
LOT 436
1955 Moto Guzzi 250cc Airone Registration no. 473 XVN Frame no. MCD68 Engine no. MCD91
Sold for £3,680 inc. premium
Lot 436
1955 Moto Guzzi 250cc AironeRegistration no. 473 XVN Frame no. MCD68 Engine no. MCD91
The Spring Sale - The International Classic MotorCycle Show|23 April 2022, 10:00 BST|Stafford, Staffordshire County Showground
1955 Moto Guzzi 250cc Airone
Registration no. 473 XVN
Frame no. MCD68
Engine no. MCD91
Registration no. 473 XVN
Frame no. MCD68
Engine no. MCD91
First introduced in 1939, the 250cc Airone (heron) emerged post-war with a telescopic front fork, larger diameter brakes and an aluminium-alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. With a 70mph top speed and the ability to cruise at 60mph all day, the Airone remained a top-seller well into the 1950s. This Airone was purchased from Bonhams' sale of the Morbidelli Motorcycle Museum Collection in August 2020 (Lot 624). Believed to retain its original frame and engine, the machine was originally hand painted and has been stripped back to reveal its original condition and patina. On file is a lengthy list of works completed since acquisition, which includes re-laced wheels with new rims; new tyres; new clutch; new wiring loom; and refurbished brakes, carburettor and speedometer. This little Guzzi is a very useable motorcycle. Accompanying documentation includes an Italian tax disc; a V5C Registration Certificate; and original Italian paperwork signed by Giancarlo Morbidelli.
Offered without key
Offered without key
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