Breaking in the Merkel Old Kingsbury Aerodrome

After some trials and tribulations, finally finished the tribute 1914ish Merkel Motorized Bike. Right now using 16/1 fuel ratio to break it in but will eventually use a 32/1 ratio that will give it more pep. It is running great and is easy to pedal and start. Using a 50 plus tooth rear sprocket which contributes to higher torque at slower speeds. It's built for demonstration not actual racing. Worksman Drop Loop Frame, custom engine mount from Sportsman Flyer, front for is something from the spares bin that looked most like an original front fork of a Merkel. Really turns well with that increased torque (doesn't bog down) and 100cc motor which puts out, supposedly 3 true horsepower. Kept at the Old Kingsbury Aerodrome, Pioneer Flight Museum, Kingsbury, Texas.

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Great to see the Merkel going again!