Maico Consul (1938-39)

The Maico Consul was a motorcycle produced in 1938-39, equipped with a single-cylinder, two-stroke engine and a capacity of 143cc. Its power output was 5.5 hp at 5200 rpm, and it had a maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph). The fuel system used a Greatzin carburetor with a single chrome silencer for the exhaust. The bike had a double closed tube frame and steel, laced wire spoke wheels with 2.50 x 19 inch tires. The front and rear brakes were both drum brakes, and the bike weighed 85 kg (187 lbs). The bike had a 3-speed, manual transmission and a chain for final drive. The starting mechanism was either a kick or push. The Maico Consul was a classic motorcycle, and its design and specifications have now become a source of inspiration for modern designers.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Maico Consul

Year: 1938 – 39
Engine: Single cylinder, two stroke
Capacity: 143 cc / 8.7 cub in.
Bore x Stroke: 48 x 54 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Fuel system: Greatzin carburetor
Exhaust: Single, chrome silencer
Starting: Kick/push
Max Power: 4.04 kW / 5.5 hp @ 5200 rpm
Transmission: 3-Speed, manual
Final Drive: Chain
Frame: Double closed tube
Wheels: Steel, laced wire spokes
Front Tyre: 2.50 x 19 in.
Rear Tyre: 2.50 x 19 in
Front Brake: Drum, 125 mm
Rear Brake: Drum, 125 mm
Wet Weight: 85 kg / 187 lbs
Top Speed: 80 km/h / 50 mph