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A song by Richard Thompson about a thief and his motorcycle, inspired by a rare British bike. Learn about the song's lyrics, history, covers and cultural impact.
The Vincent Black Lightning was a modified version of the Black Shadow, the fastest production motorcycle in the world from 1948 to 1952. It was ridden by Rollie Free to set the US speed record in 1948, and sold for a record price in 2018.
Oct 9, 2010 · Description. Richard Thompson - 1952 Vincent Black Lightning. 18K Likes. 2,549,908 Views. 2010 Oct 9. Transcript. Follow along using the transcript. Show transcript.
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May 1, 1991 · A song about a girl who falls in love with a motorbike-riding outlaw who dies in a shootout. The lyrics describe the Vincent Black Lightning, a rare and coveted British motorcycle, and the tragic fate of the couple.
Sep 27, 2018 · A song about a doomed romance between a motorcycle enthusiast and a red-haired girl. Learn the lyrics, the history of the Vincent Black Lightning bike, and the story behind the song by Richard Thompson.
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Jul 19, 2018 · Learn about the history and performance of the Vincent Black Lightning, the fastest and most desirable motorcycle in the world when it was released in 1948. See photos, specs, and auction details of the rarest and most original example of this legendary bike.
Listen to the song 1952 Vincent Black Lightning by Richard Thompson, a British folk rock singer-songwriter. The song is about a motorcycle enthusiast who buys a rare and expensive bike in 1952.
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