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Copper Bobber
Built/Owned By:
Ralph Newcomb
Year:
2018
Engine:
O.H.V. Whizzer Motor 14 H.P. Built by Freddy Koehneke
Transmission:
Albion 3 speed with suicide shifter.
Clutch Cover:
Designed by Ralph Newcomb, fabricated by Dave Brown.
Drive:
Nickel Plated Chain Designed by Ralph Newcomb
Carburetor:
Mikuni #22 Carburetor
Battery Pack:
N/A
Exhaust:
Brakes:
Dual copper pipes, designed and fabricated by Ralph.
Sturmy Archer 90 mm front brake. Whizzer 5" rear brake.
Frame:
1947 Martin Road Runner. Frame and seat powder coated by Buza, Finishing Specialties.
Handlebars:
Torrington
Front Fork:
Dog Bones designed by Ralph, Machined by Todd Gutske.
Fenders:
Original Ambassador rear fender.
Gas Tank:
Original Luxembourg Whizzer tank restored by Dave Brown.
Seat:
Designed by Ralph, leather finished by Chuck & Jo, Saddle Shop.
Tires:
Midas 19" X 2.75" high speed
Rims:
19" X 1.40" with S.S. spokes by Bill Warwood
Paint/Finish:
Copper plating by James Bartolotta, Dynamic Metal Finishing.
Details:
Copper Bobber won 1st place at VMBC Portland 2018. Featured story in Vintage Motor Bike Club, Fall of 2018.
