Homemade or anyone know what it is

[Jboyd4884]

Debating buying it, just want to see what a completed one looks like or is it homemade

 

[Charles S]

Looks like a Taco Frijole...

http://www.steenstacominibikes.com/Models.html

https://www.oldminibikes.com/forum/index.php?media/categories/taco.574/

 

[Jboyd4884]

Looks like a Taco Frijole...

http://www.steenstacominibikes.com/Models.html

https://www.oldminibikes.com/forum/index.php?media/categories/taco.574/

Hey it does look like that last one, thanks I’ll go and check it out then, he only wants $250

 

[minibikin']

Be careful as there were quite a few copies of the Frijole. If you aren't concerned with that, it's still a decent buy at any rate. Good luck...

 

[Jboyd4884]

Be careful as there were quite a few copies of the Frijole. If you aren't concerned with that, it's still a decent buy at any rate. Good luck...

Thanks appreciate that, is there a way to tell or not really?

 

[minibikin']

Thanks appreciate that, is there a way to tell or not really?

I'm no expert but most of the identifying traits can be found on the Steens site above. If I remember correctly the Frijole kit bikes weren't serialized.

 

[sonerenos]

Looks like the real deal to me. the engine plate needs some help.

first pic is a molested frijole series 2. the jackshaft was not standard on this model, but was unique considering the same design taco used on the other models like 44 and 99.

second photo is a reproduction from taco minibikes

third photo is a restored frijole series 2.

fun little bikes. best for a shorter rider.

 

[MiniBikeDan1980]

Debating buying it, just want to see what a completed one looks like or is it homemade[/QUOTE

Buy it, get a few parts, & ride the wheels off that little Steen's Taco - Frijole Mini Bike !!!

 

[Jboyd4884]

Looks like the real deal to me. the engine plate needs some help.

first pic is a molested frijole series 2. the jackshaft was not standard on this model, but was unique considering the same design taco used on the other models like 44 and 99.

second photo is a reproduction from taco minibikes

third photo is a restored frijole series 2.

fun little bikes. best for a shorter rider.

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Awesome thanks!

 

[Jboyd4884]

Will do!!!! Thanks

 

[Jboyd4884]

Thanks for the help guys, one last one I promise lol I bought this one a few months ago, the guy said it’s a taco but I think it’s a Azusa. I’ve searched everywhere for a model number or anything and no luck

 

[Charles S]

Thanks for the help guys, one last one I promise lol I bought this one a few months ago, the guy said it’s a taco but I think it’s a Azusa. I’ve searched everywhere for a model number or anything and no luck

Taco 22 DB (drum brake), Serie III, or a knockoff/reproduction.

https://www.tacominibikes.com/taco-22-frame-kit
https://www.tacominibikes.com/taco-22-parts-kit

https://gokartsusa.com/357-Minibike-Frame-Kit.aspx
https://gokartsusa.com/Little-BadAss-357-Minibike-Parts-Kit.aspx

 

[Jboyd4884]

Taco 22 DB (drum brake), Serie III, or a knockoff/reproduction.

https://www.tacominibikes.com/taco-22-frame-kit
https://www.tacominibikes.com/taco-22-parts-kit

https://gokartsusa.com/357-Minibike-Frame-Kit.aspx
https://gokartsusa.com/Little-BadAss-357-Minibike-Parts-Kit.aspx

Yep that’s what I was betting on, thanks for your help

 

[MiniBikeDan1980]

Does the Taco 22 have a serial number stamped on the left side lower frame rail a few inches in front of the left footpeg mount (clutch side)? If so, then you can use the serial number to determine the year & series it is & is pretty good proof it is original. It is certainly a Steen's Taco - Taco 22 Mini Bike original, a new version that are currently sold by Joe Rivello the owner of Taco Mini Bikes, or even a knock-off clone. It is not an Azusa Mini Bike for sure but it does have Azusa Tri-Star Wheels on it & that might have been what made you think it was an Azusa Mini Bike instead of a Taco 22 Mini Bike.

 

[Charles S]

Does the Taco 22 have a serial number stamped on the left side lower frame rail a few inches in front of the left footpeg mount (clutch side)? If so, then you can use the serial number to determine the year & series it is & is pretty good proof it is original. It is certainly a Steen's Taco - Taco 22 Mini Bike original, a new version that are currently sold by Joe Rivello the owner of Taco Mini Bikes, or even a knock-off clone. It is not an Azusa Mini Bike for sure but it does have Azusa Tri-Star Wheels on it & that might have been what made you think it was an Azusa Mini Bike instead of a Taco 22 Mini Bike.

I said Series III because it isn't the bolt-together frame but I now notice the fork isn't right for a Series III (compared to picture on steenstacominibikes.com). The fork is different from other Taco forks I've seen. I'm no expert. Joe's parts kit comes with Tri-Star wheels, as does GKUSA's kit. I wouldn't trust that decal on the fork too much, it's pristine. Look at the brake, sprocket, paint, decal, etc., everything looks pretty much new. The seat is stitched, not heat pleated. I think it's a fairly new bike, but I guess it could be an original that's been restored and the wheels replaced, I do not thinks it's an original survivor. Whatever, it's cool.

 

[Jboyd4884]

I said Series III because it isn't the bolt-together frame but I now notice the fork isn't right for a Series III (compared to picture on steenstacominibikes.com). The fork is different from other Taco forks I've seen. I'm no expert. Joe's parts kit comes with Tri-Star wheels, as does GKUSA's kit. I wouldn't trust that decal on the fork too much, it's pristine. Look at the brake, sprocket, paint, decal, etc., everything looks pretty much new. The seat is stitched, not heat pleated. I think it's a fairly new bike, but I guess it could be an original that's been restored and the wheels replaced, I do not thinks it's an original survivor. Whatever, it's cool.

Thanks, that’s why I was so certain it wasn’t a original taco cause it’s like brand new looking