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.

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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