New Hudson, NZ
New Hudson, RNM Grounds, Dunedin.
A Brief History of the Marque
Manufactured 1909-1957
Formed in about 1890 by George Patterson to build bicycles, the Birmingham factory built their first powered machine in 1903 using a clip-on Minerva engine. Their first motorcycles appeared in 1909 (or 1910), fitted with JAP engines. By the 1920's they were achieving competition success at the TT and also at Brooklands. Bert Le Vack took over racing development in 1927, and in that year became the first rider to lap Brooklands at over 100mph on a 500cc machine.
They manufactured their own SV and OHV single cylinder engines of 350 to 600cc, and also a Levis-powered two-stroke of 211cc which was apparently first offered in 1914, and then again in 1920 and 1921 being the first model offered after cessation of hostilities. It was an exceedingly difficult time for George as one of his two sons had been killed and the other lost a leg in the war. The family sold the factory to Mr. H.J.Bructon shortly after the end of the Great War.
In addition to the range of motorcycles, they built three-wheelers with MAG engines. The firm was taken over by the BSA concern early in the depression era, and by 1933 they had ceased production of motorcycles but continued to produce Girling brake and suspension components.
In 1940 they built the New Hudson Autocycle using Villiers engines; these were produced at 47 Armoury Rd, Birmingham into the 1950s, and was apparently later rebadged as a BSA.
Models:
Sources: A. Vassiliadis, et al
More on the history of New Hudson motorcycles...
30-Jun-2018
earl.b6 at gmail.com
New Hudson autocycle 1953
Morning my 1953 New Hudson Autocycle arrived this morning, very pleased with her. Just one question, What is the colour of the Green paint work?
Earl Briggs
United Kingdom
Mon, 05 Mar 2018
lennart at creantum.se
Wim Nr M 13464 New Hudson 1928
1 am looking for a service manual for New Hudson 1928 don't no if it Model 81, 82, 83, 84, - 346 cc or 496 cc . And occurs instruction book or manual Best regards
Lennart Otterhem
Stockholm Sweden
Sun, 22 Oct 2017
conbellcc at gmail.com
New Hudson autocycle villers engine WFF613
I am looking for original tyres and tank cap
Robin Byroo
Ladysmith,Kwazulu,Natal South Africa
Thu Dec 22 2011
gbbull<at>bigponddot com
Spare Parts
New Hudson 1929 Model 86
I am restoring a 1929 Model 86 and am looking for a cast alloy chain guard & the emblem/badge that fits onto the magneto chain cover. Does anybody know where these parts may be obtained? Thanks Graham Bull.
October 23 2014
Hi, recently acquired a kit of parts that could build into 2 New Hudsons, 500ohv model 86 of 1928/9 and 1930.
The first is total loss lubrication, the second dry sump with oil tank and recirc oil pump.
I am missing various parts of both, and the models are different, so I can't make one bike out of 2!!!
I have some New Hudson parts to trade: Moss 4 speed gearbox for NH 1930 model 88 Superbe and Century. Also Moss 4 speed gearbox for 1931-32 500/550 (this one has long kick start housing that allows kickstart to be used as prop stand).
Looking for 1930 recirc oil pump (as photo), 1930 fuel tank, steel chaincases, Webb forks, centre stand, 1929 rear stand, wheels, Binks carb, rear engine/gearbox plates. Also looking for contact with other owners generally, as these models
seem to be thin on the ground.
New-Hudson-1930-Model-86-500cc-advert
Tue Oct 04 2011
mlastephens<at>shaw.ca
We want to find out what our 1952 New Hudson Autocycle is worth. It is original but in need of some repairs.
Thanks.
British Columbia Canada
Sun May 15 2011
chrisdunkley<at>compuservedot com
parts needed
new hudson 1954/6 autocycle
We need a rear wheel bearing cup, these are the small ones that you adjust up (would be happy with a complete spindle and one of the pair of headstock bearing cups and a petrol cap please anyone able to help. Many thanks
Aylesbury
Thu May 19 2011
b.sussex<at>yahoodot com
new hudson
new hudson 98cc auto cycle 1953
need parts any suggestions please full restoration so all caskets and bearings also looking for side panels help?
southampton england
Sun Mar 20 2011
jenlorente<at>gmaildot com
Autocycle
new hudson autocycle
Is there a place I can get some parts for this bike? is there a place to look to find more info as my dad gave this bike to me and I dont know much about it.
Alberta, Canada
Mon May 31 2010
cosmikdebriis<at>yahoo.co.uk
Forum for New Hudsons
New Hudson All Models
New forum for New Hudson owners.
groups.yahoo.com/group/newhudson/
Please join... It's free !
UK
Tue Mar 23 2010
tonygauvin-<at>hotmaildot com
no fire at the plug
New Hudson Advert 98cc 1950
My Bike has a new coil&condenser points are good shape timming is good
Dieppe New Brunswick Canada
Mon Dec 28 2009
gbbull at bigponddot com
Engine type
New Hudson 1914 v-twin
Could someone please advise if the engines used in these models were JAP on NH's own motor? Thanks
Australia
Sun Nov 29 2009
brucepamina at yahoo.com.au
NEW HUDSON
New Hudson 1926 flat tanker
information and parts and photos
Australia/worldwide
Sun Aug 09 2009
ward.m15 at skydot com
manual
new hudson 80
I am looking for a service manual for a 1929 model 80 New Hudson motorcycle. Can anyone help?
london
Fri Jul 24 2009
gman-patenaude at hotmaildot com
new hudson autocycle tires
looking for a source for 2.25 X 21 inch tires -PLEASE
canada
Sat Apr 11 2009
paul at fineformes.co.nz
new hudson 1942
98cc autocycle 1942 autocycle
looking for parts seat, chain gaurd new bearings for wheels
new zealand
Sat Mar 21 2009
newhudson at email.cz
New Hudson Web
1909-1933 all
I have found a web site about New Hudson motorbikes, see newhudson.wz.cz (404)
Prague
English
Mon Jan 12 2009
georgiameg2 at yahoo.com.au
new hudson project
new hudson ?
i have aquired a motor , gear box , frame & box of bits eng no is nf560 . the only number i can read on the frame is at the rear of the diamond , m16954 can you please assist with any information or whereabouts of parts kind
regards roley
queensland aust.
Wed Dec 10 2008
gtleslie at rogersdot com
villiers engine parts
new hudson 1951 autocycle
can you advise a source as I am going to do a complete rebuild.can send photos of cycle which was sold in the T Eaton department store catalogue
toronto, canada
See under Villiers for more information
Mon Nov 17 2008
johnsonrus at gmaildot com
Autocycle
New hudson Unknown
Need year of manufacture. FRAME: MC 7381 I think it's a C and not an O
CRANK COVER: S 586/2127
CYLINDER BARELL: B4965
Australia
I have since stripped the bike and am in the process of rebuilding from the
ground up. Attached are some photos before I started.
I will try your suggested sites but hope you can also help.
Tue Oct 21 2008
kennyneville at msndot com
new hudson
new hudson auto cycle 98cc
i have this bike in my garden and would love to do it up but do not have the time or the money .so i would like it to go to a good home sa this bike means a lot to me .please make me an ofter thanhk kenny
swindon
Fri Aug 29 2008
ann-pete-piglet at btinternetdot com
parts
new hudson auto-cycle
restoreing a new-hudson,auto-cycle, what we are needing is pedals & saddle. also a pedal spindel, as ours is bent.
brighton
Sat Aug 23 2008
swords at bigponddot com
cams & followers
New Hudson 1914 vee twin
I have a 1914 vee twin which is missing the cams & followers Need help .
Sydney
Mon Mar 10 2008
eugene at dodo.com.au
villiers crankshaft
new hudson 1950s
no on crank d8385/1 no on conrod is d8388 have new hudson 98cc auto cycle will this fit thanks paul
queensland
Sat Feb 02 2008
2wielergert at gmaildot com
Engine New Hudson
Hello,
I'm the owner of an engine of about 500 cc from about 1927/1929.I think it is a competition or race engine.It looks like the engine mounted to the machine pictured with rider Grounds on it. To be sure of this all,i would like to have some
pictures of New Hudson racing engines of the period. Could you send me some photographs?
Netherlands
Thu Nov 08 2007
ronald.bailey6 at btinternetdot com
new hudson exhaust
1954 new hudson autocycle villiers 2f engine
Hi
I am looking for a supplier of a front pipe and round silencer for the above machine,could you help in this matter.
regards
Ron Bailey
watford
..........
Thanks for prompt reply,enclosed picture as requested,the bike is now stripped down and is undergoing renovation.
Sept 11th 2007
subject: New Hudson Autocycle
Email: narrative at cliftoncentredot com
message: Hi
I'm trying find out the value of a New Hudson autocyle - last registered in 1942. Motor turns over. I can send a picture if it's of assistance. If you know of others / clubs I should contact I'd welcome your assistance - it's not a classic
car and not a classic motorbike so finding some good advice is proving difficult.
best wishes
mark
Sat Sep 02 2006
jah.fairclough at btopenworlddot com
can you identify the following bikes
New Hudson
Villier's engine
No. plate SPU 602
Frame no. ZE 49
Engine no. 801 16840
New Hudson
Villier's engine
No. plate TTW 120
Frame no. ZE 33
Engine no. 171 A21177
New Hudson
Villier's engine
No. plate 211 RTW
Engine no. 906B 3082
manchester
Wed May 10 2006
aysauto at sbcglobal.net
New Hudson Motorcycles
1932 500cc
I have recently acquired a 1932 New Hudson and wondered where ANY parts may be found, new, used or other. It is mostly complete, running, but needs cosmetic restoration.
Any help is appreciated.
Kindest Regards,
Jason Delacroix
USA
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