factory 483 #26 Posted April 5, 2020 21 minutes ago, Webhead said: 3 hours ago, factory said: Did they know much about it or the engine used? Prices could temporarily go up again if they have created more interest. Do you know what episode it was in, as apparently this programme is shown in the UK as well? David I believe it was named "Twist and Scout", an episode where he finds the Indian motorcycle of his dreams. It was on this past Thursday. Thanks Joe, I could have a very very long wait, Quest TV in the UK are currently showing series 5 & 6 at the moment and "Twist and Scout" is from Series 15. David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 687 #27 Posted April 9, 2020 @Webhead How the hec does the throttle work on these? Just can't seem to find a good pic and don't see a throttle control. I'm assuming it's an internal cable twist throttle with the cable inside the handle bar part way but just not 100%sure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
factory 483 #28 Posted April 10, 2020 I've had a look through my archived pictures (from ePay), it disappears into the one of the handlebar tubes as shown in the picture below, the wire for the kill switch must also go inside the tubing on that side. The standard lever type control on the other side is for the rear wheel brake. Here are a few other pictures showing the cables on another of these bikes. David 3 pmackellow, Wallfish and JUST O&R reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 687 #29 Posted April 10, 2020 Pretty sure this can be pulled off going by pics. I found some basic measurements online of total length and height. Might have to go without brakes or a brake band type brake. Did find some small shoe style drum brakes but not sure how deep into it money wise is worth it. Had to go with a banana style seat since those old solo polo flat type seats go for too big of money. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JUST O&R 237 #30 Posted April 10, 2020 12 minutes ago, Wallfish said: Might have to go without brakes or a brake band type brake. I don't know why would need brake . 25 minutes ago, Wallfish said: Had to go with a banana style seat since those old solo polo flat type seats go for too big of money. What does money have to do with it your going to get a check in the mail one day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 687 #31 Posted April 10, 2020 Brakes would just be to get closer to the original design. Flintstone style brakes would work just fine too. Yeah, from you. I need to build it as cheap as a Chinese factory would in order to maximize profits when I sell one to you. $250 -$490 for a little original seat is ridiculous although that's about the price you will be paying for the cheapie! Cha-Ching! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
factory 483 #32 Posted April 10, 2020 (edited) These are the only other pictures I have showing the brake mechanism, the bike dynamo hides most of the mechanism, the unknown make mini-bike I bought uses a simple band brake on the front wheel. David Edited April 10, 2020 by factory Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
factory 483 #33 Posted April 10, 2020 2 hours ago, JUST O&R said: What does money have to do with it your going to get a check in the mail one day. 2 hours ago, Wallfish said: Yeah, from you. I need to build it as cheap as a Chinese factory would in order to maximize profits when I sell one to you. $250 -$490 for a little original seat is ridiculous although that's about the price you will be paying for the cheapie! Cha-Ching! I'm not at all surprised seats are advertised at silly prices, anything to do with vintage bikes seems to be really expensive these days. Those two Micro Power bikes I have pictures of sold for $1k+ and that was in 2015. David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hovester@att.net 1 #34 Posted December 4, 2021 Hi, I'm new to the site, but ran across this thread searching for info on one of these bikes that I just bought. The original owner told me that it came with a suitcase, but it got beat up so he threw it away! Argh!! My bike is painted green, and I'm trying to find out if they came in colors or all chrome? It still has both headlights and the tail light, but tail light lens is gone. Everything else is complete and I've got it running. Can anyone give me guidance on parts availability, value, and the color question, etc? The picture is from when I brought it home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 403 #35 Posted December 4, 2021 Welcome to the forum! Great find, those mini bikes don’t come up often. Yes, too bad the previous owner threw out the suitcase. Yours looks to be in really nice shape! I’ve never seen a green one but that doesn’t mean it’s not possible. Wallfish and Factory will know more. Are you looking for engine parts or parts for the mini bike frame, etc.? Have you looked into the engine at all or tried to see if it’ll run? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hovester@att.net 1 #36 Posted December 4, 2021 It runs, just a little rough. I probably need to clean the carburetor, Possibly rebuild it. The only thing missing is the breather and the tail light lens, I would like to get those replaced. I would love to find an original suitcase, or a similar substitute. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wallfish 687 #37 Posted December 5, 2021 Very nice find The original suitcase would be more of a Holy Grail find than the bike itself Never saw one painted before, just chrome but you should be able to tell if it was done with a spray can or possibly a professional factory job The exact light lens replacement might be difficult as well, but you can find those those retro style bicycle generator lights on epay Parts availability is next to nil except for the engine parts. I couldn't find one so had to build one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CNew 403 #38 Posted December 5, 2021 Man, still love your custom build of one of these- amazing! 1 Wallfish reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hovester@att.net 1 #39 Posted December 5, 2021 That’s incredible!! I think I’ll strip some paint off and see if it’s chrome underneath. Thx for the info! 1 Wallfish reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
