Dirt track (speedway) racing arrived in the UK in 1928 from Australia, the first make of motorcycle to achieve dominance on the cinders being Douglas.The latter was soon deposed and for a while it was the lighter and more compact Rudge that ruled the roost, before the arrival of the ubiquitous 'Speedway JAP' set the pattern for the next 30 years...
Wilhelm Gutbrod came from a modest farmers’ background in the Stuttgart area and he worked himself up from metalwork apprentice to mechanical engineer and engine designer. In 1926 he decided it was time to start his own motorcycle factory which he set up in the stables of a disused army barracks in Ludwigsburg. Gutbrod set high quality levels fo..
With the introduction of the Multi Gear in 1912 Rudge was far ahead of the competition.They won the 1914 TT races with this system and Rudges were subsequently barred from certain speed events because of their “unfair head start”. The factory turned this to their advantage by using the “ barred” logo in a clever company advertising campaign. The ..
Rudge Mº Sport Special,year 1939 with engine 500 cc single-cylinder, 4 valves. Motorcycle restored 10 years ago, with good function.Dutch Documents.
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A 54" penny farthing bicycle built by The Rudge Cycle Company of Coventry in about 1888. The bicycle was restored about 2 years ago after having been found at a bicycle swap meet in New York State, USA. It has correct pattern new hollow section rims and tangent spokes and a good replica of The Brooks long distance saddle was sourced. The pedals are..
c.1934 Rudge Ladies Fast Sports.
A very original bicycle in its original marron enamel with faint original transfers including a by appointment to the king royal logo. Early Rudge round head badge with the Rudge whitworth HAND logo. White/ cream celluloid mudguards and sporting celluloid covered handlebars. Lucas bell, Monitor front brake, sturm..