Chase Brothers Motorcycle Explained

Chase Brothers Motorcycle was a British motorcycle maker.

Origins

Arthur Chase was a professional bicycle racer, his brother Frederick Walter Chase^[1] a former works rider for BAT in 1902.^[2]

In 1903, the brothers co-founded a motorcycle company, relying on their racing reputation and F.W.'s well-known tuning skills.^[3] It was powered by a 2.75hp Soncin engine.^[4]

The company folded in 1906.

No examples are known to survive.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Frederick Walter Chase. familysearch.com.
2. Web site: 1902 Cycle Show (Stanley). Grace's Guide to British Industrial History.
3. The Motorcycle: 94. Jan 1914
4. Photo in National Archives of Wales entitled 'Chase Brothers (1903) motor bike that came into the possession of J R Lloyd, Llandderfel'.