Chase Brothers Motorcycle was a British motorcycle maker.

Origins

Arthur Chase was a professional bicycle racer, his brother F. W. Chase a former works rider for

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in 1902. In 1903, the brothers co-founded a motorcycle company, relying on their racing reputation and F.W.'s well-known tuning skills. It was powered by a

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engine.Photo in National Archives of Wales entitled 'Chase Brothers (1903) motor bike that came into the possession of J R Lloyd, Llandderfel'. The company folded in 1906. No examples are known to survive.

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{{DEFAULTSORT:Chase Brothers Motorcycle Defunct motorcycle manufacturers of the United Kingdom Vehicle manufacturing companies established in 1903 1903 establishments in England British brands Defunct motor vehicle manufacturers of England Companies based in Hertfordshire Motorcycles of the United Kingdom 1906 disestablishments in England British companies disestablished in 1906 British companies established in 1903