Mopeds in Britain 1956

The Motor Cycle, 15 November

Phillips Gadabout  Bj.57

Motor: Rex

Phillips Gadabout  Bj.57

Motor: Rex

Phillips Gadabout

technical specification.

Phillips Gadabout  Bj.57

Motor: Rex

Phillips Panda Standard P 40

Motor: Rex 1 gear

Phillips Panda Plus, P 49.

Motor: Rex 1 gear

Phillips Gadabout, P 45.

Motor: Villiers 2-gear

Phillips Gadabout de Luxe 3, P 50.

Motor: Rex 3-gear

Economy Two-wheelers: On this and Subsequent Pages are Reviewed all Pedal-assisted Machines Available in Britain.

PHILLIPS

Continental styling is rivalled in the Phillips Gadabout from Birmingham. A single, oval-section tube forms the main member of the spine-type frame. Front suspension is by telescopic fork. The two-speed engine-gear unit is slung below the frame member and final drive is by chain. The pedals can be used to start the engine or, with the clutch locked in the disengaged position, to propel the machine. Engine capacity is 49 cc.

Full-width hubs incorporating 4in-diameter brakes are specified. The mudguards are deeply valanced. Ignition and lighting arc by Bosch flywheel magneto and the specification includes an electric horn, number plates and licence holder.

Price.

£69 3s.

Phillips Cycles, Ltd., Credenda Works, Smethwick, Staffs.

I'd no idea it was so easy to ride a PHILLIPS Gadabout ....

.. the MO-ped that offers you most - 180 Miles per gallon.

The Gadabout is unlike any other Mo-ped on the market. Its tubular frame

(not pressed construction) fully shock absorbing front forks, large size tyres,

and adjustable saddle position ensure that you are always comfortable, and at

ease with the machine. The design and specifications of the power unit, which

is specially manufactured for the Gadabout by a leading Continental manu-

facturer, has been selected after long study and practical testing of the best

examples and most advanced developments in Mo-ped engine practice. The

high power development by the compact little 49 c.c. engine (2·1 b.h.p. at 6,000

r.p.m.) as well as giving a useful turn of speed, ensures easy and flexible handling

in traffic, and will take you up the steepest hills without use of the pedals.

The engine can be started with the pedals whilst the machine is stationary,

and then driven away without pedalling. The road holding qualities of the

telescopic forks, tubular frame, and large section tyres, and internal expanding

hub brakes result in a degree of safety not previously attained with this type

of machine.

far and away the finest Mo-ped you can ride!

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

ENGINE UNIT: Air cooled two-stroke, single cylinder, with unit-construction two-stroke gearbox.

BORE 4·00 m.m.

STROKE 39·5 m.m.

CUBIC CAPACITY 49 c.c.

COMPRESSION RATIO 6·8 to 1

HORSE POWER 2·1 b.h.p. at 6,000r.p.m.

CYLINDER: Chill cast aluminium alloy, with cast-iron lining.

CYLINDER HEAD: Aluminium-alloy, detachable. PISTONS: Aluminium-alloy, dome-topped, with anchored Gudgeon pin.

BIG-END BEARING: Parallel Roller-bearing type.

LITTLE_END BEARING: Phosphorous Bronze bush type.

MAINSHAFT BEARINGS: Ball-bearing type.

CLUTCH: Multi-disc, running in oil-bath. OVERALL

GEAR REDUCTIONS: Bottom gear 22·6 to 1. Top gear-14·9 to 1.

PEDAL-DRIVE Built in to rear end of gearbox, with Roller/Wedge freewheel mechanism, and back-pedaling trip-action for rear brake operation. Pedal drive to rear wheel through motor-in-chain.

SPARK PLUGS: 14 m.m.

IGNITION AND LIGHTNING: 3·2 m.m. (1/8) in advance of top-dead-centre.

WHEELBASE: 44". LENGTH OVERALL: 70".

HEIGHT OVERALL: 37". TOTAL WEIGHT: 96 lbs.

FRAME: Tubular head, with twin-tube "backbone".

FRONT FORK: Phillips No. 2 Telescopic spring fork, carried by ball-bearing steering-head.

HANDLEBAR: Wide-Raised adjustable comfort pattern, mounted directly on Telescopic Fork by two-point attachment.

BRAKES: Phillips Internal Expanding, hand-operated front, foot operated gear.

TYRES: Dunlop 23"dia.x2·00" section with Schrader-type valves.

MUDGUARDS: Deep-section pressed steel, with pressed steel channel-section stays. Side valances for front wheel and full-quarter sidepanels for rear wheel.

FUEL TANK: Large capacity, with reserve-type tap.

SADDLE: Phillips P.21/3, large spring seat. Adjustable for height.

EQUIPMENT: 3 1/3" Headlamp with provision for speedometer. Tail lamp and horn. Also tyre-inflator, bipod prop-stand, tool-kit, carrier, and blank front and rear number-plates.

FINISH: Flamboyant Red Enamel, with chromium plated fitments.

Best investment I've ever made....... this PHILLIPS Gadabout is a marvel for saving time and money!

PHILLIPS CYCLES LIMITED · SMETHWICK · BIRMINGHAM 40

join the ON BRITAIN'S MOST FAMOUS MOPEDS

WHATEVER YOU WANT IN MODERN MOPEDS YOU WILL FIND IT IN THE PHILLIPS RANGE

The PANDA Standard. As illustrated on front cover.

In Gunmetal Grey and Flamboyant Ruby,

Model P 40 51 gns.

"One of the most efficient units . . . entirely safe . . . unnecessary to pedal even on steep hill starts . . . the saddle is about the best 1 have come across . . . quick in acceleration . . . close on 200 m.p.g."

"Cycling and Mopeds'

Phillips have been acknowledged leaders in the moped field since mopeds first started to appear in this country. The original Phillips motorised bicycle was the first British moped, and many of these reliable little machines are still to be seen on the roads, continuing to give good and reliable service to their owners. Since then the "Panda" and the "Gadabout" have become familiar sights in all parts of the country, with reputations second to none. With a Phillips moped you have the satisfaction of owning a machine produced and designed by an organisation with a world-wide reputation in the production of fine machines. Every moped is individually road tested before leaving the factory, and Phillips appointed dealers are all fully qualified and equipped to deal with any repairs and servicing that may be needed.

Easy to buy ...

All Phillips mopeds are available on the easiest of easy terms, with payments from less than £1 per week. Your dealer will be happy to give you details.

Easy to ride ...

You will feel quite at home and confident on a Phillips moped in only a few minutes. It is as easy to ride as a bicycle--easier in fact, for the lively engine does all the work.

Easy to run ...

Road tax costs only 17/6 a year, and there is a special comprehensive insurance scheme available to owners of Phillips mopeds al very low rates. Petrol consumption of around 180 m.p.g. means that you can run a Phillips moped for only a few shillings a week-much cheaper even than going by bus.

PHILLIPS CYCLES LTD., BIRMINGHAM 40

PHILLIPS Panda PLUS

Rex 49 c.c. single gear, with hand operated clutch, telescopic forks, 23" x 2" tyres, low riding position, front and rear hub brakes.

Finished in Winchester Grey and Cherry Red. Complete with number plates, licence holder electric horn, Miller lighting and built-in prop-stand.

Accessories available are: Legshields at 0-5-0,

Windshield for £2-7-9, and Pannier Bags £2-11-3.

Model P 49 54 1/2 gns.

PHILLIPS Panda PLUS 54 1/2 gns.

Traffic jams take time, and bus fares mount up, but designed to beat them both, the Panda Plus provides the ideal transport for travelling to work or for shopping. Simple controls, low riding position, single gear engine and 200 miles per gallon just think how this moped would be useful to you.

The Panda Standard at 51 Gns. is shown on the front cover.

PHILLIPS Gadabout 64 gns.

If you are looking for quick, easy transport to and from work or running around on pleasure, check the back page for full details of this Gadabout. With the strong reliable Villiers engine and two-speed gearbox, there is no pedalling on hills or to start away, whilst the combined gear change and clutch lever is simplicity itself!

PHILLIPS Gadabout

49 c.c. Villiers engine with twospeed gearbox, twist-grip gear change, telescopic forks, full width hub brakes, 23" x 2" tyres.

Finished in Flamboyant Ruby. Complete with speedometer, lighting, number plates, licence holder, electric horn and built-in prop-stand.

Model P 45 64 gns.

"Britain's best loved moped-noted for lively performance, good handling and braking. "

"Power and Pedal"

PHILLIPS Gadabout DE-LUXE 3

49 c.c. Rex engine with three-speed gearbox, twist grip gearchange, telescopic forks, full width hub brakes, 23" x 2" tyres.

Finished in Flamboyant Ruby. Complete with speedometer, lighting,number plates, licence holder, electric horn and built-in prop-stand.

Model P 50 74 gns.

"Sets new standards in performance . . . quite a new feeling in mopeds . . . its traffic manners are exceptional . . . as always the Phillips internal expanding brakes are firstclass stoppers . . . very powerful and progressive in operation . . . excellent steering and roadholding qualities . . . first-class control throughout the range . . . a good looking and thoroughly efficient machine. "

"Power and Pedal"

PHILLIPS Gadabout DE-LUXE 3 74 gns.

Best in the long run. Yes, mopeds are often needed for journeys a little farther afield and here the Rex three-speed engine gives that little extra required. Just see the specification on the back page of this folder. If you want more power in safety and at the right price, this is the model and it looks good too.