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1966 Triumph Daytona
In 1966 the Triumph factory prepared six machines to compete in the Daytona 200, the most prestigious motorcycle event in North America.
Buddy Elmore won the race at a record speed on a sister bike identical to this one. When the capacity limit was raised to 750 cc in 1968 these bikes became obsolete, five were accounted for, but this one went missing.
Fifty years later it was found in a storage unit, in very poor condition and a crude attempt had been made to make it street legal. After a long restoration, it’s now on display in its original condition.
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Nov 29
1966 Triumph Daytona
In 1966 the Triumph factory prepared six machines to compete in the Daytona 200, the most prestigious motorcycle event in North America.
Buddy Elmore won the race at a record speed on a sister bike identical to this one. When the capacity limit was raised to 750 cc in 1968 these bikes became obsolete, five were accounted for, but this one went missing.
Fifty years later it was found in a storage unit, in very poor condition and a crude attempt had been made to make it street legal. After a long restoration, it’s now on display in its original condition.
#barbermuseum #barbercollection #triumphmotorcycles #triumphdaytona
This modified 1979 Ducati 900 SS is the actual machine raced by multi-World Champion Mike Hailwood in the 1979 Isle of Man TT race. Unable to repeat his 1978 victory, he settled for 5th place after suffering a battery cable problem late into the race. The successes of both bike and rider resulted in the production of the "Mike Hailwood Replica" or the MHR the following year.
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Nov 28
This modified 1979 Ducati 900 SS is the actual machine raced by multi-World Champion Mike Hailwood in the 1979 Isle of Man TT race. Unable to repeat his 1978 victory, he settled for 5th place after suffering a battery cable problem late into the race. The successes of both bike and rider resulted in the production of the "Mike Hailwood Replica" or the MHR the following year.
#barbermuseum #barbercollection #ducati
Our final members-only Hot Laps session of the year will be held this Friday, December 1st. Login to your membership account at the link in our bio to register for a spirited ride around the Barber Road Course with a certified Porsche Track Experience instructor.
Please note that members ages 16 to 18 must have a guardian present during Hot Laps to sign waivers to participate.
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Nov 27
Our final members-only Hot Laps session of the year will be held this Friday, December 1st. Login to your membership account at the link in our bio to register for a spirited ride around the Barber Road Course with a certified Porsche Track Experience instructor.
Please note that members ages 16 to 18 must have a guardian present during Hot Laps to sign waivers to participate.
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Stop by the museum this holiday season for a chance to say hi to Grinch. You’ll never know when he’ll pop up…
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Nov 24
Stop by the museum this holiday season for a chance to say hi to Grinch. You’ll never know when he’ll pop up…
#happyholidays #barbermuseum #grinch
Welcome back to Warehouse Wednesday. Today, we’re taking a look at the 1923 BMW R32, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. This was the first motorcycle produced by BMW and set the standard for their future designs. Join us as we take a closer look at this iconic bike and learn more about its history and significance.
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Nov 22
Welcome back to Warehouse Wednesday. Today, we’re taking a look at the 1923 BMW R32, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. This was the first motorcycle produced by BMW and set the standard for their future designs. Join us as we take a closer look at this iconic bike and learn more about its history and significance.
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The 1993 Honda CBR900RR was a revolutionary bike for its time, with a design that focused on weight reduction and handling over pure power. The bike`s compact engine, lightweight frame, and sharp handling made it a popular choice for riders who valued nimble performance and agility over outright speed. Despite its smaller engine size, the CBR900RR was still capable of impressive acceleration and top speeds. Its unique design and engineering innovations made it a standout in the sport bike world, and a favorite among riders who appreciated its balance of power and precision.
Nov 21
The 1993 Honda CBR900RR was a revolutionary bike for its time, with a design that focused on weight reduction and handling over pure power. The bike`s compact engine, lightweight frame, and sharp handling made it a popular choice for riders who valued nimble performance and agility over outright speed. Despite its smaller engine size, the CBR900RR was still capable of impressive acceleration and top speeds. Its unique design and engineering innovations made it a standout in the sport bike world, and a favorite among riders who appreciated its balance of power and precision.
When Giuseppe Benelli left Benelli in 1949, he went on to create his own designs. His initial productions featured a "B" monogram, which later became Motobi (Moto-B). This Italian beauty is the 1957 Motobi Catria Lusso 175. It captures the essence of mid-century design and performance, boasting a 172cc engine that was a powerhouse in its era.
#MotobiCatriaLusso175 #VintageRide #MotorcycleHistory
Nov 20
When Giuseppe Benelli left Benelli in 1949, he went on to create his own designs. His initial productions featured a "B" monogram, which later became Motobi (Moto-B). This Italian beauty is the 1957 Motobi Catria Lusso 175. It captures the essence of mid-century design and performance, boasting a 172cc engine that was a powerhouse in its era.
#MotobiCatriaLusso175 #VintageRide #MotorcycleHistory
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