Rickman Zundapp frame.

[jack82]

Just scored one of these.

Not sure when they were first made.  Can I build up a pre 70 bike using this frame ?

[flower pot racing]

I think the first ones were around 1971, so I would guess not.  Someone with more knowledge than me will no doubt answer.

Lovely little bike that can be made to fly!  Gearboxes can be problematic, but all spares are available and there are plenty of specialists in Europe that can help.

[firko]

Can I build up a pre 70 bike using this frame ?

Sadly no, otherwise I'd build mine for the class. They weren't released until 1971 as Flowepot Ben stated. The build date of yours should be on the steering head like in the photo below. They're a great little frame however, just about anything fits in the cradle.....see this thread http://ozvmx.com/community/index.php?topic=21957.0 and this one for some inspiration http://ozvmx.com/community/index.php?topic=21941.0
                                                                           

[Tossa]

mine still on the cards, bits coming from the gracious ben and motor in bits awaiting final rebuild

[firko]

Mine might be in the for sale section but I'm holding until my Mk4 Petite frame gets here before I make my mind up.

[jack82]

Thank's all.

I thought as much but wasn't sure. I've searched the net but have found detailed Rickman info hard to come by.

Firko I have not sighted the frame yet so don't know the year.......but am told it's a Rickman/Zundapp.....enduro with the extra sump rails.

Not too worried about the pre 70 thing. I'll build up a pre 75 frankenbike......wedge a ridiculously powerfull donk into it and go see if I can hurt myself....