1965 Cushman Super Silver Eagle Scooter
Specifications |
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| Stock: | CUSH65-873 |
| Current condition: | DRIVER |
| Performance: | Single Cylinder, Air-cooled, four cycle |
| Performance options: | Automatic Disc, manual release |
| Transmission: | 2 speed sliding gear |
| Color exterior: | Black |
| Color interior: | White |
| Options: | Wind screen, passenger seat, twin mirrors |
| Mileage: | 7,402 |
| Vin #: | 193873 |
Description
April 2024 Update: this bike is being sold exclusively at Gooding & Company's Geared Online Motorcycle auction, which runs from May 8-17, 2024. This is a no-reserve auction, so become a registered bidder at Gooding & Company here and bid with confidence! View Gooding’s Geared Online auction here.
This is a very rare and collectable classic Scooter that received a cosmetic restoration and full mechanical service, which included: stripping and repainting the sheet metal, base coat, clear coat and reupholstered the seats. In addition, the fuel system, lights, and horn were serviced, the carburetor was rebuilt, and a new muffler and battery were installed. Regardless of use, this Cushman scooter is an interesting vehicle that would make a unique addition to any classic or vintage car or motorcycle collector's collection!
History
In early 1961, Cushman began the quiet production of an all new, all-aluminum OMC Super Husky engine to replace the long-lived Husky engine. The promotion was quiet because the new Silver Eagle was to be a 25th anniversary model for the 1962 celebration. In 1962, the Super Husky was refined and launched in a new Floating Power Chassis with rubber engine mounts. Cushman was truly the big name in little wheels.