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Default 1929 commercial bike turned into racer


Like the HP said, this beauty started life as a commercial machine, with a sidecar. But at some point in its history, an owner decided to turn it into a race machine, and they managed to get their hands on some JH Racing cylinders which are apparently pretty rare. It would be great to have a documented history of this baby, but if I was lucky enough to own it, I'd just ride it and call it good... More pics on the HP.
 
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Beautiful machine!!!
 
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Beautiful machine!!!
Yeah, I love this era! So cool!
 
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Wow, gorgeous. Thanks for sharing.
 
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the thought of a racing bike with those brakes on it makes me feel a little sick . but it's certainly gorgeous !
 
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