Dick Shappy (on microphone) with his 1914 Flying Merkel Twin accepting "Best Motorcycle" award, Concours d'Elegance, Newport, Rhode Island May 31, 2009.
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Dick displaying the "Best Motorcycle " trophy for his 1914 Flying Merkel Twin, Newport, Rhode Island May 31, 2009.
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Five of Dick's motorcycles on display at the 2009 Concours d'Elegance: 1913 Indian Board Track Racer, 1914 Flying Merkel Twin, 1911 Flying Merkel Board Track Racer, 1914 Pope Single, and 1920 Merkel Motor Wheel.