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For sale Ducati Darmah SD 900 (1979)
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The DARMAH in general
In 2019, the leading American Gear Patrol named the Ducati 900 Darmah as one of the most emblematic motorcycles of all time. The Darmah was designed by Leopoldo Tartarini and first introduced in 1977 in two types: the SS (Super Sport) and the SD (Sport Desmo). The SD, which was the tourism version, came in two colors, black with gold or red with white, and remained in production until 1983. Its name came from a fictional tiger, which has to do with the combined qualities of agility and power. Its twin-cylinder Desmo (desmodromic) air-cooled engine was 864 cc in a 90-degree L-shaped system and produced 70 hp, while the transmission had five speeds. Two Dell'Orto PHF 32Cs took care of the power supply. The suspensions were Marzocchi with ...
Moto Guzzi Lemans III red (1984) for sale
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The 850 Le Mans III in General
In 1981 it was time for a renewal of the Le Mans series, which started very successfully in 1975 creating one the best sport bikes of the decade and continued with the Le Mans II in 1978 with small changes especially in equipment and fairing, designed now in the well known wind tunnel.
This time, changes were drastic, in more than 80 points, such as combustion chamber, cylinders, induction and exhaust, swing arm and of course looks. The result was the Le Mans III, a bike which stood amongst the hardcore Le Mans and the slightly "overloaded" Le Mans II. It had increased horsepower and higher top speed, and also had by design greater ability for engine capacity increase.
For sale Moto Guzzi 250 TS (1979)
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The 250 TS in General
The 250 TS lunched in the spring of 1973 and started sales next year being one of the first bikes produced during the De Tomaso period. It was derived from a similar Benelli model, produced in order to give Guzzi an immediate placement in the middleweight segment. Unlike the Benelli version it had light alloy barrel castings with chrome bores instead of cast iron. This resulted to an increase in output and a loss of weight. It also had
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 IIΙ (1983)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group.
For sale BSA A10 Road Rocket 650 -1957
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BSA A10 Road Rocket in General
The BSA Road Rocket was a 1950s British motorcycle developed from the A10 Golden Flash. The A10 had a reputation for reliability but was struggling to compete against the Triumph engines and the Norton Featherbed frames. Advertised by BSA in 1954 as 'undoubtedly the world’s greatest motorcycle' the Road Rocket
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 Monza (1982)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group. This way, the V50 emerged in 1975 with small production capacity until 1979,
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 Monza (B 1983)
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General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group. This way, the V50 emerged in 1975 with small production capacity until 1979,
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 II Polizia (1979)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group.
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 Monza (1983)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group. This way, the V50 emerged in 1975 with small production capacity until 1979,
For sale Moto Guzzi Daytona RS (1998)
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The Daytona RS in General
The Daytona RS is the most uncompromised Moto Guzzi after the famous Le Mans series, and with more modern technology of course, probably the best of its era. Apart from the 4valve cylinder heads, it also had Marelli electronic fuel injection & ignition, WP fork and rear single shock, and Brembo brakes. It was a ready to race sports bike, and had unique handling. Commercially, it was overshadowed by the much simpler 1100 Sport's sales. Total production run was 308 copies, and together with its unique technology and performance it is definately a sought after modern classic.
For sale Moto Guzzi SP1000 NT (1981)
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The 1000 SP in General
The SP1000 was designed as the factory's touring flagship, and was based on the very successful mechanics of the Le Mans series (frame, engine, transmission, suspension, etc).
The fairings were designed with the aid of the factory's well known wind tunnel, aiming at maximising aerodynamic protection.
The combination of top roadholding abilities (thanks to Le Mans "genes") with efficient aerodynamic protection, attention in built quality from the factory and the unique presence of Guzzi's transverse V2, make the SP1000 an excellent classic touring bike, able for any classic event, but also for any trip, regardless of distance.
For sale Moto Guzzi 350 GTS (1975)
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The 350 GTS in General
The Moto Guzzi (and Benelli) 4cylinder series was launched in 1973, after the willingness of both companies owner De Tomaso for such a series of models and a rather short development period of 2 years. The engine was built at Mandello, where it had been designed.
Initially with front drum, in the course of its production it was upgraded to front disc brake, and later the engine capacity was increased to 400 cc.
The smaller 254 launched a little later is the first production quarter litre 4cylinder globally.
For sale Moto Guzzi Galletto 192 Avv. elettrico (1962)
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The Galletto in General
The Galletto was launched in 1950, in effort from the factory to penetrate the increasingly popular scooter category. It is the first large wheel scooter world wide.
Addittionally, through the model's development, the engine capacity went from 160 cc to 175 and to 192, gearbox ratios from 3 to 4, and most importantly electric engine start feature was added, at a time which it was rare even on the greatest and most expensive motorcycles.
It succesfully combines the advantages of motorcycles (stability and roadholding, comfort, performance) with those of scooters (weather protection, ease of use, spare wheel, fuel efficiency), without their disadvantages.
For sale Moto Guzzi Lodola 235 Granturismo (1959)
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The Lodola in General
The Lodola was launched in 1956 and was in production until 1966. It is the last bike designed exclusively by Carlo Guzzi, with considerably different design than the models up to that time with horizontal cylinder. It initially had 175 cc, and 235 from 1959 onwards. Its slogan was " designed by the wind" because its design coincided with the construction of the factory's private wind tunnel, which was a world first.
One of its many charecteristics is the 2 mounting positions for the rear shocks on the frame, giving the ability for 2 settings in spring rate and shock absorber hardness, for better adjustment in the bike's current load.
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 IIΙ (1981)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group.
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 II (1979)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group.
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 Monza (1981)
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SOLD!
The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group. This way, the V50 emerged in 1975 with small production capacity until 1979,
For sale Moto Guzzi SP1000 NT (1982)
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The 1000 SP in General
The SP1000 was designed as the factory's touring flagship, and was based on the very successful mechanics of the Le Mans series (frame, engine, transmission, suspension, etc).
The fairings were designed with the aid of the factory's well known wind tunnel, aiming at maximising aerodynamic protection.
The combination of top roadholding abilities (thanks to Le Mans "genes") with efficient aerodynamic protection, attention in built quality from the factory and the unique presence of Guzzi's transverse V2, make the SP1000 an excellent classic touring bike, able for any classic event, but also for any trip, regardless of distance.
For sale Moto Guzzi V50 III (1981)
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The V50 in General
When De Tomaso took over Moto Guzzi in 1973, he brought over his own views on how the firm should act in order to avoid the financial dead end. Noticing that the previous management was stuck in producing only big twins with increased manufacturing cost, he instructs Lino Tonti (the firm's very capable chief engineer) to develop and produce smaller capacity twinsin order to cover that gap in the market, emphasizing in reducing costs through new production methods and automations, available at the Innocenti factory, also owned by the group. This way, the V50 emerged in 1975 with small production capacity until 1979,
For sale Moto Guzzi Lemans ΙΙI silver (1983)
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The 850 Le Mans III in General
In 1981 it was time for a renewal of the Le Mans series, which started very successfully in 1975 creating one the best sport bikes of the decade and continued with the Le Mans II in 1978 with small changes especially in equipment and fairing, designed now in the well known wind tunnel.
This time, changes were drastic, in more than 80 points, such as combustion chamber, cylinders, induction and exhaust, swing arm and of course looks. The result was the Le Mans III, a bike which stood amongst the hardcore Le Mans and the slightly "overloaded" Le Mans II. It had increased horsepower and higher top speed, and also had by design greater ability for engine capacity increase.
For sale Moto Guzzi V65 Police (1982)
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The V65 in General
In 1982 Moto Guzzi wanted to bridge the gap between its big blocks (T3, Le Mans, California, 1000SP etc) and V35-V50 which were considered entry level for the marque. The V65 was launched as a balanced proposition combining decent power, low weight and the firm’s classic handling and braking abilities. Press and customers gave it a mild reception, mostly because it did not differed enough optically from its smaller siblings, despite achieving all of the manufacturer’s targets.
For sale Moto Guzzi V65 Police (1983)
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The V65 in General
In 1982 Moto Guzzi wanted to bridge the gap between its big blocks (T3, Le Mans, California, 1000SP etc) and V35-V50 which were considered entry level for the marque. The V65 was launched as a balanced proposition combining decent power, low weight and the firm's classic handling and braking abilities. Press and customers gave it a mild reception, mostly because it did not differed enough optically from its smaller siblings, despite achieving all of the manufacturer's targets.
For Sale Moto Guzzi Lemans ΙΙ red (1980)
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The 850 Le Mans II in General
By 1978 it was time for an upgrade of the Le Mans series, which was introduced in 1975 with great success, creating one of the best sports bike of the decade. The effort was mainly concentrated around aerodynamics, aiming at increasing rider’s wind protection and increasing top speed. Therefore, the new bodywork was designed in the well known wind tunnel, making it optically relative with the 1000 SP, Guzzi’s 1000cc touring bike. New instruments, full and easy to read completed the changes. Front brake calipers were turned behind the suspension, the distance between the forks was increased and wheel base was increased by 15 mm. Apart from these, series II later introduced NiCaSil cylinder liners, a patent of Guzzi, giving cylinders greater durability.
For sale Moto Guzzi Lemans III white (1982)
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The 850 Le Mans III in General
In 1981 it was time for a renewal of the Le Mans series, which started very successfully in 1975 creating one the best sport bikes of the decade and continued with the Le Mans II in 1978 with small changes especially in equipment and fairing, designed now in the well known wind tunnel.