1980 batavus regency He remained very faithful to start it once every 6 months or so and ride it down his drive way and back so as to keep it in good running condition. Engine is all original except for ignition coil that was replaced with 6 volt VW part. I’m performing a full rebuild have been able to locate nearly every part I need except for a 12V CDI ignition kit. Feb 7, 2013 · The tan 1978 Batavus Regency bike is available to be re-conditioned or fully restored. Adverts for this moped boast 150 miles per gallon fuel economy, and wide-profile Vredestein/Michelin tires. FOR SALE: 1978 Kromag Free Spirit - Kitted SOLD. I purchased a kit from treatland but was way too large for both my crank case and crankshaft. The company started as a manufacturer of bicycles and later expanded to produce mopeds and motorcycles. I also have a 1980 Batavus Regency with the Laura M56, its true their is little options for performance upgrades for this engine; however, I have been told that a Dell 'Orto SHA 13/13 carb might fit on with only slight modification. 1980 Derbi Laguna Sport I have been a machinist as well as an auto technician and enjoy working on and restoring unique vehicles.