1977 BATAVUS VA50 Moped with Laura M48 Engine [Clutch Install]

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Batavus BV is a Dutch bicycle manufacturer, owned by the Accell Group European Cycle conglomerate. Batavus Intercycle Corporation was the leading manufacturer of bicycles and mopeds in the Netherlands during the 1970s. During its most productive years, the company’s 350,000 sq ft (33,000 m2). Heerenveen plant employed 700 to produce 70,000 Batavus mopeds and 250,000 bicycles a year. During this time, Batavus was exporting 55 percent of its production with the remainder going to the Netherlands, which had more than two million mopeds in 1977.
In 1970, Batavus joined the Dutch Laura group, which includes Laura Motoren, and Laura Engines used on Batavus mopeds in the UK, except the Sachs-powered sports machine and the Mk 4S. First imports to the UK were in 1973, with the setting up of Harglo by two former BSA/Triumph executives, Wilf Harrison and Peter Glover. They imported and distributed Batavus mopeds in the UK and Ireland.
The early Go-Go V was a rigid frame machine, discontinued, but after the introduction of the Go-Go VA, four new machines were added to the UK market in 1974 and two more in 1976. By this time the company had a reputation for quality machines, which, while not the cheapest, were good to look at and offered little trouble.
At Earls Court, London, in 1976, Batavus showed the seven-model range; six machines were powered by the 48cc Laura engine, with V-belt primary drive and automatic clutch. The exception was the top-of-the-range Mk 4S, with motorcycle styling and the Sachs four-speed motor. Specification include an electronic tachometer, battery-operated turn signals and heavy-duty suspension front and rear. This model, which has the overall dimensions of a full-sized motorcycle was the biggest machine sold by Batavus.
As early as 1972 total production of bicycles was 250,000 and mopeds 60,000 a year. Of these, 60,000 bicycles and 27,000 mopeds went abroad. Sales were strong in West Germany and Switzerland. Iran, Israel, Belgium and Greece were also important. In Turkey, Batavus mopeds began to be manufactured under license in 1972. In 1977, Batavus made more bicycles and mopeds than any other company in the Netherlands. It was the biggest Dutch exporter of machines, with 55 percent of production going outside the Netherlands to accommodate interest for fuel-efficient transport in the USA during the 1970s. Batavus set up its USA headquarters in Atlanta, GA.
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In the early 1970s, bicycle demand continued to increase, prompting Batavus to expand the factory to 25,000 square meters.[2] Moped demand declined, and although there was a significant increase in moped popularity in the USA during the fuel crisis of the 1970s, Batavus built and shipped the last moped in the early 1980s.
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[@marybrown5592]

I have 1 that runs perfectly all original

[@thepoppieprince]

do they only go 25mph or is it possible to get a little more hp to keep my attention??

[@karioka241983]

Hola!! Igual tengo una Batavus pero roja, la mandé arreglar, solo que está acelerada y me la dieron funcionando y ahora ya no quiere arrancar. Claro, le cambiaron el carburador.

[@jonamadatsu2918]

Great looking Bat. Parts can be found at places like Treatland, Myrons Mopeds, Lucky 2Strokes, and Moped Junkyard.
That model is similar to the one we have in Canada called the Gogo.

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

Thank you for the resources! It took me a few days of research before I found out if I typed in M48 it was pretty specific and found the clutch. I'm considering doing a complete tear down revamp on this bike if it keeps running as good as it is. Thanks again, and thanks for the comment!

[@adrianrushing2413]

Thanks for your video finally i video for a m48

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

I will be doing another video soon. The last time I rode her in the fall the clutch was acting and sounding funny. I might try to order a complete new clutch assembly. I did restore the back fender over the winter. Kept the original chrome but made it decent.

[@vegasboast]

I just bought a 1973 Batavus GoGo. It's identical to yours. I hope you make more videos, because it helps me get mine up to snuff.

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

Since I put the new clutch plate on it has been a super reliable bike. I was going to video on cleaning the bike, and all the chrome. It's filthy!!!! I'm about to start a Honda CT70 build with Mods. Thanks for watching bro! I'm going to go look up the GoGo and see what that's all about! I never heard of Batavus until I owned one lol

[@diydarkmatter]

lol . never heard of one before brother but looks cool . mopeds are fun you should keep it . besides who knows what kind of mods you can do to it . take care ride safe .

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

I never heard of them either, and I never owned a moped. It was fun for about 5 hours the day I got it. I'll take it for a test drive tomorrow. Thanks for watching Brother!!!! After watching your videos, I think I need a Lathe!!! I just happen to have a few nice chunks of black walnut.

[@Jarrod_D]

Cool 😎 nice moped I've got a little vespa someone gave me . I to wish I would have had one when I was a kid .

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

I'm sorry I waited so long in life to own a Moped! So much fun! Thinking about using a moped rear wheel on a 80cc bicycle build. The rear rim set up would be so professional as far as sprockets, etc... Thanks for watching, and the comment Bro! Have a great day!

[@fearsomename4517]

I need a belt for a older model Batavus it appears like yours. I'm not sure what year is mine any help would be great.

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

I'm pretty sure mine is a 1977. I don't know much more about it.

[@thefatherfintanstack]

I gotta ask you: I replaced the clutch and now the motor turns over like it's supposed to but it won't start. Is it possible to mess up timing by simply changing the clutch? I'd say no?

[@OlszkoolCustoms]

I'd say it had nothing to do with timing. Sounds like something electric preventing it from starting. Process of elimination lol Good luck. Let me know what you find it to be.

[@thefatherfintanstack]

@@OlszkoolCustoms I very much appreciate your reply. I'm afraid I may have damaged the coil or magneto by trying to convert lighting, horn, everything other than ignition, to batteried 12v.