Custom Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet

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1923 Harley Davidson F1000	In 1921, a Harley-Davidson, ridden by Otto Walker, was the first motorcycle ever to win a race at an average speed of over 100 mph (160 km/h).
1932 Harley Davidson WL	Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet Illustrator. This Harley Davidson WL is my favourite.
1934 Harley Davidson 1200	This Harley Davidson 1200 VFD often had a side-car attached. Only 3000 were built but now there are only 60 machines on the register. The new paint cost $7000.
1942 Harley Davidson WLA	Most of these Harley Davidson WLA where used in the Pacific theatre in WW2. I hope my motorcycle art brings back many great memories for enthusiasts.
1942 Harley Davidson WLA Despatch	Production of the WLA stopped at the end of World War II, but was resumed from 1950 to 1952 for use in the Korean War. Overall about 90,000 Harley WLAs where produced.
1947 Indian Chief 1200	The 1940s Chiefs were capable of 85 mph (136 km/h) in standard form. It is an exciting time for Indian motorcycle enthusiasts as the new Indian Chief lives again. The 2009 Chief Standard, will also be available in three other variations - the Deluxe, the Roadmaster and the Vintage.
1947 Indian Chief 1200 monument valley	Indian's most popular models were the Scout, made from 1920 to 1946, and the Chief, made from 1922 to 1953. The Indian Motocycle Manufacturing Company went bankrupt in 1953. A rare red framed Indian Chief with many accessories.
1947 Vincent Rapide	Its frame incorporated the first cantilever rear suspension, used on all subsequent Vincents. Other innovations included a foot gearchange instead of a hand-operated gearlever, a four-speed gearbox.
1950 Triumph Speed Twin 500	The Triumph Speed Twin turned out 25bhp at 5500rpm which was enough to power the bike at up to 85mph.
1952 Ariel Square Four	The 1949 machine weighed 435 lb dry and produced 35 bhp at 5500 rpm. The Mark I was capable of 90 mph plus. In 1949 the Ariel Square Four Mark the cast-iron cylinder head and barrel where replaced by a alloy head and barrel.[
1952 Sunbeam S7 500	The early S7 was not a good seller or mechanically very sound but it is the most sought after and commands a premium over the S7 Deluxe and the S8.
1953 Vincent Black Shadow	Fewer than 1,700 Vincent Black Shadows were made, all hand-assembled. There were even a small number about 16 White Shadows built. 1955 Christchurch New Zealand Russell Wright Vincent - HRD 998 cc (60.9 cu in) 184.83 mph
1958 AJS 650	Ron Langston and Don Chapman won the prestigious Thruxton 500 long distance endurance race on the AJS Model 31.
1960 Norton Dominator 650	In 1960 the featherbed frame was altered so that the top rails were closer together to create what became known as the 'slimline featherbed'. A 650cc twin carburettor engine was installed to create the Norton Manxman First built From November 7th 1960 to September 1961 These Machine Where A Limted Addition'USA 'Only' In custom Cruiser style In Polychromatic Blue paint work and chrome every where else and topped of with a red seat with white piping USA Cafe bar style And A top speed of 118 mph. Then From September 1961 The 650SS'was introduced The SS stood for Super Sports and the 600cc models were discontinued to concentrate on production of the 650SS, which quickly earned a reputation as the best of the Dommies.
1960 Royal Enfield Constellation	Top speed was almost 115 mph. From 1955 to 1970, Royal Enfields were painted red, and marketed in the USA as Indian Motorcycles.
1961 BSA A10 Super Rocket	The Golden Flash A10 was developed into the Super Flash and Road Rocket, before becoming the 105 miles per hour (169 km/h) BSA Super Rocket in 1958.
1961 Velocette Viper 350	Velocette is the name given to motorcycles that were made by Veloce Ltd, in Hall Green, Birmingham, England. One of several motorcycle manufacturers in Birmingham, Velocette was a small, family-owned firm, selling far fewer hand-built motorcycles than the giant BSA, Norton or Triumph concerns. Renowned for the quality of its products, the company was "always in the picture" in international motorcycle racing, from the mid-1920s through the 1950s, culminating in two world championship titles (1949–1950 350 cc) and its legendary and still-unbeaten 24 hours at 100 mph (161 km/h) record. Veloce, while small, was a great technical innovator and many of its patented designs are commonplace on motorcycles today, including the positive-stop foot shift and swinging arm rear suspension with hydraulic dampers. - Wiki.
1962 BSA Gold Star 500 Clubman	The goldstar bikes began post war and were a progression from the Empire Star. Walter Handley, a test rider for BSA, riding a highly tuned Empire Star, lapped the Brookland circuit at an average of 107mph and anyone achieving 100+ was awarded with a Gold Star. Inspired by this success BSA, which had not been producing competetion machines since the early 30s when they were terribly embrassed by engine failures and poor results at the IOM when one year none finished, resumed competetion with the first Gold Star. It took the form 39 to the early 50s because of the war but they were underway. The range models wereYB, ZB, BB,CB, DB, and culminating with the big fin DBD 34 in 1956. 32no.designated models were 350cc and 34 was for the 500cc. The model under went few changes from 56 until 1963 when production stopped. The US was the last strong hold and engine tuners pushed the performance to amazing results, but in the end multi cylinder engines were faster, but the goldie was still winning until the 70s. All bikes were hand built and legend has it that this expense was a primary factor in the desmise of BSA.
1962 Manx Norton 500	In 1994 Molnar Precision Limited purchased the rights to the Manx name so the Norton Manx is now in production once again, manufactured to the exact original 1961 specification. I can put your racing number on this Manx.
1966 Triumph Thunderbird 6T	Designed by Edward Turner to capture the American market, the 6T Thunderbird used a variant of the earlier Speed Twin's parallel twin engine, bored out from 500 cc to 650 cc to give the added horsepower American customers demanded. This Triumph Thunderbird 6T was the last to have a headlamp nacelle.
1969 Triumph Bonneville T120R	In 1968 the T120 gained a new and more reliable ignition system, but by 1972 competition from larger-capacity motorcycles led to the T120 being replaced by the 750 cc Bonneville T140. And the British Bull Dog.
1971 Ducati 250 Desmo	Air cooled, four stroke, single cylinder, Desmo SOHC with 29mm Dell'Orto carbs.
1971 Triumph Bonneville 650	T120R – export model intended for the US market with higher-rise handlebars and a smaller fuel tank.
1972 BSA Lightning 650	The BSA Lightning was designed as the 'all-round' sportbike, planned largely for export to the US market to complement the touring BSA Thunderbolt and the supersports BSA Spitfire.
1972 Norvil Commando	The Norton Commando won the "Machine of the Year" competition for five successive years from 1968-1972.
1973/74 Ducati 750ss	In the Imola 200 , Ducati came in first and second. Ducati V-twin motorcycles received a lot of publicity from the win. This inspired the green frame 1974 Ducati 750 Super Sports.
1974 Norton Commando 850	The Norton Commando was the last twin piston-engined motorcycle produced by the Norton Motorcycle company.
1974 Norton Commando 850	After fifteen years of US ownership the Norton brand has now been secured by Stuart Garner, UK businessman and owner of Norton Racing Ltd. Garner plans to develop a new Norton factory at Donington Park.
1974 Triumph ADVENTURER 500 TR5T	Perhaps one of the finest 500 twins ever built, the TR5T Trophy Trail/Adventurer. It was a wonderful motorcycle with the lightweight oil-bearing frame from the BSA singles and the venerable 500 twin engine with long-travel suspension, conical hubs and a polished alloy tank. A very cool looking machine.
1975 BMW R90s	The 67 bhp (50 kW) pushrod-twin engined BMW ran the quarter mile in around 13.5 seconds and went from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in just over 5.4 seconds.
1977 Triumph Bonneville Silver Jubilee	The T140J trim featured silver, as well as patriotic red, white and blue. Out of the 2400 Triumph Jubilees built only 1000 made to the United States.
1977 Triumph Bonneville Silver Jubilee WB	The 1977 T140J was launched as a limited edition of 1,000 in USA and an additional 1,000 in UK specification (plus 400 for Commonwealth export) of the T140V, produced to commemorate the 1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The idea originated with Lord Stokes who was Chairman of British Leyland and working as a consultant to the Meriden Co-operative. A silver finish with red and blue lining was used and was matched by a blue saddle with red beading. Primary drive and timing covers were chrome-plated and the wheel rim centres were painted and lined. US-version side panels had "One of a Thousand" written under Union Jack flag stickers, UK-version side panels had "Limited Edition", while the remaining 400 Commonwealth export bikes were badged "International Edition". Quickly established as a collectors item, each machine was supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
1978 BMW R100s	The R90 (898 cc) models, "/6" and R90S models had their displacement increased to 1,000 cc; replaced by the R100/7 and the R100S, respectively. Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet Illustrator. This is my favourite BMW motorcycle.
1979 Honda CBX1000 Super Sport	The first CBX certainly was fast. It ran a 11.36 sec. and 118.11 mph quarter mile and topped out at 134 in the half-mile dash, all of which made it the fastest Honda motorcycle in the world. But its late introduction and relatively low exposure had a good part of its potential market going over to the Yamaha XS11, Suzuki GS1000 and Kawasaki KZ1000 Mk. II, all of which provided excellent - if slightly less spectacular - performance with simpler four-cylinder engines. Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet Illustrator
1979 Yamaha XS650	In 1968 only the Laverda 750S, also launched that year, matched the XS 650's modernity of unit construction and SOHC valve operation.
1981 Suzuki GSX1100	The 1981 Suzuki GSX1100 was a very powerful (a true 120bhp at the rear wheel) and very torquey but heavy air-cooled 16 valve DOHC motorcycle. This engine was typically enormously strong, many Suzuki engines get fully deserved 'bullet proof' reputations, as many drag racers found out - over 300BHP was perfectly possible and many ended up being turbo'd and tuned.
1982 Ducati 900ss	Classic and Vintage Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet Illustrator
1982 Hesketh V1000 black	The Hesketh V1000 was the first British motorcycle with four valves per cylinder and an overhead camshaft. The gentleman's tourer, it came with a nickel plated Reynolds 531 frame. 139 where produced.
28 classic and vintage motorcycles	So you cannot decide which classic motorcycle to buy well now you can have them all on one poster. As a gift, I can put your personalised message along the top of the poster. " Happy Birthday...
BORN TO RIDE Harley Davidson Chopper	Custom, Vintage and Classic Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet - Illustrator. I aim to produce the most beautiful motorcycle art in the world.
BORN TO RIDE vertical	Custom and Vintage Motorcycle Art brought to you by Gaston Vanzet Illustrator
BSA Catalina 500	This BSA 500 was inspired by the coolest motorcycle race of all. The Catalina Grand Prix. Ten laps of ten miles on the island of Santa Catalina along the beach at Avalon. The Catalina Grand Prix only ran from 1951 to 1958. Rumours say the Catalina Grand Prix will again in 2010, possible as an expo for electric motorcycles.
BSA Rocket 3	The BSA Rocket Three/Triumph Trident was the first true modern superbike and the last major motorcycle developed by the original Triumph company. It was to be sold under both the Triumph and BSA marques. The Rocket3/Trident was the first-step development of Triumph motorcycles' plan to move on from the basic vertical twin. The engine was to give the 750 cc power required by the US market while avoiding the vibration associated with an increase in capacity of the existing parallel-twin design. During its production run BSA fell into financial troubles, and over the course of the official seven year model run approximately 27,480 Rocket3/Tridents were produced. By comparison, around a quarter of a million Gold Wing motorcycles were manufactured during its first seven years. - Wiki.
CAFE RACER - VINCATI	Bob the owner refers to his machine as the "Polly Waffle". He has a beautiful Ducati SS in the workshop nearly ready to ride and illustrate.
classic motorcycle art	Is there a machine that you think I should illustrate, let me know.
Classics on Cowes	The Classic on Cowes vintage and classic motorcycle event and display on behalf of the Flying Doctor Services is on again. Bigger and better and it is getting a reputation for the quality of the motorcycles and the fun to be had. the posters are becoming collectors items as there will only be a limited edition so get one while you can...then there is always next year if you miss out.
Honda CBX1000	1978 Honda CBX1000 Super Sport six cylinder.
Indian 101 Scout	The 101 Scout was noted for its handling and was popular with racers, hillclimbers, and trick riders. It is still used in wall of death stunt exhibitions. Enthusiasts have differing views on the replacement of the 101 Scout. Fans of Indian's technical achievements acclaim the 101 Scout as the pinnacle of Indian technology, while fans of classic Indian styling hail its replacement for bringing classic Chief styling to the Scout line. Wiki.
Indian Chief	The first 1922 model Chief had a 1000 cc (61ci) engine based on that of the Powerplus; a year later the engine was enlarged to 1,200 cc (73 ci). Numerous improvements were made over the years, including adoption of a front brake in 1928. In 1940, all models were fitted with the large skirted fenders that became an Indian trademark, and the Chief gained a new sprung frame that was superior to rival Harley's unsprung rear end. The 1940s Chiefs were handsome and comfortable machines, capable of 85 mph (136 km/h) in standard form and over 100 mph (160 km/h) when tuned, although their increased weight hampered acceleration. In 1950, the V-twin engine was enlarged to 1,300 cc (79 cu in) and telescopic forks were adopted. But Indian's financial problems meant that few bikes were built. Production of the Chief ended in 1953. Wiki.
Jap 880 V twin 1000	Jap 880 motor 1000cc, Norton feather bed wide line frame. 130mph plus, 7000 rpm, horse power - incredible, torque - heaps. The best sounding motorcycle in the world kills chickens, sets the dogs barking and makes the little children cry. Awesome power and torque enough to shake the earth off its axis. Beautiful.
Laverda Mirage 1200	The roots of the Laverda Motorcycle company go back to 1873, when Pietro Laverda (1845-1930) decided to start an agricultural engines enterprise in the small rural village of Breganze. Assisted by Luciano Zen, they started in 1947 to design a small motorcycle. Some engine parts were cast in Francesco's kitchen, confirming that at least initially, the project was not regarded as a serious business proposition. What most likely started as an evening pastime garage project of two technical enthusiasts was to become one of the most successful motorcycles in history. A simple four stroke 75 cc bike with girder forks and a fully enclosed drive chain. By the late 1960s, Laverda was facing increasingly sophisticated and powerful competition from the Japanese. While launching their new 750 cc model range in 1968, the company turned its attention to a revolutionary project: new three-cylinder powerplant, which was first shown as a prototype at the Milan and Geneva shows in 1969. The 1,000cc prototype was essentially a 750 twin with an additional cylinder.[ The bike that went into production in 1972 was recognisable as a motorcycle of the modern era, but it was still configured in a conservative layout, sharing some of the features of the earlier SF/SFC models, such as the high-quality alloy castings and distinctive styling. The 981 cc triple provided more power than the outgoing twins, with not much more weight. Its heavy clutch and tall seat height helped develop its reputation as a "Hard Man's bike".
MFP Kawasaki KZ1000 the Goose	The bike that stared in the movie Mad Max.
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Norton Commmando 850	I hope the new Norton Commando 961 is successful, it is one of the most beautiful motorcycles around now. I prefer a push-rod motor. If I could afford one I would buy it.
Norton Manx Atlas Cafe Racer	This Norton Manx sounds fantastic.
Triton - Cafe Racer	The Triton was a modified Cafe racer motorcycle of the 1960s-1970s. The name derives from a contraction of Triumph and Norton; the two brands of motorcycle combined. The intention was to combine the best elements of each to give a superior bike to either. The usual practice was to take the Triumph parallel twin engine and use it to replace the engine on a Norton Featherbed framed motorcycle that was regarded as the best handling motorcycle of the day. The Triumph Bonnevilles engine that already had twin carburettors was a popular engine choice. This engine, as well as other Triumph twin-cylinder engines, gave good performance and reliability and could be easily tuned for greater power by the addition of high-profile camshafts, high compression pistons and twin carburettors or fuel injectors amongst the more common power contributing modifications. The Norton 650 and 750 vertical twin engines had a reliability problem. At about 7000 rpm the piston exceeds the engineering limit for piston speed, so over-revvers soon destroyed their engines. The BSA 650 had a bronze bush main bearing on the right hand side, doubling as the crank oil feed, with a lack of effective crankshaft end play control, that all had difficulty staying together when thrashed, even though the rest of the design was possibly better than the Triumph. The Triumph vertical twin used a ball on the timing side, and a roller on the other, with the oil feeding through a separate bronze bush in the outer right hand engine side cover. The Triumph was the pick of the bunch. This Triton has a 810cc Triumph motor.
Triumph Bonneville Jubillee	The 1977 T140J was launched as a limited edition of 1,000 in USA and an additional 1,000 in UK specification (plus 400 for Commonwealth export) of the T140V, produced to commemorate the 1977 Silver Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II. The idea originated with Lord Stokes who was Chairman of British Leyland and working as a consultant to the Meriden Co-operative. A silver finish with red and blue lining was used and was matched by a blue saddle with red beading. Primary drive and timing covers were chrome-plated and the wheel rim centres were painted and lined. US-version side panels had "One of a Thousand" written under Union Jack flag stickers, UK-version side panels had "Limited Edition", while the remaining 400 Commonwealth export bikes were badged "International Edition". Quickly established as a collectors item, each machine was supplied with a certificate of authenticity.
Triumph Trident	The BSA Rocket Three/Triumph Trident were the first true modern superbike and the last major motorcycle developed by the original (Triumph Engineering Co Ltd) Triumph company. It was badge-engineered to be sold under both the Triumph and BSA marques.