1908 Peugeot 3½ HP

Today Peugeot is known for their cars, so it may come as a surprise to know that Peugeot was the first company to mass produce motorcycles, beginning production in 1898, during a pioneering age for the motor industry. Many of their early motorcycles were powered by De Dion-Bouton powerplants and achieved a great deal of success in competitive motorcycle events, the very first Isle of Man TT was won by a Peugeot-engined motorcycle.

An antique motorcycle on display in a museum, surrounded by other vintage vehicles.
Vintage beige motorized tricycle with number 17 on a sign, displayed in a museum alongside classic cars and motorcycles.

The vehicle on display was the 5th registered motorcycle in Tasmania, remaining in the care of Tasmanian owners since it was first registered by Leonard C. Pitfield, in the Hobart suburb of Glebe, all those years ago.

Close-up of a motorcycle engine showing various mechanical components, chains, and black rubber parts.

The motorcycle has received an extensive restoration to original condition and today remains in full working order, still with the original ‘17’ numberplate it first wore in 1908.

Close-up of vintage motorcycle engine parts, including a black cylinder, metal pipes, and mechanical components, with a motorcycle and garage background.
Close-up of a vintage bicycle saddle mounted on a beige frame with other bikes visible in the background.
Close-up of a vintage bicycle's beige frame with metal components, including a bolt and a silver disc with engraved text.
Close-up of a vintage metal sled with the number 7 painted on it, displayed alongside bicycles in a store.
Close-up of a motorcycle engine and chain, showing metallic parts, brass accents, and a black foot pedal, with wheels visible in the background.
Close-up of a motorcycle's chain, sprocket, and footpeg, showing detailed metallic components.
Close-up view of mechanical components with metal pipes, fittings, wires, and coils, part of an engine or machinery assembly.
Close-up of a vintage car's beige painted body, showing part of the wheel, tire, chain, and some intricate mechanical components.