“As lively as a Squirrel and never sheds a nut.” The Scott Flying Squirrel debuted all the way back in 1921, which is why the period slogan sounds a bit…dated. But the bike lived on for an impressively long time, surviving multiple closures of its parent company.
The water-cooled twin was available in 498cc and 596cc variants, both had a distinctive sound that became known as the “Scott Yowl”.
After World War II, a company called Aerco bought the rights and started producing their own version (considered the Birmingham Scott) starting in 1954. The made-in-Birmingham examples were also known as “Brum” Scotts, and they were upgraded with a new double-cradle frame with telescopic forks and swinging arm suspension. Due to the minimal engine braking afforded by a two-stroke, the bike was given a large 7″ twin leading shoe front brake.
The parallel-twin also got some upgrades, pushing out approximately 30 horsepower to a 3-speed transmission via a dry clutch. After an impressively long production run of 40+ years, Scott shut down in 1969 as they were only building one Flying Squirrel every six months.
This example is Engine #: DPZ4641.Per this screenshot, DPZ identifies the engine as “Detachable head Replica engine” with 498cc of displacement.
The VIN is difficult to read but appears to be S1355.
The odometer shows 16,807 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Rusty
Transmission Oil Level: Low
Transmission Oil Quality: Fail
2T Oil Level: Fail
Coolant Level: Cap Stuck Unknown
Coolant Quality: Fail (>0.30V)
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Dry and Rusty
Headlight High Beam: Unknown
Headlight Low Beam: Unknown
Passing Light: Unknown
Parking Light: Unknown
Turn Signals: Unknown
Tail Light: Unknown
Brake Light (Front Switch): Unknown
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Unknown
Plate Light: Unknown
Horn: Unknown
Kill Switch: Unknown
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 70% Drum
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 70% Drum
Forks: Covered Unknown Condition
Shock/s: Covered Unknown Condition
Tire Date Code Front: Pre-2000
Tire Date Code Rear: Pre-2000
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90%
Tire Press. Front: 0 PSI inflated to 20 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 0 PSI leaking
Battery Standing Voltage: 6v Battery Dead
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: Unknown
Running Condition: Kick, No Start
Test Ride Completed: None Taken
Test Ride Distance: N/A
Notes:
-Damper Knob Broken
-Air Pump Missing
-Tail light lens missing
-Radiator Cap and Drain stuck
-Chain is dry and rusty
-Unknown oil level or quality
-Unknown suspension condition
Recommendations:
-Battery replacement
-Trans oil replacement
-2T oil replacement
-Clean and Line Fuel Tank
-Carb Rebuild
-Fuel Line and Filter replacement
-Tires
-Chain Replacement
-Spark Plugs
-Full Suspension inspection
Modifications:
Campbell exhaust.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Avon Speedmaster tires that have aged out.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Scott is offered on a Bill of Sale with a UK plate for decorative purposes only.
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