Last summer I took possession of a real, 1969 Rupp "Roadster" survivor. I recall that at one time a model manufacturer had produced a miniature version of this classic bike so I wanted one as an example of my real bike. I couldn't find one until just recently. It's great to see MPC re-issue this model but I'm not sure as to "why?". In this day and age of social media addiction, young people are more interested in gluing their eyeballs to their I-phones rather than gluing small plastic parts together and creating something interesting. BTW: your clip was very informative and I'll use your suggestions when I build mine. Thanks!
I had one! ! also had the motoskeeter. actual bike. those models brought back good memories! ! Cheers
Last summer I took possession of a real, 1969 Rupp "Roadster" survivor. I recall that at one time a model manufacturer had produced a miniature version of this classic bike so I wanted one as an example of my real bike. I couldn't find one until just recently. It's great to see MPC re-issue this model but I'm not sure as to "why?". In this day and age of social media addiction, young people are more interested in gluing their eyeballs to their I-phones rather than gluing small plastic parts together and creating something interesting. BTW: your clip was very informative and I'll use your suggestions when I build mine. Thanks!
very nice. I never knew they made those. I should get one for my son.
Nice! You have so much fun with your builds. I envy you!
cool! another mini bike for the collection I see
I thought it came as a Die cast already. Looks awesome
AWESOME
make models that look like your builds that be cool brother 💪💪
Amazing brother!
Nice looks good.
Awesome
Thats the coolest
very cool
How much an original cost from 1970?
did they run 4hp Tecumseh's?
This early style frame had many different models ranging from 2.5hp to 5hp. This Roadster model was a high end one using 5hp and a 2 speed jackshaft.
oh, that's cool. as for a 2spd was it high and low or 1st and 2nd manual clutch
they are pretty cool there is a second centrifical clutch on the jackshaft that overrides 1st gear when you get up to speed
Oh wow
I got a really one😊
Do the wheels roll
They dont roll.