of Wandsworth
Glencairn were motorcycles produced in 1902-1903.
There is little information on this make and few are thought to have been built. They were assembled from bought-in parts and probably based on a standard heavy-duty gents' bicycle. The engine would have been extremely basic and either imported or bought from a firm in the Midlands. It was reputedly built for export, but there is no indication as to whether this was for the European market or elsewhere.
Source: Graces Guide
22. The Glencairn Motor and Cycle Co., Wandsworth, have a specially designed motor-bicycle on view that is designed for the South African market. It has a 1¾ horse-power motor, and this is fitted with the F.N. spray carburetter. Other features are the Glencairn belt, valve lifter, special front wheel rim brake, New Departure back-pedalling hub brake, B.S.A. cycle fittings, and Clincher tyres. This machine sells at £35, and looks remarkably good value.
1902 Stanley Show in Motor Cycling, November 26th, 1902. Page 275
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