Robert McClean
2002, Leadership
Robert Barclay McClean was born in 1923 in Wilton, Iowa and served
in the Marine Corps 4th Division that took Iwo Jima. Bob has 3
daughters and is grandfather to seven boys. He and his second wife,
Norma, were married in 1999.
President of Antique Motorcycle Club of America (AMCA) since 1983,
Bob is devoted to antique motorcycles, whether collecting, restoring,
riding or promoting them. He loves to share this passion with others.
Bob is a recipient of the 1990 National Recognition Award from AMCA
for his contributions to the organization over the years as
National Treasurer, Vice President, President and Magazine Editor
of "The Antique Motorcycle."
On July 8, 2000, Bob opened the AMCA's R.B. McClean Gallery at the
Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum in Pickerington, Ohio, featuring the
antique cycles Bob donated to the museum - a 1911 Excelsior Single
and a 1922 Harley-Davidson Sport Model. He has generously loadned
many of his bikes for other exhibitions, including the Guggenheim
Museum's recent nationwide display.
His dedication to preserving the historic significance and beauty
of antique motorcycles continues.
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