TRIUMPH AND THE ACE CAF… GO WILD AT BRENT MUSEUM
29 March 2007 - Triumph Motorcycles Ltd

Next month sees the world-famous Ace CafÈ, in conjunction with Triumph Motorcycles, exhibiting a series of stunning and iconic images from its photography archive in an exhibition at the Brent Museum, London.

“Wild Ones: The Ace CafÈ and Youth Culture: 1955-65” celebrates a part of the history of the legendary venue and the advent of teenagers during the ‘50s and ‘60s, with the emphasis on the motorcycle riding rockers who hung out at the Ace.

Highly influential in the music and cafÈ racer culture of the era, the exhibition offers an exciting insight into the style, machines and racer culture that existed. Wholly capturing the spirit of youth and rebellion that the Ace has fostered, Triumph is integral to the exhibition, with the marque featured frequently as the model of choice.

The 60’s saw a stream of Hollywood and home-grown celebrities riding Triumphs and cementing its global cult status; Steve McQueen, Marlon Brando, Clint Eastwood, James Dean and Bob Dylan to name a few. This tradition continues today with many high-profile figures, such as Tom Cruise, Matthew McConaughy, Hugh Lawrie, Nicholas Cage and Joseph Fiennes, choosing to ride Triumph’s from the modern factory in Hinckley, Leicestershire.

The exhibition will run at Brent Museum from 10th April – 9th September 2007, with a launch date on Saturday 7th April. The launch day itself is perfect for families and motorcycle fanatics alike. Activities such as motorcycle simulation and hula-hoop workshops will keep the kids entertained, while the display of classic motorcycles and variety of competitions will keep the adults occupied. There will also be a number of ride-outs from various sites to Brent Museum.

www.brent.gov.uk/ace

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