Description
Please note: The seller has asked us to relist this Cushman in order to find it a new home!
We’ve also included the below video from Olly’s test ride:
Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
In the wake of the Second World War, the United States was experiencing a transportation boom, and Cushman Motor Works was eager to capitalize on the trend. Come 1949, the Nebraska-based manufacturer dressed up one of its 50cc scooters to resemble popular baggers like the Harley-Davidson Big Twin and Indian Chief. Dubbed the “Eagle,” the little scooter proved an instant success, quickly becoming Cushman’s best seller.
By 1958, Cushman had sold 15,000 examples of the Eagle, and the model was in need of an update. Come 1959, Cushman introduced the “Super Eagle,” fitting it with flowing bodywork on the forks and a large tail section over the rear wheel. Taken together, the stylistic changes made the scooter even more of a premium offering.
In 1961, Cushman improved on the scooter once again — this time via the power plant. With the launch of the Super Silver Eagle, the firm debuted its OMC Super Husky engine. Measuring 354cc in displacement, the four-stroke single made some 9hp at 4,000rpm and could ride to a top speed of 50mph thanks to its two-speed gearbox. Stopping power was taken care of via a pair of drums and a front telescopic fork (paired with a rear rigid axle) handled suspension duties. Cushman manufactured a range of accessories for the Super Silver Eagle, including extended mirrors, a windscreen, and a rear rack-mounted passenger seat like the pieces presented on the example before you.
This example is frame #: 193873, engine #: 160501, model #: 765879707.
The odometer shows 7,404 miles.
Maintenance:
The seller states that the previous owner performed a full restoration — “all sheet metal including the fenders, gas tank and headlamp surround were stripped and repainted. The front and rear seats were re-upholstered. The scooter received a full major tune-up and in addition service of the electrical, fuel system, carburetor, and starter. The horn and lights were serviced and a new muffler and battery were installed.”
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us service the chain, clean the headlight and brake light switches, and perform a safety inspection. Our service department notes the following in their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: OK
Tire Year Front/ Rear: CRACKED
Tire % Front/ Rear: 30/90
Tire Press Front/ Rear: 28/28
Brake % Front/ Rear : 90/80
Front hydraulic fluid: OK
Rear Hydraulic Fluid: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid: N/A
Oil: OK/OK
Coolant: N/A
Low Beam: OK
High Beam: OK
Turn: N/A
Tail Light: N/A
Brake Light: INTERMITTENT
Plate Light: N/A
Kill:OK
Horn: OK
Fork: OK
Shock/s: N/A
Final Drive: OK
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.7
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 12.2
Notes:
• BIKE IS VERY CLEAN, RUNS GOOD
• SMAL DAMAGE TO PAINT LEFT-SIDE EMBLEM
• WINDSCREEN HAS SCRATCHES
• FRONT TIRE CRACKED (COKER 3.75X9.75)
• LOW CHARGING OUTPUT
• WEAK STARTER SPRAG CLUTCH
• POSITIVE GROUND!!!
RECOMMEND:
• TIRES
Modifications:
Refinished fender, gas tank, headlamp. Re-upholstered seat.
Optional windscreen, passenger seat.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Coker tires that have aged out.
The sale includes two keys.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located at our facility in Santa Monica, California (please make an appointment for an inspection), this Cushman is offered on a clean California title. Have any Super Silver Eagle stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
