I recently bought a vintage Murray Sonic Flite bicycle and was hoping you could help me with some information on it such as are there different models within the Sonic line? Rarity and possible value? And just anything you might think is interesting or just know about this bike. I’m far from an expert so I would greatly appreciate any insight you may have. I’ve included some pictures and as for a description:
I got this while buying some other antiques from someone’s back yard where it was leaning up against an old shed. You can see the rust it’s taken on. Not the worst I’ve seen on old metal that’s for sure. Surface rust, nothing eaten through. Luckily the shed and accompanying bushes provided some protection. Tires are of course toast. One spoke in rear wheel is broken and many are loose but intact. Chain guard says Sonic Flite. Tank on frame has a switch for the headlights on top with the actual headlights built into the front of the tank (I read this may be rare?) No dents. Looks like original Wall pedals in good shape. Wheels spin after about a can of WD 40 and some cranking. Mud guards are in great shape, no dents. Seat leather is torn up but seat is still there. Metal tab on rear hub says Komet Super. Let me know what you think and again I appreciate your time.
I got this while buying some other antiques from someone’s back yard where it was leaning up against an old shed. You can see the rust it’s taken on. Not the worst I’ve seen on old metal that’s for sure. Surface rust, nothing eaten through. Luckily the shed and accompanying bushes provided some protection. Tires are of course toast. One spoke in rear wheel is broken and many are loose but intact. Chain guard says Sonic Flite. Tank on frame has a switch for the headlights on top with the actual headlights built into the front of the tank (I read this may be rare?) No dents. Looks like original Wall pedals in good shape. Wheels spin after about a can of WD 40 and some cranking. Mud guards are in great shape, no dents. Seat leather is torn up but seat is still there. Metal tab on rear hub says Komet Super. Let me know what you think and again I appreciate your time.