Hummer/American Lightweight
Model | Engine | Years | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Model 125 | 125 cc two-stroke single | 1948–1952 | Copy of DKW RT 125 given to Harley-Davidson as war reparations. More than ten thousand were sold in the first year of production. |
Model 165 | 165 cc two-stroke single | 1953–1959 | Replacement for the Model 125, with larger engine. |
Hummer | 125 cc two-stroke single | 1955–1959 | Redesigned "B" engine with the old 125 cc capacity. Extremely basic specification: no battery, horn operated by rubber bulb, no turn signals, no brake light. Last 125 cc American Lightweight. |
Super 10 | 165 cc two-stroke single | 1960–1961 | Replaced Model 165 and Hummer, used 165 cc version of the "B" engine. |
Topper | 165 cc two-stroke single | 1960–1965 | Scooter with fiberglass body, pull-start "B" engine, and continuously variable transmission, but no engine fan. |
Ranger | 165 cc two-stroke single | 1962 | Off-road motorcycle without lights or front fender. Extremely low gearing. Made one year only. |
Pacer | 175 cc two-stroke single | 1962–1965 | 175 cc replacement for the Super 10. A new frame with rear suspension was introduced in 1963. |
Scat | 175 cc two-stroke single | 1962–1965 | Dual-purpose motorcycle based on the Pacer. The Ranger's low gearing was optional. Was switched to the sprung frame along with the Pacer in 1963. |
Bobcat | 175 cc two-stroke single | 1966 | Last American Lightweight, made one year only. Only American Lightweight made with a standard dual seat. One-piece ABS resin bodywork covered the tank and rear tyre and supported the seat. |
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