In the December 1958 issue of Scooter and Three Wheeler magazine, this letter was published. It would be interesting to know how much this two-wheeler wobbled when accomodating ‘up to three adults.’
The Goggo Club Forum (Scooter Section)
I like Goggo scooters. This site is mainly for Goggomobils, but they have a scooter section too (a scooter is called a ‘roller’ in German). And the site has an English translation option too:
http://goggo-roller.glasclub.de/fot_roller.html
1960s Velosolex Triporteur
Solex parts are cheap and plentiful, which makes one of these a very viable proposition. No doubt it rides as dangerously as the two-wheeler version too – ie pedal off, pull handle at front to drop engine onto front tyre; and needing 5 times as much braking distance as any other vehicle
1967 Mokuli 250 FMR Messerschmitt Lastenroller
Mokuli 250 FMR Messerschmitt ,restauriert ,ansehen
I ran the German text through a free internet translation service. They are not the most reliable of translations – in fact they can be downright hilarious – but you can still see approximate results. (Goodness only knows the true meaning of “The young remote travel is approaching”)
It did not have a bid at its starting price of €2000.
In English:
Reduction of collection because of lack of space Offer various old mopeds, and/or Mokicks as partial carriers to restore or cannibalize. My collection became too large me. Some must loose will from space reasons. Everything can be visited gladly after date arrangement. Without warranty, cancelling or Nachverhandlungen. Everything is described after best knowledge and certain!!! Can send also gladly to the objects when desired still more photos. Location Hameln sews Hanover Property also still various other mopeds, and/or Mokicks on Anfrage(aber no Zuendapp KS50, Watercooled, Hercules K50 or Kreidler R-S). Mokuli type 250 Bj. 1967 Manufacturer Messerschmitt FMR Chassis number 53 Engine 50ccm Sachs 2 course air-cooled 2,6PS Permissible total weight 250 kg Colour pigeon-blue ral 5014 To the restoration: The Mokuli was completely divided and gesandstrahlt. The framework and various small articles were powder-coated. Shield and tank paint. The trailer coupling was installed again onto rear fender. All wheel arches are deleted with cavity sealing. To transport the Mokuli can be divided, since it is bolted in the center. New parts: All bowden cables, Tachowelle + Tacho, Tire + hose in the back, all screws are V2A, Taillight and headlight, Saddle and support, Exhaust manifold + pot inclusive cultivation material, all cables + light switches, Chain, rim in the back, Switching handle and gas grasp, Mirror and bell, Steering wheels and torque tube are again vercromt, All steering element sockets and knuckle sockets were again turned, part-outdated engine (of the veteran market), new steering wheel lock, Tie-down rings in the structure of box, Special wooden plate in the box, Sticker, div. Small articles Other: I put the front Kastenaufbau(Unterteil) only for the photo photographs on the framework. Must be bolted with final assembly. The engine I had let start in the hobby area already briefly. Invested I at all did not count much money at this really beautiful piece, the many working hours. Additionally I give still the increased structure of box with lift-up lid in addition!(ist still unrestauriert, and/or to pre-working begun). A blower-cooled spare engine can be procured against surcharge!! The literature which I have give I as copy thereby. The young remote travel is approaching!
The Club website for the Messerscmitt Mokuli is http://www.mokuli.de/mokuli/mokuli.htm
(See also Page 9: Clubs & Forums here on our website)
Bring your Wish-list to Life…
Is it possible to manifest our dreams?
The answer is a resolute YES.
Anything is possible if we want it enough – and if we know how to move past the psychological blocks created by our own minds.
1. If you want to do this, the first step is to bring your wishes down from the imagination and into real life. This is as simple as writing them down. Use pictures too. The end-result is a collage, a mixture of photos, pictures and words. The act of turning an idea into something concrete like this gives it Life.
2. So find some photos and/ or make some pictures of how you visualize the end result. Anything will do to start with – because this is a creative project; it’s like writing a song, or a book, or painting a picture. It’s an organic entity – IT lives. It may not end up how you planned it, because a creative project develops in its own way (just like our kids!)
I did this over the past year with my last project, a VW Kombi Roadster we call the Lovedub. And now I’m about to do the same thing with the pile of bits I’ve just purchased on German ebay.
I’ve already stuck a collage of all my Maicomobil bits on the wall. And I’ve bought a brochure of one too, to help create the idea of buying a new one.
As my project progresses, I’ll update this page, until eventually the Naked Maicomobil is finished and ready to ride.
Val Mobile Scoot-in-a-suitcase
This is the original folding scooter, the Valmobile.
Its inventor, M. Bouffort, demonstrates the Val Mobile, powered by a Villiers 98ccm, for le Scooter magazine (May, 1953 issue).
Why Leave your Dog at Home?
Another age-old problem – what to do with the dog when you’re off for a trip on your scooter…
European Motorcycles & Scooter Forum
Some scooters and mopeds are catered for in this forum, which otherwise covers a wide range of European motorcycles (and some British and American marques)
http://www.cybermotorcycle.com/forum/index.php?sid=2c0095d344aad3419ea9ac69ac638480
Des Jupes?
It’s no good buying a stylish scooter without knowing what you’re going to wear. Here’s an age-old quandary that still perplexes the ladies…
What does the Devil Ride?
Hot news off the vintage press: The Devil hits the road with a 250cc Motocarro.
Let the Devil carry your load…
Scooter of your Dreams
Here’s a dear old fellow who wants to bring you the vintage scooter you’ve been dreaming of.
If you’re interested in bringing the scooter of your dreams to life, click HERE
Old Volks Electric Pioneer Seagoing Car
The ‘Old Volks Electric Pioneer Seagoing Car’ was a tram on stilts 24 feet above sea level that ran on tracks laid under the sea. It was operated by the Brighton & Rottingdean Seashore Electric Railway, was built in 1896 and ceased operations in 1901.
My old Hirano Valmobile
Here’s a photo of my old Hirano Valmobile – they were made by the Japanese under licence. I sold it in 1992.
It’s interesting to compare its design with the American Centaur.
Photos courtesy Scootering Magazine, 1992
The Church Strikes Back
In scenes reminiscent of the 1960’s battles between scooterists v motorcyclists, the Church has now mobilized its fleet of scooter triporteurs and is ready, willing and able to take on the Devil Motocarro 250cc
PAV 40 Trailer
The PAV man usually has one for sale on German ebay. They sell for around £400- £600 + delivery, depending on condition.
John in the British VMSC also supplies them, with innovations added to make them more practical to use.
Remorque
This original postwar style of remorque is almost impossible to find these days
Below is one of my favourite photos
I have listed more photos of fulgars and remorques on http://www.triporteurs.co.uk forum (there is a special section on the forum database for motorcycle-scooter trailers)
Click here to see them: http://triporteurs.co.uk/forum/viewforum.php?f=7&sid=5c2188e9ddac9c46382348b94f331cfe
Ex-WD Gilera 3-Wheeler Pick-up
The Italian Army mostly used the Moto Guzzi Ercole 500 Motocarro, so this ex-army Gilera is quite rare. However, I much prefer the Guzzi for looks and style.
1956 Lambretta FD
This Lambretta FD 3-wheeler on Italian ebay did not reach its reserve. Bids went up to €1100.
I bought my 1953 FD 3-wheeler on French ebay in similar condition for less; prices for Italian vehicles are higher on Italian ebay.
1935 Framo Dreirad 3-Wheeler Pick-up
When I contacted the seller of this 1935 Framo, he offered to include delivery to England in his asking price of €2000.
It’s a rare beast in Germany, and with restored tempos commanding prices of £5000 upwards, probably a viable proposition.
Peugeot TN55 Triporteur
This Peugeot TN55 seems quite cheap at its sale price, though bearing in mind the amount of work required it would no doubt be more viable to buy one requiring less restoration.
Still, if you have a Peugeot motorcycle as a donor you are more than half way there…
I take a keen interest in the Peugeot TN55, as I own one. Here’s a direct link to pictures of mine, with added photos of sales brochures for them:
http://www.groovydubs.com/wordpress/2007/02/22/1953-peugeot-tn55-triporteur/
Bambini Sidecar
This Bambini sidecar (for restoration) was withdrawn from its ebay auction before the end (April 2007), so presumably the seller sold it off ebay during the auction.
The Naked Maicomobil 