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I'd like to thank the buyers so far for their cooperation in dealing with a rookie Penton owner and forum user!

Most of the engine is now sold, although I still have the cylinder.  Aside from the foot pegs off of the 400, everything pictured on the striped towel is still available.  Please let me know if I can help you out!

Dave

I've had great luck with Al Buehner's website:  

//www.pentonpartsusa.com.

  He stocks many cables.  From what I can tell, he has some throttle cables listed that are for later models, but they are made to fit a steel throttle assembly and a bing 36 or 38mm carb.

Good luck!
Dave

Sorry for the misinformation, all.  I edited the original post, but will clarify here:  The engine is off of a 1974 250 Harescrambler.  My Uncle verified this.

Mike, here is everything I could find.  I'm pretty sure the number supplied is the correct one.  I don't see a leading number next to the one I gave you.  Pics below!  I'll email you about pricing.

Mike,

Sorry about that.  The engine serial number is 54 30003010

Are you still looking for that Bing?  I might be able to accommodate.

Let's see if these pictures work...I'm new to forums.

Great Stuff!

I'm a brand new member and Penton owner ('77 400 GS6).  This bike is 8 years older than I am.  Over Thanksgiving, my Grandpa handed this down to me.  Growing up, there were always stories of the great times that my Grandpa, my Uncles, and my Mom had on weekends when he would take them on family rides.  I was thrilled when he asked my Uncle to hand it over to me, since it is a somewhat rare bike, and more importantly, a family heirloom.  My Grandpa was the one who inspired me to start riding when I was a little kid, coached me along on technique, and told me all kinds of stories from the good old days where you could ride pretty much anywhere!

Got the ol' Penton home, sorted out all of the issues, and got it running.  First impression:  This thing is LOUD and VIBRATES like crazy!  Hats off to the Vintage racers of today and the champions of the past.  Bikes sure have come a long way.  That being said, it is extremely cool to have something like this.  I'll probably ride it a couple of times, then do a full restoration on it.  I will need the help of this forum along the way, I'm sure!  Too bad Grandpa just got his wrist fused straight from bad arthritis...I think he would love one last ride on this thing!

Dave
'08 KTM 300 XC-W(e)
'03 Yamaha TTR-125L
'97 Honda XR250R
'77 Penton 400 GS6 !!!

['74 250 parts:]

Hi All,

My grandfather handed me down a '77 MC5 400, which I was able to bring back to life.  Along with the 400 was the motor from his '74 250 Harescrambler along with some assorted parts from both bikes.  I'm no expert on Pentons, so it's hard for me to tell which bike some of these parts belong on.  Please contact me with questions and I can take some pictures and work out a fair price with you.  Here's a summary:

'74 250 parts:

Cases are intact.  I did not split them to see what was inside, but they are not empty.  The stator and wiring are there.  The clutch basket, hub, and plates are there and look to be in very good shape (probably the best looking part of it).  

Cylinder appears serviceable.  It will need bored due to some corrosion.

The head is in good shape except for a missing cooling fin.  It looks like it took a rock.

Foot pegs in decent shape

Full rear brake actuator assembly with good pads (no pad return spring though)

Rear brake lever

400 parts:

Complete Bing carburetor that looks to be in great shape.  I think my grandpa upgraded to a Lectron which is currently on the 400.


Other Parts (could be for 250 or 400):

Assorted kick start levers
Assorted foot pegs
Shift lever (tip appears pointed slightly forward but maybe that's correct)
Nice aluminum 52 tooth rear sprocket, teeth look great
Two rear axles (probably one for 250, one for 400)
One partial front axle assembly
Two different chain tensioners (not a pair)
Chain roller/guide assembly with spring
Chain break guard that surrounds the front sprocket

Thanks for your time.  Please let me know if you are interested in anything!

Dave