A very Sachs-y motorcycle…

Whing-ding-ding-ding-ding-ding…..

You know the sound. If you’re one of us (that is to say, men of a certain age) two-strokes were a big part of the motorcycle world back in the day. And that’s what they sounded like….whing-ding-ding-ding-ding-ding…..

When I stopped by the factory on Friday, I spotted this classic moto-crosser tucked away in a corner of the warehouse.  Whoa!   What’s this?

Steve picked this puppy up last week…

It’s a 1967 Hercules Sachs, and our good buddy Jose traded it to Steve for some of our Pro-One VW parts.   The bike’s two-stroke engine is a 125…

The Earles front fork is pretty cool, too.   Better known on early BMWs, Earles forks give a very cushy ride, and folks in the know say they work way better if you’re hauling a sidecar.    I just like the way they look…

And here’s a macro shot of the logo…

This vintage stuff sure brings back memories…in 1967 I was a sophomore in high school!   It was all about Bonnevilles, Tigers, and Super Hawks in those days, but the two-strokes made their presence known…whing-ding-ding-ding-ding!

Later, boys and girls…just got some cool photos from Howard on his trip through Death Valley, and I’ve got to check those out!