I was given a set of those from a neighbor that was clearing an old warehouse. Both ran at different times. I used it for school. It was a 5 mile ride one way. Leaked gasoline and burned oil. I loved it!! It was my first motorized vehicle.
@wrenchandrip
Ай бұрын
thats awesome!
@lubee1000
Ай бұрын
We just picked up the exact one. Started up and running perfectly.
@wrenchandrip
Ай бұрын
enjoy it!!
@GusMahn
2 жыл бұрын
I had a new blue 50 VLC about 1982. Between my younger brother and I we put almost 10,000 miles on it over 5 years. It was the fastest model of moped back then. My brother got pulled over going 43mph on it, but by definition mopeds weren't supposed to surpass 25mph.
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah this one will still hit 40 at almost 45 years old. Pretty impressive!
@shandfan
Жыл бұрын
But they usually DID. 😁😁
@johnwalshire2884
Жыл бұрын
I had a pair of these I taught my children how to motorcycle on. Cleaned and tuned 35mph when I weighed 185 lbs. The kids would see 40mph.
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
Thats awesome. Great learning bikes
@BurfordBoy57
8 ай бұрын
Nice find! They didn’t make a 40cc model, just 49cc. There was a Model 40 and a Model 50 but the numbers don’t refer to engine size. It’s best not to start it by standing on the pedals with the bike on the centre stand - the stand will bend or at least wear the pivot point on the frame. A better option is to use a 3/8 socket driver in a battery drill on the magneto nut. As for the idling problem, check the diffuser tube in the carburettor - assuming you’ve got the original Gurtner set-up. Ignore anyone who recommends a swap for a Dellorto: a well-adjusted Gurtner is perfect for the Mobylette!
@wrenchandrip
8 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@tinoamor
2 жыл бұрын
Very nice I got a Gitane with a a Minerelli v1 and it rides and runs after 25 years, I picked it up last summer at an estate sale. I used to have a Cimatti with same engine as the Gitane, I feel as lucky as you! I'll post a vid soon! My horn and headlight and tail light and brake lights work as well!
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@ogbigtsbikesandstuff887
Жыл бұрын
Just picked up maroon 1979 today. Super excited to get her running!
@wrenchandrip
11 ай бұрын
Congrats, best of luck with it!
@ogbigtsbikesandstuff887
11 ай бұрын
@@wrenchandrip Thanks, she lives on! kzitem.info/news/bejne/pp9o2KaYsZ2VdY4si=UeXyZaSaP-UcHH-o
@Sky1
10 ай бұрын
I had one as a kid, my friends had them as well, Mine was slow only 27 MPH, my girlfriends did about 35 and my other friend changed the carb and his did about 44MPH
@wrenchandrip
9 ай бұрын
Awesome! They are fun to ride, and surprisingly comfortable too
@billlowe6883
2 жыл бұрын
You lucked out
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
I sure did
@lukewand
9 ай бұрын
Just picked up three of these for free... Not in the best shape, but I figure I can get at least one running
@wrenchandrip
7 ай бұрын
Awesome! They might all run, these little engines are tanks!
@LoganPogan
Ай бұрын
Did you figure out where that ground wire went that was dangling there?
@wrenchandrip
Ай бұрын
I ended up just grounding it and forgetting about it! Hasnt been a problem yet
@hilldigil3457
3 жыл бұрын
unbelievable
@wrenchandrip
3 жыл бұрын
Right!
@julianobelli2768
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 70v clapped out 70cc race engine and fully tuned i might make some videos on it but I'm not sure what do you guys think
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
Would be cool to see!
@julianobelli2768
Жыл бұрын
im still thinking about it im not to sure on putting it out there because I'm still in high school do you still own this moped
@jeffk462
Жыл бұрын
Nice video bro keep it up
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@JBKeville
Жыл бұрын
How much did it sell for?
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
I still own it and ride it. Did not sell it
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
It would likely sell over $1500-2000 i believe
@Stats-2020
2 жыл бұрын
Did you ever fix the fuel gauge problem on your honda
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
I still just have it plugged off. I probably wont ever put one back in, I don’t trust them to be accurate anyways
@EverettMiller-fl1zv
5 ай бұрын
If your interested in a trade i have a 1967 volvo 122 motor runs good
@jimmykingsborough6549
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1976 50V that won't idle as well. Cleaned carb and adjusted set screw just about all the way in. Any suggestions ??
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
Try a new spark plug, thats always a good cheap thing to try
@jimmykingsborough6549
2 жыл бұрын
@@wrenchandrip Hi, Thank-you for the tip. I installed a brand new plug and it did not make any difference.
@mattketner7597
Жыл бұрын
@@jimmykingsborough6549 look into getting a Dellorto SHA 14.14 Carb, the stock ones suck and leak.
@jimmykingsborough6549
Жыл бұрын
@@mattketner7597 Matt....does the Dellorto carb fit onto the engine without major work ?? Does it attach to the engine the same way as the stock ?? Thanks
@nybergsgarage
Жыл бұрын
@@jimmykingsborough6549 consider rebuilding the engine. old 2-strokes are almost guaranteed to have damaged crankshaft seals, which results in air leaks.
@salmorrongiello4913
Жыл бұрын
Did you do any repairs? I have a 1979 Moby 50V, cant get speed out of it.
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
I didnt have to do anything other than clean the carb, new soark plug, and lubricating everything. Mine does about 35-40mph without issue
@georgeyaknowthegeorgeyeathatme
2 жыл бұрын
How much was it?
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
I don’t buy and tell, but it was cheap
@reillystsb
2 жыл бұрын
Let me know if you want to sell it I had one when I was a kid it didn't have mag wheels and it was Orange
@wrenchandrip
2 жыл бұрын
Ill probably be keeping it forever. But ill keep you in mind
@traceykelly2603
2 жыл бұрын
These were popular when I was much younger. They are simple and bullet proof. Two percent gas and you are done. I know a fine tuned moby could be started by flipping the flywheel with your hand. Change the back sprocket and you could get 50mph but no power!
@karasimon6766
Жыл бұрын
Can you pedal it without gas?
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
You can, but its really difficult. You definitely wouldnt want to do it for very long
@lordoftheskunk4591
3 жыл бұрын
Ya should get a banshee as a project get yur veiws up
@wrenchandrip
3 жыл бұрын
I would love a project banshee. Everyone wants an arm and a leg for them these days though
@tharanmansell5154
7 ай бұрын
Different speed models. All were 50cc
@wrenchandrip
7 ай бұрын
Good insight, thanks
@BackyardRevivals
Жыл бұрын
No way 5 year old gas ran lmao
@wrenchandrip
Жыл бұрын
I was just as surprised as you are! LOL
@BackyardRevivals
Жыл бұрын
@@wrenchandrip I'm not surprised, there's no way. It's not 5 yr old gas.
@zapcodeknock4503
5 ай бұрын
I just saw one for sale here 750.00 runs they noted. Do you use a fuel stabilizer additive in yours when u gas up? Mpgs good?
@NoknOnDors
Жыл бұрын
I've never seen those mag wheels, I've seen maybe a dozen motobecanes, 48, 50, 50v, always spoke wheels
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