1930 Brough Superior SS100 - Jay Leno's Garage

[@Kevin-mx1vi]

In my whole life I've seen only one Brough Superior, and that was a static exhibit - effectively dead. I absolutely adore the fact that Jay rides his and makes it live. 😀

[@franktechmaniac7488]

Most oldtimer enthusiasts barely ride their motorcycles. They spend hours and hours and shitloads of money for having a pile of iron.

[@parlance.electricco]

I was in Killarney Ireland about ten years ago and two TWO came to a stop beside me and went for tea in a little roadside cafe in a place called Ladies' View. I have the photos if anyone wants to drop an email. I might pop on overhead here on my profile image now that I think of it. Edit: I'm having difficulty getting to full image onto the banner section. I've resized it ten times and anyway, there they are and I've a few close-ups too if anyone is interested.

[@greatestytcommentator]

My Grandfather had one... somehow..

[@k.w.churchill4397]

I LOVE the way Jay has spent his money.! This is an honarable thing to invest in

[@darrellmount7020]

A lot of celebrities spend it on partying and wasteful stuff, I'm glad Leno at least, has something he can share with all of us and likes doing it, I sure like watching.

[@jeffwilliams8464]

K. W. Churchill don't be fooled. he only spent "some" of his money

[@Winterstick549]

Jeff Williams Some? He earned it by investing.

[@gaoxiaen1]

I look forward to visiting the Jay Leno Museum, unless I die before he does. Would love a tour (or just a look-around) next time I'm back in CONUS.

[@tedmccauley9319]

We owe him our gratitude for preserving these vehicles for future generation’s, it is an expensive task.

[@druidofthefang]

This bike is soon 100 years old. That is unbelievable. Thank you Jay for everything you do to preserve these machines and the history tied to them.

[@speiss2002]

Eloquent,economical, and absolutely enthralling, Jay's series is a first rate example of a programme too smart for TV. I'm a Jay Leno's Garage addict.Keep it up Jay.

[@mcmoose64]

Thanks Jay, I have been a motor cycle enthusiast for over 40 yrs and although I have seen photos and museum examples , this is the first time I have seen or heard a Brough in action .

[@nicholasclark4079]

You can just tell how much Jay loves his cars and bikes. It really makes me glad that there are still people willing to scoop up collectibles, keep them nice, and then drive them.

[@garymolines9550]

I enjoyed watching this. As a caretaker , and mechanic on a remarkable collection of motorcycles for a private collector , I have had the honor of working on and riding the SS100 , SS80 , and a 680OHV. Remarkable machines !

[@Paiste402]

Best part of all this is that he actually get it out on the road and uses it. I would not be game to take a piece of motorcycle history into traffic but Jay is all "Well... enough talking about it lets go!"

[@bitfreakazoid]

"Your only hope is that the vehicle coming at you will be so entranced by it's beauty that they will sacrifice themselves so as not to hit you." I actually had to pause that section because I was laughing so hard.

[@richardpope3063]

1923 m/c manual : choice, pedestrian or wall, be a man and take the wall.

[@johntechwriter]

bitfreakazoid I grew up in a remote Canadian small town. My Dad was a car nut, European cars especially. One year he bought a big Citroen DS-21 sedan. While he was driving through town one day, a local farmer in his pickup going the other way was so freaked by the Citroen, he stuck his head out his window to look at it as it went by. As a result he collided with a parked car! (No injury tho.)

[@Yosemite-George-61]

Jay exells when he's by himself... I really enjoy his way of explaining stuff... shoul have been a professor...

[@isshun2292]

For anyone interested in how the speedometer works: This particular model is a Bonniksen Isochronous speedometer made in Coventry, England by Rotherhams & Sons Ltd, of Coventry, an old established firm of watchmakers and engineers, which were established in 1750. Looking at the photos you will notice there are two hands. On starting, one was at the rest position, zero, the other at the last speed indicated. So one hand is at zero or rest is awaiting for the new speed to display and the other hand is displaying the speed that occured,. Brough Superiors were often fitted with Bonniksen speedos with the 100mph version being introduced in May 1925 on a BS. Today they are expensive to purchase secondhand...how much.... US$1000 wouldn't surprise me with another US$300 plus for the gearbox.

[@brandonbentley8532]

I literally scrolled down hoping someone would add a detailed explanation and history of the speedo...if I knew you in real life I'd buy a top shelf drink!

[@stevenwebb9861]

Is that for the bike?? I will take one!

[@mayankimmortal]

I'm in India I think I can buy this man a drink

[@joanrattray387]

i know some one who has one for sale

[@DAeMoN3vil]

@@brandonbentley8532 he lives near me. in melbourne australia i can buy him drink on your behalf. please transfer the amount to me. ping me for account details.

[@Locoandchooch]

All his vehicles will probably go to museums when he retires. I’m really glad he restored so much history.

[@dorsetdumpling5387]

I often drive past Clouds’ Hill, Lawrence’s home, on the road where he crashed, leading to his untimely death. Sometimes on my Honda CB1100, and I sometimes fantasize about meeting him on his Brough, and swapping bikes for a test ride. I am pretty certain that both of us would be blown away by our rides, and would be happy to exchange bikes there and then!

[@kholt1776]

Currently trying to make my way through Seven Pillars. Thanks!

[@nigelft]

I love this video, not only because Mr. Leno gives a masterclass on a superb motorcycle, but, as volunteer of a steam museum (abet on a hiatus due to health reasons ...), seeing that he has both a marine (possibly dual/triple expansion) engine, plus a rotative engine (single cylinder ...?), mounted on bricks, with the correct brass handrail around it, in the background of this shoot, reminds me of what my museum has in its collection ... So Mr. Leno is not only a petrol head, but seemingly a steam head, too ...

[@CaneFu]

Jay, I am named after my great uncle, Eric Fernihough, whose name I'm sure you'll recognize from motorcycle racing history. He rode a Brough Superior and I really appreciate your reviewing this bike in such detail as I always wanted to know more about it. Thank you.

[@666t]

Flue Brush

[@artlewellan2294]

Jay's collection suggestion of the day: A rebuilt Honda CMX Rebel. 234cc twin. Swap the stock 33-tooth rear sprocket with a 28-tooth and disconnect the accelerator pump/valve. Rated 70mpg, the Rebel gets 60-65mpg. Disconnect this valve and get 85-90mpg with a wider range of useful low rpm torque. At 20mph, my Rebel in 5th gear will Full Throttle 20 seconds to top speed of 75mph. Dazzling dazzling speed. The sweet spot at 20mph is in 4th gear, 4 seconds to 50mph, 5th gear another 10 seconds to 75mph. Slow but who cares? Jay you gotta try this marvel on a Rebel. Sounds like a song lyric, marvel on a rebel, doo wap a doo wap.

[@whisperingdeath308]

I own an Indian Chief Vintage and although many love the way it looks, I love the look of the older more vintage bikes. There's just something about the old engineering that fascinates me.

[@fatwasp6458]

Jay. Great video. I really enjoyed this. Thanks for drawing attention to the rich heritage of British bikes. It’s very much appreciated. Cheers from Wales.

[@christianfischer3267]

Jay's collection is superb in every way. The fact he owns and cultivates the knowledge about such outstanding masterpieces as the Brough emphasizes his claim being a true enthusiast in classic cars and motorcycles.

[@speedfinder1]

For me, the best thing about this motorcycle is that it is in good condition. Personally I'm sad when I see an old classic bike that has been allowed to deteriorate. The owner says, "Oh it is in original condition!" This is not true. "It is in unmaintained condition." George Brough would not have allowed a machine to leave his factory covered in rust or with bits ruined by time...... Well done Jay for keeping the machine in the condition George Brough would have preferred.

[@DJWRailroad]

Jay, Jay, Jay, typical Hollyweird. As another commenter on this forum cited, Col. Lawrence was killed when his SS100 swerved to avoid hitting two children on bicycles in the roadway, unseen until seconds before approaching them, ejecting Col. T.E. Lawrence over the handlebars. Lawrence survived for 6 days after that accident, his last heroic deed. On another note, excellent video about the SS100.

[@shananagans5]

Jay,if you ever read this I must say I am very impressed that you ride these old bikes & drive the steam cars. You are a true collector,historian & all around good guy.

[@trevortrevortsr2]

Jay for your info: TH Lawrence (Lawrence of Arabia) was riding his Brough Superior SS100 motorbike, on his way from Bovington Camp to Clouds Hill, when he swerved to avoid two boys on bicycles (not a drunk postman) - they were Frank Fletcher and Albert Hargreaves - You can find his cottage at Clouds Hill - A stone where he crashed in the country lane & Bovinton camp is a huge Tank Museum and army tank training center - you would love it

[@trevortrevortsr2]

Jay for your info TH Lawrence was riding his much-loved Brough motorbike, on his way from Bovington Camp to Clouds Hill, when he swerved to avoid two boys on bicycles - they were Frank Fletcher and Albert Hargreaves

[@richardpope3063]

Marrowbones D H Lawrence author. Those days of celebrity and achievement. El Aurens. They are remembered.

[@vincentlawler3033]

At the time of his accident he was known as Airman T E Shaw.

[@austin2842]

My grandfather trained for the army at the area where T.E. Lawrence was based, going on to serve with the British 8th Army, 7th Armored Div. (Desert Rats) during WW2. Anyway, he saw Lawrence riding his bike quite a bit, and described him as a madman with a death wish. Said it was no surprise how he went out.

[@spitfire3280]

Just purchased the Model Factory Hiro 1/9th SS100, the kit is a work of art and modeled on Lawrence's GW2275 he was riding when killed. Keep up the good work Jay...a fan from Perth Western Australia

[@TheXeroid]

I could listen to Mr. Leno all day long. Very knowledgeable and great delivery!

[@Buttermilkbandit]

Love it, thanks for posting. this is the first Jay Leno's Garage for me. I've read the 7 pillars too and it's... ( let's just say) it has an extraordinary amount of detailed descriptions...

[@richardpope3063]

TE was an archaeologist, the design is in the detail.

[@Brough1111]

Thank you for sharing your bike and WOW what a great sense of humor!!!

[@jimclarke1108]

Jay does the talk, and the walk, great guy, great show

[@pinbret]

a motorized cycle fit for a gentleman well J what a beautiful piece of art it just happens to go like spit I knew a old time time 19 thirties motorcycle racer for used go on on about how he always wanted to try one that is a piece of work and it makes music thanks for sharing it ...

[@larrywardell2459]

Had the privilege of going up Kop Hill (near Tring, in the UK) in the sidecar of a 1937 Brough Superior SS100 Grand Alpine Sports back in 2015 (worth about 250k GBP) , and then later in the day, up again in a 1935 Brough Superior 8 cylinder drophead (very rare, as Brough also made cars - but not many). Check out the videos on KZbin. Great day out, thanks to my work colleague friend, Nick - a great guy!!

[@donnahughes4270]

Seven Pillars of Wisdom is definitely NOT impossible to read, but in The Mint, Lawrence tells about his race with a Bristol fighter one day, which TEL won on his Brough, Boanerges.

[@ExternalInputs]

Some people (not American) have managed to do a complete rundown of Brough Superior bikes and their history without mentioning Lawrence of Arabia dying on one, but Jay makes it the very first thing he mentions.

[@Rog5446]

I once saw two Brough Superior cars on the same weekend (one Saturday and one Sunday in two different locations) and there's only about six of them on the road in the UK. They were basically Hudsons that George Brough imported in chasis form with 4 litre engines, that he had bodies made for by a coach builder in Birmingham.

[@thesillyhatday]

Looking at them and keeping them clean is good fun and satisfying. That's only half the fun. You got to take these things miles away, have an adventure to get them dirty. Thar's how to enjoy any vehicle. Jay certainly seems to do that. Fantastic!

[@ray847]

Love your motorcycle video and great fun listening to your stories in your typical way, very nice to see someone so similar minded (about motorcycles).

[@Jeff46u]

Jay you are so correct old iron needs to be ridden not put in a museum. There might be some the love motorcycles as much as I but none love them any more. This comes from a 44 year none stop rider where most of my years my only transportation was my bike just like not at 59. Really enjoy your videos on motorcycles and I all so love steam. Do not have the big steam engines you have but at one time I had over 180 small ones. Keep up the great work. Jeff Macon, GA

[@jimg691]

Thanks Jay, what a great piece of motorcycle history. Fantastic that you get to ride it.

[@qwasd0r]

It's great that Jay keeps these things running and rides/drives them.

[@harveymushman2219]

2019 now...I bet this bike is even looking better in Jay's care than in 2014 if that is possible....Thanks Jay for sharing the love.....

[@D_in_DC]

I just heard about the new 2014/2015 Brough Superior. Fantastic motorcycle that is modern but hearkens back to the Broughs of the 1930's. I'll bet Jay gets one.

[@thededicatedbiker]

I have heard three variations of Lawrence's accident. Jay Leno, trying to avoid a "drunk postman". Others was that he was trying to avoid one child and another two children.

[@petermccarthy4525]

Really good video. I live near TE Lawrence’s house (Clouds Hill), and ride the roads he would have been familiar with. He used to ride to Swanage to read the Times at a cafe (now the Information Centre). I always feel a slight shudder riding past the place he crashed. It’s very close to his house and on a wide quiet road. It’s one enigma on another with him. Cheers

[@exb.r.buckeyeman845]

Fabulous to see you keeping the old Bikes going Jay. Greetings from Cornwall.

[@Ritalie]

This is Jay's funniest video of his entire car and motorcycle video series. His explanation of the oil valves and the engine suddenly locking up if your forget one, or the brakes that don't actually stop, and how the speedometer will cause you to crash haha. Then he says, you'll hope any oncoming vehicles will sacrifice themselves, as to not hit you. This is a great video, and low key hilarious.

[@davegunne5824]

Hey Jay...I love your chats on these bikes. You're doing a great job keeping these old girls alive. Facinating. From Oz...Dave

[@harveymushman2219]

He has them , he loves them , he shares his knowledge what's not to like....wish he was my best friend and I lived next door.

[@wolfganggugelweith8760]

What a dream of a Motorcycle! Greetings from an old cyclist from Austria 🇦🇹🏔⛷🛶🍺🥨😎👍💐🐺 Europe!

[@jonlen1]

A piece of mechanical art, most truly the Rolls-Royce of motorcycles, Thank You Jay!

[@barrydaniels1719]

As a graduate of Art Center College of Design who for two years lived in a boarding house with a bunch of automobile design majors, why wouldn't I like Jay Leno's Garage? One is now head of GM's design program. I used to find clay in the chicken as it was passed around the supper table.

[@campbellpurdie7274]

What a bike, you lucky lucky boy. I'm so envious of your collection.

[@sprngrdave]

Thanks Jay, it's Great that you ride or drive all your wonderful Autos & Motorcycles. And it's Awesome for you to share them with us. I know I could never afford all those Wonderful machines, but at least I can get a bit closer to them through you and these Great videos.

[@peteacher52]

Imo, one of your best videos; interesting, clear and factual. Cheers.

[@groovyhippie1165]

So glad to see this great bike out'n'about and not collecting dust.

[@TheMickvee]

I'm halfway through The Seven Pillars of Wisdom, and I am really enjoying it! A bit heavy going, but no more than Dickens. Lovely Brough Jay!

[@patrickkelly7085]

Dickens now you are talking about a great author

[@richardpope3063]

Patrick Kelly What the...D

[@robpeters2296]

What a fascinating piece of antique mechanical engineering

[@mingonmongo1]

Personally consider Lawrence as sorta the 'Patron Saint' of motorcyclists. Though technically, the BBC and most other sources say that a dip in the road apparently obscured his view of two boys on cycles ahead, and Lawrence crashed trying to avoid them (and it was raining). The accident is also famous for putting attention on the development and use of crash helmets, which we take for granted today. So even his death changed the world.

[@StanfordCrane]

Jay is amazing! He knows so much about his toys and he tells us about them in such an entertaining way. Congrats and keep it up!

[@daiseypaisley]

I could not stop smiling through this whole video. Good stuff Jay.

[@Magnero]

R.I.P. Peter O'Toole.

[@brandywell44]

Hi Jay, I really would like a big garage again with interesting things to play with in it. Its not happening right now but my point is just to say a big thankyou for sharing your varied and interesting travel machinary. I get to enjoy vicariously in the comfort of my living room...youre a true gentleman

[@bscepter]

Saw a couple of these at the Motorcycle Museum in Anamosa, IA. Absolutely gorgeous in person.

[@ronaldhull1352]

nice to see you use it :) still use my grandads Brough Superior Mk1 and its as near dam 100 years old now :)

[@JohnSmith-ge4dd]

It's so exiting to see my family history being told by Jay Leno(: The Broughs say Hello from Fostoria, Ohio(:

[@zeanamush]

for anime fans. This is the Kino's Journey bike.

[@saveriannathan1415]

Y e s

[@disceva6443]

Aha! A man of culture!

[@Mr_Fancypants]

For the non weebs, this is a nice motorcycle

[@willpickett9284]

Why do you think I'm here?😆

[@adrianboutsias2437]

How cool! Thanks for that piece of trivia!

[@GreenCanvasInteriorscape]

This was delightful, I owned a 1929 brough back in the day, I still can't understand why Jay doesn't wear gloves and glasses every time he rides

[@cvshasta]

Thanks Jay. Learned a lot about this bike and enjoyed your presentation.

[@elmowilcox]

What a wonderful machine. Crazy amount of knobs to tend to, that’s wild.

[@1990braveheart]

This is the 3rd time I watch Jay video, He is the best

[@JokerrRuth]

I wish Jay could offer a download of his brain; concerning mechanical engineering. I bet this man could drive damn near ANY vehicle on the planet. They ALL have their own nuances. Somebody had to buy all of these old masterpieces, then drive them for us on video so we could experience it too. I've learned a lot. Thank you Jay.

[@brandonbentley8532]

If a meteor were to hit Jay's garage I would literally cry like a child...

[@marcswanson7066]

Carefully going through a "preflight checklist" prior to riding is no doubt mandatory. The speedometer reminds me of some high end watches today. No one really knows what everything does but the overall effect is totally awesome.

[@simoesc]

Last week i visited the Top Mountain museum in Austria Timmelsjoch. I fell in love with the Brough Superior my god what an elegant bike. Obviously i was riding a motorcycle through the Alps.

[@rodgeyd6728]

Can watch Jay Leno's videos all the time 👍. Lawrence was an excellent man and died avoiding two children in the road , a very sad end to a brilliant military man . George Brough also made the SS 100 to Lawrence's specific requests as lawrence was also an excellent mechanic. After becoming delusional about the state of the middle after the war, lawrence joined the Tank Corps as a private. Even though he changed his name he was still regonised and on numerous occasions NCO'S called Lawrence ' Sir ' . He left and then joined the RAF, after seeing an aircraft ditch in the sea he saw the crew drown as there were no fast rescue vessels. He worked on the RAF rescue launches, thus increasing there speed. A great military man , a great historian, a great man. I wonder if the middle east would be in the mess it is now if Britain and France had took heed of Lawrence's advise about the Arab states !!.

[@nathanielpnesakumar9624]

Nice Jay! An awesome review on a vintage bike.

[@ghahandi]

Jay's Late Show comedy can come up short from time to time- But he is a veritable encyclopedia when it comes to motor collecting. I tried to sell him a 1948 Tucker (I was brokering it)- First question out of his mouth- "Does it back up?" Sheepishly I answered.." UHH...nooo….how did you know?" Love these vids the tongue in cheek when describing things like poor braking issues with a classic- LMAO~! He is a car (and bike) guy- I'll have beers and talk motors with him anytime! Keanu Reeves is another cool bike guy- I would love an Archer- unfortunately-not in this lifetime.

[@happyeggs911]

thanks for taking the time to make these videos jay, your garage videos have changed my opinion about you

[@allenazali]

Thanks for sharing. I really enjoyed the demo. It is rare for a reason!

[@fidelcatsro6948]

great presentation of a great vintage bike and i didnt know it had so many control levers like a plane..amazing top speed for something made almost a century ago!

[@marleymason5479]

Jay knows all his vehicles inside and out amazing knowledge!.

[@stevelorenz6091]

I'm sure there's no compliment Jay had never heard in regards to A responsibility to collect the history Of AMERICANA/ WORLD ,MOTORCYCLES,CARS ETC,. Salutations!!!!! WHAT ID BE SURPRISED TO SEE. Is the rails folks was tared and feathered on and ran out of town However than again. He might just have one. Ooooo the splinters

[@Westyrulz]

An Australian doctor named Hugh Cairns attended Lawrence following his accident and he began research into head trauma via motorcycle accidents and he started the ball rolling for motorcycle helmets.

[@TurboTyler]

Man that thing sounds great. Better than any Harley. Thanks for the tremendous upload!

[@michaelwyllie7778]

outstanding .gorgeusness .superior indeed ...always wanted one of these...and the sound...is..awesome

[@MrDaiseymay]

+Michael Wyllie It's strange how --over the decades, maker's of ALL engines, strived to make mechanical parts as silent as possible. If you were going to buy a used vehicle, chattering valves and noisey pushrods etc. was a sign of wear, and to be avoided. NOW--listening to this noisey masterpiece from the past, is GREAT.

[@tryarunm]

Hahaha! very pertinent point. My uncle rode a Norton 16H for 20 years, then was grateful for the silence of his new Vespa.

[@richardpope3063]

tryarunm nice to refine ones' taste as age enters the picture. New Vespa are now really powerful me thinks.

[@timpennyan]

Jay sure does know these bikes, history and all!!

[@vulgivagu]

The Brough Superior was probably the only motorbike every produced where they gave you a certificate to say it had been track tested to 110mph. My Father had one a long time ago and having ridden this bike I have to say you really need the full leathers, helmet, goggles, and gloves. You rode on it, not sat on it. It needed concentration all the way and was certainly not stable at high speed. T .E Lawrence was a wonderful man, and he rode a wonderful bike.

[@tryarunm]

Why doesnt this man run for President? He has taste, class, intelligence and a sense of humour. And he recognises the value of the best of the past, present and future.

[@nottyash100]

They also used a 990 CC engine made by Matchless and a NORTON gearbox.

[@allenmcdaniel1470]

TOO FUNNY. JAY, I LOVE YOU!!! (AND your bikes, esp. THIS one!!) LENO: Keeper of our mechanical History!!

[@johndonahue4777]

I've never owned a car but I have to see all these episodes. I guess I am still deciding what to get. Very interesting and Dr. Leno has the lowdown.

[@williamcovey9703]

JAY LENO'S GARAGE: Every gearhead's dream!!

[@johnbok5982]

The Brough Superior CAR was an absolutely beautiful machine!

[@M00nsh0t]

Man I've seen Jay old for sooo long that I can't seem to even come to grasp with a picture of his younger self.....

[@justinreedflynn]

Seeing Jay as a black-haired kid with a "Harley" shirt on is EPIC!

[@MrSakamotothecat]

I was watching the anime "Ah my Goddess" there was an episode where they talk about this motorcycle. I have never heard of this name before, but thanks to the anime, and Jay Leno I learned a lot about this beautiful motorcycle.

[@sonyam5877]

T.E was killed by avoiding 2 boys on bicycles, NOT "a drunken postman". And Seven Pillars is a masterpiece.

[@markhayward440]

Sonya M I believe there is some controversy on that point, with some witnesses stating there WAS a postman, and with the best will in the world Seven Pillars is an unreadable mess, T.E was a great leader but unfortunately needed a great editor to :)

[@jancloddlafront9185]

Sonya M Ah, ok that looks better than an underpaid postman. Maybe the motorcycle was going faster than traffic, right, otherwise he wouldn't have been there first, right? and maybe no one would have had a problem right?

[@sonyam5877]

There was only one unreliable witness who says he saw a black private car pass TE going in the opposite direction moments before the crash. However, Hargreaves and Fletcher, the two boys on bicycles did not see any other vehicle. TE was going approximately 30-35 mph at the time of the crash. I am no cyclist do I don't know if the road conditions called for a slower speed. He was going up a slight incline anc curve in the road and had geared down. A number of people heard him do this, including a close friend and avid motorcyclist. It was purely bad luck that the boys were in that partially hidden point in the road when he came upon them.

[@ColinMill1]

Seven Pillars is undoubtedly hard-going but some editions contain one of my favourite quotes and one I wish I had known when I was at school and frequently told off for day-dreaming:- "All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may act their dreams with open eyes, to make it possible."

[@Hopeless_and_Forlorn]

Seven Pillars is indeed a masterpiece. However, Lawrence discussed motorcycling in another book, The Mint, which he wrote about his enlistment as a private in the British Army.

[@keithtanner2806]

An uncle of mine had one of these with a Steib sidecar. His wife hated him riding it and occasionally persuaded my father to slip a bit of cigarette paper between the points so that it would not start. He was not mechanical and never worked out what was the problem. He was tiny but always managed to kickstart the beast until one day he came back into the house sweating heavily and covered in dust. “ Sodde it, that’s it, it’s going.” Apparently as he tried to start it it kicked back and threw him clean over the handlebars! His wife rejoiced.

[@lancelottavola9685]

great motorcycle SS100, very advanced for year 1935, nice video.