The Canadian Cycle and Motor Company marketed these from 1908 to 1912, using their own bicycle with a slightly modified frame to accept the 230cc Motosacoche engine which originated in Switzerland. Roughly translated, Motoscoche means “motor in a pocket” -note the sub frame. These engines were sold as a clip on unit for bicycles, not unlike the much newer Whizzer. The bicycle is a standard CCM bicycle, apart from the slightly altered frame and the accessory “Hygenic Cushion Shock” front fork, handy for smoothing out the rough roads of the day. The drive to the rear wheel is by round section leather belt, similar to a treadle sewing machine. These little bikes were very clean running and were advertised as suitable mounts for ladies or members of the clergy. It was found behind a furnace in an old house in Toronto in 1957, and purchased for $5.00.

Impressions from the Saddle
The CCM is started on its rear stand. Fuel (gasoline or petrol) is turned on, and a “tickler” raises the float level in the carburetor until it floods over. The ignition is retarded, de-compressor lever pulled, a brisk pedal, and it starts when the lever is released. Like the Rex, lubrication is dependent upon a hand pump on the right of the fuel tank. You must give it a shot each mile or so, or disaster will result. The CCM has a belt tensioning devise, which can be released, and the rear wheel can be stopped with the coaster brake while the engine is still running. Off the stand, and using the belt tension as a clutch, with a slight pedal to help, you’re off. On the road it is a typical moped, but not as powerful as a modern one.

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