Tuesday 31 August 2010

Vincent Black Lightning Motorcycle 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952

Vincent Black Lightning


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Classic Vincent Black Lightning Motorcycle 1948, 1949, 1950, 1951, 1952


The Black Lightning was highly modified version of the Shadow built for racing. Its engine was tuned with TT carburettors and straight-through exhaust pipes. It had a rev-counter, but no kickstart, lighting eqipment or stands. Both wheels had alloy rims and magnesium alloy brake backplates, while the tyre sizes were 3.00 x 21 in. front and 3.5 x 20in rear. There were short alloy mudguards and a racing seat, which used the standard mountings. Only 27 are believed to have been made.


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