The 1938 Brough Superior SS 110 set a high standard.

1938 Brough Superior SS 100 Pictures

Brough motorcycles were mostly built from proprietary components -- all of which were expensive and top of the line.

Brough's legacy lies with its big V-twins.

The SS 100 featured leading-link front suspension.

Even the gas caps exuded quality.

The speedometer advanced in chronograph-like "clicks."

These "fishtail" muffler pipes added real style.

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