March 14, 201115 yr Hi. My name is Ron Goodfellow and I designed and built the Saracen motorcyles in the late sixties. We built about three hundred in all of various types most of them being exported to the USA. We also exported to France and Sweden. Frank Underwood and I started the company which grew from a hobby and a lot of enthusiasm. The original prototype was a BSA bantam engined version but we could not acquire British engines and opted for the Sachs motor, initially the Iron engine but later the aluminium engine. We also built a few Triumph tiger cubs, I know one is still going. We also designed a spine framed 100cc Hodaka engined trail bike. I can attach a few photographs. My daughter found this web site and it is ironic that only this week I have finished rebuilding one of the trials bikes with alloy motor and reed valve, amazing improvement. I still enjoy my motorcycling mostly touring but have competed in pre 65 trials until fairly recently on a 350cc enfield/saracen special. I am unable at the moment to include the photographs but as soon as I figure it out I will post them. Feet up!! If anyone wants to get in touch my Email address is rongoodfellow@gmail.com Hello When I was 16 I in 1973 I bought a Saracen 125 with the Sachs engine. I bought it from mr Lars Ingvarsson in V
July 8, 201115 yr CONGRAT'S RON....I own one of your amazing machines. Told me years to find a perfect example..I have it in line next to my honda's.. Edited July 8, 201115 yr by D. Sileo
July 11, 201115 yr CONGRAT'S RON....I own one of your amazing machines. Told me years to find a perfect example..I have it in line next to my honda's.. It's about time you got a proper bike Sileo. I sent you a PM. Glad to see you back.
July 12, 201115 yr It's about time you got a proper bike Sileo. I sent you a PM. Glad to see you back. A proper bike indeed Martin. This one is the most fun to ride and you know i have a few really nice old bikes.
July 20, 201115 yr Getting around to finishing my Saracen. The forks that came with the bike seem to be from a Sprite 125 MX. What forks came with the early iron barreled bikes?
July 22, 201115 yr Getting around to finishing my Saracen. The forks that came with the bike seem to be from a Sprite 125 MX. What forks came with the early iron barreled bikes? MP forks(Metal Profile) Chrs:Mike
January 3, 201412 yr Hi, and another, hopefully thought provoking, image from my offroadarchive, the original prototype Saracen, based around a Bantam 'power' unit. Enjoy What a right looking trials bike that is, the low slung tank, ample ground clearance & light build I would ride that as it is any day.
June 7, 20224 yr Saw my first Saracen this past weekend at an event in Ohio, riding in the Vintage class. Beautiful condition, motor sounded really strong - really sweet machine!
October 17, 20223 yr On 11/12/2010 at 6:32 PM, ronald said: Hi. My name is Ron Goodfellow and I designed and built the Saracen motorcyles in the late sixties. We built about three hundred in all of various types most of them being exported to the USA. We also exported to France and Sweden. Frank Underwood and I started the company which grew from a hobby and a lot of enthusiasm. The original prototype was a BSA bantam engined version but we could not acquire British engines and opted for the Sachs motor, initially the Iron engine but later the aluminium engine. We also built a few Triumph tiger cubs, I know one is still going. We also designed a spine framed 100cc Hodaka engined trail bike. I can attach a few photographs. My daughter found this web site and it is ironic that only this week I have finished rebuilding one of the trials bikes with alloy motor and reed valve, amazing improvement. I still enjoy my motorcycling mostly touring but have competed in pre 65 trials until fairly recently on a 350cc enfield/saracen special. I am unable at the moment to include the photographs but as soon as I figure it out I will post them. Feet up!! If anyone wants to get in touch my Email address is rongoodfellow@gmail.com David Brand of Watford had acquired Saracen by 1972. It was not David's main business I think this was selling plumbling and heating supplies, he was an active clubman rider in the South Midland Centre. The Saracen name finally demised in 1973 see https://cybermotorcycle.com/marques/british/saracen.htm
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