The history of this outstanding Werner is known until the Second World War. It comes with a pioneer certificate and a lot of records. It was featured in the magazine “The Classic Motorcycle” issue Dec.1986.
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It has been restored to highest standard with care only with original parts and comes with some pics in unrestored condition. This Werner we offered here is equipped with a bulb horn and a Lucas acetyphote lamp. It is a rare opportunity for each collector of pioneer motorcycles.
The 1901 Werner is generally acknowledged as the first powered two-wheeler to carry its engine in the frame where the bicycle’s bottom bracket and pedalling gear had been located, and thus is credited as the progenitor of the modern motorcycle.
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In actual fact, Gottlieb Daimler’s Einspur prototype of 1884 had mounted its engine in the same position, as had various other manufacturers prior to Werner.Werner catalogued the model “Paris-Vienna” for 1.100fr./via/read more: classic-motorcycle.com
