgimageFor sale in Germany on 11/26/2019 | 1000 Egli-Vincent by Mossey (1998) Black/Golden Stripe, single seat, clip-ons, rearsets, bar end indicators, black engine and gearbox, BTH magneto, 12V electrics, electric starter only, Laverda drum brakes front and rear. German registration TÜV 4/2020, english black numberplate available. Offers around €49000 / £42000 / $53950 Bike located in Hamburg, Germany. Contact mirkothun@hotmail.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/image1.jpegimage1SOLD in Germany on 12/24/2019 | Rare Vincent Comet Metisse A very special bike as only one was built in 1988 with a 1952 Comet engine by Jack Barker. Marzocchi front fork with a 9in Grimeca 4LS front brake. Conical rear hub. BTH magneto, and Alton 12V alternator. The bike comes with additional Rickman Avon style half fairing (as seen on Classic Bike Magazine). The bike is located in Hamburg (D) and is licensed and TÜV/MOT until 04/2020. 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Nickel plate frame, Matching Grimeca Drums front and rear, Genuine Ohlins rear suspension This bike also boasts a superb Bob Dunn built engine. The bike has been in our family since 2006 and we are only selling it to make space for a Classic car.Located in Leamington spa, Warwickshire. Contact +44 (0)7717 712663https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/s-l1600.jpgs-l1600SOLD on eBay on 2/1/2015 | NorVin project 500 Comet This bike is especially rare because it was built in the early sixties and registered as a ‘Vinton’ at that time. Chassis Wideline Norton featherbed frame Short Roadholder forks Dunlop alloy rims on full width Norton hubs Long circuit fibreglass petrol/oil tank Manx seat Clip-ons All the chassis parts are in very useable condition but need stripping and repainting. The seat has a scuff in the fabric. There is no brake pedal, kick-starter and no electrics. There are front engine plates but no rears. The front mudguard is the wrong type but could be made to fit with a small bracket. All parts are loosely assembled only and a set of new fasteners will be needed. There is a new exhaust pipe and an old Vincent silencer (not shown in the pictures). Engine/transmission Vincent Comet 500cc engine 1951 - Series C. 1 1/8” Amal carb (Black Shadow size) and float chamber Vincent primary and gearbox The engine is only loosely assembled. There is a crank, rod & piston in the engine, which turns over freely. The barrel is in good condition and on standard bore size. The valve gear has been removed and along with the primary drive, is in a separate box. There are no cams present and most of the cover screws are missing. Other than that the engine looks complete, but I am not a Vincent expert so I cannot guarantee this. Obviously the complete power unit will need to be fully rebuilt. The bike was built and registered as a 1000cc Vinton in 1964. (The DVLA will need to be informed that it now has a 500cc engine). The modern V5C is present as well as the original 60s log book and the interim blue and white V5. The bike still has a 1964 tax disc with the word Vinton on it! This makes the bike as close as you can get to a ‘genuine’ sixties café racer and could even be described as an 'original' Norvin/Vinton. Once rebuilt, it will be so much more interesting than the hordes of identikit Tritons outside the Ace café. Google 500 Norvin images to see just how good it will look. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Norvin-Vinton-project-Norton-featherbed-frame-and-Vincent-Comet-engine-1964-/311269508166?nma=true&si=lT8zVa8rfIM6HbRcg%252BcuJlqjEDw%253D&orig_cvip=true&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2557https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image.jpgimageSold by Bonhams on 4/25/2010 | Nprin with chopped Black Shadow engine Lot 459 C.1954 NORTON-VINCENT 1,200CC 'NORVIN' Frame no. J14 67199 Engine no. 1B/6842 Sold for £20,700 (US$ 27,106) inc. premium https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/18221/lot/459/?category=listhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/s-l500b.jpgs-l500bSOLD on September 1, 2016 (UK) | Shadow 70 by Slater Proposed on eBay this Shadow 70 built by Roger Slater in late 1970 or likely early 1971 based on the V.I.N. (VIN37) - not 1968 . Note that the engine is an original Vincent that has been chopped and transmission (gearbox/primary) replaced by Norton element. Price is £35,000 as Buy it Now. Contact: http://www.ebay.com/itm/222209407161?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIThttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/img_77581.jpgimg_77581SOLD on 04/09/2016 in the UK | Egli-Vincent (Replica) This Egli Vincent has been built by Conway Motors and has been ridden less than 500 miles. Asking price: £36,000 Contact: steve@conway-motors.co.uk 01622 872715 More: http://conway-motors.co.uk/wp/?page_id=12https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/motorbike350466.jpgmotorbike350466For sale in the UK | Egli-Vincent Replica £55000 1330cc Superlight built by by Cottino Racing in 2009. Engine was commissioned from Bob Dunn with crankcases cast in Magnesium. 5-speed gearbox. 36mm Mikuni carbs. Frame from Andy Sidlow. Ceriani suspensions and upgraded by Maxton. Front and rear brakes from Fontana (Magnesium) laced into flanged alloy rims with stainless spokes. All the fittings on the bike are stainless or titanium. The bike is registered on its original 1950 paperwork which is now registered as a Egli Vincent. Contact: http://motorcycles-for-sale.biz/sale.php?id=473252022-01-15T23:54:00+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2020/08/17/for-sale-ex-godet-enclosed-d/2022-01-05T19:55:30+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2021/12/21/egli-picador-project-for-sale/2022-08-22T15:27:24+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2021/05/20/best-motorcycles-book-of-all-time/2021-05-30T09:51:40+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2020/12/13/1968-comet-special-for-sale/2020-12-13T17:16:28+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2020/11/04/genuine-egli-vincent-for-sale/2020-11-05T04:48:32+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2020/06/29/a-short-summary-of-my-early-vincent-rider-life/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/quota.jpgquotaI used regularly my 1100 Quota for long trips, fully loaded, like the pilgrimage to Mandello every 5 years. In 2021 it will be the 100 years of the brand and I will be there. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/ghezzi.jpgghezziMy most “interesting” Italian is perhaps this Ghezzi Brian 1100 Supertwin; one of only 2 officially sold in France by Behra motos in 2001. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/side.jpgsideI believe I can say that Moto Guzzi is a long-standing passion for me. I own 4 of them including this 1000 Daytona matted to a GX Racer by DJ Construction: very playful on twisty roads! (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2020.jpg!2020What is better than one Egli-Vincent? Two of course. In 2020, I acquired this 1330 Sport GT along my 998 Café Racer. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2017.jpg!2017It is also during this 5th EVG Rally that I met the owner of this “Green Flash” who was thinking to sell his bike. Shortly after, it was mine and I attended the next EVG Rally with my new Egli-Vincent, here in front of the Abbaye de Cluny. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2016_2-feli.jpg2016_2 feliOne year later, for the 5th EVG Rally, I was riding my Ducati 900 MHR and had the privilege to ride with numerous Egli-Vincents in the beautiful Natural Parc of the Mont Pilat between Lyon and Valence in France. (Courtesy of Feli Frei, Egli Motorrad)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2015_2.jpgVoxan CharadeIn 2015, I attended the 4th EVG Rally in the wonderful Jura region, I was offered to assist the Vincent riders because I knew well the local roads. It was my pleasure to join, riding my Voxan Charade, here behind the Egli. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/2005.jpg!2005Everything started the day my brother in law introduced me to his newly acquired Egli-Vincent Café Racer by Godet. I felt immediately for it recognizing that it would not be tomorrow that I could afford it. It was in 2005 and I will have to wait 11 years to get mine own. (Courtesy of Hervé Blondeau)2020-06-29T14:07:06+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2020/05/04/vincent-road-to-heaven-published-in-super-special-22/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/cover.pngcoverhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/capture.pngCaptureAccess to SuperSpecial website Download your free copy #222020-05-04T17:18:17+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/30/salt-speed-addiction-at-bonneville/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/98-bonneville-13.jpg98 Bonneville 13Rollie Free in 2012 Courtesy of Mars Websterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/09-2007-kurt-carlson-2007-3.jpg09 2007 Kurt Carlson 2007 3Kurt Carlson on his Black Lightning in 2007https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-2007-terry-prince-and-russell-wright.jpg08 2007 Terry Prince and Russell WrightTerry Prince and Russell Wright in 2007https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-2008-hamel-2008.jpg07 2008 Hamel 2008Steve Hamel in 2008https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-b-max-lambky-and-don-vesco.jpg05 b Max Lambky and Don VescoMax Lambky and Don Vesco in 1996 Don Baker Photohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-10-a.jpg03 10 aRussell Wright in New Zealandhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-dickerson.jpg02 DickersonThe Vincent advertisement in the 50s, featuring the Bonneville speed records.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/002-02-dickerson_3-1953-bonneville-record-raised-to-147-85-mph-stood-for-20-yrs.jpg002 02 dickerson_3 1953 Bonneville, record raised to 147.85 MPH, stood for 20 yrsMarty Dickerson in 1953 Bonneville, record raised to 147.85 MPH, stood for 20 years Courtesy of Marty Dickersonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/001-01-rollie_free02.jpg001 01 Rollie_Free02Rollie Free Courtesy of Marty Dickersonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/001-01-rollie_free01.jpg001 01 Rollie_Free01Rollie Free, flat out at Bonneville. This picture surely contributed to make him a legend as well as Vincent. Courtesy of Marty Dickerson2020-05-04T16:37:09+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/egli-vincent-by-mossey/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/jmc-67113.jpgJMC 67113The Norvin proposed by JMC with full frame, opposed to the earliest models having a structured engine.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/screen-shot-2013-06-30-at-1-34-11-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2013-06-30 at 1.34.11 PM.png2024-08-14T05:41:45+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/1-the-vincent-abcd-book/the-best-names-behind-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/tz750nov09-001-copy.jpgTZ750Nov09 001 copyCMR Racing Products Inc. Canada (Ontario) Complete rolling frame and street or raving Vincent Address: 11 Janlyn Cres, Belleville, Ontario, Canada, K8N 5R4 Phone: (613) 921-9078 (Own by Denis Curtis) Email: cmrracingproducts@gmail.com Website: http://www.curtisracingframes.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/russell-debbie-kemp-copy.jpgRussell & Debbie Kemp copyVIN-PARTS INTERNATIONAL UK (Mid Wales) Genuine Parts for Vincent Address: “Broadmead”, Llanyre, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DY, Mid Wales, UK Phone: (0044) (0) 1597 823222 (Own by Russ & Debbie Kemp) Email: russell.kemp@btconnect.com Website: www.vintech.co.uk (currently down)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/russell-debbie-kemp.jpgRussell & Debbie KempVIN-PARTS INTERNATIONAL UK (Mid Wales) Genuine Parts for Vincent Address: “Broadmead”, Llanyre, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DY, Mid Wales, UK Phone: (0044) (0) 1597 823222 (Own by Russ & Debbie Kemp) Email: russell.kemp@btconnect.com Website: www.vintech.co.uk (currently down)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14-337129_496073467110126_687037160_o.jpg14 337129_496073467110126_687037160_oVOC (Vincent HRD Owners Club) Multiple local affiliated sections around the world Social, Historic support… Website: www.voc.uk.com/who.php https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13-1291522_10202118453385554_2022068828_o.jpg13 1291522_10202118453385554_2022068828_oTHE VINCENT SPARES COMPANY LTD UK (East Kettering) Genuine Parts for Vincent Address: Unit 3a Robinson Way, Telford Way Ind. Est-Kettering, Northants NN16 8PT, UK Phone: (0044) (0) 1536 312220 Email: orders@vincentspares.co.uk Website: www.vincentspares.co.ukhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12-cb28d3766764c99a7bbbe99cc0f0162.jpg12 CB28D3766764C99A7BBBE99CC0F0162IRVING-VINCENT Australia (Victoria) Racing Vincent exclusively! Address: 14 - 16 Westpool Drive Hallam, Victoria, Australia 3803 Phone: (+613) 8786 4766 Email: info@hrdeng.com Website: www.irvingvincent.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-1553304_10151789650946765_1320203173_o-copy.jpg11 1553304_10151789650946765_1320203173_o copyBSK SpeedWorks Ltd UK (Bedfordshire) New Vincent engines built to order for road or race, Complete bikes built to order and Restoration work. Address: Double Arches Farm, Eastern Way, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire LU7 9LF Phone: +44 (0)7963907427 (Own by Ben Kingham) Email: info@bskspeedworks.co.uk Website: www.bskspeedworks.co.uk and www.oldracer.co.uk (personal site)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/09-1399626_10202301185708980_929454837_o.jpg09 1399626_10202301185708980_929454837_oGLENN BEWLEY’S CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE ENGINEERING USA (Tennessee) Full line of services for Vincents from restorations to component rebuilds Address: for security, disclosed after customer relationship initiated Phone: 423 257 5200 (Own by Glenn Bewley) Email: GB@ClassicMotorcycleEngineering.com Website: www.ClassicMotorcycleEngineering.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/07-243754_10151072338486563_1744639049_o.jpg07 243754_10151072338486563_1744639049_oCOLIN TAYLOR Italy Anything related to Vincent and supply of Frames, Banana fuel Tanks as well as complete machines Address: Via Portamonte 8, 65010 Civitaquana (PE), Italy Phone: 00393319715564 (Own By Colin Taylor) Email:  colinegl1taylor@gmail.com Website: -https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/06-screen-shot-2013-11-17-at-10-25-16-pm-png.jpg06 Screen Shot 2013-11-17 at 10.25.16 PM.pngSTERLING CYCLE WORKS (STEVE HAMEL) USA (Minnesota) Parts, Service and Restoration for Vincent, Agent for Terry Prince Vincent Address: 586 Sherburne ave, St. Paul, MN 55103, USA Phone: +1 651 290 0889 (Own by Steve Hamel) Email: gearheads@comcast.net Website: -2019-10-09T11:47:16+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2019/07/30/the-vingusta/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/vingusta.primaryside.jpegVingusta.primarysideThe engine was rebuilt from 2 mismatched cases and a Bob Dunn crank, the displacement is 1200cc thanks to 2 TPV top ends. The Vingusta is now for sale, contact the section organizer who will forward inquiries to Matthew. (Photo © Matthew Biberman)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/dsc_9365.jpgDSC_9365The Vingusta was christened after the addition of the front end of a MV Agusta Brutale R900 to the TPV frame and Vincent engine. (Photo © Matthew Biberman)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/image-1.jpgImage-1From left to rigth: Craig Rodsmityh, Matthew Biberman and Logan Robeson (Photo © Matthew Biberman)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/07-34-x-sid-son.jpg07-34 X - Sid & SonBig Sid (left and his son Matthew posing with the Vincati . Photo © Matthew Bibermanhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/e7dcf906-d079-411c-be9c-6e893b6fec22.jpgE7DCF906-D079-411C-BE9C-6E893B6FEC222019-09-20T13:52:56+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2019/08/16/a-brand-new-series-a-rapide-80-years-after-vincent-hrd-built-the-last-one/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/series-a-aout19-r.jpgseries A aout19 -rFrançois Grosset and his Series A on the corner of the chimney. “I asked about 30 years plus ago to get my Vincent in my home, the answer was at that time that it will be OK when it will be a Series A. So…voila!” I guess François deserve his cup of tea in this priceless moment. (Photo © François Grosset)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dscf2447.jpgDSCF2447The challenge was to remanufacture all the key parts specific to the model including tooling and patterns for the engine casing, cylinders, heads, and all small casting elements that are integrated in the fabrication of the frame, swingarm and the Brampton fork as per the original design. A 1937 Rapide—ex- Bob Stafford—was used as a benchmarked for this reverse engineering exercise. (Photo © Francois Grosset) https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/dscf2449.jpgDSCF2449The pre-war 1000 Rapide is the very start of the Vincent twin venture. Only 78 were made before the world war II outbreak. The base was the 500 Comet—whose top end can be recognized—assembled together with a completely new bottom-end in a frame with a slightly longer base than the Comet. When the war ended, Vincent and Irving had already designed a unit-bloc from a clean sheet of paper that will be used in the Series B and later C and D. (Photo © Francois Grosset) 2020-08-01T14:46:14+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2019/07/01/tribute-to-patrick-godet-at-montlhery/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/9.jpg9British were numerous for this event. Harvey Bowden came with its 1000 Rapide Series A. He recently completed road trips in USA (Route 66), Australia and New Zealand with his brother Marcus…both on 1000 Rapide Series A! (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/8.jpg8While Godet Motorcycles continues its activity, this 1330 Black Lightning Replica will remain the last recreation of Patrick Godet. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/7.jpg7Godet Motorcycles had brought several machines representatives of the workshop activity, including this Black Shadow that will undergo restoration "...but we will keep the original patina” says François Guerin who is now in charge of Godet Motorcycles. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/6.jpg6The Egli-Vincent Racer is one of the developments which was the closest to Patrick’s heart. While the frame is ‘only’ slightly modified to accept the Albion gearbox, the engine is an entire development of Godet Motorcycles using ultra-short courses similarly to the latest Manx. (Photo © Mark Stanley)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/5a.jpg5aRacing Orange or Classic Black, the 1330 Café Racer will remain the flagship of Godet Motorcycles’ production. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/5.jpg5The famous Autodrome of Linas-Montlhéry where Vincent collected eight endurance records in May 1952. At that time the works Black Shadow was clocking 100mph on the upper part of the track. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/4.jpg4Three generations of Vincents with a common theme of speed: A standard Black Shadow of the 1950s (left), the replica of 1969 Fritz Peier’s champion bike (center) owned by Jean-Louis Petit and the latest evolution of the Vincent twin in a modern frame designed by Terry Prince and built by Fritz Egli Jr. who here rides it. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/2a.jpg2aFritz W. Egli was riding his sidecar, leading the first lap. The two men had developed a true friendship and a mutual respect. Behind him is Fritz Jr, on his personal Vincent race bike (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/3a.jpg3aYou can see these two cafe racers often together across Europe. Left is Serge Vollard—a.k.a. Raspoutine—and right is Stéphane Membré. Both bikes have already exceeded 125,000 miles together. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/1a.jpg1a70 Vincents are gathering for two laps in tribute to Patrick Godet. 17 years ago, Patrick was there at the same place, leading the Vincent parade at the 2002 Coupes de Motos Légende. (Photo © Sandra Gillard)2020-11-17T01:01:52+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2019/05/15/rtv-1200-for-sale-in-australia/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0005a.jpgDSC_0005ahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/20170717_161500.jpg20170717_161500https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0004.jpgDSC_0004This bike may be the last RTV built, but for sure it is the last of the batch of 12 engines built either during RTV time or later when the inventory was sold. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0002_1.jpgDSC_0002_1106 original kms since newhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0009_1.jpgDSC_0009_1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0008.jpgDSC_0008https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/dsc_0004_1a.jpgDSC_0004_1aFor sale in Australia (5/15/2019) | Genuine RTV 1200 One of the 12 ever made, this one may be the last (engine #12) Owner has the original documentation and specifications that came with the bike: Engine displacement is 1200cc in a classic 50° V-Twin Vincent configuration, but no Vincent logo are casted on the engine. Electric Start 5-Speed Transmission 41mm Paioli Inverted Forks Ohlin's mono shock Dymag 3 Spoke Wheels Twin Brembo Front Brakes Single Brembo Rear Brake Dry Weight 190kg Power 90ps @ 6500rpm Max Speed 225kph Offers around AU$85,000* - contact Ron at ameryhomes@gmail.com2019-05-16T00:34:53+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2019/04/12/tribute-to-the-sorcerer-of-malaunay/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/photo-4-20160430_rallyeevg-e-2.jpgPhoto #4 20160430_RallyeEVG-e (2)Patrick Godet and Fritz W. Egli: two generations of engineers who shared the same passion for fast Vincents. The legend of the Egli-Vincent was clearly coined by both men. (Courtesy and © Sandra Gillard, Rally EVG 2016)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/jura-552r.jpgSONY DSC(Courtesy and © Sandra Gillard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/photo-5-.jpgPhoto #5Patrick posing with his Grey Flash Racer that he remanufactured completely around his 500cc short-stroke engine; next should have been a road version with a half-1330 (635cc). (Courtesy and © Sandra Gillard, Rally VOC 2015)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/05-31-my-egli-vincent-01.jpgSONY DSCThe Godet 1330 may bevcome the iconic Cafe Racer on the road. With 99bhp on the rear wheel it outperforms many v-twins designed decades later. (Photo © Paul Coene)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/photo-3-20170526_suisse_solalex-a.jpgPhoto #3 20170526_Suisse_Solalex-aPatrick loved all the Vincent, except maybe ‘heavily-customized’ bikes. After Trying a NorVin that he kept only for a few months, he traded it for a Black Shadow that became his racer for many years—known as the “Gros Avion”—along with a genuine Grey Flash that he still owned. Then came his Black Prince that “…is just the best touring bike” Patrick told me. Having sold his Black Prince—which was re-acquired later—Patrick built in the meantime this enclosed Series C because the UFM is stronger for sidecar use. Later this bike it received a 1330cc engine and a larger Gemini sidecar—replacing the Precision—to transport his dog Elvis. (Courtesy and © Sandra Gillard, Alps Summer 2017)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/photo-1-denis-boussard.jpgPhoto #1 Denis BoussardPatrick in his workshop with Elvis, an Egli-Vincent Café Racer and a Grey Flash Replica. (Courtesy and © Denis Boussard)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/photo-2-.jpgPhoto #2Although Godet Motorcycles is mostly known for the recreation of Egli-Vincents, this was just one of the activities of the workshop. Restoring completely original bikes was still a growing business. (Courtesy and © Sandra Gillard, 2016)2019-04-17T01:29:18+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2018/08/31/egli-vincent-500-comet-for-sale/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/photo-egli-gauche-2.jpgphoto Egli gauche 2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/photo-egli-compteurs.jpgPhoto Egli compteurshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/img_1589_1_1.jpgIMG_1589_1_1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/img_1150.jpgIMG_1150https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/photo-egli-droit.jpgPhoto Egli droitSOLD in France (12/31/2019) | CTG-Vincent with a 1951 Comet 500cc | UPDATED PRICE The frame and swinging arm (nickel plated) was built by Cyril Malem (CTG). the Borrani rims are wired with stainless Steel spokes on Dunlop K81 tyres. The front fork is a Ceriani GP. Brakes Fontana front brake 4LS (magnesium). Alloy control levers. Vincent Rear hub (alloy). 5” Vincent Black Shadow tachometer. 3” speedometer (Smith replica) with MPH scale. Banana tank (fiberglass) with internal resin treatment and aluminum Monza cap. Fiberglass seat. All the fasteners are Stainless Steel. Owner says the bike is 100% operating and immaculate. Asking price is 25,500£ (28,500€). Possibility to trade-in a Vincent Rapide (C series). original post 8/31/2018 Contact: alain.brachet@arcelormittal.com2023-04-11T20:57:37+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/11/13/need-ideas-to-tow-your-bike-here-are-a-few/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_0155.jpgIMG_0155Who will tell what car and what bike is that?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/img_0117.jpgIMG_0117An AJS dirt bike. Sounds like the Beetle was a pretty good plan for light bikes!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/buell-transport.jpgbuell-transportAnother one sent by Bruce Metcalfe.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1551681_10202600115235298_690661963_n.jpg1551681_10202600115235298_690661963_nIn a Van or MPV https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1455872_414372102025828_438813062_n.jpg1455872_414372102025828_438813062_nYou need to be bloody confident in your engineering skills to do that...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/10300296_10204232278789824_7157259583640447239_n.jpg10300296_10204232278789824_7157259583640447239_nMust be fun to fit this Ducati (250?) in, knowing that there is no hatch on this bug.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/81844232202f055e91346aeae8e94b7a.jpg81844232202f055e91346aeae8e94b7ahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/10252073_696746987048668_7575508002808580712_n.jpg10252073_696746987048668_7575508002808580712_nPoor bug !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1452237_553021524772291_1171372470_n.jpg1452237_553021524772291_1171372470_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/1797454_10204139148541626_8560347852085908321_n.jpg1797454_10204139148541626_8560347852085908321_nDo not forget the set of tires2018-09-11T00:37:07+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2017/07/30/new-product-from-colin-taylor/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/image2.jpgimage2Here is the "New Zealander" for Egli-Vincents, made by Colin Taylor.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/image1.jpgimage1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/04-126-colin-taylor.jpg04-126 Colin TaylorThe Banana tank from Colin Taylor is different from the pattern shaped by Fritz Egli which was sitting lower on the frame. Photo Colin Taylor 2021-11-21T20:49:48+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/03/08/norvil-the-reborn-commando/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1974-norton-commando-3.jpg1974-norton-commando-3This particular bike, #89, is a 1974 Norton 850cc RoadsterIt’s benefited from over a hundred upgrades, including a rebuilt engine with dual Keihin carbs and a thorough head job, complete with a 3-angle seat cut and Black Diamond valves. Rambow has upgraded the transmission with a Jim Comstock Engineering hydraulic clutch, and changed the primary to a belt drive. The electrics have been given a shot in the arm with a high-output alternator, tri-spark ignition and a single-coil setup. The brake system is modernized, with a Brembo 320mm full-floating disc and a 4-piston caliper. Matt also modifies the front and rear hubs, and fits his own design of billet triple trees. Source Bike Exifhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1974-norton-commando-2.jpg1974-norton-commando-2If you want to know more about this bike or see more pictures of it, here is the source link: http://www.bikeexif.com/1974-norton-commandohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/screen-shot-2014-01-31-at-7-29-50-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-01-31 at 7.29.50 PM.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img_8022.jpgimg_8022Colorado Norton Works has restored more than 55 Commando to the highest standards. However because of the builder takes some liberty with the upgrades, it is subject to polemic as it often happen in the Classic Bike world.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/norton_commando_850_961_sport-1953862.jpgNorton_Commando_850_961_Sport.jpg.1953862Is the Norton Commando 961 too modern for you? You really do prefer the original version?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/rsm_tet_2008_069.jpgrsm_tet_2008_069This is it, you break the piggy bank and wait 3 long years...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/norton-dominator-05.jpgnorton-dominator-05So far Norvil was proposing any Dominator and and spec, but the last orders were manufactured in Dec 2013https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/06-classic-full-customized-yellow-1970-norton-commando-750-twin-chromed-high-pipes-classic-norton-750-commando.jpg06 classic-full-customized-yellow-1970-norton-commando-750-twin-chromed-high-pipes-classic-norton-750-commandoVery rare, the Norton Commando 750 S inspired by the Flat Track and targeting the US markethttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/05-norton-commando-fastback_7.jpg05 norton-commando-fastback_7The Norton 750 Commando Fastback, as presented in 1967https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/04-gf132-1.jpg04 GF132-1One of the most popular spec, the Norton 750 Commando Production Racer. Add £450.2024-09-30T06:38:32+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2017/12/30/mark-reynolds-shadow-70/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/vincent-and-other-018b.jpgvincent and other 018bToday, as rebuilt by Mark in 2017. (Courtesy Mark Reynolds)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/5-vincentnine.jpg5. vincentnine1989: The final version the Mark christianed “Epsilon, it is a nice name and could be the E series which never happened. The fairing is Peter Williams inspired works Norton. It is so slim that you have to mount the controls inboard of the fork stancions”, says Mark. (Courtesy of Mark Reynolds) https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/5-vincenteleven.jpg5. vincenteleven1989: The final version the Mark christianed “Epsilon, it is a nice name and could be the E series which never happened. The fairing is Peter Williams inspired works Norton. It is so slim that you have to mount the controls inboard of the fork stancions”, says Mark. (Courtesy of Mark Reynolds) https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/4-vincenteight.jpg4. vincenteighthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/4-vincenteight-copy.jpg4. vincenteight copyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/4-vincenteight-copy-2.jpg4. vincenteight copy 21987: Rebuilt with Morini front-end, Manx box with Quaife internals, and a belt drive primary after a bad crash at Caldwell Park. (Courtesy of Mark Reynolds)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/3-vincentfour.jpg3 vincentfour1975: Cadwell Park. (Photo from The First Vincent HRD Scene by Bruce Main Smith)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/2-vincent3.jpg2 vincent3https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/1-vincent2.jpg1. vincent2Summer 1971: Mark astride on the Shadow 70 – “Made it to La Escala in Spain.....and back”. (Courtesy of Mark Reynolds)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/1-vincent1.jpg1. vincent11971: first day out of the shed where HWM 230 was just rebuilt from a 1952 wrecked Rapide as a Vincent Shadow 70 and will get soon the new plate GPF 78J. Mk2 cams, 9:1 pistons, … everything went well said Mark. (Courtesy of Mark Reynolds)2017-12-31T05:15:46+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/26/trackmaster-vincent-the-speedway-racer/2022-10-29T07:59:25+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/the-norvin/2022-05-11T15:47:16+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/scams/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/shutterstock_134656568.jpgshutterstock_1346565682017-11-23T23:12:23+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2017/11/05/scam-warning/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/s-l1600.jpgs-l1600Quick sale price £9,000.00 !! Selling on behalf of a family member. Happy thanksgiving, but don't be the turkey today! an Egli-Vincent for £9,000 does not exist. Ebay de-;listed the scam and it was re=listed 3 times int eh same day!! even the email address seems suspicious (Please direct all enquiries directly at : ia.nelli.sfraser20177772@googlemail.com)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/ebay_222148688583_2.jpgebay_222148688583_2VIN37 was sold on eBay in the UK in 2016. Scammer Steve James downloaded photos and information from eBay to propose this bike for sale. Do not fall in the trap.2017-11-23T23:10:54+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/1-the-vincent-abcd-book/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/stuart-jenkinson-motart-1.jpgstuart-jenkinson-motart-1Z As “Z” End of the story? Certainly not; years after years, a dominant core of long time Vincent owners meet, ride, race, cheer and love their bikes, and this never ended. Stuart Jenkinson, which put 721,703 miles during 56 years on his 1955 Black Prince ownership became one of the most emblematic, but there are many more around the world. (Photo ©Bert Cauberg)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/40-390285990_cewyu-l.jpg! 40 390285990_cEWYU-LZ As “Z” End of the story? Certainly not; years after years, a dominant core of longtime Vincent owners to meet, ride, race, cheer and love their bikes, and this never ended. Stuart Jenkinson, which put 721,703 miles during 56 years on his 1955 Black Prince is one of the most emblematic, but there are many more around the world.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/39-380320_10150844309966405_1752413059_n.jpg! 39 380320_10150844309966405_1752413059_nY As Why did Vincent stop production? The Vincent story is a great Engineer’s story and like many of that kind, trade-offs are not made where they should be. A Vincent was expensive to make, to buy and to maintain compare to other bikes; a marketing approach would have made different trade-offs. Vincent also missed large export market unlike Norton, Triumph and other BSA, which were flooding North America and Europe; only 30% of the Vincent were exported. I also personally think that the factory has lost too much energy and capital in diversification efforts rather than focusing on its core businesshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/38-99-14.jpg! 38 ! 99 14X As X-Factor you feel when you are riding a Vincent, particularly a Twin. This engine is a masterpiece and is completely effortless at any speed. In a modern rolling frame like Egli, it becomes nimble and incredible on small road.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/37-factory7.jpg! 37 Factory7W As Wolverhampton, the home of H.R.D. while Stevenage was the home of Vincent H.R.D. Wolverhampton is in Staffordshire close to Birmingham and Stevenage in Hertfordshire, in the north suburbs of London. Both in the UK of course!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/36-12-337129_496073467110126_687037160_o.jpg! 36 12 337129_496073467110126_687037160_oV As V.O.C, the Vincent H.R.D. Owners Club. The club, presided by Bryan Phillips, is a genuine institution, which took over the assets of the company in 1955 when the factory closed. Most of the countries, states and even counties in the UK have a specific sections and events; this is the place to start to meet Vincent enthusiasts. www.facebook.com/groups/35916442687/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/35-z-o801a-copy.jpg! 35 z o801a copyU As Utah and its Bonneville Salt Flats. Rollie Free was the first one to break the barrier of 150 mph on his HRD Black Shadow crushing Joe Petrali’s 11 years old record (136.183 mph) with 150.313 mph. This was sufficient to make him a hero, but the fact that he stripped down to tight-fitting swimming shorts and laid flat on the Vincent wide open, made him a legend.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/34-426101_2858277068601_474223515_n.jpg! 34 426101_2858277068601_474223515_nT As Timeless. To ride a Vincent in 2013 is a great experience, but to ride a Vincent with the though of what it was compared to the rest of the production between 1946 and 1955 is even Greater! You might have not noticed this picture was taken Aug 12, 2001 !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/33-norvin.jpg! 33 NorvinS As Specials; there are numerous stories over these last 60 years about the Specials Vincent: Norvin, Viscount, Vinton, ComDom, Egli-Vincent, RTV, Irving-Vincent, Capon-Vincent, Curtis-Vincent, Seeley, Rickman Metisse, Parkin-Vincent, Cees-Fick, Vincati…. You can refer to the related folders to know more about these.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/32-753566.jpg! 32 753566R As Rear Suspension known as the Cantilever; this was one of the most famous Vincent design signature and a genuine innovation as soon as 1928, on every model. At that time, hard tail was the rule and suspensions concepts were very rudimentary such the rear wheel sliding in two frame windows.2023-07-05T18:32:56+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/stolen/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/broken-lock-security-11-98.jpgBroken-lock-security-11-982017-09-09T00:57:54+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2017/08/09/mallowsarchers-vincent-sidecar-for-sale/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/vincent-1272-004.jpgvincent 1272 004https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/vincent-1272-001-2.jpgvincent 1272 001 2Crankcases, crank, cylinders and headshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/vincent-1272-008.jpgvincent 1272 008https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/unnamed.jpgunnamedThe cylinder heads are unique with higher lift capabilities https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/08-45-1941344_dave-mallows-bike-retired-for-a-few-years-now-not-4v-though-straight-up-carb-was-changed-to-horizontal.jpg08-45 1941344_Dave Mallows bike (retired for a few years now) - not 4v though. Straight up carb was changed to horizontal.Dave Mallows and passenger Nick Acher's sidecar2017-08-10T11:15:34+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/6-egli-vincent-replicas/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/malem.jpgMalemCTG-Vincent On this early CTG, one can see 2 details that distinguish the Slater form the CTG: the top rear shock mounting brackets and the flat sided oval tube on the swing arm. This bike belongs to John Langdon.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/111would-you-believe-this-is-a-1000-cc.jpg111would you believe this is a 1000 cc?Here is the profile of this Egli-Vincent replica completely hand built by Chuck. Hand made frame, tank etc engine was built from a pair of brand new cases.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1-vintageinthevalley-0006.jpg1 VintageintheValley-0006If most of the Egli-Vincent enthusiasts prefer the “classic look” of the original Egli or latest re-editions, there are a few which believe that the time has not stopped neither in 1955 (Vincent last production) nor in 1974 (Egli-Vincent last production). Therefore there is no reason to freeze the design of a bike, which carries such potent engine. Indeed, as of today, it is possible to get up to 100 BHP out of a 1330cc Godet or even 165 BHP out of a 1600cc Irving-Vincent; so this new school believes that modern suspensions and effective disk brakes should complete the picture for a bike which can clock 150 mph. I am rather old school on that perspective, but it is interesting to see that even in this configuration, this nearly 70 years-old engine fits pretty well this modern outfit, as a modern roadster such the last Norton 961 Commando would do.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1501172_10151789655751765_610975731_o.jpg1501172_10151789655751765_610975731_oBSK SpeedWorks Ltd propose also new racer and restored Egli-Vincetn. Managed by Ben Kingham which is racing Vincent for years, BSK propose also complete new Vincent engines which are very competitive on track.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/03-dsc_400.jpg03 dsc_400SMITH MANUFACTURING This bike belongs to Pierre Emile B, a Frenchman a.k.a. Pierli. Pierli knew this bike for a long time and when the owner, which just acquired a Kawasaki 900 Z, decided to sell it, Pierli jumped on the opportunity despite the poor condition of the engine. This Black Shadow was around for years and transformed in a Norvin after a crash in 1976. Quickly the engine was shipped to Conway Motors to be rebuilt but Pierli did not really like the Norton rolling frame and decided to pay a visit to Fritz Egli. Unfortunately Fritz confirmed that he had stopped the manufacture of frames for Vincent and advised him to contact "Sprint Manufacturing" which was making replicas. After a quick trip to England and back with the frame, swinging arm, tank, Ceriani and Racing Fontana 4 cams which was lately exchanged for this one. Freely translated from Patrick Douki post. © Patrick Douki Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/15-02-right.jpg15 02 RightAnother one-off project completely done by Dag Sinclair Riise from Norway. It includes his own frame, tank etc..https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/14-001-17.jpgGE DIGITAL CAMERAIf most of the Egli-Vincent enthusiasts prefer the “classic look” of the original Egli or latest re-editions, there are a few which believe that the time has not stopped neither in 1955 (Vincent last production) nor in 1974 (Egli-Vincent last production). Therefore there is no reason to freeze the design of a bike, which carries such potent engine. Indeed, as of today, it is possible to get up to 100 BHP out of a 1330cc Godet or even 165 BHP out of a 1600cc Irving-Vincent; so this new school believes that modern suspensions and effective disk brakes should complete the picture for a bike which can clock 150 mph. I am rather old school on that perspective, but it is interesting to see that even in this configuration, this nearly 70 years-old engine fits pretty well this modern outfit, as a modern roadster such the last Norton 961 Commando would do. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/13-1470382_550266448396872_1405693109_n.jpg13 1470382_550266448396872_1405693109_nThis bike is completely built by Ken from Coventry, UK. Ken, the owner is in blue jacket in the background.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/12-892973_627965163895721_333538250_o.jpg12 892973_627965163895721_333538250_oThis bike is located in Holland and John Nienhuis mentions that he believed has been built locally as he also know a sister-bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11-936620_440207039402814_7721183_n.jpg11 936620_440207039402814_7721183_nEgli Replica by SPRINT This Comet is own by Samuel Grosset2023-06-28T14:35:31+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2017/06/06/fritz-peiers-1969-racer/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_4504.jpgIMG_4504Note that the pipes have sound attenuators for road use. (Photo Godet Motorcycles)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/img_4505.jpgIMG_4505Note the headlamps concealed in the fairing. (Photo Godet Motorcycles)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/screen-shot-2017-05-24-at-10-02-03-am.pngScreen Shot 2017-05-24 at 10.02.03 AMThe Continental Circus between 1949 and 1979 was first dominated by the British bikes (blue) but very quickly the Italian multi-cylinder (green) took over for about 20 years. Interestingly you see the same pattern for the Japanese works (purple) entering the smaller class and winning over the 500cc. See all details with riders at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Grand_Prix_motorcycle_racing_World_Champions_by_yearhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/screen-shot-2017-05-24-at-9-49-27-am.jpgScreen Shot 2017-05-24 at 9.49.27 AMThe Continental Circus between 1949 and 1979 was first dominated by the British bikes (blue) but very quickly the Italian multi-cylinder (green) took over for about 20 years. Interestingly you see the same pattern for the Japanese works (purple) entering the smaller class and winning over the 500cc. See all details with riders at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Grand_Prix_motorcycle_racing_World_Champions_by_yearhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/03-80-x-f-peier-on-ev-uk.jpgracingFritz Peier is here cresting the Cadwell ‘Mountain’ ahead of Stanley Woods. (Archives Richard Slater)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/03-78-c2a9-photo-rizzi-peier.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAFritz Peier’s racer in 1969: ‘Fritz Peier tank’ and racing seat painted in BRG. Half fairing and crossover straight exhaust. Engine is still a 998cc but upgraded to Lightning spec. (Photo © Rizzi)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/img_4788-21.jpgIMG_4788 (2)Fritz Peier’s racer replica built by Godet Motorcycles: same specification in every detail (including the same BRG) but the bike is road legal so it has a battery and lighting (note the headlamp concealed in the fairing). The engine is the 1330cc Godet that delivers 99hp at the rear wheel. (Photo © Godet Motorcycles)2021-04-08T15:53:39+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/about/2021-02-16T18:37:59+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/kick-start-and-rear-set-compatibility/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/startermotor-3.jpgstartermotor-3The electric starter is more and more accepted and seen on the Vincent.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/04-73-c2a9-patrick-douki.jpg04-73-patrick-doukiThe best solution with rear set as natural (right-hand) and long enough to overcome high-compression ratio. (Photo © Patrick Douki) https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/serious-c.jpgserious-cThe Comet uses a Burman gearbox which was also used on multiple British motorcycles. Numerous folding kick start were proposed but they are short as designed for singles. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/picture-010.jpgpicture-010The Black Lightning that were delivered in road trim had the same issue then the cafe racers. The rear set and the exhaust pipe interfere with the kick-start. Hence the solution to fit it on the left side. (Photo © David Dunfey)2017-05-20T21:55:41+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/conversion-of-a-fiat-500-dynamo-for-vincent-twins/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_2198.jpgIMG_2198 https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_2194.jpgIMG_2194 https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_2193.jpgIMG_2193 https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dscn0351.jpgDSCN0351 https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dinamo_revisionata_lato_a.jpgDinamo_revisionata_lato_AFiat 500 Dynamohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scan0699.jpgSCAN0699Drawing © Ken Dayhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scan0698.jpgSCAN0698Drawing © Ken Dayhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scan0697.jpgSCAN0697Drawing © Ken Dayhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scan0696.jpgSCAN0696Drawing © Ken Dayhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/scan0695.jpgSCAN0695Drawing © Ken Day2017-03-31T18:57:55+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/03/29/web-exclusive-godet-500cc-racer-goes-through-its-paces-at-brands-hatch-with-new-rider-alex-sinclair-he-will-join-bruno-leroy-for-two-entries-on-the-bike-in-this-years-classic-tt-senior/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/09-the-godet-500-racer-features-a-six-speed-gearbox.jpg09 The Godet 500 racer features a six speed gearboxThe Godet 500 racer features a six speed gearbox Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/08-pic-9.jpg08 pic 9The engine is pulling over 56 HP at 7,900 rpm at the crank. Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/07-pic-8.jpg07 pic 8The engine is the continuation of his original ‘Ultra Short Stroke 500cc’ engine with a big bore Nicasil cylinder measuring (92mm x 75 mm). Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/06-alex-puts-the-500-through-its-first-uk-paces.jpg06 Alex puts the 500 through its first UK pacesAlex puts the 500 through its first UK paces Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/05-pic-2.jpg05 pic 2Alex takes off the pit lane Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/04-patrick-godet-looks-on-as-rider-alex-sinclair-prepares-for-the-off.jpg04 Patrick Godet looks on as rider Alex Sinclair prepares for the offPatrick Godet looks on as rider Alex Sinclair prepares for the off Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/03-godet-checks-the-500.jpg03 Godet checks the 500Godet checks the 500 Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/02-tank-off-classic-egli-oil-bearing-top-frame.jpg02 Tank off - classic Egli oil bearing top frameTank off - classic Egli oil bearing top frame Photo © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/01-patrick-godet-and-alex-sinclair-and-long-term-rider-bruno-leroy.jpg01 Patrick Godet, and Alex Sinclair and long-term rider Bruno LeroyPatrick Godet, and Alex Sinclair and long-term rider Bruno Leroy Photo © David Lancaster2017-03-31T15:48:41+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/20/eric-patterson-unveils-his-tuned-viscount-for-bonneville/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/10568973_703859059652061_4823268701365247661_n.jpg10568973_703859059652061_4823268701365247661_nThe Daytona bike that made the Irving-Vincent famous in 2008. 165 bhp and 113 lb/ft of torque @ 5800 rpm packed in a top-notch chassis were sufficient to beat the twins from Bologna.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/10411970_703858712985429_90582909831938227_n.jpg10411970_703858712985429_90582909831938227_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/10524565_703858896318744_5966074698787662250_n.jpg10524565_703858896318744_5966074698787662250_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/603111_703858999652067_2498226527842720155_n.jpg603111_703858999652067_2498226527842720155_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/10354066_703859152985385_1182804435029490747_n.jpg10354066_703859152985385_1182804435029490747_n2017-03-31T15:48:37+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-motorcycles-the-book/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/15337234_373041196377826_1915567023312601088_n.jpg15337234_373041196377826_1915567023312601088_n2017-02-22T19:53:47+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/the-brakes/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/cid_tie_8cd9cfcead2ff60_11fc_32e8e.jpg!cid_tie_8CD9CFCEAD2FF60_11FC_32E8EAs Laverda Dealer in the UK, Slater also chose frequently the Laverda brake for the Egli-Vincent as Paul Zell’s stylish Egli-Vincent. Credit photo : Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/robinson-png.jpgRobinson.pngThe Robinson brake was the first popular choice made by Slater | Tim Cameron of Vancouver, BC on his Egli years ago with the Robinson front brake Photo credit: Chris Klepshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/brochure4-png.jpgBrochure4.pngPhoto credit for the brochure to Glyn Johnson.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/brochure3-png.jpgBrochure3.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/brochure2-png.jpgBrochure2.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/brochure1-png.jpgBrochure1.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/untitled.pngUntitledPhoto of the rear Campagnolo mechanical single disc. The disc can be positioned on the disc by the two bolts through the swing arm on the left. Often owners extend or add welds to the lever arm to get better braking. Credit: David Dunfey2021-03-20T20:30:32+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2016/10/29/is-that-the-2020-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/3-0809_vincent_09.jpg3 0809_vincent_09© Aleck Joneshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/2-0809_vincent_02.jpg2 0809_vincent_02© Aleck Joneshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1-0809_vincent_07.jpg1 0809_vincent_07© Aleck Jones2017-03-21T18:58:48+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/05/22/exclusive-web-for-sale-in-australia-egli-vincent-style-project/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/9-dsc07064.jpg9 DSC07064https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/8-dsc07063.jpg8 DSC07063https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/7-dsc07062.jpg7 DSC07062https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/6-dsc07061.jpg6 DSC07061https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/5-dsc07060.jpg5 DSC07060https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/4-dsc07041.jpg4 DSC07041https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/3-dsc07040.jpg3 DSC07040https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/2-dsc07035.jpg2 DSC07035https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1-dsc07044.jpg1 DSC07044For sale in Australia |Egli-Vincent style project Asking price £30,000. See details on the following post https://egli-vincent.net/2016/05/22/exclusive-web-for-sale-in-australia-egli-vincent-style-project/2016-11-27T03:12:28+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/10/14/when-dick-busbys-racer-became-a-tpv-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/1-egli-mcdougal.jpg1-egli-mcdougalMcDougalater alternatorhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-rear-hub1.jpgegli-rear-hubCantilever and rear hubhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-frame-2.jpgegli-frame-2Vincent are extremely slim....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-instruments.jpgegli-instrumentsDashboardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-left-engine-copy.jpgegli-left-engine-copyPrimary transmission sidehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-rear-hub.jpgegli-rear-hubhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-left-frame.jpgegli-left-frameChest engine sidehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-gauger-side.jpgegli-gauger-sidehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-frame-copy.jpgegli-frame-copyNaked frame - same short tail than the elli but different swing arm pivot (V shape) and the lack of the 2 oil see-through characteristic to Egli.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/egli-3.jpgegli-3Not the characteristic cantilever swing arm which is unique in the Egli-like design for the Vincent powerplant.2019-12-19T19:43:15+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/10/03/exclusive-royal-enfield-did-attempt-to-buy-out-the-vincent-brand/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/vincent-motorbike-and-royal-enfield-at-the-opposite-of-the-spectrum-of-the-british-motorcycles-utilitarian-v-grand-turism.jpgvincent-motorbike-and-royal-enfield-at-the-opposite-of-the-spectrum-of-the-british-motorcycles-utilitarian-v-grand-turism2016-11-10T01:45:31+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/09/15/vincent-motorcycles-a-sneak-peek-to-the-book/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/27-1l1001937-dng.jpg27.1L1001937.DNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/26-2l1001936-dng.jpg26.2L1001936.DNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/22-1l1001935-dng.jpg22.1L1001935.DNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/21-1l1001959-dng.jpg21.1L1001959.DNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/20-1l1001934-dng.jpg20.1L1001934.DNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/18-1l1001932-dng.jpg18.1L1001932.DNG© Philippe Guyonyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/17-1l1001957-dng.jpg17.1L1001957.DNG© Philippe Guyonyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/15-1l1001931-dng.jpg15.1L1001931.DNG© Philippe Guyonyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14-1l1001930-dng.jpg14.1L1001930.DNG© Philippe Guyonyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/12-2l1001953-dng.jpg12.2L1001953.DNG© Philippe Guyony2016-09-26T16:46:00+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/09/02/vincent-motorcycles-the-untold-story-since-1946/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/cropped-cropped-cropped-00-02-98-bonneville-2011.jpgcropped-cropped-cropped-00-02-98-bonneville-2011https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/13567313_10153865771692017_5899266225874420231_n.jpg13567313_10153865771692017_5899266225874420231_nVincent Motorcycles - The Untold Story since 1946. Published by Veloce Publishing (UK) 2016-10-19T00:46:50+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/08/27/the-vincent-results-on-the-2016-classic-tt/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/photo-51.jpgphoto-5Bruno in pre-grid; he seemed to already has some issue with fuel feeding even before starting. Photo (c) David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14079841_1779174835688319_8417950057509748451_n.jpg14079841_1779174835688319_8417950057509748451_nEmotional moment after Horst Saiger got his 10th position the the Classic Senior class ended., here with Juerg (left) Chief Mechanic of the Egli Racing Teamhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14079839_1051008541695667_5566614842674877248_n.jpg14079839_1051008541695667_5566614842674877248_nEgli Racing mechanic astride Horst Saiger's Grey Flash.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14054991_1051008695028985_7639191135014556839_n.jpg14054991_1051008695028985_7639191135014556839_nCam Donald's Egli-Vincent is equipped for the 2016season with a twin front disk from Lockheed.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14117835_1051008635028991_2704355500884785420_n.jpg14117835_1051008635028991_2704355500884785420_nBruno Leroy's Grey Flash. The chassis is Vincent and so are the suspensions. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14088587_1283432231689414_1263004969038496989_n.jpg14088587_1283432231689414_1263004969038496989_nLancelot Unissarthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14117709_1283430578356246_5700321989213212675_n.jpg14117709_1283430578356246_5700321989213212675_nHorst Saigerhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14080001_1283430318356272_42592886592718941_n.jpg14080001_1283430318356272_42592886592718941_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14051660_1163209710403183_3254881507397087469_n.jpg14051660_1163209710403183_3254881507397087469_nCam Donaldhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/14102203_1163209650403189_7216109910456673464_n.jpg14102203_1163209650403189_7216109910456673464_nHorst Saiger2016-08-28T16:48:00+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/30/the-montlhery-black-shadow/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/snap3.jpgSnap3Ted Davies on the Lightning, gets a push off from Jacl Lazenby, during the Montlhery record attemp. This picture supplied by Ted Davies himself shows that the record bike is indeed different from the official pictures.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1536679_559566444133539_797952068_n.jpg1536679_559566444133539_797952068_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/5-montlhery-track.jpg5 Montlhery trackThe famous track of Monthlery, now closed for the racing events. (see the cracks on the curve that you can take at 150 mph!)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/4-monthlery-shadow-4.jpg4 Monthlery Shadow 4One of the four Black Shadow at Montlhery during a relay.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/3-1952-vincent-montlhery-black-shadow-2.jpg3 1952-Vincent-Montlhery-Black-Shadow-2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2-1952-vincent-montlhery-black-shadow.jpg2 1952-Vincent-Montlhery-Black-Shadowhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1-1952-vincent-998cc-montlhery-black-shadow-6.jpg1 1952-Vincent-998cc-Montlhery-Black-Shadow-6The bike featured in this page was recently sold for an astonishing £113,500 on auction at Bonhams2021-01-09T04:23:54+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/n-vincent-specials/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/775611_521599151263602_1138917684_o.jpg775611_521599151263602_1138917684_oAnother interesting one-off special. Unknown origin. Anyone knows about it? Gregg Mckean suggests Triumph rear end, Ceriani front brake and perhaps Ducati or Laverda forks? thoughts?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1015751_565133826910134_751579735_o.jpg1015751_565133826910134_751579735_oGlenn Bewley’s comment makes the point: “Notice the rear caliper acts on the near side sprocket, I would take this as a small clue to the overall design and execution of the exercise.” On my side I concur with this analysis, which explains why the bike struggled to sell.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/3-screen-shot-2014-01-15-at-7-10-48-pm-png.jpg3 Screen Shot 2014-01-15 at 7.10.48 PM.pngThe TrackMaster Vincent project Finished. Flat Track inspiration with no doubt.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/8-7501326806_3ae93b3490_o1.jpg8 7501326806_3ae93b3490_oSEELEY-VINCENT Unique Seeley. Note the engine tilted in the frame which makes the rear cylinder cooling questionable.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/04-cees-fick-21.jpg04 Cees Fick 2CEES FICK This bike presented in a French magazine has a different frame.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/15.jpg15Story never ends, here is a hybrid project based on a Norton Commando frame. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14-rmoran_67_egli_vincent_big.jpg14 RMoran_67_Egli_Vincent_BIGNo information on this neat bike which looks like an Egli. The bended tube between the swinging arm and the tank says it is not.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13-921305_10152027298137419_1760556636_o.jpg13 921305_10152027298137419_1760556636_oOne off bike built by Chris Knibbs n 2001 over 5 months. The frame and swinging arm are made of aluminum, the exhaust is also homemade. Chris says that since the picture was taken he shortened the headstock area and made a new tank. Oil goes in the top tube and down the offside rear down tube. The bike is still used very regularly and is now in New Zealand.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12-61630_10151327243991477_483962408_n.jpg12 61630_10151327243991477_483962408_nSeen on the web and presented as a fast (100 HP) Cafe Racer, the result is quite interesting and clean. Seen in New Zealand.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-vincentcafegirl99350309.jpg11 vincentcafegirl99350309It is nearly impossible to list exhaustively all the one off assembled on a Vincent base, but this one is quite representative of the late seventies / early eighties period with its Kawasaki KH tank, its seat which mimics the sports bike of that period, its front discs and its "Disco" color. The frame looks like a Norton Featherbed but is rather an hybrid as the steering column with gussets is different. Jim Stevens mentions that this photo was published in October 1984 issue of Back Street Heroes magazine. The bike was built by a guy called Paul Mitchell and in the article he says it would do about 160mph, It won Best in Show at The Kent Custom show that year. The girl's name is Karen.2016-07-28T14:02:21+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/the-vincent-vin-identification/2016-05-28T21:35:01+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2016/03/06/lake-gairdner-2016-185-340mph-for-vincent-and-193-061mph-for-velocette/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/12799441_234620036876204_5526899025399122516_n.jpg12799441_234620036876204_5526899025399122516_nMal and his team after the race. (Courtesy of Mal Hewett)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mod-4.jpgmod 4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mod-3.jpgmod 3(Courtesy of Mal Hewett)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mod-2.jpgmod 2Start up . (Courtesy Mal Hewett)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mal-2016-02-r.jpgMal 2016 02 RTo move the needle toward the 185mph+, Mal built a completely new fairing. (Photo © Mal Hewett)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mal-2016-051.jpgMal 2016 05On this side, one can notice the primary drive Newby clutch and belt and the enormous carburetors from S&S series. (Photo © Mal Hewett)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/mal-2016-041.jpgMal 2016 04Note the custom made frame. The oil is contained in the vertical tube in front of the engine while the gas is contained in the "UFM". Photo © Mel Hewett2016-04-25T19:06:10+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2016/04/09/vincent-1st-2nd-at-le-mans-ihro-round/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8874.jpg#01, Grey Flash#01, Grey Flash, Vincent, Leroy Bruno, CAP 499, Year 1969, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8872.jpg#03, Grey Flash#03, Grey Flash, Egli Vincent, Unissart Lancelot, CAP 500, Year 1968, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8871.jpg#03, Grey Flash#03, Grey Flash, Egli Vincent, Unissart Lancelot, CAP 500, Year 1968, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8856.jpg#01, Grey Flash#01, Grey Flash, Vincent, Leroy Bruno, CAP 499, Year 1969, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8850.jpg#03, Grey Flash#03, Grey Flash, Egli Vincent, Unissart Lancelot, CAP 500, Year 1968, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8748.jpg#01, Grey Flash#01, Grey Flash, Vincent, Leroy Bruno, CAP 499, Year 1969, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8747.jpg#01, Grey Flash#01, Grey Flash, Vincent, Leroy Bruno, CAP 499, Year 1969, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2r1c8735.jpg#01, Grey Flash#01, Grey Flash, Vincent, Leroy Bruno, CAP 499, Year 1969, Cat IHRO1 500, 24 Hours Moto - International Historic Racing Organisation (IHRO)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/12916824_1148206995210157_3076798353996331032_o.jpg12916824_1148206995210157_3076798353996331032_ohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/2016-24-heures-motos-fga-1624m-d310573_n.jpg2016-24-Heures-Motos--FGA-1624M--D310573_n2016-04-11T13:05:47+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/godet-500-racer/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/image-1024-1024-181118.jpgImage-1024-1024-181118(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/image-1024-1024-181117.jpgImage-1024-1024-181117(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/image-1024-1024-181116.jpgImage-1024-1024-181116(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/image-1024-1024-181115.jpgImage-1024-1024-181115(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/chimay-2013-1900.jpgChimay-2013-1900Patrick at Chimay, riding the racer in the paddock. © Denis Boussardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/chimay-2013-1893.jpgChimay-2013-1893© Denis Boussardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/chimay-2013-1884.jpgChimay-2013-1884© Denis Boussardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/chimay-2013-1838.jpgChimay-2013-1838The gearbox is a modern 6 Speed modern Albion. © Denis Boussardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/chimay-2013-1824.jpgChimay-2013-1824© Denis Boussardhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1526243_551602041596646_1141053904_n.jpg1526243_551602041596646_1141053904_nThe gearbox is a modern 6 Speed modern Albion. © Denis Boussard2016-04-11T13:02:13+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/500-grey-flash-vincent-chassis/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181126.jpgImage-1024-1024-181126(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181125.jpgImage-1024-1024-181125(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181124.jpgImage-1024-1024-181124(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181123.jpgImage-1024-1024-181123(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181122.jpgImage-1024-1024-181122(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/image-1024-1024-181114.jpgImage-1024-1024-181114(Photo : Daniel Fouray/Ouest-France)2016-04-11T13:01:23+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2016/03/30/new-campagnolo-wheels-from-egli/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/egli-wheels.jpgEgli wheelsFront wheel 2.5'' x 18'' https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/egli-wheels-2.jpgEgli wheels 2Rear wheel 4.5'' x 18'' 2016-03-31T13:19:26+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-7463137432_bde3efd97f_o.jpg06 7463137432_bde3efd97f_oDisplacement 1600cc V Twin Air Cooled Push Rod 2 Valve per Cylinder Bore: 100mm Stroke: 100mm Compression Ratio: 11:1 BHP: 165 at 6500 RPM Torque: 130 ft lb at 5800 RPMhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-screen-shot-2013-06-17-at-9-50-57-pm-png.jpg05 Screen Shot 2013-06-17 at 9.50.57 PM.pngThe engine is also fitted in sidecar. Here it also rhymes with domination in racing. If you are yet to be convinced that this thing flies.... look at the attached link! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K89SbClfbNwhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-463136570_bc5bdf2d8a_o.jpg04 463136570_bc5bdf2d8a_oWe can recognize the Vincent crankcases but inside this is a 1600 cc cranking 165 BHP at 6500 rpm. Steve Hamel uses the same base for his land speed record bike at Bonneville. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-17521_447574511979707_186607790_n.jpg03 17521_447574511979707_186607790_nWe don't talk that often of the Irving Vincent as these are built exclusively for the track. However these are genuine beasts which can keep up with modern twins.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-2006-irving-vincent-1400-5.jpg02 2006 Irving Vincent 1400 (5)One of the rare bikes which was titled, today with the emission regulation, Irving-Vincent focuses exclusively on the track and racing.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/01-2m29.jpg01 2M29Beautiful shot of an Irving-Vincent in the paddock (from unknown photographer) . Specifications: 1600cc V-Twin Air Cooled Push Rod 2 Valve per Cylinder Bore x Stroke 100 mm x100 mm Compression Ratio: 11:1 165 BHP @ 6500 rpm and torque: 130 ft/lb @ 5800 rpm2017-05-30T15:55:00+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/k-the-norvin-and-viscount/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1430344716.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1430344460.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAA Viscount, which as an attempt to resume the production of new Vincent... with refurbished engines © Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1430344390.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1430344282.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1430344178.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020280-copy.jpgP1020280 copy© David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020258-copy.jpgP1020258 copy© David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020253.jpgP1020253© David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/p1020082.jpgP1020082© David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/558805_416746738420823_1905719087_n.jpg558805_416746738420823_1905719087_n2016-03-13T02:04:03+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/5-the-australian-connection/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10148016_1427738757474897_1845390831_o.jpg10148016_1427738757474897_1845390831_o3/30/2014 Update One of the latest creation of Terry Prince which says: “This frame has been designed with Fritz Egli’s son. I have constructed it to use all modern Jap components with provision for up to a 180mm rear tyre. There is no welding on the frame or swing arm, stress test have been done and it is very strong.” | Document TPVhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1622560_1414723475443092_793373985_o.jpg1622560_1414723475443092_793373985_oOne of the latest creation of Terry Prince which says: "This frame has been designed with Fritz Egli's son. I have constructed it to use all modern Jap components with provision for up to a 180mm rear tyre. There is no welding on the frame or swing arm, stress test have been done and it is very strong." | Document TPVhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/rtv-1200.jpgRTV 1200Brochure that I inquired in 1998 from the UK dealer, Ron Kemp. Quite rare as only 4 were made.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/terry-frame-003.jpgTerry Frame 003One of the latest creation of Terry Prince which says: "This frame has been designed with Fritz Egli's son. I have constructed it to use all modern Jap components with provision for up to a 180mm rear tyre. There is no welding on the frame or swing arm, stress test have been done and it is very strong."https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1380581_523166177773566_476349549_n.jpg1380581_523166177773566_476349549_nTerry Prince at Bonneville talking about his Vincent passion. Terry bought the bike which is behind him at age of 16 and he was 70 during this interview. From a road bike, it was transformed successively in Hill Climb, Side car and now Salt bike. "This is my baby, I think I'll be buried with it!"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/614802_1389246351324138_1867234361_o.jpg614802_1389246351324138_1867234361_oTerry Prince shared this picture of the scale model frame made by David Dunfey and presented to him at the north U.S rally some year ago in recognition of Terry's outstanding contribution and efforts to fulfill the vision of Fritz Egli. Fritz Egli also received one and so was Patrick Godet. The piston in front of it is from Terry's record bike when it broke a valve the same year!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-trrry-prince-egli-4.jpg05 Trrry Prince Egli 4Vincent V-twin Cafe racer Vincent Works Project by Terry Prince Vincent. 1300cc Magnesium Cases, Horner Brother 5 Speed Transmission, Ducati Monster front forks, mono-shock frame, electric start, bodywork by Evan Wilcox, 12 alternator, 380lbs. Featured by The Discovery Channel on Cafe Racer's.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-2006-irving-vincent-1400-2.jpg04 2006 Irving Vincent 1400 (2)the RTV 1200: these are pretty rare on the road as only 4 in total were produced.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-0911012d-35.jpg03 0911012D (35)This bike is built from a Prince fabricated Egli frame produced, according to the owner, sometime around 1980.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-71433_439076882849163_1249016885_n.jpg02 71433_439076882849163_1249016885_nTPV 1000 with a Ducati 900 SS Imola fuel tank and the cantilever. Just behind is one of the 4 RTV assembled between 1996 and 1998. This bike belongs to Keesecker which bought this Prince’s frames directly in Australia some 10 years ago, and decided it was the perfect foundation for all the Vincent parts he’d been accumulating. So the bike was built up as the perfect Bitsa: the front hub is off a Benelli Tornado, and the rear came from a Laverda 750. Handlebars are from a BMW R90S, the monoshock started life on a Suzuki and is attached to a modified Vincent swingarm, and the front forks are Ceriani. A Matchless fender covers the rear tire and a Laverda fender the front, while the instruments are authentic Vincent Black Lightning units. Source: www.motorcycleclassics.com2023-02-11T04:35:07+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-voc-egli-section-appreciation-patrick-godet1.jpgVOC Egli Section, appreciation Patrick GodetPatrick has received numerous awards in his life, but this one coming from the members of the Egli Vincent section of the VOC is with no doubt among those which were the most appreciated. The plaque says: "This award is given to Patrick Godet From the members of the Egli Vincent Section of the Vincent Owners Club. It is given with the greatest appreciation for the outstanding effort to fulfill the vision of Fritz Egli by manufacturing new high quality Godet Egli Vincent Motorcycles. September 2008"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-424083_321564751215756_100000867021902_930518_729882404_n1.jpgGodet's workshopPatrick's workshop. A lot of stuff orotund there. Stock Vincent in the course of restoration, restored engines, a Cafe Racer, a Sport GT and Patrick' personal Black Prince https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-4808927806_540fe108de_b1.jpgChocolate LightningA 1330 Sport GT, in the Dunhill spec that the customer nicknamed "Chocolate Lightning"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-voc-egli-section-appreciation-patrick-godet.jpgVOC Egli Section, appreciation Patrick GodetPatrick has received numerous awards in his life, but this one coming from the members of the Egli Vincent section of the VOC is with no doubt among those which were the most appreciated. The plaque says: "This award is given to Patrick Godet From the members of the Egli Vincent Section of the Vincent Owners Club. It is given with the greatest appreciation for the outstanding effort to fulfill the vision of Fritz Egli by manufacturing new high quality Godet Egli Vincent Motorcycles. September 2008"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-424083_321564751215756_100000867021902_930518_729882404_n.jpgGodet's workshopPatrick's workshop. A lot of stuff orotund there. Stock Vincent in the course of restoration, restored engines, a Cafe Racer, a Sport GT and Patrick' personal Black Prince https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-4808927806_540fe108de_b.jpg06 4808927806_540fe108de_bA 1330 Sport GT, in the Dunhill spec that the customer nicknamed "Chocolate Lightning"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-302950_444013602355491_110608646_n.jpg1330 Cafe RacerPatrick Godet (right) and Hubert Rigal (left) squatting behind the first 1330 Cafe Racer. Patrick did a great job to deliver a 99 HP (rear wheel) spec which can both work on the road and on track.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-2008-jan-chez-godet-motorcycles-18.jpg04 2008, Jan chez Godet Motorcycles (18)Patrick on a Godet Cafe Racer. © David McCairleyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-2008-jan-chez-godet-motorcycles-25.jpgGodet's workshopA Black Shadow engine about to be finished and fitted back in the rolling frame. © David McCairleyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-2008-jan-chez-godet-motorcycles-9.jpgGodet's workshopPatrick do not hesitate to work in the workshop, although he trend to focus on restoration only. © David McCairley2020-12-28T12:23:32+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/4-the-british-connection/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/screen-shot-2014-01-23-at-5-17-14-am-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-01-23 at 5.17.14 AM.pngRoy Robertson’s Egli-Vincent Slater at Brighton Speed Trial 2012 The caption said “this Egli-Vincent is boredstroked to 1272cc and is very rapid. It runs a quarter mile in 11.28 seconds 118mph. At another event with a longer track it recorded 168mph”https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/15-screen-shot-2013-06-30-at-1-34-02-pm-png.jpg15 Screen Shot 2013-06-30 at 1.34.02 PM.pngThe registration of the Egli brand in the UK by Phil Cotton. Completely legal, it tells a lot about the business ethic.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/13-mossey-9.gif13 Mossey 9The latest JMC are available in 998 and 1200cc. Mossey also propose the Norvin which is pointless as the front tubes are removed.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/12-screen-shot-2013-12-29-at-3-25-21-pm-png.jpg12 Screen Shot 2013-12-29 at 3.25.21 PM.pngProbably a unique bike, as the collaboration between John Mossey and David Hailwood did not last. This exhaust pipe is typical to Mossey.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11-mossey12.jpg11 Mossey12An early JMR proposed by Mossey.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11-chesney-egli.jpg11 Chesney EgliProduction year 1971 - upgraded in the 90's Frame n. CEV 172 (Cheney Egli Vincent) built about 1971. Engine n. F10AB/1/526 (1947) - restamped BS 132414 Bike is currently located in Italy.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10-screen-shot-2013-12-29-at-2-54-02-pm-png.jpg10 Screen Shot 2013-12-29 at 2.54.02 PM.pngSlater #50/200 built in 1971https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10-screen-shot-2013-06-30-at-12-02-29-pm-png.jpg10 Screen Shot 2013-06-30 at 12.02.29 PM.pngThe Black Panther owed by Bar Hodgson. This bike is also based on a Slater frame. The rear loop of the frame has been removed.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-1971-egli-vincent-fritz-4.jpg08 1971 Egli Vincent (Fritz) (4)Dale Keesecker's 1971 Egli-Vincent (Slater) won 2008 East Meets West Run-Offhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-1971-egli-vincent-fritz-7.jpgVintage Motorcycle PhotographsOne of the finest Egli-Vincent made by Slater When Keesecker was presented the opportunity to buy a 1971 Egli-Vincent 12 years ago, he didn’t hesitate. The Egli he bought is one of 200 built by Roger Slater in England, under license from Egli. Although complete, it was in rough shape and required extensive restoration. The engine, from a 1949 Rapide, is highly modified with bore and stroke increased to yield 1,300cc. Keesecker says it puts out close to 100hp at the rear wheel. By comparison, a stock Rapide put out 45hp.2023-06-12T03:57:27+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/01-the-early-egli-vincent-1967-1974/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/presentation5.jpgPresentation5https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/presentation5-copy.jpgPresentation5 copyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/presentation5-copy-4.jpgPresentation5 copy 4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/presentation5-copy-3.jpgPresentation5 copy 3https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/presentation5-copy-2.jpgPresentation5 copy 2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/egli-vincent-3.jpgegli-vincent-3This is EV7, auctionned at Bonhams Feb 7, 2013 for 40,250 Euros. Peter Gerrish was the owner and also involved with Gunga Din. Indeed Peter was helping out at Harpers cleaning up and began to organize a pile of boxes and tarps. Under the clutter was Gunga Din. Harpers put a price of 250 Pounds Sterling on it and Peter tried desperately to buy it. He only had 100 Pounds, so he contacted every member of the Club that he knew. No one would split it with him. He did not necessarily want to own it, but he felt at a minimum, it should not go out of England. A while later, Tom Pelky bought it. Peter was also one of the very first Egli enthusiasts, travelling to see Fritz and taking a test ride.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/488281_420055594699077_1927213687_n.jpg488281_420055594699077_1927213687_nA rare picture of an early Egli made by Fritz, in the 70s (?). Everything is there including the Campagnolo dual disk and the desirable Banana tank. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/561274_10150843288687979_2133349142_n.jpg561274_10150843288687979_2133349142_nThis is the second bike that Terry Prince made in 1983 with the mono shock frame. He used Egli forks as he was the agent for Egli products. The owner wanted everything Red. It was sold a couple of times, and was re-built with carbon fibre. The last owner was Arthur Farrell in the U.K.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/600.jpgFritz and PatrickFritz Egli and Patrick Godet in front of new Patrick's Racer, the Egli 500 Comet. This picture was taken during the Chimay Classic Grand Prix in July 2013. © Philippe Haulethttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/12-1379680_520959997994184_1947930810_n.jpgDave Dunfey and his EgliDave Dunfey heading for the First International Rally at Shadow Lake, Ontario in 1974, on his Egli.2022-03-10T12:14:46+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9271.jpgDSC_9271Bruno Leroy enjoying his first victory of the season on the Egli-Vincent 5002016-03-13T00:40:01+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/3-mid-60-70s-ton-up-bikes/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10712604_10205672061067835_7413044305836362511_o.jpg10712604_10205672061067835_7413044305836362511_oVelocette 500 Thruxtonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10340012_1625653817660994_176011339443506970_n.jpg10340012_1625653817660994_176011339443506970_nEscuse me !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/fastbacklr2.jpgfastbacklr2A rare 750 Fastback which was the answer from the factory to customers complaining about the range. An Atlas tank was replacing the Interstate one.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10296090_709149999144423_7803704656483789580_o.jpg10296090_709149999144423_7803704656483789580_oNorton Commando 750 Interstate | Credit Photo Bev Bowenhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1015040_769357756437701_5923241298147524085_o.jpg1015040_769357756437701_5923241298147524085_oNorton Commando | 850 Roadster, 750 Fastback and 850 Roadsterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1907970_482972291802726_1440126169_n.jpg1907970_482972291802726_1440126169_nVelocette 500 Thruxtonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/615395_10152013165987341_1361324134803740575_o1.jpg615395_10152013165987341_1361324134803740575_oVelocette-Rickman Metisse 500 Thruxtonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/32-velocette-vignette-i-brought-some-of-my-garage-to-sturgis-including-this-robert-carter-sign-and-my-old-riding-gear.jpg32 Velocette vignette...I brought some of my garage to Sturgis, including this Robert Carter sign and my old riding gear...Paul d'Orleans brought some of his garage to Sturgis, including this Robert Carter sign and his old riding gear. Document The Vintagenthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/31-936684_471954156218954_340252262_n.jpg31 936684_471954156218954_340252262_nA couple of Thruxton | © Patrick Doukihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/615395_10152013165987341_1361324134803740575_o.jpg615395_10152013165987341_1361324134803740575_oVelocette 50 Thruxton by Rickman (Metisse)2023-01-15T19:00:08+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/street-nero-by-george-brown/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p4010521.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAAnother interesting picture taken by Francois Grosset shows the new UFM, which replaced the stock RFM untouched by George Brown.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/p3310504.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThis picture taken by Francois Grosset during the assembly process shows quite well the work done by George Brown to connect the Velocette Swinging arm to the Vincent RFM articulation to the engine2017-07-11T05:50:36+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/11-the-vincati/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/untitled.pngUntitledMax Johnson and his Vincati in 1975.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/100.jpg100If you are interested by Big Sid story, here is a link to Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=vincatihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/9922big-sid22-biberman-nov-24-1930-june-22-2013.jpg99%22Big Sid%22 Biberman....Nov. 24, 1930...June 22, 2013R.I.P. Big Sid Sidney M. Biberman Nov. 24, 1930 - June 22, 2013https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/99.jpg99While on military leave in the UK, Big Sid visited the Vincent-HRD works in Stevenage and had the opportunity to meet and talk with company founder Philip Vincent. During the visit, he saw “Gunga Din” the HRD racer. Sid recalled “I opened its gas cap and whiffs of methanol came out”. 60 years later, Aug 16, 2009, Sid encountered Gunga Din again at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. Left to right: Paul Plugfelder, owner of Gunga Din, Big Sid, Matthew Bibberman and Stephen Pate (Restoration Werks). Front Gunga Din and Vincati #1. Somer Hooker had just ridden Gunga Din up from the lawn after the judging.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/98-big-sid.jpg98 big sidSome says he was a "hot-roder", for sure Sid liked to ride hard his bikes.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/97-vincent_motorcycle_projectbig_sid_zpsfe5ad3a8.jpg97 vincent_motorcycle_projectbig_sid_zpsfe5ad3a8Big Sid and his "Chinan Red" Rapide Touring converted in a straight liner.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/96-11327937697383.jpg96 11327937697383Big Sid and his son Matthew a few years later in 2005. Sid was a "big" guy, 6' 5" (196 cm) and 300 lbs (136 kg). Sid often mentioned that the Ducati was a little"roomier" for him than the compact Vincent.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-2.jpg04 (2)On this profile, one can see that the engine is perfectly integrated into the Ducati frame.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/021.jpg02I like to think that if the Vincent factory did not close and the engineers had continue to work on the development of the twins, a 1970 Rapide "Sport" would have looked like that?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/011.jpg01THE VINCATI There is lot of example of motorcycle hybridization and the idea is pretty simple: you “just” drop a different engine in a rolling frame. Easy? just have to look at the numerous Norvin assembled in the 50s: many of them were clearly approximate or unfinished. Now, to get a result like this, it requires clearly some Engineering skills. So was born the Vincati.2022-01-24T12:49:28+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-irving-vincent/2016-03-12T15:24:24+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/04-ev-by-godet-the-sport-gt/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-1463530_10202088604168614_771764354_n.jpg08 1463530_10202088604168614_771764354_nA unique bike for the time being, ordered by Florent Pagny, this spec is based on the Sport GT but designed for the road and trails.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-cafe_racer_3-262121205_large.jpg07 cafe_racer_3.262121205_largeThe Extreme Sport GT, the Chocolate Lightning based on a 1330cc and Surtees 5 speed. The Side panels and the Dunhill color provide a definite touch of class.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-l1000946-dng-copy.jpg06 L1000946.DNG copyThe White Shadow. The Dunhill bike was the base but the customer wanted a special touch of class and the polish engine was preferred to the paint engine. Stock Vincent handlebar, side panels and a 998cc with 4 speed to stay as close as possible from the stock White Shadow behavior and sensations.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-2008-egli-vincent-godet-gt-blackshadow-orange-5.jpgEGLI VINCENT GODETBlack Shadow engine but in 1330 cc displacement. This makes 99 HP at the rear wheel.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-2008-egli-vincent-godet-gt-blackshadow-orange-3.jpgEGLI VINCENT GODETLess radical than the Cafe Racer, this 1330 Sport GT is the right compromisehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-894612_10151574434942419_219511613_o.jpg03 894612_10151574434942419_219511613_oThis is the closest to the last stock Vincent with a Feridax seat. A kind of modern Black Shadow.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-2005-egli-vincent-godet-gt-dunhill-5.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERADunhill wanted something different, "a touch of class", a bike which had the appeal of the Cafe Racer without the racing background. So was born the Sport GT. One of the three bikes was more widely used in the UK for the promotion of the brand in magazines and old vehicles rallies.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02-2a_0047.jpg02 2A_0047The first Sport GT are very close to what we know today. Touring Fuel tank, Side panels but the seat is not yet the 1 seat and half nut a 2 seater.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/01-screen-shot-2013-06-07-at-7-17-46-pm-png.jpg01 Screen Shot 2013-06-07 at 7.17.46 PM.pngThe very first attempt to make a Touring bike. Assembled in 2004 for an Englishman, the rational was to deliver a long haul bike with large tank, standard Vincent pipes to be compatible with a luggage rack and panniers, thicker seat, turn signal, larger fenders and Roadholder front fork rather than the Ceriani... I believe this is a unique model as customers favored widely the Cafe Racer and the Sport GT instead.2022-05-28T16:20:15+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/03-ev-by-godet-the-cafe-racer/2023-02-28T22:19:52+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/06/21/zells-hot-rod-egli-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/egtail.jpgegtailAnother Hot-Rod detail is the side license plate fitted on the rear axle with the tail light. Note as well the exhausts, which reminds me the MV Agusta of the good old days. Picture credit: Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/egbrass.jpgegbrassThe frame came painted black; Paul stripped the paint and loved the contrast between the steel and the brass joints. So he decided to polish the frame and apply a clear coat, as the frame is not made from stainless grade. Note that the battery is hidden under the swinging arm. Picture credit: Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-egprimary-copy.jpg4 egprimary - CopyPaul explains that he had quite a strong mind about what he wanted, half way between a Classic Café Racer and a Hot-Rod. Thus he used an open primary belt transmission that he carefully machined and adapted from Harley Davidson. Picture credit: Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/egold.jpgToshiba Digital CameraThe bike is quite advanced at that stage, but still needs a lot of details and its final paint job. Picture credit: Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/cid_tie_8cd9cfcea8934a1_11fc_32e8d.jpg!cid_tie_8CD9CFCEA8934A1_11FC_32E8DCalifornian residents have the opportunity to see this bike quite often on the road, definitely an eye catcher. Note the superb Laverda Brakes. Picture credit: Paul Zellhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/cid_tie_8cd9cfcead2ff60_11fc_32e8e.jpg!cid_tie_8CD9CFCEAD2FF60_11FC_32E8EThe stunning custom Egli-Vincent that Paul Zell built from a pair of crankcases. Paul also built the bodywork and the exhaust pipes. Picture credit: Paul Zell2015-12-19T22:19:03+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/12/11/2015-manx-grand-prix-iom-fastest-lap-ever-for-a-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/screen-shot-2015-12-11-at-6-34-02-pm.pngScreen Shot 2015-12-11 at 6.34.02 PM2015-12-12T00:55:45+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/08/22/look-back-at-the-grey-flash-by-godet/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/spa2015-bruno-1024x576monkeyplanet-be.jpgspa2015-bruno-1024x576monkeyplanet.be2015-08-22T13:34:53+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/07/14/first-laps-of-the-godet-grey-flash-vincent-chassis/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/lancelot-egli-vincent-spa-1.jpgLancelot Egli-Vincent Spa (1)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/lancelot-egli-vincent-spa-2.jpgLancelot's first laps on the Egli at Spa 2015https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/lancelot-egli-vincent-spa-4.jpgLancelot Egli-Vincent Spa (4)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/bruno-spa.jpgBruno SpaNote the Girdraulic and the half fairing that highlights the beautiful magnesium Vincent cases.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/bruno-vincent.jpgBruno VincentBruno leroy and his Godet Grey Flash with a Vincent Chassis.2015-07-14T17:34:23+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/07/03/4th-evg-egli-vincent-godet-rally/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271333.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThis Black Shadow had 19,000 miles on the clock when it stopped in1959. It was refreshed by Patrick Godet who kept the authentic patina of the bike. © Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271330.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271329.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271327.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271326.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271324.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAFritz has not lost the hand, a puncture in the rear tire stopped him, but it was rapidly fixed on the side of the road. © Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271319.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271318.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271317.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/p6271299.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA© Egli-Vincent.net 2019-04-12T23:16:25+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/30/the-birth-of-a-viking-goddess/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/99-left.jpg99 LeftThis project was meant to deliver a classic looking or old looking Egli says Dag and there was much work put into the design, to avoid design flaws that can be found on some Egli replicas.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/22-the-bike-is-now-finished-ready-to-hit-the-roade280a6-hi-colin.jpg22 the bike is now finished, ready to hit the road… hi Colin!Cyril Malem says "the bike is stunning", we all believe this.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/20-gear-change-lever.jpg20 Gear change leverThe remote controlshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/19-the-rear-wheel.jpg19 The rear wheelThe rear wheel with a Black Lightning brake. The hub is custom made and so is the sprockethttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/18-pipes-assembly.jpg18 Pipes assemblyThe pipes made by Colin at an early stage of the manufacturinghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/17-engine-and-rolling-frame-comes-together.jpg17 Engine and rolling frame comes togetherThe powerplant and the rolling frame comes togetherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/16-et-voila.jpg16 Et voila !Et voila !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/15-polish.jpg15 PolishPolishing....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/14-weld.jpg14 weldWelding....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/13-position-the-sheets-together.jpg13 Position the sheets togetherDag assembles the pieces which materialize the fuel tank2015-04-16T00:24:15+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/04/03/breaking-news-egli-racing-to-enter-2015-classic-tt-iom-on-an-egli-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/unnamed.jpgFreiAlex Frei (left), Fritz W. Egli (middle) and Horst Saiger (right). Picture © Egli-Racing2015-04-03T13:22:50+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/03/31/cam-donald-riding-the-egli-vincent-godet-grey-flash/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/photo0261.jpgSAMSUNGhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0175_2.jpgIMG_0175_2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/img_0171.jpgIMG_0171https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/a64h5110-4896c3973264-pixels.jpgA64H5110.jpg 4,896×3,264 pixelshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/15_204.jpg15_204https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/020615-2015-phillip-island-classic-fp2e5176.jpg020615-2015-phillip-island-classic-FP2E51762015-04-01T00:18:50+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2015/01/25/egli-motorradtechnik-acquired-by-swiss-entrepreneur-a-frei/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/screen-shot-2015-01-25-at-9-36-53-am-png.jpgScreen Shot 2015-01-25 at 9.36.53 AM.png2015-02-04T12:12:37+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/04/19/the-good-old-days-of-pegasus/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/screen-shot-2014-04-16-at-9-39-10-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-04-16 at 9.39.10 PM.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/z-2011-dragstalgia.jpgz 2011-dragstalgia“Team Pegasus members brought together in 2011: Derek, Mick & Ian flanked by Graham Martin (left) and Eddie Keightly (right) with Derek's replica Vincent sprinter”. Information TeamPegasushttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/sprinter.jpgsprinter“The first Pegasus was 30 year old 600cc single cylinder Panther engine,. Although not challenging the established stars of the day, "Long Rod" as it was christened, did muster a 13sec quarter” Information TeamPegasushttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/im-pegasus-norton-wheelie.jpgim-pegasus-norton-wheelie“Roger Gorringe shoots Ian at speed, the Norton always had good weight-transfer off the startline”. Information TeamPegasus and picture © Roger Gorringehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-dragster-06-vincent-pegasus-7.jpg01 Dragster 06 Vincent Pegasus 7“A great shot from an unknown photographer taken at an NSA sprint event with Ian proving the job of a startline marshal can be a hazardous one. In the "Blog" pages you will find a short cine clip of this run. 1969, RAF Debden, Essex UK”. Picture and information © TeamPegasushttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-dragster-06-vincent-pegasus-6.jpg01 Dragster 06 Vincent Pegasus 6“Another great action shot from Roger Phillips showing Mick Butler on the Pegasus-Vincent employing his neat "economical" riding style with the nosecone of arch rival John Hobbs just coming into shot. 1971 Santa Pod Raceway, UK”. Information TeamPegasus and picture © Roger Phillipshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-dragster-06-vincent-pegasus-5b.jpg01 Dragster 06 Vincent Pegasus 5b“Photographer Roger Phillips managed to capture Ian Ashwell in 1971 during Team Pegasus most successful year when they won both the BDR&HRA and NDRC championships. Santa Pod Raceway, UK”. Information TeamPegasus and picture © Roger Phillipshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-dragster-06-vincent-pegasus-2.jpg01 Dragster 06 Vincent Pegasus 2“A great shot of Derek burning the rear slick; this shows the "short" exhaust pipes experimented with for a few meetings. Although they produced a lot of low-end torque, ultimately they didn't improve the elapsed time. 1971 Santa Pod Raceway, UK”. Picture and information © TeamPegasushttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-dragster-06-vincent-pegasus-01.jpgSONY DSCWhen the Pegasus team was formed, a normally aspirated 998cc V-twin Vincent engine was chosen; this is the replica of the first Pegasus-Vincent nowadays. 2015-12-17T21:51:57+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/26/irving-vincent-impossible-is-not-a-way-of-thought-in-australia/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/100_1302.jpg100_1302Daytona 2008 Credit photo, David Dunfeyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/irving-vincent-daytona08.jpgIrving-Vincent-Daytona08The Daytona bike that made the Irving-Vincent famous in 2008. 165 bhp and 113 lb/ft of torque @ 5800 rpm packed in a top-notch chassis were sufficient to beat the twins from Bologna. Credit photo, David Dunfeyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/05-screen-shot-2013-06-17-at-9-50-57-pm-png.jpg05-screen-shot-2013-06-17-at-9-50-57-pm-pngThe engine is also fitted in sidecar. Here it also rhymes with domination in racing. If you are yet to be convinced that this thing flies…. look at the attached.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/screen-shot-2014-06-22-at-9-35-30-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-06-22 at 9.35.30 PM.pngThis is the 2-Valve as reference; interestingly the UFM is quite close from the Vincent original designhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/screen-shot-2014-06-22-at-9-34-48-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-06-22 at 9.34.48 PM.pngAs you can see the 4-Valve had does not look like the 2-Valve, and is easily identifiable.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/irving-vincent-16-irving-vincent-4v-head.jpgIrving-Vincent 16 Irving Vincent 4v headhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/irving-vincent-15-irving-vincent-4-valve-rocker.jpgIrving-Vincent 15 Irving Vincent 4 valve rockerThe masterpiece of the Irving-Vincent: A 4-valve head. Dreamt by Phil Irving himself, he was never able to develop it other than on the drawing board before the factory shut down in 1955.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/irving-vincent-13-the-most-recent-evolution-of-the-1600cc-irving-vincent-which-is-supposed-to-be-entered-into-the-upcoming-2013-daytona-bott.jpgIrving-Vincent 13 The most recent evolution of the 1600cc Irving-Vincent, which is supposed to be entered into the upcoming 2013 Daytona BOTT.The Evolution 4, with 4-valve heads, just in front of a 2-valve version. Both being 1600cc configuration.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/irving-vincent-12.jpgIrving-Vincent 12We can recognize the Vincent crankcases but inside this is a very different piece of art. A 1600 cc cranking 165 BHP at 6500 rpm. Steve Hamel uses the same base for his land speed record bike at Bonneville.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/irving-vincent-08-goodwood-2012.jpgIrving-Vincent 08 Goodwood 2012The latest 8-valve engine is also incredibly smooth for such big displacement engine with no balance shaft. It pulls very hard from 3000rpm to the shifter limit at 7000rpm and provides a quite flat and massive torque curve, which makes the difference compare to the modern super-square engines, specially when you get out of the curves, complementing its aptitude on the brakes with a very stable and predictable demeanor… even on one wheel! Goodwood 2012.2015-01-07T01:20:45+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/05/03/the-egli-laverda-another-way-to-touch-the-egli-myth/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/laverda-egli-frame-taylor.jpgLaverda Egli frame TaylorColin Taylor just completed the first frame of a batch of Egli-replica frame for Laverda 750. The market is fairly hot for this base, as eventually you end-up with a great looking bike with a great character (4)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_5430_2.jpgIMG_5430_2JL Mekaniikka from Finland has also built Egli-Laverda replica frames in 2012 http://jlmeccanica.blogspot.co.uk/ (5)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rs20philippe20coulon20coulon2019722020egli20sfc.jpgrs%20Philippe%20Coulon%20Coulon%201972%20%20Egli%20SFCAfter Fritz Egli in 1968 on Egli-Vincent, Philippe Coulon was the winner in 1972 of the Swtitzerland Hillclimb championship.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/10255906_10152404892791563_168547035_n.jpg10255906_10152404892791563_168547035_nColin Taylor just started the first batch of Egli-replica frame for Laverda 750. The market is fairly hot for this base, as eventually you end-up with a great looking bike with a great character (4)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/laverda-1971-03.jpgLaverda 1971 03The 750 SF was manufactured between 1968 and 1978. Widely overshadowed by the 1000 triple during that time, the market does justice to this bike today.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/laverda-750-sfc-73-1.jpgLaverda 750 SFC 73 1Egli took care of the SF750 mill before the works decided to market the street version of its racing 750 SFC, which is today highly desirable. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/egli-laverda-el-750-1.jpgEgli Laverda EL 750 1The other side of the bike looks even greater with the 2-in-1 exhaust. Tuned with the SFC cams and 38 mm Dell’Orto, you could expect 75bhp at 7,500rpm.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/egli_laverda_750_2.jpgEgli_Laverda_750_2One of the 25 original Egli-Laverda made by Fritz in Switzerland, Look at the typical Egli fairing with the square headlamp and the Egli front fork.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/dsc00111.jpgdsc00111This Egli is fitted with the SFC equipment that you can see on the ground.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/egli1_site.jpgEgli1_siteEgli-Laverda 750 SFC. I am sure you did not think about this so far ☺ However, look at how this mill fits like a glove in this Egli frame.2014-12-06T19:02:05+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/how-to-build-a-banana-tank/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/974596_10152397589431563_716188543_n.jpg974596_10152397589431563_716188543_nColin mentions that his tanks are "English Wheeled" all the way from flat sheet to finished shape. The joins between the center top section and the left & right sides being made by autogenous welding using an Oxy-Acetelene flame. These welds are not ground but are rolled flat using the English Wheel. All other welds are made using the TIG process with Argon as the shield gas.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10287230_10152395162521563_1953691791_n.jpg10287230_10152395162521563_1953691791_nIf this is too complex for you, you still have the alternative to order a finished tank to Colin Taylor See address here https://egli-vincent.net/1-the-vincent-abcd-book/the-best-names-behind-vincent/)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/20.jpg20Now fitted on the bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10-19.jpg10 19Fully welded, leak-proofed and polished. Ready to fit the Eglihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/9-15.jpg9 15the last welding operation will be the triangulated U-shape that you see on the right side, which goes around the oil filler of the spine frame.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/8-16.jpg8 16The top and the bottom are now positioned together, ready to be welded.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/7-10.jpg7 10The result after the welding operation, note on the left the sockets that will be used for the gas cap and taps and the silent blocks.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/6-8.jpg6 8All these subcomponents are positioned with jigs and welded together.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/5-7.jpg5 7Now it’s time to think about the bottom of the tank to fit the spine frame and the curves of the engine.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/5-2.jpg5 2The pattern and the upper tank. Some craftsmen use a styrofoam form instead.2016-06-01T18:15:04+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/10/19/first-laps-of-the-tpv-egli-vincent-1330-at-ledenon-in-france/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_9834.jpgIMG_9834Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_8217.jpgIMG_8217Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_8216.jpgIMG_8216Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_8092.jpgIMG_8092Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_8032.jpgIMG_8032Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/img_7847.jpgIMG_7847Photo © Jean-Michel Losmahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p10507971.jpgP1050797https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1050798.jpgP1050798The Tyres are heated up, the Bike is ready for a very first ride on the Track.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1050799.jpgP1050799Of course, the good old EGLI-DUCATI, ED984SSR, is attendinghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/p1050797.jpgP1050797The TPV-EGLI-Vincent, ready to go, in the pits at the racetrack of Lédenon, South France.2014-11-03T22:02:26+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/10/13/alex-sinclair-finishes-2nd-of-the-2014-cmrc-group-1/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/podium-avec-genlteman-jim.jpgPodium avec genlteman jimSnetterton, October 11, 2014 Rostrum at the end of the day Photo © Philippe Damicohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/juste-avant-la-course.jpgjuste avant la courseSnetterton, October 11, 2014 Just before the race Photo © Philippe Damicohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/en-pregrille.jpgen pregrilleSnetterton, October 11, 2014 Pre-grid Photo © Philippe Damicohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/attente-en-pregrille.jpgattente en pregrilleSnetterton, October 11, 2014 Pre-grid Photo © Philippe Damico2014-10-14T11:03:49+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/crmc-uk-cadwell-park-september-7-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2014-cadwell-park-4.jpg2014 cadwell park 4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/of7c5873-tiff.jpgOF7C5873.tiffhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2014-cadwell-park.jpg2014 Cadwell Parkhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/cadwell-park.jpgCadwell ParkAlex, at the end of the day. All the team is satisfied with the Grey Flash. On the left Peter Fox, the owner of the bike and on the right, Alex's father, Ian.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/alex-ian.jpgAlex & Ianhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/2014-cadwell-park-51.jpg2014 CADWELL PARK 5https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/alex-sinclair.jpgAlex Sinclair2014-09-12T20:16:41+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/09/07/back-from-the-iom-by-patrick-godet/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/mgp_14-005.jpgMGP_14 005https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/mgp_14-002.jpgMGP_14 002https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/mgp_14-001.jpgMGP_14 001https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/godet-vincent1.jpgGodet-Vincenthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/bruno-14-cl-tt.jpgBruno-14 Cl TThttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/godet-vincent.jpgGodet vincenthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/bruno_14-cl-tt_2.jpgBruno_14 Cl TT_22014-09-07T15:10:33+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/30/variations-on-a-featherbed/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/26-541713_10200453340989125_1741317597_n.jpg26 541713_10200453340989125_1741317597_nNEW | NORLAKE Another interesting hybrid is the use of a 500 cc Weslake in a Featherbed. This engine was widely used on grass track and sand track speedway.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/25-norton-imp-this-might-be-what-happens-if-you-try-putting-a-hillman-imp-hassen-mundy-sohc-in-one.jpg25 Norton-Imp-This might be what happens if you try putting a Hillman Imp ( Hassen : Mundy sohc ) in oneNEW | NORIMP This is an interesting hybrid based on a car engine, the Hillman Imperial manufactured from 1963 to 1976 in UK and Autralia. The engine is a all aluminum 998 cc Straight-4 Overhead camshaft delivering up to 65 bhp. You can see there is some idea there!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/24-huskton.jpg24 HusktonHUSQTON With a Husqvarna 600 cc Single engine.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/23-featherbedkawasaki.jpg23 featherbedkawasakiNORSAKI A Norsaki with a Kawasaki 750 Mach IV enginehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/22-norzuki2.jpg22 Norzuki2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/22-217855_179819028809942_1141871740_n.jpg22 217855_179819028809942_1141871740_nNEW | NORZUKI Norzuki 1100 GSX?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/21-hondton.jpg21 HondtonNORDA A Norda with 750 Honda Fourhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/20-slimlinefeatherbedwithyamahavirago10001.jpg20 SlimlineFeatherbedwithYamahaVirago10001YAMTON The Yamton, with a Yamaha 920 cc Virago engine. Article on the Virago. (front down tubes completely removed).https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/19-hedtom.jpg19 HedtomHEDTON Nisse Helund designed the Hedlund engine in Sweden, for sidecar racing. The first one was produced in 1975. One came third in the world championship in 1979.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/18-nortilia-1.jpg18 Nortilia 1NORILIA A Norilia, with Aprilia 1000 cc 2021-09-23T00:30:24+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/08/23/2014-classic-tt-update-aug-23-405am-iom-time/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/10402789_511951215606715_4692772946694712958_n.jpg10402789_511951215606715_4692772946694712958_nBruno on #40https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/screen-shot-2014-08-25-at-6-13-15-am-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-08-25 at 6.13.15 AM.pngFinal results of the 500 class | see all results on http://www.iomtt.com/~/media/Files/2014/Downloads/ClassicTT/RaceResults/Classic%20500%20Lap%20by%20Lap.pdfhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/031.jpg031Alex in pre-grid on Tuestay, Photo courtesy Ken McIntoshhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/iom-2014-015.jpgiom-2014-015Bruce Anstey finished on the podium in 3rd position with #5 Manx, Photo courtesy Ken McIntoshhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/iom-2014-010.jpgiom-2014-010Patrick paid a visit to Ken McIntosh after the race to congratulate Ken and Bruce Anstey's 3rd position, Photo courtesy Ken McIntoshhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/07-mars-webster1.jpg07 Mars Websterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/10-mc-intosh-and-bruce-anstey.jpg10 Mc Intosh and Bruce AnsteyWe ask like the Manx and with no sectarism we are please to share this picture with Mc Intosh himself and Bruce Anstey who piloted #5. Picture courtesy of Randy Hoffmanhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/09.jpg09Mars' Eglihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/08.jpg08Mars who sent is Egli from California take a "souvenir" picture on #40https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/07-mars-webster.jpg07 Mars WebsterGreat picture from Mars Webster. Fritz Egli and the 2 Egli Grey Flash.2014-08-26T11:13:41+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/08/16/continental-circus/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/1467271_547234658695336_1332027267_n.jpg1467271_547234658695336_1332027267_nhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dvd-continental-circus-le-film-urgent-20140403165018.jpgdvd-continental-circus-le-film-urgent-201404031650182014-11-20T03:06:17+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/08/09/speedo-tacho-bracket-for-ceriani-fork/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/p8060715.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAA new product in aluminum billet designed to fit Ceriani forks. Other variants to come soon.2014-08-09T06:39:27+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/08/02/those-norvin-made-in-australia/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/02-271.jpg02-27Ken Phelps missed MkII when it was for sale so he decided to build his own replica.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/clive-win20051.jpgclive win2005Clive Harrop raced MkI between 2003 and 2006 that was owned at that time by Gordon Will. The previous owner significantly modified the #87.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/1964-vincent-1000-road-racing-motorbike1.jpg1964-Vincent-1000-Road-Racing-MotorbikeMkI as displayed in the Bathurst Motor Museumhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/1488960_10152272511429591_671564628_n1.jpg1488960_10152272511429591_671564628_nThe picture that has inspired Alan Puckett’s watercolor painting.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/08-mag1_11.jpg08 mag1_1Eric Debenham with Mk II at Bathurst in 1971. Picture © The Bike Book.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/04-mag1_52.jpg04 mag1_5Eric Debenham with Mk II at Bathurst in 1971. Picture © The Bike Bookhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/05-mag1_31.jpg05 mag1_3Mk II with Keith Corish (left) and Eric Debenham in 1971 after Bathurst meeting. Corish decided not long after to stop racing and sell the bike. Who can tell that he already this idea in mind with hiss frown on his face while Debenham is enjoying victory? Picture © The Bike Book.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/06-mag2_51.jpg06 mag2_5MkII in its early stage of Development in 1971. A few details like the oil tank cap, silencers and the front fender help identification.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/07-corish-vincent-21.jpg07 corish Vincent 2MkI is identifiable by the oil cap, which is on the front of the tank.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/mag2_7.jpgmag2_7Eric Debenham with an early version of MkI, likely 64.2021-02-16T05:51:22+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/06/14/the-parkin-vincent-in-the-wake-of-neros-concept/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/norton-parkin-03.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe engine, matted to an AMC gearbox, has been rebuilt with a 600cc Terry Prince top end and Carillo con-rod. Some 600 hours later and with 100 parts built on lathe and milling machine, the bike was ready. Picture courtesy Craig Comontofskihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/norton-parkin-02.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERABill Norton’s Parkin Vincent today in its second life; the front fork is from a Kawasaki with dual disk front brakes and the rear caliper is from Brembo. Picture courtesy Craig Comontofskihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leo-goff-01.jpgLeo Goff 01Bill Norton’s Parkin was a 1000 Series D imported privately from England in the early 60s. This bike was first bought by Leo Goff, a well-known dragster guy and was loaded with Black Lightning components. Eventually,Somer Hooker bought the bike and used it extensively. Credit Picture: Somer Hookerhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/snap11-2.jpgSnap11 (2)Charlie and Bill Norton with their Parkin Comet; the front fork is from a Kawasaki with dual disk front brakes and the rear caliper is from Brembo. The engine, matted to an AMC gearbox, has been rebuilt with a 600cc Terry Prince top end and Carillo con-rod. Some 600 hours later and with 100 parts built on lathe and milling machine, the bike was ready. Picture courtesy Craig Comontofskihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-vincent15.jpg4 Vincent15Because of its rarity, Keesecker doesn’t ride the Parkin much but he owns several Vincent specials including a Norvin, two Egli-Vincent (one by Slater and one by Terry Prince), a RTV1200 but also much more… | see the link to www.MotorcycleClassics.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/3-161566353-l.jpg3 161566353-LThe main modification made by Keesecker was adding back the internal wall separating the engine and the transmission. Removing the material saved maybe a half-pound said Dale but it put the transmission at risk.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2-1971-parkin-vincent.jpg2 1971 Parkin VincentWhen Dale Keesecker found his Parkin-Vincent in 1997, it was in a very poor condition. The restoration centered on repairing and colour-matching the tank as the original paint was still visible on the tank’s underside.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1-for_egl_vin_site_parkin_mph_1970-copy.jpg1 For_Egl_Vin_site_Parkin_MPH_1970 - CopyThe caption is quite clear, the Parkin was designed to win and delivered the promises. Credit Picture: David Lancaster2014-07-31T06:29:01+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/the-parkin-vincent/2014-07-31T06:27:48+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/vdma-belgium-chimay-july-20-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/2014-07-06-2004-spa-2.jpg2014-07-06 2004 spa (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/2014-07-06-1523-spa-2.jpg2014-07-06 1523 spa (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/2014-07-06-1466-spa-2.jpg2014-07-06 1466 spa (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/005-2.jpg005 (2)2014-07-23T01:41:48+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/20/45-years-ago-man-was-riding-on-the-moon/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/remembering-the-moon-001.jpgREMEMBERING-THE-MOON-001Astronaut Edwin E Aldrin poses for a photograph beside the U.S. flag deployed on the Moon during the Apollo 11 mission on July 20, 1969. Photograph: NEIL ARMSTRONG/APhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/21-july-1969-touring-the-moon-modified-1024x1024.jpg!!! 21 July 1969 Touring-the-moon-modified-1024x102445 Years ago, the NASA firmly believed that the best backup vehicle for the LRV was the Vincent 1000 Rapide Touring.2014-07-21T11:52:06+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/19/gps-speedomer/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-speedometer-sm2801-2.jpgvintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-speedometer-sm2801-2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-4.jpgvintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-3.jpgvintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-3https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/vintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-1.jpgvintage-cafe-racer-caferacer-bobber-brat-chopper-custom-motorcycle-electronic-parts-legendary-motorcycles-gps-electronic-speedometer-speedo-tachometer-tacho-sm2804-1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/obj511geo507p14-png.jpgobj511geo507p14.pnghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bracket-4-dual-gauge.jpgBracket 4 dual gaugehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/bracket-3-3-8-speedo-tach.jpgBracket 3 3-8 Speedo-Tachhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/025_vboc2014april_tnk_5255_750pix.jpg025_VBOC2014April_TNK_5255_750pix© Brian Tinkler2014-07-18T22:32:37+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/crmc-uk-brands-hatch-july-7-2014/2014-11-21T23:04:47+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/12/the-godet-500-racer-just-got-a-twin-sister/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/alex-5.jpgAlex 5Elbow to elbow, Alex inside the corner with HHHH (#121) and GGGG (#70)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/alex-4.jpgAlex 4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/alex-3.jpgAlex 3https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/alex-2.jpgAlex 2Alex (#42) is in 3rd position just behind XXXX on SSSS (#24) and ZZZZ on DDDD (#14)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/alex-1.jpgAlex 1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/014.jpg014https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/005.jpg005Bruno Leroy’s bike (the Blue) with Alex Sinclair’ bike (the Grey) in front of Patrick Godet’s workshop.2014-07-11T02:06:47+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/07/04/vincent-hrd-cafe-racer/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/vincent-hrd-cafc3a9-racer-2.jpgVincent-HRD-Café-Racer-2https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/vincent-hrd-cafc3a9-racer.jpgVincent-HRD-Café-Racerhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/vincent-hrd-cafc3a9-racer-4.jpgVincent-HRD-Café-Racer-4https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/vincent-hrd-cafc3a9-racer-1.jpgVincent-HRD-Café-Racer-1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/vincent-hrd-cafc3a9-racer-3.jpgVincent-HRD-Café-Racer-32014-11-16T00:58:15+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/03/14/cees-fick-vincent-the-dutch-cafe-racer-2/2014-07-03T19:16:02+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/vincent-specials/the-curtis-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/tz750nov09-001.jpgTZ750Nov09 001Denis Curtis in his workshop in Vancouver, B.C. CMR core activity is focused on building classic racing frames for Yamaha 4-cylinder and 2-cylinder, 2-strokes and 15 other classic racing models, which are becoming popular in classic racing circles.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/curtis-1.jpgCurtis 1The bike as it is known today featured in Classic Bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/leno_vincent_special.jpgLeno_Vincent_SpecialThe same bike, now owned by TV personality Jay Leno since 1995. Leno purchased the bike from the original owner in North Vancouver. He made a few changes to the original equipment when he rebuilt the bike. This picture is supplied thanks to 'Classic Bike' of the UK (see next picture). The nose cone fairing has been removed, and other parts such the front brake assembly, the exhaust and seat have been changed.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/943506_470372019719649_143103715_n.jpg943506_470372019719649_143103715_nHere, the frame is not a modified Manx but a tubular backbone frame built from scratch by Curtis. The gearbox and transmission are from a Norton Commando, the gas tank is a Rickman-style, and the seat a Vesco unit. Wheels and brakes are original Honda. A special oil tank was made up to clear the rear carburetor and the fairing and screen were a Dunstall Mark II replicas.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1005997_479558215467696_114136095_n.jpg1005997_479558215467696_114136095_nThe following pictures show the first Curtis-Vincent made in Canada in1974/5 for Jim Brokensha from Vancouver. This bike has been slightly modified since and today belongs to Jay Leno. This is the original owner. As with the previous race bikes, the Vincent bloc has been heavily transformed but a Commando gearbox and transmission replaces the Manx units for road use.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/b039.gifB039Subsequently CFR used the new liquid cooled Yamaha engine although the engine was not at that time available to the public. The bike was designed to use the 18" CFR wheels in Magnesium, Ceriani Road Race Forks and a cantilever swing arm with 2 shocks horizontally placed right underneath the gas tank. The seat height was extremely low, keeping the rider's weight as low as possible. It weighed 22 pounds less than the Yamaha Motor Canada bikes of the time.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/b022.jpgB022In the mid-70s, there was little demand for Seeley 4-stroke frames but Leif Sorenson, one of Curtis’s employees, wanted to build such a bike, and convinced Denis to do it. The bike featured Betor front forks, Kawasaki brakes and Boyer transistorized ignition; also one of Curtis’ first attempts to build an aluminum gas tank. The Dunstall fairing and front fender, and the Hansen style seat were also made by CFR. This bike, using a 1968 engine, was completed in 1973.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/b055.jpgB055Stuart Howe on his Curtis-Vincent in 1972. Stuart was a Vincent sidecar-racing specialist and did a lot of the engine preparation on his bike. Note the Dunstall front fork with built-in calipers.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1016614_470370846386433_1216489917_n.jpg1016614_470370846386433_1216489917_nThe first Curtis-Vincent Special was raced at Cadwell Park in Lincolnshire in the Clubman Open racing class. The bike uses a 998cc Vincent V-twin engine upgraded to Lightning spec in a Manx Norton rolling frame including its 4-speed gearbox/transmission.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/b013.jpgB013Cadwell Park, 1967: Denis Curtis on his Curtis-Vincent #32. This was one of the Vincent Owners' Club many race meetings at the circuit. Pilots are waiting for the 'out'. Another famous Vincent name is Roger Slater on #2, later importer and constructer of Egli-Vincents, and veteran West London section member and Parkin-Vincent racer Ken Chamberlin #24, behind Curtis. Photo courtesy of Geoff Preece.2023-11-19T19:50:05+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/03/22/the-curtis-vincent-from-cadwell-park-to-the-plains-of-ontario/2014-07-03T16:12:56+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/04/12/the-french-nero/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10-p3310497-copy.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAWhen the bike was restored in 1998, Nero logos were added on the tank. After internal club debates, it was concluded that as Brown never marketed the bike such Egli did, thus Nero was the name of Brown's Racer, not a production bike brand. On my perspective, it’s a pity, as it looked really good and after all, this bike was made by George Brown himself. Picture © Michel Cottereauhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/09-screen-shot-2013-08-27-at-5-09-35-pm-png.jpg09 Screen Shot 2013-08-27 at 5.09.35 PM.pngNote the typical Velocette swinging arm with its tapered tubes similarly to a racing bicycle. Unlike the Egli, the lack of vertical tube opens space around the engine. Picture © Michel Cottereauhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/08-002-copy-3.jpg08 002 copy 3On this picture we can see the details of the sub-frame anchored today to a new UFM. Picure © Michel Cottereauhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/07-002-copy-2.jpg07 002 copy 2The other part of George Brown work was this Velocette modified swinging arm and the tubular sub-frame supporting the seat and shocks. Picture © Michel Cottereauhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/06-screen-shot-2013-08-27-at-5-09-51-pm-png.jpg06 Screen Shot 2013-08-27 at 5.09.51 PM.pngThe French Nero today. The front fork and brake came from an AJS 7R and are part of the original installation made by George Brown. Brown was leading the Experimental department and had no authority on the design of the Vincent, should he had it, he would surely had swap the Girdraulic and the cantilever for these conventional elements and the result would have been close to this Nero. Picture © Michel Cottereauhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/05-p3310512.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAThe French Nero, as featured in the Moto Revue #1496. The article was publish in a rubric called “what readers think of their bikes” and written by Marc Souvrain to who Marc Bellon entrusted his Nero, while the latest was on duty in Algeria. When Marc was discharged, his found in bike in so poor condition that the bike stayed in basket case for nearly 20 years. Picture © Moto Revuehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/04-p3310513.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMarc Souvrain riding the French Nero at Cote L’Apize hill climb in 1960, where he made the best time. Picture © Marc Bellonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/03-p3310517.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERACaptured in Paris, in the late 50s, Marc Bellon just came back from George Brown’s shop with his Nero replica. Picture © Marc Bellonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/02.jpg02Nero and Super Nero. The latest was equipped with a supercharger and the displacement increased to 1300cc. Both machines are displayed at the Motorcycles National Museum of Birmingham, UK.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/01-my-prefered-picture-of-nero-and-george-brown.jpg01 My prefered picture of Nero and George BrownGeorge Brown on Nero in its late sprinter outfit; a great shot with the cigarette in mouth!2015-11-05T17:25:23+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/02/14/gunga-din-a-legend-that-moved-from-the-shadow-to-the-limelight/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/378441_298733676832197_1793406461_n.jpg378441_298733676832197_1793406461_nLegend are often made of extraordinary events like this 1948 Clubman’s TT race, where George Brown set the fastest lap at 86.25mph although he finished 6th after having pushed Gunga Din for the last 6 miles of the 37 miles race, simply because he was running out of gas! https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/019-2370852225_1cf7497183.jpg019 2370852225_1cf7497183Gunga Din, Kipling’s poem became in 1939 a movie featuring Cary Grant and Douglas Fairbanks Jrhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/18-gunga-din9.jpg18 Gunga-Din9One of the last shot of Gunga Din. Note that the machine has the latest unpainted die-cast crankcases. Gunga Din has been restored to this exact specification.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/17-1270153_10201860698223095_474157721_o.jpg17 1270153_10201860698223095_474157721_oSame day, the other sidehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/16-736064_10201860698263096_1959893534_o.jpg16 736064_10201860698263096_1959893534_oGunga Din at the factory, likely in 1953https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/14-1391583_523970857693098_1909263298_n.jpg14 1391583_523970857693098_1909263298_nMy preferred picture that I really love! It looks like the stock production Vincent is doing homage to "Gunga Din" in recognition of its exceptional services.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/15-snap3.jpg15 Snap3Ted Davies on the Lightning, gets a push off from Jacl Lazenby, during the Montlhery record attempt. This picture supplied by Ted Davies himself shows that the record bike is indeed different from the official pictures.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/13-555787_495864740503710_1949264807_n.jpg13 555787_495864740503710_1949264807_nThe current spec has the rare Vincent racing magneto, the prototype Girdraulic front forks, 32mm Amal TT carburetors, original 50-year old Dunlop tires, straight exhaust pipes with 2-inch headers and many one-off components. Everything has been lightened and drilled, with magnesium being used on various components including the brake drums.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/12-gungadinn-henrymartini-may1-19531.jpg12 GungaDinn-HenryMartini-may1-19531This is a very historic shot of Gunga Din, in Ireland in 1953 when it set a record. Phil and Frida Vincent were on their Honeymoon and it was the last Public appearance of Gunga Din. Dennis O'Neill, the small light rider was there as a back-up pilot while Harry Lindsey, the rider on the far right, went 143mph. Note the elastic band on his leathers was to prevent flapping. Source David Dunfey. http://www.thevincent.com/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/11-george-brown-and-gunga-din-in-an-earlier-specification.jpg11 George Brown and Gunga Din in an earlier specificationGeorge Brown and Gunga Din in an earliest specification. The very first key milestone in its development involved enlarged ports, bigger carburetors, balanced and polished con-rods and increased compression, which moved the power from 45hp to 55hp; it was virtually what would become a year later the legendary Black Shadow. Looking at that picture, with its black engine and its Brampton fork, Gunga Din has already the appearance of JRO 102, the first production Black Shadow.2015-03-05T02:55:39+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/03/01/mad-jacks-rapide/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/screen-shot-2014-02-28-at-6-30-13-am-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-02-28 at 6.30.13 AM.pngSeven Vincents trusted the seven first places in the Clubman 1000cc category. In 1950, there was not really room for competition. You can check all the TT results from the origin on http://www.iomtt.com/TT-Database/Eventshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/8-screen-shot-2014-02-27-at-6-29-29-pm-png.jpg8 Screen Shot 2014-02-27 at 6.29.29 PM.pngPhillip’s Rapide is highlighted on David Wright’s cover book. It was one of the seven Vincent, which entered the TT in 1950. Vincent club records confirm ownership by Alex Phillip (Nov.'47) and Jack Churchill (1951)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/7-screen-shot-2014-02-27-at-6-28-50-pm-png.jpg7 Screen Shot 2014-02-27 at 6.28.50 PM.pngThe 1947 Vincent Series B Rapide today| Frame no. R2312 | Engine no. F10AB1313. It was not sold and will likely come back soon on the stage.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/6-mad-jack-churchill-bow-arrows-sword.jpg6 mad-jack-churchill-bow-arrows-sword6. “Churchill earned the nickname 'Mad Jack' during WW2, when his battle dress included a clay beg basket-hilt sword, plus a 6' tall longbow with custom-made 'war arrows'. In 1940, he scored the first and only 'kill' during WW2 using a bow and arrow, while organizing the retreat of trapped British soldiers in the village of l'Epinette. Hiding in a granary, he spotted 7 Germans hiding behind a wall, and let loose a shaft, which hit its mark deeply. He was seen the next day riding a commandeered Motobecane with his bow strapped to the chassis and arrows in the panniers, with the unfortunate German sergeant's cap adorning the headlamp.”https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/5-mad-jack-churchill.jpg5 mad-jack-churchillLt Colonel Churchill (1906-1996) stood out as a hero during WWII, earning two Distinguished Service Orders, and carrying a bullet in his shoulder for 55 years.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/4-screen-shot-2014-02-27-at-6-29-14-pm-png.jpg4 Screen Shot 2014-02-27 at 6.29.14 PM.pngPhillips' time was nearly 5 minutes faster than the Senior Clubman's Norton Inter of PH Carter, and over 5 minutes faster than the second placed 1000cc competitor J Alexander.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/3-screen-shot-2014-02-27-at-6-29-05-pm-png.jpg3 Screen Shot 2014-02-27 at 6.29.05 PM.pngAs many Gentlemen Racers, Phillip rode his bike from home all way long to the TT, raced it and whent back home in the same way, but this was with his wife on the pillion!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/2-screen-shot-2014-02-27-at-6-28-56-pm-png.jpg2 Screen Shot 2014-02-27 at 6.28.56 PM.pngAlex Phillip hitting the finish line as the winner at an average speed of 78.58mph with his stock 1947 Rapide for this second edition of the Clubman TT. | Picture courtesy of Mortons Archiveshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/1-1947vincentmortons_archive1.jpg1 1947VincentMortons_Archive1A newspaper commented, "The sight of Alex Phillip airborne at 130mph going past the Highlander pub was enough to put patrons off strong drink forever."Phillip really 'down to it. Creg-na-Baa at top speed | Picture courtesy of Mortons Archives2014-06-29T22:42:05+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/10/jack-ehrets-lightning/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/double4.jpgdouble#4Rocker lids Pictures © Denis Boussard | www.db-ontheroad.blogspot.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/double3.jpgdouble#3A very desirable part, the Lucas Racing Magneto. Pictures © Denis Boussard | www.db-ontheroad.blogspot.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/double3-copy.jpgdouble#3 copyThe crankcase, a piece of history. Pictures © Denis Boussard | www.db-ontheroad.blogspot.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/double1-copy.jpgdouble#1 copyThe restarting is currently progressing well at Godet's workshop Pictures © Denis Boussard | www.db-ontheroad.blogspot.comhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1236192_10152146170657419_1344644818_n.jpg1236192_10152146170657419_1344644818_nJack Ehret's bike with Marty Dickerson (right)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/8.jpg8The bike bears the scars and patina of 60 years of racing and legend. At that point it must be a very hard decision for the owner: clean and repair or restore it in concours condition like ex-Rollie Free? What would you do?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/71.jpg7From Left to Right – Noel Bailey, Gunnedah Police Sergeant, Audrey and Jack Ehret and Lightning 1C/7305 © Franc Trentohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/6.jpg6A New Australasian Motorcycle Record of 141.5 MPH for a two way flying start over ¼ mile, for Class E Solo Motorcycles up to 1000cc. © Franc Trentohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5.jpg5The best run at 149.6 mph was not certified. Then the selector broke and was repaired using an extension ¾” tube spanner. © Franc Trentohttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/4.jpg4Jack Ehret at Castlereagh Air Strip Speed Trials 1952 © Franc Trento2024-11-01T14:29:28+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/28/welcome-to-the-egli-vincent-blog/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/spring-comes-tody.jpgSpring comes todyAn Egli-Vincent Cafe Racer made by Godet, the most authentic way to get closer to the myth as the few original are as difficult to find than a 1937 Rapide Series A, and thus rather unaffordable.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1.jpg1Fritz Egli (feft) and Patrick Godet (right) discussing at the Vincent-HRD Owners Club Rally in 2008. © David Lancasterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/screen-shot-2013-11-12-at-8-28-53-am-png.jpgScreen Shot 2013-11-12 at 8.28.53 AM.pngAlain Grare and his gorgeous Egli-Vincent Black Shadow. This bike has a full history and is with no doubt an original Egli. Experts will notice the original shape of the "banana" tank and the solo seat, the Campagnolo mechanical brakes and a few details like the see-through oil line behind the steering column that we will talk about later. © Paul Coene2014-09-04T11:30:55+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/tell-us-what-you-think/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1-6e969f55729896ea62fc6d6adcbf86cd.jpg1 ! 6e969f55729896ea62fc6d6adcbf86cdhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/vincent-motorcycle-1.jpgvincent-motorcycle-1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/99-i-know-that-philip-vincent-would-not-have-agred-with-me-but-this-is-on-my-opinion-what-would-have-been-the-series-e.jpg99 I know that Philip Vincent would not have agred with me, but this is on my opinion what would have been the Series EThehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/veller12.jpgveller12https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/presentation2.jpgPresentation2Bare Metal or Black Shadow? Right picture © Jose Gallinahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/d5574df1ae8ad6e5f0d3ac10b8b12f2c.jpgd5574df1ae8ad6e5f0d3ac10b8b12f2cThe Egli-Vincent -n White Shadow finishinghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/ibzijwuxzqjk69.jpgibzijWUXZQJK69The Egli-Vincent in Black Shadow finishing © Picture Jose Gallina2020-06-29T12:59:30+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/useful-links/2014-06-23T00:48:50+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/the-technical-corner/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/272470_2304645458312_2809465_o.jpg272470_2304645458312_2809465_o2014-06-23T00:43:57+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/vdma-france-paul-ricard-april-6th-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9602.jpgDSC_9602https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9597.jpgDSC_9597https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9595.jpgDSC_9595https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9593v.jpgDSC_9593vhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9593.jpgDSC_9593https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9591.jpgDSC_9591https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9580.jpgDSC_9580https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9577.jpgDSC_9577https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9573.jpgDSC_9573https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/dsc_9571.jpgDSC_95712014-06-23T00:25:02+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/vdma-france-croix-en-ternois-may-4-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-181.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 18https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-171.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 17https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-161.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 16https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-151.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 15https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-141.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 14https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-121.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 12https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-91.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 9https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-81.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 8https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-71.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 7https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/vma-2014-croix-61.jpgVMA 2014 Croix 62014-06-23T00:24:05+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/02-the-french-connection/pgc-team-results-2014/crmc-uk-lydden-hill-may-18-2014/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/pgweb_4clu5083.jpgPGweb_4CLu5083Alex won the 3rd race in both categories 500cc and 750cc Pictures © Russell Lee (1)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/pgweb_4cla2494.jpgPGweb_4CLa2494The Egli-Vincent 500 Racer made significant progresses in 4 rounds of racing this season. Pictures © Russell Lee (1) https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/pgweb_4cla0716.jpgPGweb_4CLa0716Steve Linsdell's very fast Royal Enfield 750 piloted by his son Olie Pictures © Russell Lee (1)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/pgweb_4cla0654.jpgPGweb_4CLa0654Alex and Olie, nip and tuck in the 3rd race. Pictures © Russell Lee (1)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2-of7c5536.jpg2 OF7C5536Alex leading the way...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1-of7c5415.jpg1 OF7C5415Alex did manage very well his races, four 1st places and one first place in the 750cc class.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5-2014_lydden_2.jpg5 2014_Lydden_2Like in the good old time, a camping trailer and a van.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-r_h__d_r_5.jpg4 R_H_&_D_R_5The performance of the Egli-Vincent 500 Racer has improved since the beginning of the season in a few hour of racing, proof that the design foundations are great.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/3-of7c5524.jpeg3 OF7C5524Alex in the paddock, ready to take the track.2014-06-23T00:23:11+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/1-the-vincent-abcd-book/art-about-the-vincent-scrapbook/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vinnatcheztraceprint.jpgVinNatchezTracePrinthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincents-wo.jpgVincents-WOhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincentcolourwebimage.jpgvincentcolourwebimagehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent.jpgvincenthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent-egli.jpgvincent-eglihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent_black_shadow.jpgVincent_Black_Shadowhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent_black_shadow_norvin.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent_black_shadow_gaston_vanzet_classic_motorcycle_art_prints.jpgVincent_Black_Shadow_gaston_vanzet_classic_motorcycle_art_printshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/vincent_black_shadow_egli_by_chadnz-d664to1.jpgvincent_black_shadow_egli_by_chadnz-d664to1https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/unitedstate2.jpgunitedstate22014-06-22T23:36:05+00:00weekly0.6https://egli-vincent.net/2014/06/28/the-hero-bike-and-the-backstage-of-ysls-commercial/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/ysl147.jpgYSL147https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl0702.jpgYSL070Mars Webster and his Egli built by Patrick Godet. I would like to thank Mars for his availability to answer my questions and for supplying the pictures, which are included on this page. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl326a2.jpgYSL326aOlivier Martinez on the Egli for a few pictures before the trolley-car goes on the runway for the close up shooting.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl308a1.jpgYSL308aThe trolley-car welcomes on board a fairly large amount of equipment and technicians.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl0611.jpgYSL061Here we go, the runway has been sealed with polypropylene blanket and 4 to 6 inches of water. You can easily imagine that in such conditions, accelerating, steering and braking is, let’s say, “somewhat delicate!”https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl0581.jpgYSL058Day 2: it was freaking cold and the production had to wait the temperature reached 27⁰F (-3⁰c) to run the show. Vladimir, the stunt rider is now ready for the first ride. You can see in the “making of the video” how close they can be during the shooting (2)(3). https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/1901510_10202655390257912_656245118_n-copy.jpg1901510_10202655390257912_656245118_n copyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl197a.jpgYSL197aIt is not “Mission:Impossible”, although it could be; the chopper chases the Egli at good speed, capturing the essence of the commercial message “Freshness, Elegance, Shiver”. After the postproduction, the effect is striking (2)(3).https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl033.jpgYSL033After the misadventures of the first day, the Egli is ready to face the challenge and fly on the water. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/ysl027.jpgYSL027Mars Webster bought his Egli-Vincent in 2001 and it was delivered from France to California in 2002. As I inquired “why is it still registered in France?”. Mars answered “the French plate is part of my bike, when I ride it, I snap my Californian plate on my jacket; so far the Police has been rather lenient with me for this whimsy ☺”2022-06-11T22:33:50+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/05/31/capon-vincent-back-to-the-track/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/21833_105414796144616_3956233_n.jpg21833_105414796144616_3956233_nBarry Gooding has raced the Capon-Vincent Mark VII between 1991 and 2007https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/clive-spencer-840cc-miles-bsa-barry-gooding-1000cc-capon-vincent.jpgCLIVE SPENCER 840cc MILES BSA & BARRY GOODING 1000cc CAPON VINCENTClive Spencer (840cc Miles BSA) & Barry Gooding (1000cc Capon-Vincent | Mark VII)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/406295_10200599436499308_1239246985_n.jpg406295_10200599436499308_1239246985_nBarry Gooding on Mark VII Picture courtesy of Barry Goodinghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/29-anne-at-goodwood-1996-png1.jpg29 Anne at Goodwood - 1996.pngMany thanks to Anne Callagher who was an incredible resource for me to understand the story of these 8 Capon-Vincent. I was also impressed by her knowledge about racing motorcycles and Classic Motorcycles in general. She rides her own bikes since age 21 and regularly rode Lance’s Vincent at demonstration meeting. Picture © Anne Callagherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/28-brands-hatch-2008-png-copy1.jpg28 Brands Hatch - 2008.png copyBarry Gooding on the Blue Capon at Brands Hatch in 2008 Picture © Anne Callagherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/27-the-damaged-crankcases-which-were-repaired-and-used-for-the-blue-1272cc-vin-png1.jpg27 The damaged crankcases which were repaired and used for the blue 1272cc Vin.pngA picture that we would not like to see, but it happens in racing. “The damaged crankcases, which were repaired and used for the blue 1272cc” Picture © Anne Callagherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/26-anne-e28093-lydden-1999-png1.jpg26 Anne – Lydden 1999.pngAnne Callagher at Lydden Hill in 1999 Picture © Anne Callagherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/25-p50905561.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMike Norris on Mark VII Picture © Classic Racer Winter 1990https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/24-pembrey-1998-bottom-png1.jpg24 Pembrey 1998 (bottom).pngBarry Gooding at Pembrey 1998 Picture © Anne Callagherhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/23-lydden-circuit-e28093-about-1997-png1.jpg23 Lydden Circuit – about 1997.pngBarry Gooding at Lydden Hill Circuit – about 1997 Picture © Anne Callagher2017-01-08T16:28:08+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/29/the-ace-cafe-celebrates-its-75th-anniversary/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ace-cafe-1.jpgACE CAFE 1The original Ace Cafe in 1938 before and after the air raid.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ace-cafe-2.jpgace-cafe-2The orighttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ace-archive-x-4-small.jpgAce-Archive-x-4-SmallRebuilt in 1949, the Ace Cafe will become quickly the render-vous of the all London Ton-up boys.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/3177990700_28656e0511_o.jpg3177990700_28656e0511_oThe Brit V's Day which stands for Vincent & Velocette. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/531283_416797978358172_970621288_n.jpg531283_416797978358172_970621288_nLike many places, the Saturday night is the best time to meet other classic motorcycle enthusiasts.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/3-ace-cafe.jpg! 3 Ace CafeBritish Bikes Dayhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/2-ace-cafe.jpg! 2 Ace CafeToday the Ace Cafe has a very full calendar. If you are interested somewhat in motorcycles or cars, you will find an event for you.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/1-ace-cafe.jpgAce CafeThe Ace Cafe celebrates its 75th Anniversary. Although it was not open continuously for 75 years, it is with no doubt part of the Ton-Up culture. 2014-06-08T14:52:59+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/31/my-continental-circus/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/28-mallory-park-post-tt-1968-mike-hailwood-honda-phil-read-yamaha-rod-gould-norton-giacomo-agostini-mv-john-cooper-seeley-19-pat-mahoney-7-percy-tait-50-percy-may-30-b.jpg28 Mallory Park Post TT 1968 - Mike Hailwood (Honda), Phil Read (Yamaha), Rod Gould (Norton), Giacomo Agostini (MV) John Cooper (Seeley). 19 Pat Mahoney, 7 Percy Tait, 50 Percy May, 30 Barry Sheene25. Last one, in Technicolor: Mallory Park Post TT 1968 | Mike Hailwood (Honda #1), Phil Read (Yamaha #2), Rod Gould (Norton #8), Giacomo Agostini (MV Agusta #12), John Cooper (Seeley #4), Pat Mahoney (#19), Percy Tait (#7), Percy May (#50) and the “kid” Barry Sheene (#30). Copyrights Mortons Archives Download your free desktop picture at http://www.classicbikersclub.com/files/customcontent/wallpaper/cbc001-1920x1200.jpghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/26-dane-rowe.jpg26 Dane Rowe26. This "Continental Circus" album would not be complete without adding Dane Rowe, the most famous of the 3 women which ever competed in Grand Prix. Dane was "monkey" in the Sidecar world championship in the late 1960s and 1970s. It adds a bit of diversity in this exclusively male Hall of Fame!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/24a-angel-nieto-on-the-derbi-125-en-1970.jpg24A Angel Nieto on the Derbi 125 en 197024A. Angel Nieto on his Derbi 125 cc in 1970 Active racing: 1964 - 1986 Teams: Derbi, Morbidelli, Kreidler, Bultaco, Minarelli, Garelli Won 10 Championships 50 cc | 1969-1970-1972-1975-1977 125 cc | 1971-1972-1979-1981-1984https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/24-jan-de-vries.jpg24 Jan de Vries24. Jan de Vries on his Kreidler 50 cc Active racing: 1968 - 1973 Teams: Kreidler, MZ Won 2 Championships 50 cc | 1971-1973https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/23-taveri-picture-outlines-honda-teamorders-redman-stayed-behind-taveri-who-wanted-to-defend-his-1962-125cc-title.jpg23 Taveri, picture outlines Honda teamorders Redman stayed behind Taveri who wanted to defend his 1962 125cc title23. This picture outlines Honda team orders to Redman to stay behind Taveri who wanted to defend his 1962 125cc title. Jim Redman active racing: 1959 - 1966 Teams: Honda Won 6 Championship 250cc | 1962, 1963 350cc | 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965 Lugi Taveri active racing: 1954–1966 Team: Honda Won 3 Championships 125cc | 1962, 1964, 1966https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/22-saarinen-jarnovanveenvo6.jpg22 Saarinen jarnovanveenvo622. For Jarno Saarinen, I had to select a picture with his wife, which was supporting him in every race. There is a famous shot where Soeli is simply dressed with a bikini holding high the stopwatch board in the pit lane. I leave you make some research on Google Active racing: 1970 - 1973 Team: Yamaha Won 1 Championship 250cc | 1972https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/21-pasolini-renzo.jpg21 Pasolini Renzo21. Renzo Pasolini on his Benellihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/20-pasolini-77.jpg20 Pasolini 7720. Renzo Pasolini has adopted John Cooper's moon eyes basin look (Silver for Pasolini and Red for Cooper) Active racing: 1964 - 1973 Teams: Aermacchi and Benellihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/19-paddy-pilote-sud-africain-cavalier-c3a9tait-le-corsaire-le-plus-de-succc3a8s-en-1965-se-classant-3eme-dans-en-500cc-derric3a8re-le-presque-imbattible-capables-et-puissant-mv-motos-travau.jpg19 Paddy pilote sud-africain cavalier était le corsaire le plus de succès en 1965, se classant 3eme dans en 500cc derrière le presque imbattible - capables et puissant MV motos travaux monté par Hailwood et Agostini19. The South-African Paddy Driver finished third in 1965 behind the MV Agusta works of Mike Hailwood and Giacomo Agostini.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/18-john-cooper.jpg18 John Cooper18. John Cooper (42) preceding Bill Ivy (19) and Paddy Driver (53) Active racing 1964 - 19722022-05-03T08:48:31+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/31/call-it-dustbin-my-pick-is-dreamliner/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/15-impossible-dream-03-if-this-o.jpg15 impossible-dream-03 If this oLast one, if at that point you still don’t like it…. I lost my case ☹ if you like it, please (y)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/14-sprintbeemer-luckycat-8-com-on-you-really-dont-like-it-built-by-lucky-cat-garage.jpg14 sprintbeemer-luckycat-8 Com on you really don't like it built by Lucky Cat GarageToday only Drag race allows integral fairing. The bike looks pretty cool and the fairing think is a big part of it!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/13-screen-shot-2013-09-16-at-5-05-56-am-png.jpg13 Screen Shot 2013-09-16 at 5.05.56 AM.pngUnknown owner, which is definitely proud of his Triumph T100, and he can behttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/12-ok-might-be-fun-but-it-kills-all-the-magie-of-it.jpg12 OK, might be fun but it kills all the magie of itOK, this paint scheme might be fun but I think it also kills its charm. See attached link to Goffy’s BSA A10 http://www.norbsa02.freeuk.com/goffya10.htmhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11-acecafe065wz4.jpg11 acecafe065wz4The Dustbin allows you to work on your own original paint scheme like on this BSA Road Rocket. Next to her, a BSA 500 Gold Star DBD34https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10-p8090096.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAI think this Black Prince looks great and would even have benefit to leave the factory with this fairing?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/09-rally-vincent-quimper-1983.jpg09 Rally Vincent Quimper 1983This picture was taken at the VOC Rally in 1983 at Quimper (France). Document Dominique Le Brishttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-dustbin-png.jpg08 Dustbin.pngSame comment about this BMW R75/5 https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-7495115984_ca795cce5b_o.jpg07 7495115984_ca795cce5b_oTwo Triumph Bonneville, not from the same year but I think this picture make the point that it transforms an “ordinary” Classic in something very … fascinating, doesn’t it?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-atlases-dustbin.jpg06 atlases-dustbinHere is a pair of Norton 750 Atlas, one stock and one with a Dustbin fairing. Picture taking in the 60s.2023-03-19T15:28:49+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/31/the-vincent-motors-co-was-it-the-missed-opportunity/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/12-black-eagle.jpg12 Black EagleThe last one, The Black Eagle. a modern cruiser which definitely suit the US biker taste, however the breakage with the brand DNA is maximum with this interpretation.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11-black-lightning-st.jpg11 Black Lightning STAll four bikes were put for auction by Bonhams at the Quail in 2010 and sold as a lot to Allen Smith for $105,000 including premium.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10-black-lightning-st.jpg10 Black Lightning STThe Black Lightning ST, a modern Black Prince?https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/09-black-lightning-s.jpg09 Black Lightning SThe Black Lighting S was supposed to be the sport model with Carbon treatment.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08-black-lightning-s.jpg08 Black Lightning SAll these bikes had the same architecture and common engine. Here is the Black Lightning Shttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/07-the-black-shadow.jpg07 The Black ShadowEquipment and accessories were selected from tiers one suppliers such inverted forks, Brembo forged calipers, forged billet tubeless wheels, carbon fiber bodywork and craftsmanship style work.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/06-the-black-shadow.jpg06 The Black ShadowLi therefore shifted his strategy and made an agreement with Honda to supply its RC51 engine, a fuel-injected liquid cooled V-Twin, DOHC and 4-Valve delivering 130 hp. So was born the "new" Black Shadow.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05-soon-modified.jpg05 Soon modifiedA few cosmetic modifications later but still the same bike. In fact it became clear that to meat emission standards along with modern riders expectations on a wide manufacturing scale, this base would require millions of Dollars of development and time that Bernard Li did not have.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04-the-very-first-prototype.jpg04 The very first prototypeThe first prototype was presented in 2001 and was using a 1200cc supplied by Terry Prince.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03-blackeagle4.jpg03 blackeagle4A brief summary of the Vincent history .... et voila!2014-06-08T14:40:59+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/tribute-to-the-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1400383_687977301246515_855561281_o.jpg1400383_687977301246515_855561281_oAnother one on the Virago base. The tank says "The Variant"https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/18-salt-lake-spitfire2-harley-davidson.jpg18 salt lake spitfire2 harley davidsonThe "Salt Lake Spitfire", based on the Harley Davidson 1200 Sporsterhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/16-classifiedsportsterclassifiedl.jpg16 ClassifiedsportsterclassifiedLIn the early 90s, a company called "Classified Motorcycle Co", marketed this kit to fit the 883 and 1200 Sporster from Harley Davidson including the Feridax seat.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13-imagesl.jpg13 imagesLI unfortunately did not find better picture, so I boost it. Sorry for the pixels; I think this bike is even more interesting as is is closer to the original. Look at the tank and Feridax seat.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12-billy-joel-rides-a-custom-yamaha-virago-photo-gallery_14.jpg12 billy-joel-rides-a-custom-yamaha-virago-photo-gallery_14More interesting is the Vinago, that Billy Joel ask Greg Hageman of Doc's Chops to built it specially for him. The work done is really high level in terms of finishing.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/9-yamaha-vincent-virago-1.jpg9 Yamaha vincent virago 1A first model based on the Yamaha Virago. The work on this bike is relatively basic.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/7-cimg1158.jpg7 CIMG1158The tank says Yamaha, I am not an expert of this brand, it must be a 500 to 650 cc.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5-4518316011_bf3ce47ca1_o.jpg???????????????????????????????????????????????????Egli-Yamaha 500: This is likely a Egli replica. Fritz did 30 units based on Yamaha and Honda 600 between 1982 and 1985 but at that time the "Banana" tank was already an old story in Egli's production.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5-1446-png.jpg5 1446.pngI am sure that, at a glance, you would have caught and mistaken this one for a Norvin? com'on!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1-mrv100-2-1d7d2bf.jpg1 mrv100-2-1d7d2bfThe MUGEN MRV1000 will remain a prototype. The project had been contracted by the son of Soichiro Honda. The engine is strongly inspired by the Vincent, at least from outside 51.2 cv à 5000rpm and 8.1 mkg à 3000 rpm2024-01-08T21:25:11+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/the-vincent-garage/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-touch-by-the-light-of-godet-7759561578_5f65292536_b.jpg99 Touch by the light of God(et) 7759561578_5f65292536_b... where this Egli is hit by the light of God(et) (;-)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14-the-temple.jpg14 The templeand finally the Temple...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13-the-attic.jpg13 the atticThe attichttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12-screen-shot-2013-11-24-at-5-33-54-pm-png.jpg12 Screen Shot 2013-11-24 at 5.33.54 PM.pngThe runway to get outhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-minnesota-10-inches-of-snow-back-in-the-basement-aroud-the-fireplace.jpg11 Minnesota, 10 inches of snow, back in the basement aroud the fireplaceThe basementhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10-there-are-also-quite-insolite-places-to-find-a-vincent.jpg10 There are also quite insolite places to find a VincentI forgot the foyer!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/09-dscn4458.jpg09 DSCN4458The 4 seasons porchhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/08-1053177_10200482355720386_738030263_o.jpg08 1053177_10200482355720386_738030263_oMoving to the dining roomhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/07-when-you-leave-in-new-yoerk-and-you-have-multiple-racers-what-do-you-do.jpg07 When you leave in New Yoerk and you have multiple Racers... what do you do?The living roomhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/06-1044670_298717336940443_748281475_n.jpg06 1044670_298717336940443_748281475_nThe hallway2014-06-08T14:35:24+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/the-black-rainbow/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/18-if-you-are-still-hesitatig-do-like-this-750-h2-ownerhalf-half-annd-you-get-2-very-differnet-kike-in-one.jpg18 if you are still hesitatig, do like this 750 H2 owner,half : Half annd you get 2 very differnet kike in one!If you are still hesitant about what color to choose for your Vincent, like some 750 H2 owners which cannot make their mind between the Gold and the Blue: just paint the tank Half/Half and you get the benefit to get 2 very different bikes in one! https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/17-presentation1.jpg17 Presentation1The EGLI have a few other popular color scheme: BRG, Yellow, Orange and Polished Aluminum, rarely seen on a stock Vincent (I accept pictures if you have some)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/16-flame-vincent-mr.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAYou also can try the hot rod style or any other personalized schemed, possibilities are endless. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/15-green-silver.jpg15 Green SilverAnother example of the same tip combined with the bicolor scheme. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14-rap-red-tank-1.jpg14 rap red tank 1Something that I believe the factory missed and could have been a great and easy solution to implement: a colored tank. Keep all the bike stock but paint the tank in a different color. Simple and I think it works very well. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13-blue-silver.jpg13 Blue SilverOr this Blue & Silver. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12-burgandy-black.jpg12 Burgandy BlackThe two tone was somewhat popular pre-WWII, Burgandy & Black. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-bernie-stovins-cometgreen-electric-kermit.jpg11 Bernie Stovin's CometGreen Electric KermitYou cannot miss Bernie Stovin's Comet with its flashy Electric Green. The bike is nicknamed Kermit!. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10-green-metallic.jpg10 Green MetallicThis Modified Series D was painted Metallic Green in the 70s, which suits her pretty well. The bike was since reconverted to standard spec. (Non-stock color)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/9-white-comet.jpg9 White cometA white Comet is not common either. BMW which in the 50s was also the "king of the black paint scheme" with the Series 2, proposed his R69/S in white but not Vincent. (Non-stock color)2014-06-08T14:32:57+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/the-vincent-oddities/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1910998_528374800609659_147881833_o.jpg1910998_528374800609659_147881833_oSome Vinnies had really a tough life...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1401553_10151986937703972_588645559_o.jpg1401553_10151986937703972_588645559_oVincent was driven by engineers, here is one of their brainstorming ideas to be incorporated in a bike: the Rotary Cross/Rotary Valve.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/325625_330209270350377_1283742236_o.jpg325625_330209270350377_1283742236_oBest shot I have seen of this MogVin with a series A. It was regularly raced in the early 70s.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/moto-vincent.jpgmoto-vincentLet's shift gear and come back on those Freaky Vincents... Imagine the good father which see this vision in his mirror.....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1097743_10151779757007419_1583634336_o.jpg1097743_10151779757007419_1583634336_oIf you are the kind of guy who is constantly worried to be out of gas, just ask Brian Hill, he got a solution for you!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/417895_10151634158282419_1081518187_n.jpg417895_10151634158282419_1081518187_nBeware where you seat down if you don't want to be sucked into the Supercharger....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1278599605_104056149_1-vendo-moto-antigua-hrd-vincent-sombra-negra-joseleonsuarez-1278599605.jpg1278599605_104056149_1-vendo-moto-antigua-hrd-vincent-sombra-negra-joseleonsuarez-1278599605Don't cry for me Argentina..... Argentina was one of the largest importer of Vincent as soon as 1946. Most of them have been exported starting from the 90s, but there are still a few around as this bike was for sale $30,000 earlier this year on OLX (local eBay | see link included). It is quite sad what happened to it, but the seller was intelligent enough to keep the batch of original parts. Sold with title. Anyway it would have been an excellent base to start an Egli project!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/892745_10151543295682419_415308300_o.jpg892745_10151543295682419_415308300_oA custom made snowmobile, can you believe it !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/556114_10150979610662419_440587926_n.jpg556114_10150979610662419_440587926_nA Trial bikehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/480892_426517394044615_1028253511_n.jpg480892_426517394044615_1028253511_nLikely a Honda Monkey or a knock-off from China2014-06-08T14:30:42+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/artwork-scrapbook-about-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/unitedstate2.jpgunitedstate2Rollie Free's bike on Salt Lakehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/norvin.jpgnorvinA beautiful watercolor for this Norvin. Love it!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/img00510.jpgimg00510Raspoutine and his Egli, as our audience is now international, many don't know him. He own a Godet since 2002 and clocks heavy mileage on her. I have added in the comment a picture of him so you can understand the character !https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/from-jean-marie-guivarch-vincent-comet.jpgFrom Jean-Marie Guiv'arch Vincent CometI really love this watercolor by Jean-Marie Guiv'arch representing a Vincent Grey Flash.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1013667_293554454123398_868038929_n.jpg1013667_293554454123398_868038929_nVincent 1000 Rapide Series A by unknown artisthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/946172_10201196876706890_904410524_n.jpg946172_10201196876706890_904410524_nGunga Din by unknown artisthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/22-litho-from-alan-puckett.jpg22 Litho from Alan PuckettAlan Puckett (c)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/21-phil-irving-painting.jpg21 Phil Irving PaintingPhil Irving painting with a Black Shadow.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/20.jpg20Jeff Decker's Vincent Black Lightninghttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-norvin.jpg11 NorvinA Beautiful Norvin Racer2014-06-08T14:28:33+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/jack-wilsons-vincent-racer/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-9-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-9 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racerBecause one say cats have 9 lives, just like this racer...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-8-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-8 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racerLook at this gorgeous carb and tank!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-7-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-7 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racerSo why “Felix”? (see the sticker on the steering damper) .... wait the last picture for the answer!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-6-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-6 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racerhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-5-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-5 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racerhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-4-racer-img_1051-jack-wilson-racer.jpg99-4 racer IMG_1051 Jack Wilson racer“With the open pipes the machine is over the top loud and you gotta love Texas” says Bev, “because as I rode around the block that first time, windows rattling at every house, a lady neighbor in her yard cheered as I went by” https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-3-racer-img_1050.jpg99-3 racer IMG_1050Today “Felix” growl again after hundreds of hours of care.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-2-jack-wilson.jpg99-2 Jack WilsonMany people don’t imagine what it takes to bring back to life an old soul….https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/99-1-racerscan-112570002.jpg99-1 RacerScan 112570002The Black Shadow transformed in a Salt Lake Racer. The delivery never took place and eventually Bob Welborn, became owner of this very fast Vincent.2014-06-08T14:25:58+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/new-egli-vincent-500-racer-by-godet/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/dyno-diagram-11_2013-png.jpgdyno diagram 11_2013.pngPatrick is glad to have exceeded the figures of his benchmarked Manx. But there is a lot to do to be able to get a podium says Patrick.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/4847025581_87e9970d87_o.jpg4847025581_87e9970d87_oBruno Leroy at Chimay Classic Grand Prix, he finished at a honorable 10th place for a first ride for the new bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/600.jpg600Fritz Egli was at Chimay to encourage Patrick and his Pilot Bruno Leroyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/031-b.jpg031 BThe 92 mm bore X 75.2mm stroke with Hollow valves and a modern oil pump.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/021b.jpg021BThe gearbox is a modern 6 Speed modern Albion.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/857143_551602038263313_165148209_o.jpg857143_551602038263313_165148209_oThe engine is now pulling 56.3 HP at 7,903 rpm at the crank, slightly above the Patrick's benchmark 500 Manx.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/010.jpg010The new Egli-Vincent 500 Comet in Patrick's workshop in France2014-06-08T14:22:24+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/05/the-comet-avengers/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/152.jpg15https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/041.jpg04https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/screen-shot-2014-01-18-at-7-51-48-pm-png.jpgScreen Shot 2014-01-18 at 7.51.48 PM.pngBig Sid’s 600cc single, Overtime Tina. Tina’s best outing came at Bonneville in 2011 where it turned a one way speed of 110.9 mph. Unfortunately team was not able to do a back up run due to ignition failure. Still, Tina set two records at Maxton NC, and one at Wilmington Ohio (ECTA records). Tina was run on the street for two years as well. It is a lot of fun to ride. Left to right: Logan Robinson, Big Sid Biberman, Aaron Franck and Matthew Biberman http://www.motorcyclistonline.com/features/122_1002_vincent_motorcycle_project_overtime_tina/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/954665_488783074545210_1959824734_n.jpg954665_488783074545210_1959824734_nIn Geoff Preece book "A Photography Miscellany" published by The HRD Vincent Owner's Club, you realize that in the mid sixties there were an awful lot of Vincent racing all across the place, but not that much by ladies. This awesome picture was taken at Church Lawford in 1965 and "Margret Reiser, straight ahead, gets away smoothly. Margret had ridden the Comet all the way from Switzerland".https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/vir_2011_37.jpgVIR_2011_37From left to right, Tom Kerr on a Comet B, David Dunfey on the Comet C and Alex McLane on the Stu Rogers Norton on the starting line at Virginia International Raceway.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/carleton_palmer_taladega.jpgCarleton_Palmer_TaladegaCarleton Palmer, who like David Dunfey raced a real Grey Flash and then a Comet. Carleton won three national championships with the Flash and two with the pre-war TT Replica that was originally owned by Eric Oliver. All five were with AHRMA.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/100_2161.jpg100_2161Marty Dickerson and Ken Genecco with the ex-Marty's Grey Flash.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/151.jpg15The heart of the Comet Racer: are you still seeing a half Vincent? © Gordon Calder https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14.jpg1458.1 HP, this is the proof that a Comet had a good DNA. This Vinton 500 own by Ian Boyed and raced by Tony Hynes was just 0.3s off the 500cc lap record at Phillip Island and was second in the 2008 Australian Historic Road Racing Championship, 500 Classic Class.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/131.jpg13A 500 Vincent racer with two Manx in the paddock. This is an image we would like to see more often.2015-04-24T10:46:05+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/06/07/super-freni-as-they-say-in-italy/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/99-joebar_eng-0011.jpg99 JoeBar_Eng-001Now you are prepared for high performance braking… © Joe Bar Teamhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/9-1924945_765831693457011_5225838702335028996_n1.jpg9 1924945_765831693457011_5225838702335028996_nDB Brake Although the concept of the hydraulic drum is not new, this product works differently and is quite innovative. The external diameter is 300 mm and inside there are 2 discs with a diameter of 250 mm and 6 hydraulic cylinders 32 mm. They are used both for street bikes and racing. The aluminum version weights 8.5 kg and the magnesium one 7 kg. The performances are said to be like those of a modern motorcycle; the two central disks completely eliminate unsprang weight due to the gyroscopic effect | 1,600 Euro for the basic model (many colors available) For more information see (3)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/8-ceriani1.jpg8 CerianiCeriani Exist in only 230 mm diameter, both front and back with two versions, one narrow and another wide. First one was suited to 250/350cc racing bikes such the Aermacchi Ala d'Oro while the wider one was fitted on Agostini’s MV three cylinders before being offered to the market. The Ceriani drum brakes were the finest ever produced; they were resistant of fading, highly efficient and free from problems of cracking of the cast iron inserts. The Hub cast in in aluminum, shoe plate in magnesium, for 36 spokes rims Front "Wide": 230 mm effective diameter | Euro 1,500 Rear: 230 mm effective diameter, 7 sprocket | Euro 1,200https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/7-fontana-large-11.jpg7 Fontana Large 1Daniele Fontana The reference. Fontana started to manufacture his brakes in 1964 and sell these to private pilots and works. Soon the range included three excellent front brakes entirely made of magnesium and equipped with four shoes. The "large" Fontana is used on the official Triumph and BSA three-cylinder of the 750 Formula. The "midsize" had an effective diameter of 210 mm. and was designed for racing and sport bikes with engine displacement of 250/350 cc. The "small" Fontana was used on the other hand for smaller racers such the Motobi 175 or Morbidelli 125. All are designed for 36 spokes rims. Front "Small": 3.3 kg and 170 mm effective diameter, 36 spokes | Euro 1,200 Front "Midsize": 6.2 kg and 210 mm effective diameter, 36 spokes | Euro 1,625 Front "Large": -.- kg and 250 mm effective diameter, 40 spokes | Euro 2,375 Rear "Midsize": 5.6 kg and 210 mm effective diameter, 40 spokes, 7 sprocket | Euro 1,315 For more information see (1) (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/6-grimeca-230-pair-6001.jpg6 Grimeca-230-pair-600Grimeca Front only, exist in 2 size: 180 and 230 mm The 180 mm is a double sided, two leading shoe, 2 cams while the 230mm is a genuine 4 cams. For 36 spokes rims. Available in Sand and Black color. Prices are much more affordable as being in aluminum casting | 420 and 590 Euros For more information see (1) (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5-oldani-2301.jpg5 Oldani 230Gaetano Oldani Three models exist: Front 200mm and 230mm and Rear 200mm. "For a short time many famous pilots like Hailwood or Hartle use it on their Norton Manx. The 200mm was adopted by Mondial and Moto Morini." The hub cast, brake shoes and shoe plates are in Magnesium, but these are not 4 cams but 2 cams. For 36 spokes rims only. Front 230 mm. (6.75 kg) | Euro 1.875,00 Front 200 mm. (4.9 kg) | Euro 1.625,00 Rear 200 mm. (5.425 kg), 7 sprocket | Euro 1.440,00 For more information see (1) (2)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5-mcgivers-bike-seen-on-classic-motorcycles1.jpg5 McGiver's bike seen on Classic Motorcycles… however, beware of the counterfeits!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-jordan501.jpg4 Jordan50The Campagnolo mechanical brakes are extremely rare to find on the market, but it is not impossible….https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/3-050840851_14893a5483_o1.jpg3 050840851_14893a5483_oThe original Egli-Vincent front brakes were supplied by Campagnolo; if anyone had the idea to make a replica, I think they would sale like hot cakes.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2-1013058_290944324384411_964935989_n1.jpg2 1013058_290944324384411_964935989_nIf the brakes of your Classic need some performance improvements, this is definitely not the solution!2017-01-16T16:06:11+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/31/racing-shadow/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/6-racing-shadow-022.jpg6 racing shadow-022Racing Shadow, a pretty and well made bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5-racing-shadow-017.jpg5 racing shadow-017The rear hub is a Manx type with aluminum rimshttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/4-racing-shadow-005.jpg4 racing shadow-005A piece of art, a Dresden 8 cams by CMA | Picture © Rocket Garagehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/3-racing-shadow-015.jpg3 racing shadow-015The Cylinder heads (front type) comes from a D and allows the 2 Amal concentric to be on the same side | Picture © Rocket Garagehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/2-img_6442.jpg2 IMG_6442Note the aluminum tank which contains gasoline on the front and oil on the back | Picture © Rocket Garagehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1-racing-shadow.jpg1 racing shadowA well executed Norvin project is incredibly compact and muscled like a Bull Dog | Picture © Rocket Garagehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1-racing-shadow-001.jpg1 racing shadow-001Short fenders and clip-on; this is my favorite | Picture © Rocket Garage2015-09-28T10:56:48+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/18/1969-bol-dor-at-montlhery/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/19c.jpg19cThe “Moto Revue Good Fairy”, Mamie Launay under the eye of Grandpa Launay (hat, right), presents the bouquet of victory to Urdich (left) and Rougerie (right)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/19b.png19bMichel Rougerie and Daniel Urdich celebrating their victory for this new Bol d’Or.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/19.jpg19Finally the checkered flag is falling at the 24th hour. After that, all will have a glass at the "Potinière", the restaurant of the racetrack which hosted the awards ceremony.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/181.jpg18The Metisse number 84 restart from the stand in the sun set. In the background, the Dresda number 51 of Mallet-Bourgeois is undergoing a major surgery.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/141.jpg14No need to say this is the winner….https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/161.jpg16The reunion of two great historical figures of the French motorcycle: Georges Monneret (right) and Jean-Pierre Beltoise, a Formula 1 pilot, which came back to feel the atmosphere of his debut on two wheels.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/132.jpg13Gaillard-Gaillard's R60/2 did not shoot for the performance despite the full fairing and the large front brake. It will finished in 21th position, before much faster machines. It looks looks like The Tortoise and the Hare story....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/122.jpg12Some have heavier sleep than others....https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/101.jpg10The Velocette in the chicane materialized by straw bales before the grandstand.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/111.jpg11The 250cc did not do figuration, and the Lacorre-Bétemps' Kawasaki finishes in 7th place and first in its class, just in front of Costeux-Martine's Aermacchi 350.2022-12-10T13:24:52+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/05/24/fritz-eglis-business-is-for-sale/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/08-fritz-egli-et-vincent.jpg08 Fritz Egli et VincentBack to the beginning when everything started, about 45 years later and an incredible professional life. You did earn the right to retire, Sir!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/07-2009-bonneville-7.jpg07 2009 Bonneville 7In 2009, Fritz and his team went to Salt Lake Salt Lake City for his ultimate race on a Suzuki Hayabusa that he prepared and delivering 400HP. He achieved 203mph (327kph) in the first run and 208.723mph (336kph) in the second, beating the previous record by more than 30mph.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/06-or-1961-egli-vincent-500-image-3.jpg06 OR 1961-egli-vincent-500-image-3In front of his shop at Betwill.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/05-or-th.jpg05 OR thFritz was an engineer and thus deeply involved in all the innovations that his team developed, from the rolling frames to the engine preparation.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/04-fritz-egli-and-honda.jpg04 Fritz Egli and HondaFour years later, the market had changed completely for him. The main hurdle to build the Egli-Vincent was to find Vincent donor bikes and Slater who was Egli licensee in the UK was much better positioned to develop the Egli-Vincent business considering the numbers of basket cases on the shelves in the UK at the beginning of the seventies. Fritz decided to shift focus and concentrate on the growing demand for the Honda CB750 Four.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/03-fritz-egli-presenting-the-new-egli-vincent-in-1967.jpg03 Fritz Egli presenting the new Egli Vincent in 1967One year later, at the end of 1968, Fritz was the Hill Climb Swiss Champion with his own bike, the Egli-Vincent; As he was starting his business, the legend was born.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/02-fritzegli1.jpg02 fritzegli1Fritz in the paddock in 1967; as you can see the Black Shadow is fairly stock but the front Girdraulic as already been swapt by a telescopic with a conical brake. The first Egli will be design and built during the next winter.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/01-fritz-egli.jpg01 FRITZ EGLIThe adventure has started in the 1967 Swiss hill climb championship. Fritz was then riding a slightly modified Black Shadow and was frustrated by his results. He already knew that if he wanted to win, he needed to build his own frame.2017-11-02T13:23:23+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/05/17/lance-capon-the-gentleman-of-the-track/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/8-keith-tyler-on-the-capon-vincent-brands-hatch-1976.jpg8 Keith Tyler on the Capon Vincent Brands Hatch 1976Mark VI with Keith Tyler on board. Keith rode it briefly in 1976 after Lance was killed; later that year the bike was retired again until 1989.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/7-lance.jpg7 LanceThe media were not covering racing in 1975 as widely as they are doing today, so I could not find any picture of Lance without his helmet. I asked Anne, his widow, and she gave me the only one she has, the day of their wedding.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/6-capon-vincent.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAMark VI, ready for the 1975 seasonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5-waiting-for-the-start-of-practice-snetterton-easter-monday-1975.jpg5 Waiting for the start of practice @ Snetterton Easter Monday 1975.Waiting for the start of practice at Snetterton on Easter Monday 1975. You can see Lance and his wife Anne on the front row (second bike from the left | same picture of the above with different angle) Picture © Graham Etheridgehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-lancecapon1975snett12013wm.jpg4 LANCECAPON1975SNETT12013wmLance and his wife Anne on the grid at Snetterton on Easter Monday 1975 Picture © Graham Etheridgehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/3-lancecapon1975bhadjusted2013wm.jpg3 LANCECAPON1975BHAdjusted2013wmOne of the last picture of Lance Capon at Brands Hatch, riding Mark VI in a BMCRC meeting on 14 June 1975. Lance finished 3rd that day. Picture © Graham Etheridgehttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2-lance-capon-in-1971.jpg2 Lance Capon in 1971Lance Capon on Mark III in 1971. Lance was still wearing his open face helmet. It was likely at the National meeting at Brands Hatch, probably end of May bank holiday weekend. Mark III had a twin front brake and a fairing. Information Anne Callagher.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1-1970.jpg1 1970Lance Capon on Mark I in an early outing in 1970 at Brands Hatch. Note that the bike has still its drum brake on the front and has no fairing. Picture © CRMC Magazine2023-11-06T21:57:22+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/05/10/barn-job-the-mutant-drag-bike/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/maxresdefault.jpgmaxresdefaultThe upper spine holds the nitro-methane while the vertical one in front of the engine holds the oil. The Nitro double the horse power than the engine is capable to deliver with regular fuel. The frame is all made of aluminum.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/barn-job-main.jpgBarn-Job-MainNote the belt driven fuel pump on the left of the primary transmission as well as the aviation flexs that feed injectors.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/in-1987-at-palmdale-california3-decades-of-evolution-yes-that_s-a-supercharger-hiding-under-the-drivers-seat-and-indeed.jpgIn 1987, at Palmdale, California3 decades of evolution. Yes, that’s a supercharger hiding under the drivers seat and indeedIn 1987, at Palmdale, California, Barn Job made it’s last pass. Here’s the bike in it’s final form after 3 decades of evolution. Note the supercharger under the drivers seat and no front brake. Photo courtesy of Jim Leineweber photo archive.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/img_6992.jpgIMG_6992Jim Leineweber a few years later. You can see the evolution of the bike between this picture and the previous one.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/capturclem-johnson-barn-job.jpgCapturclem johnson barn jobClem Johnson catapulting Barn Job.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/5-early-1970_s-clem-johnson-doing-the-burn-out-and-jim-leineweber-in-his-leathers-ready-to-drive-the-bike-and-make-the-pass.jpg5 early 1970’s Clem Johnson doing the burn out, and Jim Leineweber in his leathers ready to drive the bike and make the pass.This photo taken in the early 1970’s shows Clem Johnson doing the burn out, between Jim Leineweber (L) and Ralph Owen (R) This photo was once used on bubble-gum trading cards. Photo courtesy of Jim Leineweber photo archive.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/02-dragster-barn-job-0606_hrbp_32_zlions_racewaybarn_job.jpg02 Dragster Barn Job 0606_hrbp_32_z+lions_raceway+barn_jobClem Johnson (Black Leather) Photo Gary Richards Collectionhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/4-clem-johnson-driving-the-barn-job-off-the-line-at-long-beach-california-note-the-lack-of-gloves-on-his-hands-and-no-front-b.jpg4 Clem Johnson driving the Barn Job off the line at Long Beach California. Note the lack of gloves on his hands and no front bClem Johnson riding Barn Job off the line at Long Beach California. Note no front brake system on the bike. Photo courtesy of Jim Leineweber photo archive.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/2-clem-johnson-with-his-famous-barn-job-vincent-drag-bike-in-september-of-1961-getting-ready-to-make-a-pass-at-us-30-drag-st.jpg2 Clem Johnson with his famous Barn Job, Vincent drag bike in September of 1961, getting ready to make a pass at US 30 Drag StClem Johnson with his famous Barn Job, Vincent drag bike in September 1961, Hobart, Indiana. Photo courtesy of Jim Leineweber photo archive.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/1-dragster-bj-seen-at-born-free-5-silverado-ca.jpg1 Dragster BJ Seen at Born Free 5. Silverado, CA.Barn Job today as see at Born Free 5. Silverado, CA. The bike is now own by John Stein a Dragster enthusiast who also wrote a book on Dragsters (1) © Mighty Motors2020-07-04T21:33:06+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/04/26/the-devil-is-always-in-the-details/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/005-3c1a95a.jpg005-3c1a95aSwen (right) and the American Designer Roland Sands (left) who seems to tell “He is the guy!”https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/engine-test.jpgengine testThe Master, Fritz Egli operates himself the dyno in his workshop after having tuned the bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/10-191.jpg10 19The tank was built by one of Swen’s friend, Laurent Jeanmonot from Gost kustom upon pictures and drawing supplied by Fritz Egli.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/presentation4.jpgPresentation4The seat made of suede, note the stitched Swiss cross. On the right, the rear cowl and license bracket. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/presentation5.jpgPresentation5The rear fender bracket fixed between the battery tray and the fuse box.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/presentation2.jpgPresentation2The fuse box.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/presentation1.jpgPresentation1The rear sprocket, before and after machining.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/egli-v-final-019-3bcfa42.jpgegli-v-final-019-3bcfa42The brake pedal and just behind the side stand.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/support-compteur-001-3bd462d.jpgsupport-compteur-001-3bd462dThe Shadow clock bracket and on the right side where the rev-counter attachment holes.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/egli-vincent-001-3bcfa3e.jpgegli-vincent-001-3bcfa3eThe Headlamp brackets and the front brake equalizer (left | right)2014-05-01T14:02:41+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/a-basin-the-right-stuff/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10171039_619449568140511_6905267549335016895_n.jpg10171039_619449568140511_6905267549335016895_nJust fount Jack Findlay's basin.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/1239451_505446346212216_786898987_n.jpg1239451_505446346212216_786898987_nIf you want to wear a "legal" classic helmet, Bell is one of the most affordable brands available from $99 in numerous colors.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/5366_464299723660212_1531454846_n.jpg5366_464299723660212_1531454846_nSo Basin, Jet or flu face, make your choice. © Kevin Dean Photographyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/31a.jpg31aCromwell, Climax and white scarf, a touch of class.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/33-davida-supporting-the-lansdowne-classic-series-at-donington-park-9th-10th-11th-august-2013.jpg33 DAVIDA SUPPORTING THE LANSDOWNE CLASSIC SERIES AT DONINGTON PARK. 9th 10TH & 11TH August 2013.One notch above Bell, Davida proposes also a large choice of colors with a better finishing. Document Davidahttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/26.jpg26Daredevil inspiration, note this was a Vincent rider ! Lewis Leathers store - Londonhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/08-geoff-duke.jpg08 Geoff DukeGeoff Duke (Lancashire flag) Replica by Davida (document Davida)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/07-luigi-taveri.jpg07 Luigi TaveriLuigi Taveri (Swiss flag) Replica by Davida (document Davida)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/06-renzo-pasolini.jpg06 Renzo PasoliniRenzo Pasolini adoped the moon eye as well subsequentlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/05-john-cooper.jpg05 John CooperFamous John Cooper basin, the black and white pictures sometimes make us forgot that his helmet was bright red. Replica by Davida (document Davida)2022-11-10T11:06:21+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/02/22/could-this-vincent-1360-roadster-be-the-ultimate-modern-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/20-sc20130210-192829_zps4a8038bf.jpg20 SC20130210-192829_zps4a8038bfAnd ready to take the road. Glen found his bike to be almost effortless to ride fast. On twisty mountain roads, he much prefers it to his 05 Triumph Daytona 955.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/19-1390561_526212940802223_685060145_n.jpg19 1390561_526212940802223_685060145_nThe bike is now finished. Weight is 172 lbs rear 178lbs front, so 350 total, 40 pounds lighter than a GSXR 1000https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/18-003-12.jpgGE DIGITAL CAMERAThe wheels are now painted and the all frame is assembled. Final wheel color is black center with two red pinstripes and polished outsides, just like the original Vincenthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/17-glenli001.jpgGE DIGITAL CAMERAThe mock-up exercise is now finished, no more welding, the frame has thus been nickel plated and the final assembly can starthttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/16-002-17.jpgGE DIGITAL CAMERAThe seat cowl is finished, the electric loom is now prepared.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/15-001-7.jpgGE DIGITAL CAMERAFoot commands are also milled in solid aluminum.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/14-001-10.jpg14 001-10Same exercise for the tank and the seat.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/13-fender-3.jpg13 Fender 3It is unbelievable to see the final result.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/12-fender-2.jpg12 Fender 2Bench, hammer and a Chinese wheel (that Glen made himself) are necessary ingredients. The rest is time and dexterity. Glen explains that he had to do them as there are no such width for classic bike on the markethttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/11-fender-1.jpg11 Fender 1For the fenders, the technique is different; start from a aluminum sheet, cut it at the required dimension2016-10-15T01:02:29+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/04/05/the-world-fastest-velocette/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/7.jpg7The supercharged record breaker Velocette in late 2012. We can see the supercharger, its drive and enormous SU carb, as well as the monoshock rear suspension and massive front fork assembly. | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/8.jpg8Stuart said “The question now is just how fast can a Velo go?", well I guess we will soon attempt to address this question. | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/6.jpg6The Velo on the dyno. “A closer look reveals the efforts of Stuart Hooper to retain the 'Velocette' identity of the machine; from the front - standard wheel hubs, standard steel 3.5gal fuel tank, 'map of Africa' timing cover, standard gearbox, oil tank, arcuate-slot rear suspension adjustment, and standard rear wheel. The crankcases look original, but are highly modified for strength.” | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/5.jpg5183.374 mph, the Velocette name is confirmed to be the Worlds fastest British single surpassing the fantastic Vincent Might Mouse of Brian Chapman. | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/4.jpg4New world record with the addition of the supercharger at 171.600 mph during the 2013 Bonneville speed week. | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/3.jpg3On Salt Flat at Bonneville in 2011 | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/2.jpg2Record Holder 146.351 MPH at Bonneville in 2011 | Picture Stuart Hooperhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/1.jpg1DLRA Record Holder 139.001 MPH at Lake Gairdner in 2010, finally Beating Burt Munros Long Standing 1971 Record of 132.350 MPH.“The bike was blown of the track at around 140mph on two runs, one with the big tail and one with the small tail. Finally on the last day with the small tail and under geared we finally set a new record of 139.001mph, and became the world fastest Velocette”. | Picture Stuart Hooper2020-11-20T16:16:48+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/04/01/the-mythic-vincent-hrd-brand-and-royal-enfield-unified-under-the-same-banner/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/vincent-motorbike-and-royal-enfield-at-the-opposite-of-the-spectrum-of-the-british-motorcycles-utilitarian-v-grand-turism.jpgVincent-motorbike-and-Royal-Enfield, at the opposite of the spectrum of the British motorcycles. Utilitarian v Grand TurismTwo of the most emblematic British Motorcycles brand are now unified under the Eicher group banner.2015-02-17T10:37:40+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/fritz-egli-racing-beyond-the-vincent/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10-1010556_469582096465308_2055626029_n.jpg10 1010556_469582096465308_2055626029_nI found this paper in Classic Bikes from June 2000, as part of an article presenting a new bike from Cyril Malem: the Triumph Bonneville racer. It provides some key indications about the production from Fritz Egli: 200 Vincent twin and 50 Vincent single among 3,112 frames built at that date.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/09-2009-bonneville-3.jpg09 2009 Bonneville 3209.44 mph, you rock sir!https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/08-fritz-egli-et-vincent.jpg08 Fritz Egli et VincentI love this picture as it kicks nearly 50 years back before the story even started when Fritz was given a stock Vincent Black Shadow...https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/07-egli-ducati-ed900.jpg07 Egli Ducati ED900This is a Ducati 900 SS 10 units (round crankcases) between 73-74 30 units (square crankcases) between 89-90https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/06-egli-laverda-el-750-1.jpg06 Egli Laverda EL 750 1A genuinely beautiful Egli-Laverda 750 SF. This is one of the nicest design which came out of Egli's workshop, along with the Egli-Vincent of course 25 units between 70-74https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/05-egli-enfield-624.jpg05 Egli Enfield 624Look at this Egli-Enfield, while she looks so "cheap" in her stock outfit, isn't she pretty here? 624 cc by the way No production figures available (prototype?)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/04-egli-triumph-750-bonneville.jpg04 Egli Triumph 750 BonnevilleHere a rare Egli-Triumph 650 Bonneville 20 units 500cc and 20 units 650cc between 70-72https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/03-egli-kawa-750-h2.jpg03 Egli Kawa 750 H2A sweet Egli-Kawasaki 750 H2: you need to be at least 50 years old to understand 10 units between 72-75 (750H2) and 10 units between 69-74 (500H1)https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/02-egli-honda-eh-750.jpg02 Egli Honda EH 750In 45 years, 3,250 bikes were assembled by Fritz Egli. The Honda CB750F was the most popular built . A total of 700 will be manufactured between 70 and 84https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/01-fritz-egli-presenting-the-new-egli-vincent-in-1967.jpg01 Fritz Egli presenting the new Egli Vincent in 1967Fritz Presenting his first Egi-Vincent Black Shadow, 45 years ago. It was a racing bike so she did not even have a side stand.2014-03-23T20:00:53+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2013/12/29/steve-tonkin-classics/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/11.jpg11Recreation: Tonkin Tempest with a 500 or 600 cc DBD34GS engine in a Seeley Mk3 Replica rolling frame.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/10.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERAInspiration: an original BSA 500 Gold Star DBD34GShttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/08.jpg08Recreation: Tonkin Typhoon with 500 or 600 cc G50 engine in a Seeley Mk3 Replica rolling frame.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/05.jpg05Inspiration: an original Matchless Seeley G50 500cc at the Barber Museumhttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/04.jpg04The Manx engine has been modified to road spec, including a longer crankshaft to accommodate the charge alternator. The enclosed primary case is similar to the Commando but is specific to Tonkin road bikes.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/03.jpg03The Manx engine has been modified to road spec, including a decompressor. The Quaife 5 speed gearbox has a kick start. © Patrick Doukihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/02.jpg02Recreation: the Tonkin Tornado. Engine is the 500cc DOHC Molnar Manx (86 x 85.6 mm) delivering 50 HP at 7,000 rpm with an Amal 38 mm concentric © Patrick Doukihttps://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/01.jpg01Inspiration; an original Norton Manx 500 30M © Brendan Bogue https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/01-steve-tonkin-classics.jpg01 Steve Tonkin ClassicsSteve Tonkin on the first Tonkin Tornado. 2016-03-20T11:54:48+00:00monthlyhttps://egli-vincent.net/2014/01/01/the-american-corner/https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/7-pb240297.jpgOLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERASomebody helps, Star trek or Manga? I have no information concerning the origin of this bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/4-donnie-smith-s-bike2010-03-28_12.jpg4 Donnie Smith 's bike2010-03-28_12Close to a Stock Vincent this frame has been definitely stretched a few inches (gap between the Girdraulic and the engine), so was the fuel tank.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/112.jpg1As we have a good chunk of fans from Latin America, I provide the caption of this picture directly in Spanish: “Alberto “Chopper” Larroca, oriundo de Argentina, lleva construyendo choppers por todo el mundo desde los 17 años, BSA, Harley, HRD Vincent… son algunas de las bases que ha utilizado. Esta serie de fotos fue tomada por el “Chopper” durante la reunión que organiza la revista japonesa Vibes Magazine en Ishikawa. El “Chopper” participo en la edición del 2007 en calidad de invitado por la revista.”https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/15-100-p1001570-e1310896712394.jpg15 100 P1001570-e1310896712394"No", this is not a “China Red” Rapide Touring, but the unique original prototype of the Indian-Vincent rebuilt and own by Phil Pilgrim. Indeed, Phil Vincent negotiated the distributorship agreement with Indian in 1947 and the factory was supposed to deliver 50 Vindian and 20 Indian-Vincent per week, however the order never came. This model is based on the touring version with crash bar, touring handlebar, right hand rear brake, left shift gear, Indian head on the fender and specific tail lamp.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/14-vindian-frank-kletschkus.jpg14 vindian-frank-kletschkusIn the late 40s, Indian was struggling financially because of some severe errors of management. Having already started venture with Velocette and Royal Enfield, Indian management came with the idea to partner with Vincent and develop a more potent Chief capable to compete the new Harley Panhead. In 1948, Indian sent a rolling frame in England and Vincent installed a Rapide engine. Unfortunately Indian blew it and the project never went to production.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/13.jpg13At the intersection of several schools, I would vote rather for the first one because the essential attributes of a RAT are in it: 1. "I don't give a sh-- to the aesthetic of my bike" 2. "I prefer to spend more time on the road than in my garage". Anyway, this radical but reversible transformation triggers controversy but also respect for those who have a different opinion. This bike resides in Japan and is ridden daily by his owner John Krena.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/12.jpg12Another prostreet bike with stretched wheelbase. https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/11-falcon102.jpg11 falcon102In 2012, the designer and fabricator Ian Barry presented this Black Falcon at Monterrey. You can refer to Mitch Talcove’s comment below. Mitch had the opportunity to visit Ian’s workshop and provide a few interesting details about the design of the bike.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/10-hotch_2.jpg10 hotch_2Later in 2007, Matt Hotch also tried the Vincent theme with this prostreet which went to Bonneville where this picture was taken.https://egli-vincent.net/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/09-2000-vincent-redneck-5.jpgM060809 001Vince “Nobody” Doll from Redneck Engineering built this bike in 2000 for Mike Marquart. 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