Classic motorcycle does have its own style that would not be enduring trends and technological developments. Until now, fans of classic motorcycles not only in Indonesia but throughout the world there are many.
The classic motorcycle that carries under-1960s nuanced style would be a trend back in 2013. This is reflected in the return of a motorcycle manufacturer that has been bankrupt or the efforts made by other manufacturers that reproduce their classic motorcycle.
1. MATCHLESS
For fans of classic motorcycles, Matchless name is not something unfamiliar. Because the manufacturer has a long history and very memorable. Matchless was founded in 1899 and carved out a success story in racing world. In 1938, Matchless and AJS became part of Associated Motorcycles (AMC). Both models produce under their own brand.
The hard times of these British motorcycles companies occurred in the 1960s, Matchless 4-step and 2-step engined replaced by Norton. It also ended a long history of Matchless. In 1967, Matchless with a single cylinder engine discontinued.
The hard times of these British motorcycles companies occurred in the 1960s, Matchless 4-step and 2-step engined replaced by Norton. It also ended a long history of Matchless. In 1967, Matchless with a single cylinder engine discontinued.
Matchless G80. (Picture from: http://motoroids.com/) |
Matchless Silver Hawk. (Picture from: http://www.motosolvang.com/) |
Matchless Silver Arrow. (Picture from: http://www.yesterdays.nl/) |
2. BMW MOTORRAD
The German motorcycle manufacturer, BMW Motorrad also popularized back classic motorcycles, with preparing a special edition retro motorcycle for the 90th anniversary of this manufacturers. BMW made a symbol of retro cafe racer wing is a new icon of these manufacturers.
Although relying on retro models, the motor is equipped with today's technology. The model was developed leading to a BMW R 32, a motorcycle with the first boxer engines, BMW launched in about the 1920s.
90 Years of BMW Motorrad. (Picture from: http://motoren.wordpress.com/) |
1923 BMW R32. |
As long ago as 1923, the very first BMW motorcycle - the BMW R 32 – provided what was to become the genetic basis for the BMW Motorrad boxer series over nine decades: an air-cooled, 2-cylinder 4-stroke 'boxer' engine with longitudinally mounted crankshaft and shaft drive to the rear wheel.
Always combined with innovative technology and thrilling design - and with one priority above all else: sheer riding pleasure.
Is this BMW's new model with air-cooled 'boxer' engine in 2013 as a special way of marking the "90 years of BMW Motorrad" anniversary? (Picture from: http://www.visordown.com/) |