In order to keep up with the competition, Whizzer unveils the Model "300" Motor. This new engine had 7/8 inch valves, a more efficient combustion chamber and a higher compression ratio. These changes resulted in a 3 hp engine that could reach leg-wettin' speeds of nearly 40 mph.
For the even more daring customer, Whizzer also releases it's "Sportsman" model, which was much more like a real motorcycle. The "Sportsman" abandoned pedals altogether and uses a kickstarter.
In 1949-1950, Whizzer sold about 15,000 Model "300" motors at $109.97 each. The "Sportsman" cost $224.50 for the Standard edition, which had a clutch transmission, and $239.50 for the Deluxe edition, which sported the Bi-Matic automatic transmission.
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