Texas Newbie

[pd]

Is that an OEM Simplex flywheel , on the ebay bike ?

Looks like one to me. It is missing the pinion gear for the kickstart.

That must be a Wyco flywheel as the Phelon on my bike is more rounded .

And , I don't see a magneto plate behind that flywheel , but , maybe I'm blind .

Pete .

[Ricks]

That is a Wico.  You are correct, missing the backing plate.  I would give about $500-600 for that bike.

[oil-lamp]

Well if it wasnt for the fact that i just jump into a new tractor i would be making some offers for it. There are many good parts there to get a good start.

Stafford, send me a private msg on the dig times I like trying to figure out what happend with items I find.

[oil-lamp]

Oh by the way Stafford I have basically four. One restored one in need and two frames to where one is slated for a custom job done.

[Stafford]

Sorry for the delay in getting back. I'll be out of pocket a few days but will get with you when I get back.
I really would like to see your bikes, I have a Street Glide and a Chopper but really love the old iron.
Still looking but going to be patient. I have been known for moving a little too quick and don't want a repeat.
Talk to you soon
Cheers

[oil-lamp]

Ok Stafford, check ebay out there's four new listings one is a almost done restoratio . Very cheep but a little drive away.   

[Stafford]

Hi Oil Lamp,
Going to try and send you an email on your private address.
Thanks for the tips.
Cheers
Stafford

[Driver]

I'm another (Native) Texan. Being patient and just catching up on Debt (mainly trying to get the house free and clear) before I try to get a working Simplex. I'll likely just buy a finished or near-finished one if possible. At this point I'd rather ride than work on it. Too much time wrenching in the past on "projects". If you guys ever meet up I'd love to attend if possible.

Distance from Austin? Zero. Live about 1 mi. from 183/Loop 1.

[Stafford]

Driver,
If you will shoot me an eMail I'll give you my phone number. ( eMail is on the profile )
If your around Burton I'd love to show off the Simplex and even offer you a chance to ride it.
Cheers
Stafford

[Reggie LeGros]

Texas Newbie

Welcome aboard. I just replied to Will I have a 53 Simplex the is 95% complete with a totally rebuild engine that I would sell.

Reggie

[oil-lamp]

copied to this one too.

Well here's something for the Texas bunch if you got a few minutes this weekend. Its a antique motorcycle event in Smithville Tx. great little show to see some great bikes. I will not be able to go this year but went last year and wished I had more to show. Here's a link to the flyer I hope: http://www.cherokeeamca.org/images/events/smithville2014_final2_1374465108_5127.pdf
http://www.cherokeeamca.org/events.html

Also if you take a simplex you will hear tons of stories of people who had one back in the day.