![]() Both engine design andĬhassis design deliver performance generally beyond the reach of the typical '60's Britishīike (above noted classics excepted). State-of-the-art machines and arguably technically superior. Prices associated with their British counterparts. Recognized for the classics that they are, but they have so far avoided the rarefied However, a few of the earlier Japanese machines are being ![]() Models continually spew forth from their factories. Your viewpoint, the Japanese manufacturers seem to quickly tire of a given design, and new Unfortunately, or fortunately, depending on One-cylinder motorcycles from which to choose. To trying different designs, and they soon presented several eminently practical Proven designs, the Japanese have shown themselves to be extremely flexible when it comes While the British manufacturers tended to stick resolutely to Sixties the Japanese motorcycle came on the scene, and motorcycling was changed forever. Machines, most of which were just warmed over versions of pre-war machines But in the late immediately following W.W.II you will most certainly be talking about Euro/Brit When speaking of the "singles" which were available in Realities exclude all but a select few who will now experience the satisfaction of their There are many of us who wouldĭearly love to possess one of these exotic machines, however today's economic Quickly coming to mind when such topics are discussed. "single", with names like Norton Manx, Velocette KTT or BSA Gold Star classics The history of motorcycle racing is entwined with that of the Still others are enamored by the compact engine and light chassis that are part and parcel ![]() Some say it is because of the ultimate simplicity of the engine, others are engaged by the unique sound emanating from them as they "thump, thump, thump" along There has always been a certain charm, a certain panache, a certain charisma surrounding "thumpers", have been around for as long as there have been motorcycles, and Single cylinder motorcycles, generically know in the U.S. ![]()
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