I enjoyed J S Lycett's article on the Clark
Scamp. I too own one of these pretty machines and was
wondering if I should restore it or not. The gold lining
put me off and I have kept it in 'as found' condition. I have an
original Scamp Rider's Manual and will be sending a photocopy of
this to the club library.
I wrote to a member of staff who was involved in the Scamp
production and he told me the following:
The Scamp project started in 1967 as a new departure from
making masts for yachts.
The Scamp could not compete with the new Japanese machines
that were coming onto the British market.
Because of financial difficulties, Lloyds Bank appointed a
Receiver/Manager in 1968.
As a result of this there was a 50% reduction in staff and
the complete disposal of almost all the finished machines and
components; about 3,000 to 4,000 were made.
The engine was Clark designed and manufactured.
The cycle frame was made by the CWS in Birmingham and was
similar to their Co-op Commuter bike.
No spares were kept by Clarks, who now trade as CMTS, Clark
Masts (Technical Services) Ltd.
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