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Feb 7, 2023 · An expansive new John Britten motorcycle exhibition just opened at Classic Motorcycle Mecca in Invercargill, New Zealand, celebrating the national moto hero.
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John A.E. Britton Scholarship. The funds for this scholarship are provided by the income from a bequest made by the late John Britton, from Otaki. John was passionate about helping people and wished to make a contribution towards supporting research into mental health in New Zealand with a long term aim to provide research that is of direct ...
- 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...
The purpose of the scholarship is to provide funds for individuals to undertake research at a New Zealand or Australian university in the area of mental health. Preference may be given to research into alcohol and drug addiction.
A Christchurch inventor and engineer, John Britten’s Cardinal V1000 motorcycle was considered the most influential racing motorcycle of the 1990s, breaking world speed records and astounding the motorcycle world both here and abroad.
Feb 18, 2023 · John Britten was a New Zealand motorcycle designer and racer, who is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and talented engineers in the history of motorcycle racing.
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In 1995, at just 45 years old, John Britten died of cancer. But two weeks before he died, his machines achieved one of their most memorable moments of a brief but glorious racing history — two Britten motorcycles finished first and second in a magnificent BEARS race in the WSBK weekend at Brands Hatch (UK).
