Registration No: 451 XUF
Frame No: MK10947
MOT: Exempt

• A very early EMC Split Single
• Restored to a good standard
• Not many have survived
• Current V5C on file

Dr Josef Ehrlich arrived in the UK from Austria during 1937, his interest was centred on the development and potential of the two-stroke engine. In its pre-war guise his Split Single two-stroke displaced 240cc. The Split Single powerplant, which featured a cast iron barrel with alternating deep and shallow fins was offered in two guises, the S with a Pilgrim oil pump providing the engine lubrication and the T which relied on the petrol system of lubrication. Both versions employed a rigid duplex frame with a cast bronze backbone and steering head fitted with Dowty oleo-pneumatic forks. 7-inch brakes were employed with two drums gracing the front wheel. A Burman four-speed gearbox provided the transmission which was characterised by a high overall ratio in the interests of fuel economy.

Although technically interesting, the machine failed to sell in large numbers and examples are extremely rare today.
This 1947 EMC 350 Split Single was acquired by the late owner for his collection in 2007. Drawn to its rarity and the fact it was built in the UK, he was unable to unearth any prior history. The EMC has not been started or ridden for several years and so will require some light recommissioning before use. It is offered with a current V5C.