The Merkel Company slogan in the era was "If it passes you, it's a Flying Merkel" 4 HP single-cylinder engine Spray carburetor Bosch magneto ignition Twist grip controls for throttle and ignition advance Cannister muffler beneath frame Steel fuel tank and fenders Sprung leather bicycle saddle Single-speed Belt final drive Automatic belt tensioner Pedal starter with chain drive Solid forks with additional struts Triangulate rear frame with springing No front brake Coaster rear brake 2.0-28 front and rear tires Wire spoke wheels with steel rims Joe Merkel designed engines for motorcycles from 1902 Merkel built his own motorcycles beginning in 1903 In 1908, Merkel set up the Light Manufacturing and Foundry Company in Pottstown, Pennsylvania Sold on a Bill of Sale Purchases by a Nevada resident or Nevada dealer are on a Bill of Sale for display purposes only Not for highway or public road use For more information, please visit mecum.com.
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