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General Discussion => Penton Talk => Topic started by: thrownchain on March 12, 2010, 10:01:57 PM

Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: thrownchain on March 12, 2010, 10:01:57 PM
I crossed paths with a guy who says he has what looks to be a Tyran...but it has a 400 Husky 4 speed motor in it. Claims to have an article about it, but was a little fuzzy on details. Did this bike ever exist?? What was it called?? and anybody have any literature they could copy and send to me???  Thx

We're currently trying to get our schedules to match so I can go view the bike, I will get pics.
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: Merlin on March 13, 2010, 06:39:25 AM
The engine is a British version of a Husky, the bike is what was originally named American Eagle.

Quote: Thomas Jefferson, We are all born ignorant, some work to remain that way.
 Quote:Peter Villacaro, "it is impossible to teach those that wish not to be taught".
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: firstturn on March 13, 2010, 08:33:16 AM
Merlin is correct about the American Eagle, but it could also be a Sprite.  I believe the engine was a 405cc.  I am not really familiar with the these bikes so maybe a Expert will help us once you get a picture.

Ron Carbaugh
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: Paul Danik on March 13, 2010, 09:18:51 AM
Dan,

   There are a few around.  Neat bike.

http://www.vintagehusky.com/images/restorations/resto30.htm

Hope to see you at York.

Paul
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: thrownchain on March 13, 2010, 03:36:12 PM
Thx Paul  :)
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: Kip Kern on March 14, 2010, 10:11:35 AM
Forest Stahl has a bunch of them and they are for sale!  765-284-7653;)
Title: "Off brand" info needed
Post by: imported_n/a on March 14, 2010, 11:16:08 AM
I have a dent free tank for a Tyran 250 or 400 if anyone is interested. Cheers Larry