the last confirmed despatch being 6 March 1962. Known frame numbers range from TB501 to TB1148. The very last machines were sold to a farmer and known as the Sussex Miniscooter. Later still, a variant known as the Lowline Chimp appeared, using a very similar frame and again a Clinton engine. Originally, machines had black handlebar rubbers but some later models were fitted with buff-coloured rubbers. The twist grip on early machines (as appear on factory literature) was manufactured by Amal with the cable entering parallel to the handlebars. Later bikes had the more typical Amal twist grip with the cable entering from below. Later models were fitted with a bashplate between the lower frame downtubes (by frame number TB879). The bashplate was dual purpose: to stop dirt entering the air filter, and also to protect the carburettor from damage. Even later models (by frame number TB1029) were fitted with a further small light steel plate shielding the carburettor float bowl and fitted under the heads of the front two engine mounting bolts. Specification Manufacturer: Trojan Ltd, Purley Way, Croydon, Surrey Model: Trobike Wheels: Trojan pressed steel split rim with tapered roller bearings Tyres: Front 3.00 x 5 Dunlop, Rear 3.50 x 5 Dunlop Tyre pressures: 20 pounds per square inch Accelerator and Brake linkage: Enclosed cable Brakes: two drums Chassis: ⅞ inch tubular steel, duplex Colour: White frame, red mudguards, black seat, yellow engine Chain: 3/8-inch pitch x 7/32-inch wide. 105 links Engine sprocket: 12 tooth Rear sprocket: 64 tooth Starter: Recoil Cut-out switch: Push button Engine: Clinton A490 Panther 2-stroke (de-governed for Trobike application) Lubrication: Petroil, 16:1 ratio Cylinder size: Bore , Stroke Capacity: 95 cc Fuel tank: All-welded ⅜ gall tank mounted on engine Transmission: Single speed via Clinton centrifugal clutch Electrical: Flywheel magneto Suspension: None Dimensions and weight Overall length: Width over handlebars: Wheelbase: Height over top of handlebars: Seat height: Weight: Performance Power: 2.5 bhp at 3800 R.P.M. Max speed: 0–30 mph: 21 seconds Braking distance: @ Frame The frame is manufactured from high-quality steel tube which is electrically welded to resist shock and impact. The steering head is mounted on ball bearings to provide ease and smoothness of movement. The front mudguard and the integral rear chain and mudguard are built of resin reinforced glass fibre and finished in red to contrast with the white enamel finish of the frame assembly. Engine The Clinton