thank you, ici en france on aime voir ce que les pays étrangers ont apprécie de chez nous et je dois dire que la mobylette est un lien d'amitié entre tous les passionnés!! Merci
1:03 have 2 of these mopeds normal 40 orange model and Chrome “luxury” Yellow 50v model. They both have the original words on them 😬 Also fun fact : You can start these mopeds without sitting on them. While on the kick stand bring the right peddle to the top, decompress, (and choke depending on if cold or hot), then simply push down on that peddle and when the peddle reaches bottom dead center release the decompress lever. Notice if you cant start your bike this way this may be a sign your clutch cant grab as tight as its suppose to and you might need to replace it soon :)
@@RestoCycles Sure did th-cam.com/video/VGMhdZDv3oc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=yjJNKqGL0kXZL7PD I think the throttle was stuck open or something - she's rough, but she runs. I ordered an SHA carb from Treatland to replace the funky motorized bicycle carb. Thanks!
Good lord I remember having one of these things back in 1978 what a palaver soon ditched it for a Suzuki AP 50 that had a kickstart & actually went reliable
Hello yeah, thanks homie. Was having trouble starting this beast, but now it fired off. A simple order of operations really helps sometimes. Mon Français est mal, so English helps too.
Thank you for the video I just bought this same scooter two weeks ago and I couldn't get it started I thought it was a ignition coil but it turned out to be that thing on the side where you put it on the m letter and it started right up
I’m super glad to hear that! I need to redo this video at some point with a better camera. Glad that you got her going! These specific bikes can be so frustrating 🤣
Great video, really helpful. Does anyone know how to work out what type of motobecane they have? I’ve got the vin but it’s been out of rego for so long I can’t work it up in my state and country
Great video! Just got one of these, it was given to me by my friend who cleaning out someone's garage. I have no idea what year but I think it's the coolest thing....but mine has gas tank mounted on back fender. I have yet found one like it. Winter project......👍🇺🇸
Yes you can, if you notice in my video I mention that there is a switch on that little wheel were the belt is connected to. If you switch that the other direction you’ll engage bicycle mode. This bike is actually one of the better mopeds you can ride as a bike. Probably #2 in my opinion, #1 being a Vespa ciao
First things first moby’s are a pain. I would first suggest looking at the cable. Make sure its properly lubed up. If its not your cable the I’d check that decomp out. Maybe take the head of the engine off and investigate it a little more.
It states in the user manual to 'never' mount on the bike whilst it's on the stand. You should start it from one side without putting your weight on the stand....
@@RestoCycles ha.. I only read that because I just inherited a motobecane and it isn't working - no spark.. Not even knowing how it operates I found a pdf online.. I of course a real oaf at 110kg was on the bike trying to pedal start it.. Then I saw I really shouldn't.. Of course you look a lot lighter.... 🤣
@@newbeginnings8566 haha I’m just messing around, I’m sure accidents could happen. Unfortunately motobecane makes it that you have to take the flywheel cover off to clean the points, but if you’re having a problem with spark I would first, check all of your wiring make sure you have all your bulbs inserted tightly. Then check to make sure everything is connected and not cut anywhere. If anything was corrected check for spark again. If still no spark change the spark plug. If still not spark check that on/off switch out. Then lastly I would invest in motobecane specific tools to get that fly wheel cover off and clean the points. Unfortunately motobecane mopeds are not easy bikes AT ALL! VERY HARD TO WORK ON BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE!
@@RestoCycles yes I got the flywheel cover off.. I have the spark from the condenser.. I think the problem is the high tension.. I have buzzed everything through... The tyres are all perished - it was last used 40 years ago... I think they are a bit fiddly at first but more or less simple to work on... For sure I'll need to spend some money.. I have a N50 superconfort from 1970.. It was used by my partner to go to school..
thank you, ici en france on aime voir ce que les pays étrangers ont apprécie de chez nous et je dois dire que la mobylette est un lien d'amitié entre tous les passionnés!! Merci
1:03 have 2 of these mopeds normal 40 orange model and Chrome “luxury” Yellow 50v model. They both have the original words on them 😬
Also fun fact : You can start these mopeds without sitting on them. While on the kick stand bring the right peddle to the top, decompress, (and choke depending on if cold or hot), then simply push down on that peddle and when the peddle reaches bottom dead center release the decompress lever. Notice if you cant start your bike this way this may be a sign your clutch cant grab as tight as its suppose to and you might need to replace it soon :)
Just picked a 1979 50V today. TH-cam to the rescue! Thanks man!
Glad I could help! Did you get it going?
@@RestoCycles Sure did th-cam.com/video/VGMhdZDv3oc/w-d-xo.htmlsi=yjJNKqGL0kXZL7PD
I think the throttle was stuck open or something - she's rough, but she runs. I ordered an SHA carb from Treatland to replace the funky motorized bicycle carb. Thanks!
Good lord I remember having one of these things back in 1978 what a palaver soon ditched it for a Suzuki AP 50 that had a kickstart & actually went reliable
Haha! Yeah these things are literally insane to start if you don’t know what you’re doing. Probably my favorite looking moped though
Hello yeah, thanks homie. Was having trouble starting this beast, but now it fired off. A simple order of operations really helps sometimes. Mon Français est mal, so English helps too.
Glad I could help! I made this video so long ago. Maybe I should redo it. 😁
Never used the pedals on mine. I just pushed it forward off the kickstand and pulled the levers. It always started in a foot or three.
Nice!
Thank you for the video I just bought this same scooter two weeks ago and I couldn't get it started I thought it was a ignition coil but it turned out to be that thing on the side where you put it on the m letter and it started right up
I’m super glad to hear that! I need to redo this video at some point with a better camera. Glad that you got her going! These specific bikes can be so frustrating 🤣
Great video, really helpful. Does anyone know how to work out what type of motobecane they have? I’ve got the vin but it’s been out of rego for so long I can’t work it up in my state and country
You could always DM me on Facebook or Instagram. I’d be happy to try and help you figure it out.
Great video! Just got one of these, it was given to me by my friend who cleaning out someone's garage. I have no idea what year but I think it's the coolest thing....but mine has gas tank mounted on back fender. I have yet found one like it. Winter project......👍🇺🇸
Good luck my friend! These French bikes are a pain but if you have any questions reach out to us on Instagram with any questions!
I just bougt a Mobylette 40 t. I drives great. On mine the compression integrated in the gas handle.
Very interesting, I’m only familiar with the 50V models. Are all 40 t models like that?
@@RestoCycles i believe they are
Can you use the bike just with peddling ?
Yes you can, if you notice in my video I mention that there is a switch on that little wheel were the belt is connected to. If you switch that the other direction you’ll engage bicycle mode. This bike is actually one of the better mopeds you can ride as a bike. Probably #2 in my opinion, #1 being a Vespa ciao
Can you explain how the choke works mines not hooked up and im not sure how it goes
Yes, i will have to look into my bike soon
i got a moby, when i let go of the decomp the lever doesnt go back to its position. I have suggestions on what to check, or mess with?
First things first moby’s are a pain. I would first suggest looking at the cable. Make sure its properly lubed up. If its not your cable the I’d check that decomp out. Maybe take the head of the engine off and investigate it a little more.
@@RestoCycles Awesome, i hit you up on IG as well. took engine apart and its solid. i think its a cable issue too.
@@bgeraghty hit me up @andrewwmx on Instagram
@@RestoCycles already did im bryan44
This is av7 engine! Top speed 25mph right !?
Very helpful,thank you 🍺🍺 greetings from Italy 😊
Hope you got her going! Greeting from America!
@@RestoCycles i’m looking to buy one in a good shape 😃 maybe i’ve find out one near home 🙏🏻
@@RestoCycles apologize for my english 🥶
@@Paolone1963 best of luck for you!
@@RestoCycles thank you very much 🍺🍺
Nicely explained. Thank you.
Happy riding!
It states in the user manual to 'never' mount on the bike whilst it's on the stand. You should start it from one side without putting your weight on the stand....
It also states to only have 1 rider but yet comes with a 2 person seat. Good info though, you may be the first person to have read that.
@@RestoCycles ha.. I only read that because I just inherited a motobecane and it isn't working - no spark.. Not even knowing how it operates I found a pdf online.. I of course a real oaf at 110kg was on the bike trying to pedal start it.. Then I saw I really shouldn't.. Of course you look a lot lighter.... 🤣
@@newbeginnings8566 haha I’m just messing around, I’m sure accidents could happen. Unfortunately motobecane makes it that you have to take the flywheel cover off to clean the points, but if you’re having a problem with spark I would first, check all of your wiring make sure you have all your bulbs inserted tightly. Then check to make sure everything is connected and not cut anywhere. If anything was corrected check for spark again. If still no spark change the spark plug. If still not spark check that on/off switch out. Then lastly I would invest in motobecane specific tools to get that fly wheel cover off and clean the points. Unfortunately motobecane mopeds are not easy bikes AT ALL! VERY HARD TO WORK ON BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE!
@@RestoCycles yes I got the flywheel cover off.. I have the spark from the condenser.. I think the problem is the high tension.. I have buzzed everything through... The tyres are all perished - it was last used 40 years ago...
I think they are a bit fiddly at first but more or less simple to work on... For sure I'll need to spend some money.. I have a N50 superconfort from 1970.. It was used by my partner to go to school..
My friend have this bike tooo
His dad upgrade 50cc up 150cc
Turn on so difficult and run just 1m and it’s turn off
That’s pretty sweet, I didn’t know they made a 150cc conversion. Must have installed a completely different engine.
@@RestoCycles what max speed is your bike?
My bike 50cc is 54km/h
@@phamminh9901 my bike does about 30mph
@@RestoCycles oh that sweet my friend
Real mob
how to turn it off tho
The little black circle switch. Turn it the other way. I explain the kill switch function.
@@RestoCycles ok ty