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Description Condition: New other (see details): A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear. The item may be missing the original packaging, or in the original packaging but not sealed. The item may be a factory second or a new, unused item with defects. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition
Important pls read This is a DIY kit (do it yourself). I decided to make my bikes diy so I could bring the price down to the most competitive price possible. That said I've sold my bikes for 3k but I would like higher volume sales w less headaches. This may only last for a limited time based on results. My bikes are made to be what they are from scratch. It's not chopped up bikes. The tank is not a flimsy housing or made out of fiber glass. Many sellers on here have great pictures of bikes w frames that don't have a drop looped period correct frame. There cycle is the same size as a small beach cruiser. I am offering something more substantial. The quality is not matched by anyone competing at this price. The sellers that make real quality frames and good bikes start at atleast 3500.00 . Some people think just because they can reweld a few pieces on the huffy and flip there bars to make something similar are not taking into consideration everything that goes into it. They are mistaken. I used to just stick to the specs and not the back story but people need to be made aware of why there is nothing even close to comparable to what I'm offering at these prices. I have a tech assistance mechanic that you can call during business hours to assist you should you have any questions. If you're not at least moderately mechanic I suggest you have someone put it together for you. I can ship it directly to them if you would like. I am also selling the kits to reduce damage in shipping. Heavy boxes tend to be at much more risk regardless of how well they are packaged. You will receive a box w the bike and another w the engine kit. (The racing head is an add on $45) you will have everything to make a complete bike the same as the one in this listing. The shipping is for both the bike shipping and the engine. Plus the fees removed so that the sale is the actual number the bike sold for plus the actual shipping Thank you for understandingBoard track, or motordrome, racing was a type of motor sport, popular in the United States between the second and third decades of the 20th century, where competition was conducted on oval race courses with surfaces composed of wooden planks. Although the tracks most often used motorcycles, many different types of racing automobiles also competed, enough so as to see the majority of the 1920s American national championship races contested at such venues. By the early 1930s, board track racing had fallen out of favour, and into eventual obsolescence, due to both its perceived dangers and the high cost of maintenance of the wooden racing surfaces. However, several of its most notable aspects have continued to influence American motor sports philosophy to the present day, including: A technical emphasis on raw speed produced by the steep inclinations; ample track width to allow steady overtaking between competitors; and the development of extensive grandstands surrounding many of the courses. BEAUTIFUL REPLICA Flying merkel BOARD TRACK RACER There are very solid tabs to hold the stainless steel hand crafted gas tank not cheap fiberglass w vintage Flying merkel decals vintage saddle/seat 80cc engine 3 inch wide tire heavy duty girder forks cruise at 40 mph with a adult male rider and can be upgraded for faster speeds or display Very good looking little toy to show off at the local meet. It is not street legal and is operated as a motorized bicycle. any questions dont hesitate also check out my other listings SHIPPING IS $299.00 ANYWHERE IN THE DOMESTIC USA LOWER 48 ONLY $700 WORLDWIDE! 600 Canada it ships w handlebars off, seat off , pedals off and front tire off. should not be difficult to assemble in less than 30 minutes. shipping includes insurance pick up fee 100.00history"The Merkel" brand first appeared in Milwaukee Wisconsin in 1902 when Joseph Merkel set-up shop producing single cylinder motorcycles. Merkel was among the most innovative of the pioneer motorcycle companies. By 1905 Merkel had decided to engage in competition and produced several racing machines. Merkel's motorcycles were to set many performance standards in the emerging American racing scene.These machines and their riders enabled Merkel to develop a patented spring front fork that was to become the forerunner of the modern telescopic front fork. This fork became the instrument of choice on racing machines of other builders. Also, the monoshock rear suspension was developed, a system used today on modern motorcycles. Merkel's slogan became: "All roads are smooth to The Flying Merkel". Merkel also used ball bearings as opposed to bronze bushings in the engine. In contrast to primitive atmospheric pressure intake valves, Merkel designed a cam-actuated mechanism. Merkel also pioneered a throttle-controlled engine oiler that long preceded Harley's and Indian's.The company was purchased by the Light Manufacturing Company in 1909, and moved in its entirety to Pottstown Pennsylvania, producing machines with the "Merkel Light" and subsequently "The Flying Merkel" names. Joseph Merkel began immediately experimenting with frame and suspension improvements, and new engine designs. A young test rider by the name of Maldwyn Jones rode one of Merkel's creations. An inventive mechanic and talented racer, Jones set up the bike and defeated the reigning champion Erwin G (Cannonball) Baker in a ten mile race. The following season Jones turned professional and won three out of four races on a machine bearing "The Flying Merkel" logo on the tank. Jones went on to become a national champion racer and helped Merkel achieve recognition among performance enthusiasts.In 1911 the Miami Cycle Manufacturing Company purchased Merkel, and production was completely moved to Middletown Ohio. The Miami Company, organized in 1895, was building bicycles and Motorcycles using names best known as Raycycle, and Miami. The Merkel acquisition gave Miami the high-end product that it needed to be regarded as a premiere manufacturer. The factory racing team by then expanded to include names such as LS Taylor, FE French, CF Pinneau, and W Wikel. In 1914 The flying Merkel won the National endurance run from Chicago to St Louis. Maldwyn Jones then broke a world's record on the Vanderbilt Course. When he returned to Middletown he was given a hero's welcome.Engineering innovation, high quality, and racing successes were not enough to sustain this progressive endeavor. The onset of war, a contracting market, and increased competition caused production of The Flying Merkel to falter. The final Merkel machines were produced in 1917.
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| Condition: | New other (see details): A new, unused item with absolutely no signs of wear. The item may be missing the original packaging, or in the original packaging but not sealed. The item may be a factory second or a new, unused item with defects. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition |
Important pls read This is a DIY kit (do it yourself). I decided to make my bikes diy so I could bring the price down to the most competitive price possible. That said I've sold my bikes for 3k but I would like higher volume sales w less headaches. This may only last for a limited time based on results. My bikes are made to be what they are from scratch. It's not chopped up bikes. The tank is not a flimsy housing or made out of fiber glass. Many sellers on here have great pictures of bikes w frames that don't have a drop looped period correct frame. There cycle is the same size as a small beach cruiser. I am offering something more substantial. The quality is not matched by anyone competing at this price. The sellers that make real quality frames and good bikes start at atleast 3500.00 . Some people think just because they can reweld a few pieces on the huffy and flip there bars to make something similar are not taking into consideration everything that goes into it. They are mistaken. I used to just stick to the specs and not the back story but people need to be made aware of why there is nothing even close to comparable to what I'm offering at these prices. I have a tech assistance mechanic that you can call during business hours to assist you should you have any questions. If you're not at least moderately mechanic I suggest you have someone put it together for you. I can ship it directly to them if you would like. I am also selling the kits to reduce damage in shipping. Heavy boxes tend to be at much more risk regardless of how well they are packaged. You will receive a box w the bike and another w the engine kit. (The racing head is an add on $45) you will have everything to make a complete bike the same as the one in this listing. The shipping is for both the bike shipping and the engine. Plus the fees removed so that the sale is the actual number the bike sold for plus the actual shipping Thank you for understandingBoard track, or motordrome, racing was a type of motor sport, popular in the United States between the second and third decades of the 20th century, where competition was conducted on oval race courses with surfaces composed of wooden planks. Although the tracks most often used motorcycles, many different types of racing automobiles also competed, enough so as to see the majority of the 1920s American national championship races contested at such venues. By the early 1930s, board track racing had fallen out of favour, and into eventual obsolescence, due to both its perceived dangers and the high cost of maintenance of the wooden racing surfaces. However, several of its most notable aspects have continued to influence American motor sports philosophy to the present day, including: A technical emphasis on raw speed produced by the steep inclinations; ample track width to allow steady overtaking between competitors; and the development of extensive grandstands surrounding many of the courses. BEAUTIFUL REPLICA Flying merkel BOARD TRACK RACER There are very solid tabs to hold the stainless steel hand crafted gas tank not cheap fiberglass w vintage Flying merkel decals vintage saddle/seat 80cc engine 3 inch wide tire heavy duty girder forks cruise at 40 mph with a adult male rider and can be upgraded for faster speeds or display Very good looking little toy to show off at the local meet. It is not street legal and is operated as a motorized bicycle. any questions dont hesitate also check out my other listings SHIPPING IS $299.00 ANYWHERE IN THE DOMESTIC USA LOWER 48 ONLY $700 WORLDWIDE! 600 Canada it ships w handlebars off, seat off , pedals off and front tire off. should not be difficult to assemble in less than 30 minutes. shipping includes insurance pick up fee 100.00history"The Merkel" brand first appeared in Milwaukee Wisconsin in 1902 when Joseph Merkel set-up shop producing single cylinder motorcycles. Merkel was among the most innovative of the pioneer motorcycle companies. By 1905 Merkel had decided to engage in competition and produced several racing machines. Merkel's motorcycles were to set many performance standards in the emerging American racing scene.These machines and their riders enabled Merkel to develop a patented spring front fork that was to become the forerunner of the modern telescopic front fork. This fork became the instrument of choice on racing machines of other builders. Also, the monoshock rear suspension was developed, a system used today on modern motorcycles. Merkel's slogan became: "All roads are smooth to The Flying Merkel". Merkel also used ball bearings as opposed to bronze bushings in the engine. In contrast to primitive atmospheric pressure intake valves, Merkel designed a cam-actuated mechanism. Merkel also pioneered a throttle-controlled engine oiler that long preceded Harley's and Indian's.The company was purchased by the Light Manufacturing Company in 1909, and moved in its entirety to Pottstown Pennsylvania, producing machines with the "Merkel Light" and subsequently "The Flying Merkel" names. Joseph Merkel began immediately experimenting with frame and suspension improvements, and new engine designs. A young test rider by the name of Maldwyn Jones rode one of Merkel's creations. An inventive mechanic and talented racer, Jones set up the bike and defeated the reigning champion Erwin G (Cannonball) Baker in a ten mile race. The following season Jones turned professional and won three out of four races on a machine bearing "The Flying Merkel" logo on the tank. Jones went on to become a national champion racer and helped Merkel achieve recognition among performance enthusiasts.
In 1911 the Miami Cycle Manufacturing Company purchased Merkel, and production was completely moved to Middletown Ohio. The Miami Company, organized in 1895, was building bicycles and Motorcycles using names best known as Raycycle, and Miami. The Merkel acquisition gave Miami the high-end product that it needed to be regarded as a premiere manufacturer. The factory racing team by then expanded to include names such as LS Taylor, FE French, CF Pinneau, and W Wikel. In 1914 The flying Merkel won the National endurance run from Chicago to St Louis. Maldwyn Jones then broke a world's record on the Vanderbilt Course. When he returned to Middletown he was given a hero's welcome.Engineering innovation, high quality, and racing successes were not enough to sustain this progressive endeavor. The onset of war, a contracting market, and increased competition caused production of The Flying Merkel to falter. The final Merkel machines were produced in 1917.