LOT 84
The David Plant Collection c.1980 Testi 50cc Champion Special Moped Registration no. Q973 UHB Frame no. TESTI CHSP*01096* (see text) Engine no. 807 (see text)
The David Plant Collection, c.1980 Testi 50cc Champion Special Moped
The David Plant Collection
c.1980 Testi 50cc Champion Special Moped
Registration no. Q973 UHB
Frame no. TESTI CHSP*01096* (see text)
Engine no. 807 (see text)
c.1980 Testi 50cc Champion Special Moped
Registration no. Q973 UHB
Frame no. TESTI CHSP*01096* (see text)
Engine no. 807 (see text)
One of the most glamorous Fifties of its day, the Testi Champion Special boasted a specification that read more like a superbike than an ultra-lightweight. Manufactured from 1975 to 1982, the Champion Special was powered by a 49.6cc Motori Minarelli two-stroke engine available with either a three-speed or four-speed transmission. Other notable features included a radially finned cylinder head; duplex loop frame; mono-shock rear suspension; cast-alloy wheels; hydraulic disc front brake; matching speedometer and rev counter, clip-on handlebars; one-piece glassfibre tank and bodywork; stainless steel mudguards; a quick-action throttle; and a cockpit fairing (missing from this example).
This Testi was first registered in the UK in January 1990 (the V5C states manufacturing date unknown). The machine was purchased by vendor in 2013 and currently displays a total of 1,474 miles on the odometer (the engine turns over). Accompany documentation consists of an MoT dating from 1999 and the current V5C Registration Certificate. It should be noted that the HPI records the frame number as 'CH5P0109' (the '5' would appear to be a clerical error) and the engine number as 'D0M12620M'. There would appear to be no ignition barrel fitted.
Following a period of inactivity, this motorcycle will require recommissioning and/or restoration to a greater or lesser extent before returning to the road and thus is sold strictly as viewed. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness, history, authenticity, originality and mechanical condition prior to bidding.
Offered without key
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