For Sale: EMC 250 ROTAX vintage racebike
Update 12.7.2011: Back on eBay and with updated info: This bike definitely has a Harris frame. Links updated. -dc
Up for grabs today is a legendary racing brand: EMC. EMC is the better known name of the Ehrlich Motor Company, a British-based racing concern headed by Joe Ehrlich who immigrated from Austria in the 1930s. Ehrlich was a two stroke tuner, and mass produced road bikes under the EMC banner until the early 1950s. From that point onward Ehrlich concentrated mainly on racing, and developed numerous competitive vehicles – both cars and motorcycles. Even after he was no longer associated with the official EMC venture, Ehrlich continued to develop one-off racers and this 1985 250 Rotax powered bike is one such example.
With an aluminum box perimeter frame and Rotax power, this bike is kitted in fine fashion for its era. EMC motorcycles were always known for handling, and the list of victories is a long one – from Mike Hailwood’s win at the Saar Grand Prix in 1962 through numerous wins at the Isle of Man TT races during the 1980s (including eclipsing the 110 mph average – never done before on a 250) and many car and motorcycle victories in between.
From the seller:
EMC 250, Rotax tandem twin 2 stroke, aluminum delta box type frame and swing arm, aluminum gas tank, astralite wheels, Forcella Italia forks,frame made by Harris or Spondon or? still trying to get info. possibly raced Isle of Man, poss Donnie Mcleod, raced in AHRMA late 80’s, 90’s. bike was white and green , painted all black by world famous painter few years ago, comes with spare complete engine, exhaust, carbs, radiator, pistons, etc. really nice piece in excellent condition. If anyone can shed light on history, please let me know, winning bidder responsible for shipping etc.
Joe Ehrlich was well into his 70s when this bike was created, and continued to develop successful racers well into his 80s. This bike is a monument to his accomplishments, and the storied EMC brand in general. Vintage racebikes will always be an interesting lot. When it comes to one from Joe Ehrlich, though, things become even more interesting. As these were one-off racers, specifications and details might be a bit hard to come by. Unfortunately the seller does not have all the details at his disposal. Could our sharp RSBFS readers help out here?
If you are looking for a collectable or just something unique to clean up at your next track event, this might be one to consider. This auction has just started, and the opening ask is only $6k. The reserve setting is unknown at this time, so this will be a good one to watch. For more details, click the link and jump over to the auction. Good Luck!
MI
Those are spondon adjustable offset triple clamps for sure. The frame I think is a spondon. The swing arm looks to be a Harris?
i owned that bike in 1993-1996. i raced at the 1995 tt and finished 28th with a fastest lap of 104 mph. when i sold the bike it was exported to the us. it will be no040 on the frame. if anyone would like more info e- mail me regards john hogg
that bike was originaly ridden by gary noel in british races and some gps. the frame is a harris but it does not have the original wheels. emc rebuilt the engine for me and it produced 78.8 bhp. it had a set of 85 barrels from andy watts emc and also the carbs from his bike. the carbs are scuffed from when he crashed at assen regards john hogg
John – thanks for the great information on this bike!
Hi, I presently own the 250 Emc on your website, I am trying to correspond with John Hogg, is there any way you could put him in touch with me or visversa? thanks, any help would be much appreciated, Neville Nesbitt.
heres my email address if anyone wants to contact me about the EMC, jnes7@optonline.net I am in New york, thanks, Neville Nesbitt.
if you want more info on the emc then pls e-mail me or you can ring me on 07795565451
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