Bob & Chet Primmer of Corona Del Mar with their 1954 Simplex Servi-Cycle
Make: Simplex
Model: Servi-Cycle
Year: 1954
Country of Origin: USA
Engine: 130cc Single
Transmission: Automatic CVT
Owner: Bob Primmer
City: Corona Del Mar
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Congratulations to Bob Primmer of Corona Del Mar for winning Bike of the Month with his 1954 Simplex Servi-Cycle.
Bob won a plaque provided by Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys.
Bob has owned the 100% original Servi-Cycle for five months.
1954 Simplex Servi-Cycle
- Manufacturer -Simplex Manufacturing Corporation
- Production -1935-1960
- Assembly -New Orleans, Louisiana
- Founder - Simplex was founded by Paul Treen (father of United States Congressman and Louisiana Governor David Conner Treen) in New Orleans, Louisiana in the late 1920s with an initial investment of $25.
- Engine -Single cylinder two-stroke 7.9 cu. in. (130 cc)
- Transmission - 1953-1960: variable-speed automatic. The ratio was changed by expanding and contracting the drive pulley, with a low ratio of approximately 18:1 and a high ratio of approximately 7:1. The transmission was belt-driven and drove the real wheel by belt, with automatic belt tensioning by jockey pulley.
The New Model "L" Servi-Cycle, which gives you 30%, more power and is
acclaimed "The World's Best Model 'L' Powercycle," sets new standards for
safety, dependability, operating economy; and, for low initial cost.
The New Model "1" Servi-Cycle, fully-equipped, sells for $100 less than other
complete lightweight machines.
$248.00
FEATURES
- 30% More Power Three
- Speed Foot Shift
- Balanced -V. Drive
- Twist-Grip Controls
- Double-Action Fork Springs
- Aluminum Cylinder
- Kwick-Klean Air Cleaner
- Dependable Kick Starter
- Ouiet, Efficient Muffler
- Full Grained Leather Saddle
- Sturdy Safety Guards
- Safety Parking Stand
- Low Center of Gravity
- 100 Miles Per Gallon
Last month he took third place with his 1952 Mustang and they have won Bike of the Month
twice in the past.
Past Winnings:
September 2024 1938 Zundapp K800
August 2024 1941 BWW R12
Thank you, Bob for bringing your Simplex out for all of us to see. See all the photos in our January 2025 Gallery.
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