£3,800
Grosskreutz-J.A.P Speedway motorcycle. 1935.
Believed ridden by Max Grosskreutz.
Frame - Grosskreutz/Pinto (England), this is believed to be the original Pinto
Engine - J.A.P 500cc long five, 40 bhp and 5800 rpm. Engine No. JOS/R 56460/SP
Clutch - Rudge, multiplate
Carburettor - Amal, twin float
Fuel - Methanol
A great deal of confusion still exists over the "Pinto" name. Around 1935/36 Max Grosskreutz, in well
documented interviews with the press, frequently referred to his bike as "Pinto". whether he called his new machine a pet name or a trade name is unclear.
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