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I began painting in the late 1990s and since then have mostly focused on figurative work. In 2016, I moved to Florence for a year and took a series of classes and workshops at the Florence Academy of Art. Since 2017, I have taken various classes and workshops at the Grand Central Atelier in New York. Over the years I've been inspired by a range ...
- John Britten’s Design Journey Took Many Forms
- John Britten’s Heroes
- The World-Famous Britten V1000
- An Early Interest in Bikes
- An Enduring Legacy
He’s world-renowned for his ground-breaking motorcycles, but John Britten’s flair for design came in all shapes and sizes. 1. In his teens, Britten crafted a range of products including lightweight ski boots and a sculptured reclining chair 2. After leaving school, Britten took night classes and gained a New Zealand Certificate in Engineering with ...
It’s no surprise maverick designer and engineer John Britten made his mark in the world of motorsport. His heroes were pretty inspirational. 1. Among his childhood heroes, Britten counted pioneer aviator Richard Pearse, father of the jet boat Bill Hamilton, champion race-driver Bruce McLaren, and 'the world's fastest Indian', Invercargill's very ow...
Only 10 John Britten V1000 bikes were ever produced – and yes, one of them is on display at Classic Motorcycle Mecca. 1. Only two Britten V1000 bikes can be found on permanent public display here in New Zealand. We've got one, while the other is housed at Te Papa in Wellington 2. Britten's V1000 bike was also included in a display at New York's fam...
John Kenton Britten was born in Christchurch on 1 August 1950, to parents Bruce and Margaret. He had two sisters – the elder Dorenda, herself an industrial designer and educator, and his twin sister Marguerite. 1. Fun fact about John Britten: he was born just before midnight; his twin, shortly afterwards – meaning the pair celebrated their birthday...
Tragically, John Britten passed away at a time when his unbridled creativity and visionary thinking was just beginning to make its mark on the world stage. 1. John Britten died at the age of just 45, in September 1995, shortly after being diagnosed with melanomic cancer 2. He was survived by wife Kirsteen, a fashion model who had worked with greats...
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Feb 7, 2023 · On February 6, 2023, it formally announced the expansion of its John Britten exhibit—which it now says is the largest single exhibition of the legendary Kiwi engineer’s bikes in the world. I ...
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John Britten was awarded an FIM Bronze Medal (posthumously) for services to Motorcycling in 1995. John Britten was a visionary with a strongly independent spirit, he designed and built (with the help of many friends) motorcycles the likes of which the international racing scene had never seen.His Britten motorcycles won races and set numerous ...
Jan 10, 2019 · In 1993 the Britten V1000 would set the fastest top speed at the Isle of Man TT, it took the New Zealand Grand Prix Title, it set the world record for the flying mile (1000cc and under) at 188.092 mph, the world record for the standing start 1/4 mile (1000cc and under) at 134.617 mph, the world record for the standing start mile (1000cc and ...
John Britten designed the world-renowned Britten motorcycle, a ground-breaking invention that won races and set numerous speed records on international circuits. John Britten’s exploits and achievements epitomise the entrepreneurial spirit and creative genius of a true visionary. With the drive and determination to succeed against all odds, a ...
