Originally, it was determined that this test was to be a race, seeing which rider could complete the given course first. They hit on a rather hot-or-miss way of determining that their bikes were just about equal in the stop department, and that both bikes had more than ample stopping capabilities for street use.īoth riders were now warmed up to the feel of each other, and ready for the next contest– the cross-country endurance. There was a lot of fancy break determining equipment on hand, but it also happened to be too much for the contestants. The kind of antics usually make you a loser, but even with the wheel-stands, the TRIKE did a thorough job of wailing on Big Daddy– for all three runs! The TRIKE was immediately airborne, front wheel in the air. After a bit of getting acquainted with this very sensitive starter, both boys managed a green light start. After some final pre-race checkouts, Big Daddy and Tom rolled up to the Christmas tree starting line. The first test was the speed and braking– and that’s how come we’re here at Orange County Raceway this bright and sunny day. Big Daddy accepted these terms, so plans and ground rules were formulated. They wanted a three-part contest consisting of– a speed and braking test, a cross-country endurance run, and freeway cruising and city traffic test. thought there should be a real test to prove who the better street machine was. They were so riled, they returned Big Daddy’s challenge, via Cycle News. One of the facts they were proudest of, is that they build usable street machines, no matter how wild they happen to look. got the message, and also got some ruffled feathers. He got just a mite more insulting this time, insinuating that the TRIKE was a groovy show piece, but couldn’t cut the mustard as a usable machine. Not one to let sleeping dogs lie, Big Daddy again broadcasted his challenge. wasn’t at the particular car show, so they didn’t get the message. Choppers to a race to Milwaukee, Wis., the TRIKE against the CANDY WAGON. Along with his ‘Candy Wagon,’ Big Daddy had a sign posted in a most conspicuous place, challenging A.E.E. Choppers ‘TRIKE.’ The event that led to this battle for supremity started at the Long Beach Car Show where Big Daddy was proudly displaying his just-finished three-wheeler. “Here we are, ladies and gentlemen, at the beautiful Orange County Raceway awaiting the onslaught of Big Daddy Roth’s ‘Candy Wagon’ vs. GRUDGE RACING “TRIKE STYLE” – “FLASH” BIG DADDY CHALLENGES A.E.E. 1969, Ed “Big Daddy” Roth muggin’ with his Kustom CANDY WAGON trike motorcycle. TRIKE side-by-side with Big daddy Roth on his CANDY WAGON trike.Ĭ. Toms’ TRIKE and Big Daddy Roth’s CANDY WAGON in front of the A.E.E. Ed “Big Daddy” Roth’s CANDY WAGON in the background. Choppers equally awesome, and faster TRIKE.Įd “Big Daddy” Roth cruising the freeway on his Kustom CANDY WAGON trike motorcycle.Īnother ass view of Ed “Big Daddy” Roth cruising the freeway on his CANDY WAGON trike. Ed “Big Daddy” Roth’s CANDY WAGON trike motorcycle before the “TRIKE STYLE” GRUDGE MATCH competition against Tom at A.E.E. Harley-Davison Police / Utility vehicle– the Servi-Car trike motorcycle was a workhorse, powered by 45 cubic inch Flathead V-twin engine that produced roughly 45 horsepower.ĬHOP CULT shared original photographs (thought to be lost forever) from the Street Chopper 1969 Issue #1 story and photo shoot featuring Ed Roth’s Trike Grudge Match. ‘Candy Wagon’ was “powered” by an old 45 cubic inch Flatty that produced an average speed around 45 (underwhelming) mph! As they say– All show, no go! An old Harley-Davidson Police Servi-Car trike motorcycle (see vintage pic below), originally manned by meter maids poking around on their daily routes to enforce parking violations, and minor traffic infractions. I drove this machine to many bike runs in and around California and it was an exceptional Harley trike motorcycle and very dependable!” ~Ed RothĮd ‘Big Daddy’ Roth’s epic ‘Candy Wagon’ trike was built in 1967/68 with his crew– Dan Wood, Jim ‘Jake’ Jacobs, and Doug Kinney. At the first parade I threw candy from the rear trailer to the kids in the crowd, and it spooked the horses in the parade (kids chasin’ candy) I never did that again! Newton was responsible for the sketches of the ‘Candy Wagon’ after the machine was built. Doug Kinney sanded it and helped paint it, but the entire concept here was to build a machine for parades and stuff. “I had the pleasure of building the entire machine myself.
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