1924 Beardmore-Precision

By Corey Levenson
Published on August 8, 2013
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Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
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Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
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Picture yourself on this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports.
Picture yourself on this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports.
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Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
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The front and rear lamps are acetylene and burn for five hours with a charge of carbide crystals and water.
The front and rear lamps are acetylene and burn for five hours with a charge of carbide crystals and water.
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Vincenzo’s Type F Sports features the shifting handle featured in the 1925 catalog.
Vincenzo’s Type F Sports features the shifting handle featured in the 1925 catalog.
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The front brake is a contracting band design, while the rear is a drum.
The front brake is a contracting band design, while the rear is a drum.
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The front and rear lamps are acetylene and burn for five hours with a charge of carbide crystals and water.
The front and rear lamps are acetylene and burn for five hours with a charge of carbide crystals and water.
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The front brake is a contracting band design, while the rear is a drum.
The front brake is a contracting band design, while the rear is a drum.
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The Beardmore always draws a crowd at shows, as people love to watch its external valves and flywheel when it's running.
The Beardmore always draws a crowd at shows, as people love to watch its external valves and flywheel when it's running.
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Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.
Our feature bike, this 1924 Beardmore-precision Type F Sports is one of only four complete and running Type F models in existence.

1924 Beardmore-Precision Type F
Engine: 246cc air-cooled sidevalve single, 59mm x 90mm bore and stroke
Claimed power: 2.25hp
Top speed: 50mph (claimed)
Weight: 198lb (90kg)
Fuel capacity/MPG: 1.75gal (6.6ltr)/125mpg(est)
Price then/now: $220/$12,500

To enjoy an older, well-traveled motorcycle, mechanical
sympathy is required; abundant facial hair is optional.

Mention the name Beardmore-Precision to even the most
well-informed classic motorcycle aficionado and you’ll likely be met with a
blank stare. The name sounds like it must be British, but beyond that it sounds

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