Monday 1 September 2014

31 August to 6 September 1914

Where are all the Sidecars

It was reported that so far very few sidecars have been pressed into service by the Government, which is surprising in view of the small amount of room they take up on the road, their speed on the level and uphill compared with low-powered cars, and their economy in petrol consumption compared with an ordinary two-seater.

In reality a lot of sidecars were going to be ordered together with solos for the use of Officers and civilian services such as the police.

Olympia Show
The motorcycle press were suggesting that the motor Car and Cycle shows be amalgamated because only British manufacturers would be available. The reality was that the venue (Olympia) was being used as a holding centre for Aliens and that no show would subsequently take place.

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