Brough Superior SS 80 976cc 1922 ISDT Sweden - motorcycle photo photograph

Description

A superb and rare photo of a
1922
Brough Superior SS 80 side valve
, ready to participate in the
International Six Day Trial
of
1922
, which was ridden in
Sweden
.
It is a very interesting photo, as 1922 was the first year of Brough Superior motorcycle production!
Brough Superior
motorcycles were dubbed the "Rolls-Royce of Motorcycles" by H. D. Teague of The Motorcycle newspaper. Approximately 3048 of 19 models were made in 21 years of production. In 2004, around 1000 still exist. T.E. Lawrence ("Lawrence of Arabia") owned seven bikes and died from injuries sustained while crashing one. George Bernard Shaw was another among many celebrities that were enthusiastic about Brough products. The Brough Superior motorcycles and motor cars were made by George Brough in his Brough Superior works on
Haydn Road
in
Nottingham
,
England
from 1919 to 1940.
George Brough was a racer, designer, and showman. All Brough Superior motorcycles were high performance and superior quality. Most were custom built to the customers needs, and rarely were any two of the same configuration. Each motorcycle was assembled twice. The first assembly was for fitting of all components, then the motorcycle was disassembled and all parts were painted or plated as needed, then the finished parts were assembled a final time. Every motorcycle was test ridden to ensure that it performed to specification, and was personally certified by George Brough. The SS100 model was ridden at
100 mph
or more prior to delivery. The SS80 model was ridden at
80 mph
or more before delivery. If any motorcycle didn't meet specification, it returned to the shop for rework until it performed properly. The fit and finish was comparable to a Rolls-Royce automobile, and were among the most expensive motorcycles. Brough Superior motorcycles have always been rare and expensive. Because of their connection with Lawrence of Arabia, their high quality of fit and finish, and their reputation for reliability and race victories, they are among the most collectible motorized vehicles.
The photo shows the Brough Superior SS80 model. SS stands for Super Sports. The SS 80 side valve machine was powered by
a J.A.P. or a Matchless 1000 cc sidevalve v-twin engine. Approximately 1086 were manufactured from 1922 to 1940.
George Brough was known for his dedication to his vehicles and customers. He, and later Albert Wallis, continued to service Brough Superiors after production ceased. Parts were made until 1969 but production of bikes never resumed after WW II.
We have more photos listed on Ebay of other motorcycle brands and types with several riders during the classic European and American (road) races.
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This is your rare chance to own this non period photo that reflects a very interesting and historic piece of motorcycle and Brough Superior history. Therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 8" x 10.3" (ca. 20 x
26 cm
).
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and board backed envelopes.
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