Three generations of Schickels visit Motorcycle Hall of Fame

Descendants of innovative motorcycle designer and builder Norbert Schickel, who was part of the motorcycle design boom that occurred in the United States between 1905 and 1915, recently visited the Motorcycle Hall of Fame to check out the rare Schickel motorcycle they have loaned to the Hall of Fame as well as to learn about the other great personalities showcased there.

Schickel’s vision and designs were evident in the two-cycle motorcycles that he developed as founder of the Schickel Motor Co. He also helped popularize the twist grip control and had a patented “spring fork front suspension” and “fly wheel magneto.” Now, exactly 100 years after he unveiled his first motorcycle, Schickel is being inducted into the Hall of Fame in ceremonies Nov. 18 at the Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa in Las Vegas, Nev.

It's part of the AMA Legends & Champions Weekend that also features the Motorcycle Hall of Fame Dave Mungenast Memorial Concourse d'Elegance on Nov. 19 and the AMA Racing Championship Banquet on Nov. 20.

Pictured below are three generations of Schickels: (L-R) Brian, Steve and Jack Schickel. Jack is Norbert's son, Steve is Jack's son, and Brian is Steve's son.

Also pictured are three generations with their spouses: (L-R) Karen and Steve, Bettie and Jack, and Brian and Maureen.