1986 EMC GP 125

Dr Joe Ehrlich arrived in Great Britain from his native Austria during 1937. A committed advocate of the two stroke engine EMC Limited produced their first, split single motorcycle in 1947. Unfortunately, despite its many advantages the machine did not appeal to British buyers with production ending in 1952. Moving first to Austin and then De Havilland where he headed the company's small engine division "Dr Joe" was responsible for the development of series of lightweight engines with diverse applications. In 1960 a liquid cooled, disc valve single emerged which in Rex Avery's hands met with considerable success. With the closure of the De Havilland small engine department Dr Ehrlich established his own design and development consultancy. During the early eighties he returned to motorcycle racing, initially with Waddon and then with EMC-Rotax powered machines. Success with a 250 twin came in 1984 and was followed by the development of a 125cc single cylinder Rotax powered machine of which this is an example. 

Ridden during the 1987 season in GP's by Alan Scott it is one of two examples built. The six speed single cylinder engine was in perfect running order when used at Chimay during July (2007?). Described as being in good condition throughout it is a rare piece of British motorcycle racing history.
 

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