1925 Brough Superior SS100 - Jay Leno's Garage

Sixty-nine of these top-of-the-line custom beauties were produced in 1925, when they were advertised as the "Rolls Royce of Motorcycles," and became the favorite ride of the legendary T.E. Lawrence.
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1925 Brough Superior SS100 - Jay Leno's Garage
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[@druidofthefang]

I feel like I write the same stuff on every video, but this is the best, most important, most entertaining motor show ever. Thank you Jay for everything you do, the worth of this can not be measured in money. You have given me something I will never forget, love for this kind of stuff.

[@riverwildcat1]

I love it, Jay! As a fan of T.E. Lawrence, it especially resonates. What an outstanding machine. The Brits had such a unique approach. The Brough reminds me so much of a 1938 Harley 45 I had as a kid - the lost-oil system, the smell, smoke, hand shifter, and weeping oil tank with Castrol in it. Great move to leave it as-is. Those were great days of simplicity and one-on-one understanding with the Pure Machine .

[@Gims110]

No kidding so far my favorite motorcycle of all time! I love the way that engine looks, exactly like an engine should look, like a MACHINE! This is an example of the three legged dog, blind in one eye that ends up at the perfect farm house. It gets loved and cared for by a deserving and perfect owner!

[@grahambaker9377]

Nicely put almost poetic, like it.

[@jezuzfreek777]

The last minute of the video says it all. Jay loves machinery. He respects craftsmanship. Class act.

[@rosschops9509]

...The point when an American makes you very, very proud to have bad teeth.x

[@ryoungatlmidotnet]

One of the best videos Jay has put up. He plays it relatively straight, and it's just him and the bike, which he clearly, deeply loves. He plays the fool a lot; in this video, he's not clowning, and it feels really, really right.

[@CarToneHK]

It's nice to see something this rare which Jay Leno owns. Really shows the diversity of his collection. And I love the horn, sounds so polite that it's meant to saying hi to your friends rather than "get out of my way" type

[@GunFunZS]

It says "get outa my way" to the horse carts. Keep in mind this was probably the noisiest thing for miles, with most of the other gas engines in tin lizzies at the time.

[@missionDan]

nope, in the uk, you would rarely use your horn, it is almost a crime to use a horn near horses even today

[@CarToneHK]

Mission Dan In the city I live in, I use it often as people don't look where they're going sadly...

[@thomascampr]

Mission Dan New York city is all about car horns. Its sickening there. Couldn't wait to leave.

[@johnasp96]

In the UK the law requires a vehicle to have "an audible warning of approach" - a noisy exhaust does not fulfil that requirement!

[@taofledermaus]

Pretty gutsy to take that on the LA streets. (no headlight/taillight!) I expected Ponch and Jon to roll up on him! Awesome video!

[@ivanolsen8596]

Seeing the long shadows I would say these are early morning runs, before the traffic is too horrendous. As to no lights Jay must make generous contributions to the Policemans Ball, Jest kidding, I doubt Jay would do anything illegal. Great vid, and a bike to be envious of.

[@richardstoffel6585]

It falls under the same category when driving an old car, you don’t need to wear a seat belt because it was manufactured pre-law for it. ;)

[@kevinsargeant9171]

If the bottom links of the Castle front forks are original the replacement with phosphor bronze will save a catastrophic fatigue fracture !!!

[@nimbly1693]

It's Jeff! From Taofledermaus!

[@garylowe8601]

close on half a million dollars worth of bike. good man for riding it. Most live in heated garages and don't see the light of day.

[@grahambaker9377]

@lahokc59 You tried mate never mind I got it.

[@CycleCruza]

Original superbike! Awesome find Jay! Nice illegal street ride. lol Cool to see Jay motovlogging.

[@0991ekul]

Jay would make the ultimate motovlogger!

[@thomasche]

Nice to see you here Cruza!

[@linglingjr]

This is the coolest bike I've ever seen. It looks awesome by anyone's standards, you can see the push rods and rocker arms going up and down, and someone a long time ago wrote "whip it like a mule" in the gas tank. How bad ass is that?

[@Kevin-mx1vi]

UK viewer and old biker here. Feels amazing to see a Brough Superior being ridden on public roads and used for what it was intended, *NOT* hidden away like some religious object, too sacred to be seen by anyone but the most righteous.

[@90blacknight]

Indian Larry used to say that he always loved seeing the "gizmos, clockwork, mechanics" of a motorcycle in full view, and he hated when builders would attempt to hide everything. This motorcycle is a prime example of his philosophy and mine. Beautiful moving work of art.

[@evoermine]

Nice touch to see the last British road tax disc is still on it. Lovely patina on that bike.

[@backyardsounds]

5:04 - Jay says, in regards to the mirrors, "I like to stay alive, it seems to help." that gave me a good chuckle. I love ya' Jay! Love your videos! I've learned so much!

[@InternetDude]

I'm always impressed with your videos. You are so knowledgeable and appreciative of what the vehicles meant back in the day. You are doing an awesome job, I wish you could put out one video per day!

[@moparedtn]

Gotta love a fellow who's north of 60 in age, yet still not only owns such machines but dares to actually ride them in southern CA traffic - risking life and limb to do so in many cases. Jay's not only wealthy in material things but in also in passion for his machines as well. You can see it in his eyes and in the way he talks about them.

[@BigBadLoneWolf]

a friend of mine owns the very first MKI brough superior. he retired it from the roads when it hit 100 this year. it has never been restored, never let him down. he told me when i asked him about the rumour , and he confirmed it, that jay turned up on his doorstep trying to buy the bike , and he refused. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKSUhoKwnN6rqbc

[@Fezzler61]

Awesome. Where else could I have gotten such a thorough, interesting and passionate presentation of this great bike.

[@Gambo916]

What a fantastic machine! Thanks for showing us Jay!!

[@goodluckwithallthat]

So cool. Thanks, Jay and crew

[@judas2610]

Thanks Jay! That video just made me smile from start to finish! Just found your channel and I've subscribed. Loads to look at! Fantastic!

[@geedubb2005]

I always look forward to watching the videos when they come out. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@tubeengineer]

Love love LOVE this video. Jay's enthusiasm is infectious!

[@scotth4760]

Love to see the diversity of what Jay collects a true inspiration. Hope you continue to share online. Love it

[@robinlogan8099]

What an amazing piece of engineering. Jay, I have enjoyed all your episodes this year & look forward to the 2015 season. Please keep these great examples of motoring excellence coming. A Canadian fan.

[@CrossWindsPat]

EPIC!!! Another great video Jay! Keep em coming!

[@grantrichards4950]

13:20 "What a treasure." Said with much love. Jay, I too am glad you left it alone and shared your passion with us. Thanks!

[@mustie1]

that bike sounds great,, makes you feel like a kid ,,

[@sourav6438]

I am your long term subscriber❤️👍

[@stevejohnson1231]

Best video yet, and I enjoy them all. This brought back so many memories looking at the details on this bike such as JAP speedway engines and Sturmey Archer 3 speed bicycle gears.

[@cashenjoe1]

Absolutely beautiful Jay! Thank you for sharing your bikes and their history with us. I have 2 Indians, a 2014 Vintage and a 2020 100th Anniversary Scout. I love them like they are my children. Thanks again and please don't ever stop posting new videos!

[@jfparent695]

Great 2014 "finale". Awesome to see those rare vintage bikes. Thanks very much!

[@bareknuckles2u]

I love Jay's passion for, and appreciation of these machines!

[@WilHenDavis]

Thanks for sharing this! I was born in the UK (1950) and I fondly remember my old Dad (born in 1922) telling me me when I was a kid, about the Brough Superior, his favourite motor-bike when he was young! His Dad's brother (my Great Uncle Harold) had an Ariel Square Four with a side-car, and I remember riding in that when I was about 5 or 6. Thanks again!

[@sabate01]

Thanks Jay. I check out your site every morning. This one is one of your best. El 'Awrence was one of my heroes, so this video struck many chords. See you in Columbus, OH in 2015!

[@oldiron1223]

TO COOL!!!! Great to see that bike where it belongs, on the road and not polished to within an inch of it's life on a pedestal in a cold museum. Thanks Jay!

[@rustyfordsutube]

As always...I'm in awe of Jay's toys, and totally respect the way he takes his stuff out and drives it.

[@striderarj8256]

Thank you for another bit of motor history. Love your shows.

[@groovyhippie1165]

I really enjoyed this video, thanks Jay!!

[@IchibanMoto]

awesome final episode for this year Jay ! looking forward to a bad ass 2015 !

[@xrmarty2005]

thank you Jay! I really enjoy this video.

[@Sleepy.Time.]

thank you Jay for sharing your wonderful collection with us

[@spankbank912]

5:24 lol Jay said "rice bike" lol had me on the floor cool bike, glad he left the tank how it is.

[@spankbank912]

wahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@Norfolk4Life5]

I didn't even catch that the first time, nice catch. A little slip of the tongue from Jay lol.

[@spankbank912]

Thanks. I couldn't stop laughing when I heard him say it lol

[@irritablearchitect]

Thanks Jay and Crew!

[@nicetna2010]

The exposed push rods and rocker arms are mesmerizing to watch. Beautiful motorcycle with the sweeping exhaust and lowered stance and the spoked wheels really complete the look. Thank you Jay for another awesome video! All of your videos are great but this one was exceptional imo.

[@CommodoreFan64]

Awesome video, always love looking at a piece of history.

[@Track848]

"Whip it like a mule," Jay -- what a nice find inside the fuel tank... excellent video!

[@bobgrove2026]

Great piece. The pure romance of being able to ride a historic bike has to be great. I am glade I could share the experience.

[@warrencole4082]

Maybe one of your best shows yet. For many, the visceral experience of riding a motorcycle, or driving an automobile is so much more important than speed or mechanical competence. This Brough obviously has this visceral experience in Spades.This show depicted this, along with the other special aspects of these motorcycles, and how a person might come to adore machines like this. A total loss oiling system could have been a significant advantage in the dusty driving conditions T. E. Lawrence was in. Great show, thanks for taking me along on one of these bikes. Keep up the good work, you had the best Mille MIglia show by far. PLEASE do another.

[@PaulKasner]

Fabulous! Thanks for sharing it with us, Jay, who may never ever see one in the flesh, so to speak, and certainly have zero hope of riding one.

[@packrat61]

One thing I will say about you Jay is that not only do you have a fantastic collection of bikes and cars but you use them you ride your bikes you have a passion for them and as one collector and rider to another I salute you sir ....to often people collect vehicles and let them collect dust .....bikes are made to be ridden to enjoy keep doing it me friend I enjoy all the videos you do well done sir ....well done 👍

[@lukepeterschmidt6373]

Another great example of owning awesome and sharing it. Seeing that thing on the road is something special as most of us only ever see them in auction catalogs we drool over. There is a great car museum out by Philly that takes 2 or 3 of their rare cars out a month and drives them in the parking lot for everyone to watch/hear/enjoy which I find very much in keeping with the Jay Leno's Garage spirit.

[@simonanthony5550]

Finally more motorcycle video's, great video and a beautiful bike!!

[@jasaelliott]

Beautiful bike Jay really enjoyed the history lesson..... Favorite KZbin Chanel

[@vonryansexpress]

Superior video ! . . Thanks for sharing your beautiful old warrior with us ... a joy to see . .

[@68jacen]

Wow, thanks for sharing. The bike, the history and allowing us to hear the engine of this bike and of Lawrence.

[@dannytoeh]

Great video, thanks Jay!

[@JasonWaterfalls13]

What an amazing machine, thanks for sharing it with us!!

[@johnt6347]

Absolutely love the Brough Superior! I can tell Jay loves this motorcycle,he was really gettin' it on that thing!

[@WarFivevyone]

Another masterpiece Jay hearing your Knowledge when riding man was amazing!

[@sanpedropro]

Thank you Jay, my face hurts from the enormous smile I had through the entire video. The ZEN of Brough.

[@dreadwing01]

I love your collection jay, I wish I could take a tour and see all the gems of history that you have. Keep up the great work.

[@BrinToo]

Awesome bike and video, only seen a few of these wonderful bikes, they are to be cherished, driven and never restored. Wipe down with an oily rag once a month! Thanks Jay!

[@jnng7463]

WoW, just a beautiful piece of machinery and great video; This one has to be top 10 video for me.

[@patrickchubey3127]

KZbin gave me 12 options to choose. I picked this one. It's just so awesome to be able to see these great machines. I love the ' still ' explanatory narrative and seeing the machine in action. Where else could you get an experience like this.

[@FamousGamesOfChess]

Keep it up Jay, I love these videos!

[@MrJHate]

I'm not really sure why, but the sentiment of putting a drop of your blood in your bike seems so special to me. I feel like in the modern world people view cars and motorcycles as disposable and never form any kind of bond with them. Thank you for that.

[@mikecatherwood7806]

Great episode. Love the Brit iron. I also like when Jay shares the personal history to go with the machine, such as the BS being raced at Isle of Man and previous owners. Thanks so much for sharing your collection.

[@numbersix100]

Thx Jay, a fantastic machine and piece of motorcycle history. Would love to own one. Also great to see its still being ridden and owned by someone why really appreciates it. There won't be many SS100's still being ridden because they're worth so much.

[@Kayakell]

Enjoyed this vid so much. I could almost smell the Castol R. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@dhultman1]

And thanks for the Garage all year and I hope you never stop it.

[@angelzr4235]

-Thanks for sharing all these videos and all those beautiful vehicles you own Jay!! Fell in love with the steam engines and those now classic race cars. Last episode of 2014? More like last episode to go on KZbin since NBC already announced that Jay Leno's Garage will exclusively move to CNBC come 2015!! May you find tremendous success on cable network!!

[@MotorcycleMeditator]

That rumble to die for....like a heartbeat ❤

[@Terrycrackcorn]

Awesome!! Never stop brother!!

[@MoSportsUSA]

You've got to see something like this up close to appreciate the mechanical marvel it is. I loved the view of the exterior tappets working while it idled. I can't fully enjoy the experience since several senses are missing such as the smell and true sounds. I've a vintage motorcycle that takes constant fiddling but that become more a labor of love....most times. Ride on, Jay and please be careful in traffic!

[@dumptrump3788]

In the late 1970s I lived in a remote village in Lancashire called Whitworth. Every Summer there'd be a bike rally, possibly the "Red Rose Rally" that was mainly a "Scrambling" competition (think dirt bikes) but around it was a unofficial vintage & classic bike show. I'm talking even as old as smokey Triumphs that had leather belts driving the rear wheels! Among them was a section devoted to Brough Superiors, various generations of SS100s & one that shone like gold.....a Golden Dream! The owner had actually ridden it there quite a considerable distance. There were others, Vincents, Ariel Square Fours, even Brough Superior Austin 4s...two of them! Amazingly the owners would park them up & leave them as they went off to get a drink & some food in the local Red Lion pub.

[@MeTubeERG]

Mr. Leno, you are a gentleman and a scholar. Thank you very much for sharing.

[@5ph4nx]

Amazing bike, awesome to see the history of where superbikes first came from.

[@rslrandyman]

Well done Jay. Great Bike. Keep up the great videos

[@charlesedenfield8947]

Jay, completely understand the "drop of blood" part. As a 75 year old, still active in riding my old British bikes, I really appreciate the genuine affection you have for them......that WE have for them. Thanks Charlie Edenfield Fort Worth, TX

[@ericheydenreich2846]

Thanks for the video, and the history lesson!

[@f1matt]

Wonderful episode!

[@SlowEarl1]

Jay! Thanks for being you .

[@dhultman1]

Very nice. Like the way the valve system working without oiling or spraying oil as you drive. Love the old stuff and how they did it.

[@jhccb123]

Good video, love you and your work, keep it up

[@marcusmacleod]

Thanks for taking the time to share your collection with us Jay. Never a dull moment. I'd love to see your thoughts on a nice stock bodied bpu supra

[@bigrobnz]

O.M.G.--it's beautiful!!!, thanks for sharing!!

[@kim007250]

Big thanks for walking us through the spec of this bike , would love to see you bring this back to England in the spring time and take it through the country lanes stopping off at the nearest watering hole for a pub lunch.

[@johnsuckling6357]

Superb machine. Thank you.

[@tristantruebody9793]

Please do more of these I love them. Ive watched all of the motorcycle videos like 20 times each

[@benhizzle]

Jay, thanks for all the great video's of 2014. Looking forward to 2015.

[@deanhultberg41]

Another first for me seeing this one, Jay man...thank you for every one of your presentations, my Dad was born in 1925.

[@CODCritic101]

SO SO BEAUTIFUL JUST A MASTER PICE!!! It's just such a wonder to take a look at the way everything was so different yet so magnificently built .

[@jameswhite7629]

Could have gone the rest of my life without being reminded, castor bean oil! 1970 and that amazing, hypnotic smell, plus the joy of riding all the incredible European 2 stroke, and speedway bikes. Those memories will let me die a happy man!

[@chrisinfidel]

Love your passion for bikes.

[@JamesSOCO2006]

I'd never thought I'd use the word 'Elegant' to describe a motorcycle, but this is one where I'd make an exception. What a fantastic machine!!!

[@elliottkeen9933]

Hi Jay your the best these short films are brilliant

[@Endureromex]

I would really love to ride one of those. Congratulations Jay, one of the greatest items in your collection. Armando (Mexico).

[@ManuBright]

Hay Jay. I love watching your You Tub Episodes’ I wait eagerly to see what’s new in each of you motor journals. The day you came up with the Ninja H2 & H2R... I was so thrilled...I used to be small time biker myself and the best bike I ever owned was a Ninja 250 R. I motivate so many of my buddies to watch your show….I love what you are doing with your spare Time. I would like to be like you!!!.. Always in between Bikes and Cars… Great going!! i have Watched all your episodes.more that a couple of time .. when ever i came online i watch your old episodes... again and again ... love your show.!! Waiting to see more from you !!! Happy New Year ...!!

[@barrymorris5028]

Thank you for sharing your toys with us

[@sourwords1808]

Wow, this bike is like a museum artefact. Jay just rode it. How awsome.

[@turbo311]

8:08 Yamaha FZ-07! Lol. Great video as always Jay. Love the vintage bikes, especially 60's era! More!