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Gwen Banquer

Surely you means a Brough Superior, I hear you ask.
But no the Banquer Superior is a new motorcycle with all the style and panache of a Brough Superior albeit with a modern engine, brakes and electronics.

The builder is Florida based Gwen Banquer, motorcycle restorer and self-taught engineer.

Is it or Isn't it ?

Starting with a picture of a Brough superior SS100, Gwen started the project off with a frame made by the Milwaukee Iron Company and a brand new Harley Davidson 1340 evolution engine.

100 ci Revtech Engine

With the engine sitting in the frame, along with a revtech 5-speed gearbox Gwen started looking for a set of Springer forks in the style of the Brough “ Castle “ type forks.
He settled on forks made by the American company Paughco.
After speaking to Gwen they agreed to sell him a set of unchromed Springer’s that he could modify to get the “ Castle “ look.
The wheels and tyres sizes were kept almost the same sizes as fitted to the Brough Superiors and were fitted with Avon speedmasters.

Avon Speedmasters

Gwen has now built two Banquer Superiors.

Double Vision............

An 80ci Harley Davidson Evolution motor powers the 1st Banquer Superior. The 2nd bike is powered by a 100 ci, 100hp Revtech motor. Both drive through Revtech 5 speed gearboxes.

Gwen says, “ The power to weight ratio is very favourable at 490lbs wet and produces snappy, bordering on outrageous performance. I must tell you that this is the most fun motorcycle that I have ever ridden. The feel is very long, low and lean and with the 69 in. wheelbase and 27-degree rake, the handling is extremely stable yet very nimble and quick steering at low speeds.

On The Road

This motorcycle feels like one of those special machines from the distant past which riders reminisce about and collectors’ lust after. A great part of the experience, in my opinion, is walking up to the bike, throwing a leg over and sitting on this slightly stiff Lycette saddle and gazing at the abundance of chrome and glistening black hardware, which you feel you've become a part of.

Riders Eye View

I currently have the frame, forks and several assorted bits in my shop awaiting the creation of Banquer Superior #3. I only await an order from my next customer. I built #1 in only one month from initial design thru final completion and the first drive. I now offer an 8 to 12 week delivery time for each of my Banquer Superiors.”

Aluminium Covered Steel Exhausts

All in all, something a little different to all the other Harley customs out there.

Split Rear Mudguard and Carrier

If you fancy buying a Banquer superior It will cost you approx $36,000 depending on the customers individual requirements,
remembering that every Banquer Superior is a handbuilt custom motorcycle.

Gwen Banquer
2431 Se Morningside Blvd
Port St Lucie, Fl 34952
(772)335-1917

Cyclegod999@aol.com

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