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Thanks everyone! I appreciate your feedback. I will check the engine number when I stop by the warehouse. I've been working on a nice barn/shop. Can't wait to get all my stuff in one place! lol

Thanks Kevin. Whomever had the bikes did some mods to each. I will send a pic of the JP number. That is what confused me. But I'm easily confused these days. haha.

At least I did a search and figured out how to post a pic:)

right side

Well, it looks like I am able to send a couple of lower data pics. Will keep trying.

Thank you. I don't know how to post pics. How about you send a text to my number posted above? I will send pics that way if ok. I really appreciate your advice.

I had forgotten about the sidestand bit. Berkie is a 72.

Hi Kevin. Thanks for the quick response. The JP has a couple of different parts that made me unsure if it was pieced together. May I sent you a couple of pics?

Hi Folks. I thought that I could identify all my Pentons, but could use some help here. I recently picked up two, and have a couple of questions. I did refer to the guides here. The first bike is a Berkshire, with a 21159...
Assuming a November 1972 date, is it a 72 or 73?

The other bike is a Jackpiner with pre 76 attributes. The frame number has me questioning my noggin though. It reads 54 60690...

I am thinking 74.5 to 75 model. I am reading it wrong as a June 06 date?  All help is appreciated. I do have pics to send individually, as I can't seem to get the hang of posting them here. I don't know much about their history (estate sale). It does look like JP signed one tank in 2011. Both are runners. I do plan on bringing them to sell on my annual trip to VMD.

Thanks in advance!
Rob Brown
5408158411

Condolences...

Rick, thank you for the update. Dave was working hard at his spot, and I hope he will be able to recover soon. I picked up a 77 tank from him. And thank you for swapping shirt sizes for my buddy in VA. I bought L and he needed XL.

I drove to Danville to buy this one, because I feel a need to rescue these great bikes. There is not alot left. But it will hopefully be of use to someone. I will be glad to send pics to you. The airbox and aluminum side cover are good. Forks and tree look good too. Wheels: some parts ok.  8/72 frame. It just needs another home. I will bring it to VMD, along with an 82 Husky 250xc roller, an 87 Husky 250wr runner, and some other bikes; even oddball snowmobile bodywork! lol. I do have a listing on that dreaded FB under the "what are you bringing to VMD". I would prefer to com either by phone or email. 5408158411. VA. $135 will help me with another tank of gas in that motor home:)

I am looking forward to VMD again this year. I will be bringing along a few bits to rehome.

Penton Jackpiner roller (sorta) Aug 72 frame.  A few items on it. Cheap

82 Husqvarna roller 250xc. Almost as cheap

87 Husqvarna 250wr. A buddy's old bike. It was asleep but now awake:) $1600 bo

72 Honda Trail 70. Engine has been gone through w/new cylinder. Runs good, looks good. $$

Yard Man Sno Cub snowmobile bodywork. I don't know why it was in southern VA! Cheap

82 Suzuki FA50. A beauty. Neighbor's bike, original owner w/all paperwork. $?

Pics are available. Send me an email or text to 540eight 1 five 84 one one. I'll see what else the trailer can hold.

Thanks for this great website. Long live the site:)

Yes and Thank you! Now I understand how to get there. And to think that I used to go there without issue. D'oh!  Of course, now I have to look for my keys too...

Really great points. I don't post much, but do check often. I am now retired and have a few Pentons to restore or place. This is a valuable site for information. I feel that Rob has brought up some great ideas. It is my hope we find a workable solution in some way. I will be glad to help monetarily as I can.

On another matter, I have searched but can no longer find the model year and vin numbers information anywhere. Did I miss something?  Could be! Like that old band and song, "Old and in the Way".  I will be at vmd again, and hope to see everyone.

frame# 7-20857083

No motor. Can send a pic.

Update: I don't think my forks and clamps will be right for you. It is an older model w/ likely 32 mm forks. I think you have 35 mm.

I could not find the production year guide or serial number listing. Perhaps that won't come up on mobile? I will look on my laptop tonight. I may have missed news about these because I haven't looked in awhile.