Cutting-edge technology boosts vintage bikes

The technologies of ultrasonic cleaning, corrosion reversal, media and hydra blasting are the cornerstones of turning around this deterioration. Sometimes however it becomes obvious that the parts on the old ‘rattler’ have reached their expiry date. Sometimes only when restoration of the part has begun does it become obvious that the part is unsalvageable. The various casting and injection moulding techniques only become cost-effective in large production runs. Subtractive manufacturing such as CNC machining, lathing and milling are labour-intensive and require very expensive equipment. All of these problems can be solved with the latest 3D printers.

Motogallur a company owned by a motorcycle enthusiast made the decision to enter the fiercely competitive area of historic racing due to its association with Fritz Egli and the now departed Patrick Godet. They shared a dream to build a 500cc single cylinder, pushrod Vincent-spec engine in an Egli frame. Both being traditionalists,