General Category => Buy, Sell, Trade => Topic started by: mike montgomery on November 01, 2015, 01:50:55 PM
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List,
I am still searching for a correct headlight for a military G model. This is a bike that several collectors (including Gary Wollard and Norm Burton) had a hand in restoring. As soon as I acquire the headlight, the bike will be placed in the World War 2 museum in New Orleans. I would certainly appreciate a donation, but, at this point, I would be willing to purchase, just to complete the process. Gary and Norm would never forgive me for placing a bike in the museum that was not complete. If you don't have a headlight, any leads would also be appreciated!! Mike
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What headlight does a military model G use? Do you have a picture of one?
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Rick, All I can tell you is the only that I have ever seen had a toggle switch (light switch) in the headlight shell. Adam Wollard gave the light to Norm for repair and wiring, but somehow the light was lost. I don't have a G Model manual, so I don't have a reference. Maybe someone on the list can supply the details. Thanks for your question. Mike
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The early Servi Cycles used an English Miller lighting set. The Model G Manual shows the Miller headlight and generator, but the Special Instructions state the Tail light is a super safety design that permits bulb replacement without tools, and carries a spare bulb. This may not be a Miller item. There is a very nice Miller Headlight and generator on ebay right now. It's in Australia, and the starting bid is over one hundred dollars. Appears NOS.
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Lubrication chart from model G manual.
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List, My G model is a military model with a foot clutch and right heel brake pedal - not at all like what is pictured here. Mike
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List, My G model is a military model with a foot clutch and right heel brake pedal - not at all like what is pictured here. Mike
Mike, how about posting a couple of pictures of the bike?
Does anyone know when the clutch hanger uprights changed from tube to flat stock?
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My brochures suggest 1941. So early G Models.
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The Wheels & Tracks article shows a 6" headlight , likely a KD869. I would have thought they would use a blackout light.
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Thanks for all of the info. I will post a couple of pictures in a day or so. Did you all see the nice write up on Bob Legron in the VMBC magazine??
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Thanks for all of the info. I will post a couple of pictures in a day or so. Did you all see the nice write up on Bob Legron in the VMBC magazine??
Which issue? Did Bob pass away?
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Rick, Bob is fine - as far as I know. His daughter wrote an very nice tribute to him. See the new issue Fall 2015 of Vintage Motor Bike Club. I hope to call him tomorrow. Mike
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Rick, Bob is fine - as far as I know. His daughter wrote an very nice tribute to him. See the new issue Fall 2015 of Vintage Motor Bike Club. I hope to call him tomorrow. Mike
Great news! I know Bob is getting up there in age.
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Great article. Bob just moved to a condo. Still recovering. Still has the same cell phone. I hope the new Editor/layout work out. I get the impression the new Editor is a Honda guy with little knowledge of motorscooters or motorbikes. I haven't heard the 175cc or less displacement criteria before.