1931
Los Angeles, Calif, Built in 1931
The New Crocker
SPECIFICATIONS
ENGINE – 61 cubic inch (986cc) air cooled OHV, V-twin – 45-degreeBore 3-1/4 inch, Stroke – 3-5/8
HORSEPOWER – 65HP
TOP SPEED – 120-125MPH
CARBURATION – Vintage Linkert M-5 1-1/4 venturie, 3 bolt
ELECTRICS – 6 Volt Autolite distributor / points
Optional Edison RM Magneto
TRANSMISSION – 3 Speed Handshift
SUSPENSION – Girder style with dual inner and outer front springs, rigid rear.
TIRES – 4.5 x 18 inch Firestone Front and Rear
WEIGHT (dry) 495 lbs
FINAL DRIVE – Chain
WHEELBASE – Big Tank 63 inches Small Tank 59 inches
FRAME – Keystone type frame with engine, gear box and skid plate as stress member
PRESS
ROBB REPORT
Rebuilding The American Dream !! A creative spirit; persistent drive; and unwavering loyalty. All define the story of one American motorcycle brand’s modern-day revival…..
EASYRIDERS
Many Consider the Crocker the Holy Grail of historic motorcycles, perhaps worthy of an Indiana Jones. Tales include Crocker hunters fleeing spear tossing natives in remote Pacific Islands….
FORBES LIFE
Built in downtown Los Angeles between 1936 and 1942, the Crocker Big Tank and Small Tank were roaring V-twin monsters in the tradition of the Vincent and the Indian. For years they were the fastest production bikes in the world. Crockers are rare,
Patek Philippe
Al Crocker’s eponymous machines are regarded by experts as the world’s first superbikes, and surviving examples have recently become some of the most valuable motorcycles enthusiast can buy. Simon de Burton sheds light on why….
