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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 29, 2024, 05:52:09 PM »
Make a stop so the kick start doesn’t flop so far forward.
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Simplexes with Non-Original Engines / Re: Torque convertor pricing question?
« on: October 15, 2024, 04:04:06 PM »I know this is a old post..But how did the chinese clutch work out?
I think he passed away years ago.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Bob Kerr obituary
« on: October 14, 2024, 11:23:05 AM »I have to ask , what caused his death at a fairly 'young' age ?
Maybe the song is right " Only the good die young " .
Pete .
Pancreatic cancer
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 13, 2024, 11:35:24 AM »
I didn't see the need for the gear to sling oil. That is the job of the dipper on the connecting rod.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Bob Kerr obituary
« on: October 12, 2024, 02:57:23 PM »Wow Rick! You were trained by some of the great oldtimers. I guess we're part that group now.
Bob, we are that group now! Only Jim and Wayne left of the really old timers.
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Other Things Simplex / Re: Bob Kerr obituary
« on: October 12, 2024, 08:37:39 AM »
I met Bob in 2011 at the VMBC meet in Portland, IN. He, along with Jim Lokai, Ernie Butler, and Bob Legron took me in as the "kid." Bob and the rest couldn't have been more gracious sharing knowledge with another fledgling Simplex guy. His easy going manner, knowledge and friendliness will surely be missed. Godspeed Bob!
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 12, 2024, 04:18:18 AM »Rick
When you did your GC190 build..Did you disable the Governor operation, or remove the the Governor at all?
I can’t remember. I think I opened up the motor and took all the parts out. Or maybe that was on the GX motor conversion I did on the 3 wheel replica I built.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 11, 2024, 04:32:10 PM »
The kick starter works just like a stock Simplex kick start. After the sector gear passes the pinion gear, it drops down so it can return without hitting the pinion gear. It really is a simple, ingenious design. Once you have it in your hands, it will be obvious.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 10, 2024, 05:12:57 PM »
Wayne’s kit is frame mounted.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 09, 2024, 12:21:12 PM »
A GC190 engine can power one of these bikes to 50 mph, which is plenty for these old frames. It should be a fun ride.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: October 06, 2024, 04:13:34 PM »
Before painting anything, I would have mocked up the whole bike. You just know you are going to have to cut, drill and weld on that frame before it’s together.
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Off Topic / Re: What is it? Simplex influences are many
« on: October 01, 2024, 01:46:22 PM »
The motor slides back and forth, to engage a belt drive. This drives a jackshaft, which then uses a chain drive to the rear wheel.
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Off Topic / Re: What is it? Simplex influences are many
« on: October 01, 2024, 07:12:32 AM »
The gas tank and mounting area is not even close to SaftiCycle, but is very similar to Simplex. The size of the tank just doesn't match any Simplex tanks.
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Off Topic / Re: Safti-Cycle Commando
« on: September 30, 2024, 02:55:23 PM »
Looks good Bruce. Any idea what the difference was between a Airman and a Commando?
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Off Topic / Re: What is it? Simplex influences are many
« on: September 30, 2024, 02:51:05 PM »I know this an old thread, but when I was browsing here and could not view photos, I did not realize this was probably a Safti-Cycle made in Wisconsin..Now that I am a member and can see the pics..That is sure what it appears to be..
It is not a Safti-Cycle. This bike is now owned by a gentleman in Tennessee. To date, no one has been able to provide any additional information on it. It remains a mystery.