Cushman made some really neat scooters. The first ones in 1936 till 1965. Restoration parts are readily available today, and are easy to restore as a result. They are a great deal of fun to ride.
We lucked out weatherwise and had a few days with no heavy rain, and did the video in the great outdoors. The Cushman Husky name actually referred to the engine, which was originally designed as an industrial engine. The scooters were assigned numeric designations. Some examples would be 30, 50, 60,720, 765 models. I would guess that you had a 50 or 60 series scooter, which were the most common in the time period you are talking about. This coming spring and summer, I will do some videos of some of our other Cushman scooters.
We had a cop in my former home town that rode around in a Cushman, giving parking tickets and catching a few speeders. That reminds me of the time a cop that got after me in a Metro when I was driving my ‘65 Goat (GTO). I just threw it into third gear and stomped it. I never saw him again after shifting it into fourth. He disappeared faster than a blink of your eye. He never got close enough to get my license number. I did watch my rear view mirror for the next fifty miles, though.🤪
Tule Troopers trail bikes were made in Issaquah Washington. They were one of the best trail scooters. They had front suspension on most models, and the frame from the rear axle up curved up and out where a seat was placed. The frame flexing was the rider suspension. Most also had a transmission. An interesting piece of history here in the PNW.
@@mrobsoletesvintagehomestea9156 I had no idea! The one I had would probably do 40mph! Not sure if it was a true Tule Trooper but that's what my dad called it so I just went with it! I don't remember 2 speeds but I remember it having a clutch similar to a chainsaw that engaged when you gave it throttle. I was pretty young!
I used to work in a big steel mill and most of our maintenance crews carted themselves and tools/parts around on 3 wheeled electric Cushmans, I think they were called minute misers? Always wanted one. The trail bike is pretty cool!
Cushman was a major supplier of small industrial vehicles, both gas and electric for many years. They were very well made and super reliable. Years ago I bought a Cushman 3 wheeler flatbed truckster that had been used in the Kenworth truck factory in Seattle at an auction. Still have it today. Cushman made many interesting scooters and commercial vehicles in their long history.
Cushmaswregreat for delivering papers with. My Husky had saddlebags which I kept the papers in for my paper route. I think it had an 8 or a 10 hp engine, nothing like my later bikes. My Kawasaki H2 mad it look like a toy, which it was. All in all, it was a reliable means of transportation, albeit slow. It was a lot better than peddling a bike, but not a lot better, speed wise. Living in North Florida, where it seldom gest cold, it was a good measure of transportation for a 12 year old.
Many Cushmans were used for delivering newspapers by young lads. The Cushman Husky flathead engines came in 3, 4, 5, 7.3 and 8 hp. The last of the Cushman engines were ohv and rated at 9 hp. Did your scooter have a body on the back or a tubular frame?
@@mrobsoletesvintagehomestea9156 tube frame. I now think it was 8 hp. It had a kick start that I jumped on. It usually cranked with one jump, even when it was cold, a rare thing in North Florida.
Most tubular framed Cushmans came stock with a 4 hp engine. The Highlander came with a 3hp. Later models came with a 5hp, and the 8hp was a special order for them. Take a look at the Cushman Club of America's website, they have pictures of all the models that were sold, and you will be able to identify your scooter.
That Cushman Trailster is pretty cool! It reminds me of the days when my buddy and I hit the trails on our Honda Trail 70's. I think they were three speed if I remember correctly. Your winter quarters look pretty tidy. You'll definitely need a heater, I hear a blizzard is heading our way!
The first trail scooters I rode were TOTE GOTE's. They were the largest selling trail scooters of their time. Small motorcycles like the Honda trail 55 and 90 and other small Honda's like the mini trail, trail 70 etc. took over the market, causing their demise. Many others like Yamaha, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Bridgestone, Hodaka etc. and a smattering of Italian trail bikes finished the trail scooter craze. I am definately going to need a heater in my shed, as it is going to be in the teens this weekend.
The TOTE GOTE, I remember those. They had a clone of that trail scooter in the Sears catalog, that I drooled over. I remember those days vividly! Stay warm my friend!
The scooter that Sears sold was made by Yard Man, and was only sold for 1 year. An interesting piece. I will stay warm for sure, as we heat with wood. Thanks for commenting and watching.
I didn't know that. Funny, I have a Yard Man tractor. I'm with you, I'm up in the "red" on my wood stove now. Nice and toasty! You bet, I enjoy your videos and chitchattin' with you!
I have always wanted a Cushman Trailster. I have a power Mac 6 that unfortunately needs a fuel line. The fuel line is unique and not reproduced so I will have to figure out a replacement.
The nice thing about Cushman scooters is that most parts are available, and are easy to restore/repair as a result. The fuel lines for the Mac 6's are scarce. I will have to make one for my saw as well.
I've got a 610 that's needing a coil. It still runs, but it pops and farts til it gets warm. Still cracks one out coming up off of idle. I got a coil,just want to see how long it will run til it gives up.
That Cushman is very cool. I had a neighbor who restored a street Cushman scooter for his brother. It was beautiful.
Cushman made some really neat scooters. The first ones in 1936 till 1965. Restoration parts are readily available today, and are easy to restore as a result. They are a great deal of fun to ride.
Love your motorcycle ❤ It sounds just like a lawnmower I used back in the 70s. Perfect for what you are using it for.
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The Trailster is a lot of fun to ride out in the woods.
Awesome video I like your little Cushman well I can't wait to hear other videos come out of you working on those engines thank you for the video
Thanks for the nice comment and for watching.
Glad to see you got a video out this week. Watching the weather, I was afraid you would not. I had a Cushman Husky when I was a boy, 60 odd years ago.
We lucked out weatherwise and had a few days with no heavy rain, and did the video in the great outdoors. The Cushman Husky name actually referred to the engine, which was originally designed as an industrial engine. The scooters were assigned numeric designations. Some examples would be 30, 50, 60,720, 765 models. I would guess that you had a 50 or 60 series scooter, which were the most common in the time period you are talking about. This coming spring and summer, I will do some videos of some of our other Cushman scooters.
We had a cop in my former home town that rode around in a Cushman, giving parking tickets and catching a few speeders. That reminds me of the time a cop that got after me in a Metro when I was driving my ‘65 Goat (GTO). I just threw it into third gear and stomped it. I never saw him again after shifting it into fourth. He disappeared faster than a blink of your eye. He never got close enough to get my license number. I did watch my rear view mirror for the next fifty miles, though.🤪
Good stuff! We called those toolie troopers back in the day!
Tule Troopers trail bikes were made in Issaquah Washington. They were one of the best trail scooters. They had front suspension on most models, and the frame from the rear axle up curved up and out where a seat was placed. The frame flexing was the rider suspension. Most also had a transmission. An interesting piece of history here in the PNW.
@@mrobsoletesvintagehomestea9156 I had no idea! The one I had would probably do 40mph! Not sure if it was a true Tule Trooper but that's what my dad called it so I just went with it! I don't remember 2 speeds but I remember it having a clutch similar to a chainsaw that engaged when you gave it throttle. I was pretty young!
I would bet that you had a Tule Trooper, as they were one of the fastest trail scooters. Fun memories !
I used to work in a big steel mill and most of our maintenance crews carted themselves and tools/parts around on 3 wheeled electric Cushmans, I think they were called minute misers? Always wanted one. The trail bike is pretty cool!
Cushman was a major supplier of small industrial vehicles, both gas and electric for many years. They were very well made and super reliable. Years ago I bought a Cushman 3 wheeler flatbed truckster that had been used in the Kenworth truck factory in Seattle at an auction. Still have it today. Cushman made many interesting scooters and commercial vehicles in their long history.
❤❤❤ hope all is well
All is well on the homestead.
Remember not to break the speed limit on that stationary bike and wave to the people! LOL
Will do !
Cushmaswregreat for delivering papers with. My Husky had saddlebags which I kept the papers in for my paper route. I think it had an 8 or a 10 hp engine, nothing like my later bikes. My Kawasaki H2 mad it look like a toy, which it was. All in all, it was a reliable means of transportation, albeit slow. It was a lot better than peddling a bike, but not a lot better, speed wise. Living in North Florida, where it seldom gest cold, it was a good measure of transportation for a 12 year old.
Many Cushmans were used for delivering newspapers by young lads. The Cushman Husky flathead engines came in 3, 4, 5, 7.3 and 8 hp. The last of the Cushman engines were ohv and rated at 9 hp. Did your scooter have a body on the back or a tubular frame?
@@mrobsoletesvintagehomestea9156 tube frame. I now think it was 8 hp. It had a kick start that I jumped on. It usually cranked with one jump, even when it was cold, a rare thing in North Florida.
Most tubular framed Cushmans came stock with a 4 hp engine. The Highlander came with a 3hp. Later models came with a 5hp, and the 8hp was a special order for them. Take a look at the Cushman Club of America's website, they have pictures of all the models that were sold, and you will be able to identify your scooter.
That Cushman Trailster is pretty cool! It reminds me of the days when my buddy and I hit the trails on our Honda Trail 70's. I think they were three speed if I remember correctly. Your winter quarters look pretty tidy. You'll definitely need a heater, I hear a blizzard is heading our way!
The first trail scooters I rode were TOTE GOTE's. They were the largest selling trail scooters of their time. Small motorcycles like the Honda trail 55 and 90 and other small Honda's like the mini trail, trail 70 etc. took over the market, causing their demise. Many others like Yamaha, Suzuki, Tohatsu, Bridgestone, Hodaka etc. and a smattering of Italian trail bikes finished the trail scooter craze. I am definately going to need a heater in my shed, as it is going to be in the teens this weekend.
The TOTE GOTE, I remember those. They had a clone of that trail scooter in the Sears catalog, that I drooled over. I remember those days vividly! Stay warm my friend!
The scooter that Sears sold was made by Yard Man, and was only sold for 1 year. An interesting piece. I will stay warm for sure, as we heat with wood. Thanks for commenting and watching.
I didn't know that. Funny, I have a Yard Man tractor. I'm with you, I'm up in the "red" on my wood stove now. Nice and toasty! You bet, I enjoy your videos and chitchattin' with you!
Thank you so much for such a nice comment. Wood heat is the best !
Good deal.
YUP !
Rain and snow in Indiana.
Same here.
I have always wanted a Cushman Trailster. I have a power Mac 6 that unfortunately needs a fuel line. The fuel line is unique and not reproduced so I will have to figure out a replacement.
The nice thing about Cushman scooters is that most parts are available, and are easy to restore/repair as a result. The fuel lines for the Mac 6's are scarce. I will have to make one for my saw as well.
I've got a 610 that's needing a coil. It still runs, but it pops and farts til it gets warm. Still cracks one out coming up off of idle. I got a coil,just want to see how long it will run til it gives up.
I have had a few saws that acted like yours and the problem was caused by a bad ground on the coil to block. I have had spark plugs do the same.
how long you Ben working on chain saws
Over 40 years.