Motorcycle chariot racing

The first competition of the sport was held in the U.S. as early as 1922,[1][2] and gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, further inspired by the 1925 film Ben-Hur.

[7] One early event was held on June 4, 1922, at Idora Park in Oakland, California: A novel feature of the day and one that excited roars of laughter from the spectators in the grandstand, consisted of motorcycle chariot races, said to be the first of their kind ever pulled off in the history of motorcycle racing.

[1]After the early events, the sport was further developed in Australia and quickly spread to Europe.

[8] In 1925, Pathé News filmed an exhibition race at Crystal Palace Park, London.

[10] Modern rigs may have foot pedals for speed control, the reins used for steering the front wheels.