Motorcycle was producing over 500 bikes. Other British firms were Royal Enfield, Norton and Birmingham Small Arms Company who began motorbike production in 1899, 1902 and 1910, respectively. Indian began production in 1901 and Harley-Davidson was established two years later. By the outbreak of World War I, the largest motorcycle manufacturer in the world was Indian, producing over 20,000 bikes per year. During the First World War, motorbike production was greatly ramped up for the war effort to supply effective communications with front line troops. Messengers on horses were replaced with despatch riders on motorcycles carrying messages, performing reconnaissance and acting
Tempo (motorcycle manufacturer) version of the fan cooled 49 cc engine producing 4,3 hp. Sold as the Comet, this small motorcycle had a longer seat allowing two persons to ride. Similar versions of the Panter was sold asTrigger and Sprint, sporting a 5,2 hp full effect version of the wind cooled engine and somewhat different styling. Some other examples: 1931-1934 98cc Sachs Tank shifter and pedals. First motorcycle produced by Øglænd. 1951-59 98, 125, 150 or 175cc Sachs From 1953 with 2 seats. 1937-49 98, 125 or 150cc Villers engines. Engine models used were 9D, 9DF, 10D, 10DF, 12D, and 30C . 1959-66