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1903 National Show at the Crystal Palace, Page 853

Quadrant Cycle Co.

Without a doubt the most novel two-seated motorcycle in the show is to be seen on Stands 13 and 14 — the Quadrant Cycle Co. A brief description of this machine appeared in our pages very recently.The principal mechanical features are the employment of two 2½ h.p. motors. These are placed just in the rear of the lower head socket, side by side, and are connected together by means of a free clutch. The disposition of the engines, together with the position of the clutch and the drive, will be seen on reference to the sketch given herewith. For starting one engine is put out of operation, and the machine is started by the other engine only. When necessary, the second engine is thrown into operation by means of a clutch through the agency of a pedal operated by the right foot...

Continued: Quadrant 1903-1904 Models

J. J. Plater and Sons.

A variety of trailer and forecarriage bodies in wickerwork are exhibited on this stand by Messrs. J. J. Plater and Sons, of Birmingham. In addition to these, various descriptions of baskets suitable for tradesmen's work are also to be seen. (Stand 75.)

The Motor Cycle November 25th, 1903. p853

Crystal Palace Show 1903 Index