History of the motorcycle manufacturer, with their motorcycles being sold by dealers in 67 countries. By the late 1920s or early 1930s, DKW in Germany took over as the largest manufacturer. BMW motorcycles came on the scene in 1923 with a shaft drive and an opposed-twin or "boxer" engine enclosed with the transmission in a single aluminum housing. By 1931, Indian and Harley-Davidson were the only two American manufacturers producing commercial motorcycles. This two-company rivalry in the United States remained until 1953, when the Indian Motorcycle factory in Springfield, Massachusetts closed and Royal Enfield took over the Indian name. There were over 80 different
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