The Classic MotorCycle

Adler 250

If you were intrigued by Alan Cathcart’s comprehensive feature on Adler in the June 2023 TCM, perhaps you might have been inspired to try restoring an example for yourself. Hopefully, the following will lead to an informed decision.

THE SPECIALIST

The Adler to Zundapp organisation is well established, drawing together enthusiasts for the German marques that made a habit of producing quality machinery before, largely, vanishing from sight. Bernie Stevens is probably the club’s principal enthusiast so we are grateful to have his insights on Adler’s 250cc motorcycles.

■ Adler to Zundapp: adtrizun@tiscali.co.uk; berniesbikeshed. wordpress; adlertozundappenthusiast (facebook)

MODEL HISTORY

Under the radar at the time, years passed before German company Adler (‘eagle’ in English) was recognised for its pioneering efforts with production two-strokes. Adler had

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