New Models & Products
NEW MODELS & PRODUCTS
MOTO MORINI 125
Moto Morini, an Italian manufacturer of high repute, is beginning to get exposure in the U.S. Pictured is the 125cc Cyclone, powered by a single-cylinder, four-stroke engine, with light alloy cylinder head, 9.6:1 compression ratio, and helical gear primary transmission. The machine weighs 198 pounds dry, and is claimed to have a very respectable top speed.
Morini makes both dirt and street machines ranging in size from 60 to 250cc and also makes a 125cc production road racer available to the public, complete with fairing and tach. Jan Car Specialties, Dept. CW, 11 Pomfret St., Providence, R.I., can provide further information on the Moto Morini line.
NEW FROM COSMO
Among the 10 Benelli models imported from Italy by Cosmopolitan Motors, Inc., we find the 50cc trail model, which would seem to be well-designed for its intended job. It is powered by a four-speed, two-stroke engine, and comes equipped with wide handlebars, raised mudguards, skid plate, dual rear sprocket, luggage rack, as well as street riding equipment.
Benelli also makes a 50cc mini-bike utilizing a two-stroke engine with a four-speed footshift. By folding the handlebars down, the rider may easily fit the machine into the trunk of a car.
Cosmo also imports the Parilia Wildcat 250cc scrambler, a torquer which the company claims is ready to race. The machine is available with lights and Smith tachometer.
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NEW YETMAN FRAME
Yetman, the frame people, have come up with a sexy new lightweight (16.5 pounds) conversion to house a Ducati 250cc engine.
The frame is of full double-loop construction and a four-point swing arm mounting system is used which utilizes the full eight-inch width of the stock Ducati swing arm for maximum rigidity. Material for the frame is low carbon, seamless 16gauge steel tubing of 5/8-inch and one-inch diameter. Tensile strength is rated at 182,000 PSI. It is low-temperature welded with No. 16 high-nickel alloy rod, using an in-line fluxer (flux is fed into the gas to simulate controlled environment welding). Tensile strength of this process is rated at 100,000 PSI.
The frame is supplied with battery box and special swing arm mounting hardware. A matching three-gallon fuel tank
and other accessories are available. Price on request from The Yetman Corpora tion, Dept. CW, 277 Rantoul St., Beverly, Mass., 01915.
THE “SNO-SHOO”
A motorcycle may be converted instantly into a snow-cycle with the Cycle Sno-Shoo attachment, according to Diversco, Inc., the manufacturers. The unit’s dualtrack caterpillar-type rear drive assembly is claimed to provide excellent traction, stability, and safety in snow and sand,
with speeds to 60 mph, depending on which motorcycle is used. The Sno-Shoo may be mounted in 20 minutes without special tools and is made to fit Honda, Suzuki, Yamaha and Bridgestone in sizes from 80 to 305cc. The assembly retails for $449.95. Further information is available from Diversco at 6815 W. North Ave., Dept. CW, Milwaukee, Wisc. 53213.
THE SPANISH WAY
Telesco, the Spanish suspension unit manufacturers, make forks for scrambles and motocross machines which have long travel and excellent damping. These forks
have a resemblance to a famous Italian design. They are also available in a road racing version.
Telescos are made to fit Ossa and Montesa motorcycles and may be adapted to fit many other machines. Prices begin at $120. U.S. distributors: Anaheim M/C Sales, Dept. CW, 127 S. Manchester Ave., Anaheim, Calif.
FOR ROAD RACERS ONLY
Sandy Kosman is at it again! Diversifying from the drag scene, his firm has purchased an initial order of 50 of the fabulous Fontana racing brake assemblies. These are the 210mm, dual drum, four-leading-shoe front brakes. The drums are laced to either WM2-18 or WM2-19 Borrani rims and come complete with lever, cables and junction box.
Price for the complete assembly is $200. Kosman, who will be able to start filling orders in February, requires $100 deposit. For further information, write Kosman Motorcycle Specialties, 275 Station Ave., Daly City, Calif.
ENDURO SPEEDOMETER
Webco Inc. now offers a speedometer specially tailored for the enduro rider. It is created by VDO, a 42-year-old West German instrument firm. It features a trip counter in 1/10-mile calibrations which may be set back and forth.
Each instrument is individually calibrated to show accurate speeds and mileage on any motorcycle made, regardless of the tire or wheel size, model or year.
The VDO sells for $39.95.
Webco, incidentally, has purchased Motorcycle Accessories Corp. (MAC) and thus has expanded its line to include mirrors, countershaft sprockets, safety bars, trail bike camping equipment and a low price line of safety helmets. All orders sent to MAC are now being processed by Webco at 218 Main St., Venice, Calif.
