1918 Pope L-18 Pictures

The 1918 Pope L-18 offered many advanced features, most notable an innovative rear suspension at a time when most motorcycles had no rear suspension at all.

1918 pope l-18 motorcycle side view
Pope Manufacturing Company turned to war
production in 1918, and its motorcycle business
ended with the 1918 Pope L-18.

1918 pope l-18 motorcycle ignition
The L-18's headlamp burned acetylene, which
was stored in the polished tank mounted
behind the handlebars.

1918 pope l-18 motorcycle license plate
The cylinder on the rear fender was a tool carrier.

1918 pope l-18 motorcycle suspension
Pope's unique rear suspension was a huge
selling point for the L-18.


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