Like every leading racer of the early motorcycle industry, Wells Bennett created a legacy for himself that lives on in the industry today. Today, the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame refers to Bennett as a “pioneer of motorcycle racing,” and for good reason. The Early Life of Wells Bennett William Wells Bennett was born in […]
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Some of the toughest individuals in the world reside between the pages of motorcycle history. Albert “Shrimp” Burns, a rider for both the Harley-Davidson and Indian motorcycle companies, exemplifies a tough, passionate rider. How Did He Get Started? Born in 18998 in Oakland, California, Albert Burns got an early start in the world of motorcycles.
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Teddy Carroll is well-known for riding on the Indian Motorcycle team in the 1919 Cornfield Classic in Marion, IN. However, this race was only one of many that Carroll was born to ride. Behind the Factory Edward “Teddy” Carroll was born in 1894 near the Hendee Manufacturing Co. factory, eventually to become the Indian Motorcycle
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If you love motorcycles, it is important to know who and what brought them to what they are today. Jim Davis played an important role in motorcycle history. Learn more about his story. Jim Davis: Born for the Road Jim Davis of Columbus, Ohio, was born in 1896, likely with a thrill for adventure already
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Many individuals possess mixed feelings about the actions of Edward Joel Pennington, but there is no denying the impact that he had on Indiana’s motorcycle history. Learn more about his story. E.J. Pennington: An Indiana Inventor Edward Joel (E.J.) Pennington was born in Moore’s Hill, Indiana, in 1858. Known for being an inventor and a
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Erwin George “Cannonball” Baker was born on March 12, 1882, and played a significant role in the world of motorcycle racing. Who exactly was Erwin Baker, and what is he remembered for? Erwin Baker: The Early Years Baker’s original career of choice was an entertainer. However, after winning a 1904 motorcycle race on a dirt
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