• Looks like a Allen Scythe model T or more likely TS, using the Villiers 25c two stroke engine and “Lightweight” or “junior” carb. Front cowl is missing, so is exhaust, so don’t try to start it! A major restoration job, but not impossible. You will find the original service manuals online if you search, and there are several suppliers of Villiers…[Read more]

  • My Allen Scythe (Model T) was purchased two years ago, and after renewing the ignition system and cleaning out the carb the machine ran reasonably well, though it put out a lot of smoke on uphill climbs and never seemed to have much power. So, biting the bullet, I took the head off the Villiers 25c two stroke engine, decarbonised it and fitted two…[Read more]