Friday, May 29, 2009

The Deemster.


A cross between a motorcycle and scooter, the DMW Deemster was launched in 1962. It was powered by a Villiers 249c.c. twin cylinder two stroke engine with electric or kick start. It was built around a number of steel pressings and was unlike any other motorcycle yet produced.

It had built-in legshields and a large comfortable seat, a large locker, windscreen and twin 5 inch headlamps. There were 12 inch disc wheels, with a brake of DMW's own design using a Girling patent. The frame was robust, with a large diameter spine, joined to a square section down tube and a framework of angle and tube supports for the footboards and sides. It was fitted with an 'Earles' type front fork with a Girling damper on one side.

Via: DMW Famous Machines

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