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A Lightweight racer
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A Lightweight racer
The 1907 Hillman-Coatelen, driven by Kenelm Lee Guinness was stripped to the bare minimum.Bodywork and mudguards were dispensed with, and canvas was strung along the front wheels to keep the mud and dust from the drivers face
BikeSport TT Race Pics feature the FoTTofinder Bikesport Archives of Isle of Man TT Race photographs
Media ID 19773092
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In this photo print, we are transported back to the thrilling era of early 20th-century racing. The image captures the essence of speed and innovation with a close-up view of the remarkable 1907 Hillman-Coatelen lightweight racer, driven by the legendary Kenelm Lee Guinness. Stripped down to its bare minimum, this extraordinary machine embodies pure determination and a relentless pursuit for victory. Gone are the conventional bodywork and mudguards; instead, we witness a raw and unadulterated power that leaves no room for excess weight or unnecessary frills. To protect Guinness from the elements, canvas is ingeniously strung along the front wheels, shielding his face from flying debris as he pushes boundaries on treacherous tracks. This photograph encapsulates not only an iconic moment in motorsport history but also showcases human ingenuity at its finest. It serves as a testament to both Guinness's unwavering courage behind the wheel and the innovative engineering prowess that shaped this groundbreaking vehicle. As we gaze upon this awe-inspiring image captured by BikeSport TT Race Pics, our imaginations run wild with visions of roaring engines, adrenaline-fueled crowds cheering along winding roads. This snapshot transports us back in time to experience firsthand what it meant to be part of an era where men like Kenelm Lee Guinness fearlessly pushed themselves beyond limits in their quest for glory on two wheels.
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