Founded in Italy in 1945 and active until the early 1970s, Motom was unusual among European manufacturers of mopeds and ultra-lightweight motorcycles in preferring the four-stroke engine rather than the ubiquitous two-stroke. The first Motom motorcycle debuted at the 1947 Geneva Salon and immediately generated an enthusiastic following on account of its sparkling performance and exceptional fuel econmoy. Pressed-steel spine frames were another Motom trademark although, as time progressed, models with tubular frames were introduced and proprietary Peugeot and Zündapp two-stroke engines adopted. Following successful spells with Gilera and then MV Agusta, renowned racing engineer Piero Remor joined Motom in 1953, helping the company develop the successful 98T model. Production of Motom motorcycles ceased in 1971. This restored Motom sports moped is presented in competizione specification as it would have been for contemporary long-distance road races such as the Moto Giro d'Italia. Weighing a featherweight 42kg (92.4lb) and with 4.5bhp on tap, it has a top speed of around 90km/h (56mph). Signed on the fuel tank by former privateer racer Vittorio Zito, this rare Motom ultra-lightweight racer is offered with copies of period photographs, some technical drawings, and two instruction manuals. An un-numbered spare engine is included in the sale.