Maico M150

Maico M150
Manufacturer	Maico
Production	1950
Engine	Single cylinder, two stroke
Fuel System	Bing carburetor
Ignition	6-Volt Noris alternator with battery ignition
Transmission	3-Speed, manual
Frame	Double closed tube
Suspension	Front: Twin shocks Rear: Swing arm, twin springs
Front Tire	2.50 x 19 in.
Rear Tire	2.50 x 19 in
Weight
Manuals	Service Manual

Engine

The engine was a Air cooled cooled Single cylinder, two stroke.

Chassis

It came with a 2.50 x 19 in. front tire and a 2.50 x 19 in rear tire. The front suspension was a Twin shocks while the rear was equipped with a Swing arm, twin springs.

Photos

Overview

Maico M150

The Maico M150 was built from 1948 to 1950. It is based on the M125 and was delivered either with "Geradewegfederung" back or rigid frames.

Typical for motorcycles this era was the bolted frame with front forks, brakes and hub and half saddle. A pillion saddle was a retrofit option. This can be seen in photograph above.

Unlike most motorcycles of the 50's, there was the Maico was painted in both black and a bright green color.

Just like any Maico's of this time, the vehicle was equipped with a 3-speed manual transmission.

Make Model	Maico M150
Year	1950
Engine Type	Single cylinder, two stroke
Displacement	143 cc / 8.7 cub in.
Lubrication	Oil bath
Oic/fuel Mixture	1:25
Cooling System	Air cooled
Fuel System	Bing carburetor
Exhaust	Twin, chrome
Ignition	6-Volt Noris alternator with battery ignition
Starting	Kick
Max Power	4.8 kW / 6.5 hp
Transmission	3-Speed, manual
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Double closed tube
Front Suspension	Twin shocks
Rear Suspension	Swing arm, twin springs
Wheels	Steel, laced wire spokes
Front Tire	2.50 x 19 in.
Rear Tire	2.50 x 19 in
Front Brake	Drum, 125 mm
Rear Brake	Drum, 125 mm