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1953 MV Agusta 150cc TEL 'Sport Competizione'Frame no. 032584/4Engine no. S 0206895Much better engineered than any British contemporary, the MV Agusta's 125cc TEL 'stroker' of 1949 was powered by a neat unitary construction single-cylinder engine which, somewhat unusually for a post-war design, featured detachable transfer ports. The 125 MV offered here is presented in Competizione specification, intended for Italy's popular long-distance races such as Milan-Taranto and the Moto Giro d'Italia. We are advised that the late owner carried out a 'last nut and bolt' restoration during 2018/2019, including a full engine rebuild (we note, however, the brightwork is furring up throughout and would benefit from attention). After completion, the machine received a 1st place award in the MV concours at the 'Festival of 1000 Bikes' in 2019, where Giacomo Agostini signed the tank (see photograph on file). Turning over with good compression, the MV is offered with an invoice (dated December 2018) for a crankshaft recondition with con-rod kit and re-assembly. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1956 MV Agusta 175cc CSTLFrame no. 416580Engine no. 413081TMV Agusta introduced its first production four-strokes at the Milan Show in 1952, with production of the 175cc CS, CSS, and CST commencing in 1954. The newcomers' advanced overhead-cam, unitary construction engine set them apart from most of the opposition, while their cycle parts too were state-of-the-art, consisting of a duplex loop frame incorporating the engine as a stressed member, oil-damped telescopic front fork, swinging-arm rear suspension and full-width alloy hubs. The CSTL, as seen here, was a new introduction for 1956. This CSTL has been cosmetically restored and would benefit from detailing. It should be noted that the NOVA Acknowledgement incorrectly records the Italian registration number ('150701') as the VIN number. Imported at date unknown, the machine is offered with original/photocopy ACI documents and an Italian libretto issued in 1963. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1959 MV Agusta 175 ProjectFrame no. 920155Engine no. 920094MV Agusta introduced its first production four-strokes at the Milan Show in 1952, with production of the 175cc CS, CSS, and CST commencing in 1954. The newcomers' advanced overhead-cam, unitary construction engine set them apart from most of the opposition, while their cycle parts too were state-of-the-art, consisting of a duplex loop frame incorporating the engine as a stressed member, oil-damped telescopic front fork, swinging-arm rear suspension and full-width alloy hubs. MV's OHC 175s lasted until 1959, by which time they had effectively been superseded by a range of pushrod over-head valve models: Turismo, Turismo Economica, America, and America Lusso, as seen here. Apparently an unfinished project, this cosmetically restored machine is missing its carburettor, speedometer, and electrical wiring. We are advised that the engine was rebuilt in 2019 and the machine comes with an invoice for a new piston (dated December 2018). The engine turns over with compression. There is no import paperwork with this Lot, which is offered for completion and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1963 MV Agusta 50cc Liberty SportFrame no. MVL 812838Engine no. MV-L-812676Although best known for their racing and road-going four-cylinder four-strokes, MV Agusta built lightweights throughout its manufacturing career and in its early days listed small two-strokes and even a scooter. Indeed, between 1955 and 1959 they listed a moped and in 1962 introduced the 50cc Liberty, an ultra-lightweight sports roadster. The Italian Highway Code no longer required such machines to have pedals, and the Liberty was aimed squarely at youngsters who wanted something more stylish than the traditional step-thru moped. A four-stroke in a field dominated by two-strokes, the Liberty featured a three-speed twistgrip-change gearbox at first while 1967-onwards models had a foot-change four-speeder. Turismo, Sport, and Super Sport versions were available. Nicely presented, this Liberty was restored by its late owner in 2018 and is believed to have been a runner when placed in dry storage. The engine turns over with some compression. The machine is offered with a Certificato per Ciclomotore (registration document). There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1964 MV Agusta 150cc Rapido SportFrame no. MV-RS-854266Engine no. MV-RS-854935After the launch of its first production four-stroke - a 175cc, overhead-camshaft, unitary construction single - MV followed up in 1954 with the similar, although overhead-valve, Gran Turismo 125. Similar models in other capacities followed, the first 150cc offerings appearing in 1959. Gran Turismo (GT), Rapido Sport (RS) and Rapido Sport America (RSA) versions were produced. Like their larger siblings, the small MVs were very expensive, costing as much as a British 500, which explains why so few of these the exquisitely engineered little bikes were sold in the UK. This 150 Rapido Sport displays a total of only 125 kilometres on the odometer, which is believed to be the distance travelled since its partial restoration (the toolboxes and front mudguard look repainted while the tank and other tinware appears original). The seat has been re-covered, the engine turns over with compression, and the machine presents well. Accompanying documentation consists of a NOVA Acknowledgement, an ACI Foglio Complementare, and the original Italian registration document. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1965 Triumph 249cc TigressRegistration no. not registered (see text)Frame no. none visibleEngine no. W18656Latecomers to the scooter market, BSA introduced its first 'proper' scooter in October 1958. Launched under the BSA and Triumph banners as the 'Sunbeam' and 'Tigress' respectively, both could be had with either a 175cc Bantam-based single-cylinder two-stroke engine or a new 249cc twin-cylinder four-stroke unit. Pressed steel bodywork of conventional appearance was wrapped around a duplex loop frame. For the 249cc version, comfortable cruising at 55mph and an average fuel consumption of around 80mpg were reported by contemporary road-testers. Introduced too late to capitalise on the post-war scooter boom, the Sunbeam and Tigress were dropped in October 1964. This twin-cylinder Tigress is offered for restoration. It should be noted that the registration 'EOB 327C' is not recorded in the HPI database and thus is no longer associated with this vehicle. The machine is offered with its purchase receipt (1989) and its original logbook listing the frame number as '31423T'.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1966 MV Agusta 125cc GTL Racing MotorcycleFrame no. MVGTL 659356Engine no. MV-654164Disappointed by poor sales of its 1960 line-up, which featured newcomers with engines displacing 99, 235 and 300cc respectively, MV returned to traditional capacity classes in 1961, launching the all-new Centomila in 125 and 150cc variants. They were powered by an overhead-valve four-stroke single built in unit with a four-speed gearbox, which went into MV's familiar set of lightweight cycle parts. At the 1965 Milan Show the 125/150 range was updated with five-speed gearboxes, the 125 being offered in two guises: GT with 8bhp engine, and the more sporting GTL, which had 9.6 horsepower on tap. Apparently cosmetically restored, this 'racerised' five-speed GTL carries AMRRC scrutineering stickers (undated) and a Race Day pass for Armoy in 2013, while the tank has been signed by Giacomo Agostini. The machine boasts a Dell'Orto R2709 carburettor and Smiths tachometer and is believed to have electronic ignition. A concours entrant at the 2019 'Festival of 1000 Bikes', this machine is a runner and was last ridden at Brands Hatch at an 'Italian Day' in 2018. Ideal for Historic parading, the machine is offered with a photocopy parts book and NOVA notification printout. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1969 MV Agusta 250BFrame no. MV250B 2110300Engine no. 2110409Introduced in October 1967, MV's first production twin-cylinder roadster - known as the MV 250cc 2 Cilindri - was all new and showed clear signs of Japanese influence in its styling. Of unitary construction, the engine was a compact, twin-cylinder overhead-valve unit breathing through twin Dell'Orto carburettors and featuring gear primary drive to a five-speed transmission. Claimed maximum power was 18bhp and top speed in excess of 80mph. An improved and slightly more powerful 250B version followed in January 1969. This MV Agusta 250B displays a total of 16,859 kilometres on the odometer and was cosmetically restored earlier this year (stripped down and paintwork refreshed). We are advised that the machine was a runner when purchased and put it into dry storage. The battery and left-side tank knee rubber are missing, but the engine turns over with compression and the gears engage. The machine is offered with a NOVA declaration (omitting the prefix 'MV250B'), an ACI document, and the original Italian libretto. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1972 MV Agusta 125 GTL Super SportFrame no. MV GTL 660189 SEngine no. MV-657766In 1961 MV Agusta launched the all-new Centomila in 125 and 150cc variants. The Centomilas were powered by an overhead-valve four-stroke single built in unit with a four-speed gearbox (five speeds arrived in November 1965 on the successor GT/GTL models) which went into MV's familiar set of lightweight cycle parts. Unlike their immediate predecessors, the Centomila range (renamed GT/GTL in 1964) would prove to be an immense commercial success for the Italian firm, effectively keeping it afloat in difficult times. A comprehensive re-style in 1969 saw the GT/GTL emerge with lower, sleeker fuel tanks and a much more modern look, as seen here. This GTL displays a total of 2,770 kilometres on the odometer and would respond well to detailing. We are advised that the engine was rebuilt during restoration in 2018/19, and that the wheels were refurbished, and new tyres fitted at the same time. The engine turns over with compression and the gears engage. The machine is offered with a NOVA Acknowledgement (VIN missing 'S' suffix) and its original Italian libretto and other paperwork. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1957 MV Agusta 175 CSGTFrame no. 418785Engine no. 415179MV Agusta introduced its first production four-strokes at the Milan Show in 1952, with production of the 175cc CS, CSS, and CSTL commencing in 1954. The newcomers' advanced overhead-cam, unitary construction engine set them apart from most of the opposition, while their cycle parts too were state-of-the-art, consisting of a duplex loop frame incorporating the engine as a stressed member, oil-damped telescopic front fork, swinging-arm rear suspension and full-width alloy hubs. Differences between the CS and CST were mainly confined to the seating, the latter having a single saddle while the former came with a dual seat. Additional models were introduced as the range expanded, the CSGT, as seen here, being produced for the 1957 season only. This CSGT's paintwork is believed to have been restored, but more work and some parts are required to complete the rebuild. The engine turns over but without compression, and the speedometer is missing. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1960 MV Agusta 99cc Checca GT ExtraFrame no. MV.GTE 580325Engine no. S-580509MV Agusta's only new introduction for 1960, the Checca was offered in two engine capacities: 83cc and 99cc, its single-cylinder overhead-valve power unit being based on that of the 125 introduced for the previous year. Built in unit with a four-speed gearbox, the Checca engine went into MV's familiar set of lightweight cycle parts. Three models were offered: the 83cc GT; 99cc GT Extra; and 99cc GT Sport, the latter featuring a slightly more powerful engine. A relatively inexpensive route to MV ownership and a potentially most rewarding project, this apparently original and un-restored Checca should be a fairly straightforward restoration (there is no speedometer). Offered with a photocopy maintenance and operation manual. There is no import paperwork or any other documentation with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1966 MV Agusta 150cc Rapido SportFrame no. MV-RS-855990Engine no. MV-RS-855981After the launch of its first production four-stroke - a 175cc, overhead-camshaft, unitary construction single - MV followed up in 1954 with the similar, although overhead-valve, Gran Turismo 125. Similar models in other capacities followed, the first 150cc offerings appearing in 1959. Gran Turismo (GT), Rapido Sport (RS) and Rapido Sport America (RSA) versions were produced. Like their larger siblings, the small MVs were very expensive - at around £200 the Turismo Rapido cost as much as a British 500 - which explains why so few of these the exquisitely engineered little bikes were sold in the UK. This MV Agusta 150 Rapido Sport displays a total of 3,180 kilometres on the odometer and is believed un-restored. Offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed, the machine comes with a NOVA Acknowledgement, an ACI Foglio Complementare, and its original Italian registration document. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1976 MV Agusta 125 SportFrame no. 2180559Engine no. 2180616MV Agusta's quarter-litre roadster was completely redesigned for 1975, emerging as the beautiful 125 Sport, surely one of the most attractive four-stroke singles ever made. An alloy cylinder barrel and electronic ignition were features of the fashionably styled engine, which produced 14bhp at 8,500rpm, good enough for a top speed of around 75mph. The unit was housed in a very neat, silver finished, duplex cradle frame equipped with Ceriani forks and Scarab front disc brake. A full fairing was an optional extra. This example of one of the original MV company's swan-song models displays a total of 12,000 kilometres on the odometer and appears to have been cosmetically restored. The engine turns over and it should be noted that the front brake master cylinder is incomplete. The machine is offered with a photocopy parts list. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1976 MV Agusta 125 SportFrame no. 21802361Engine no. 2180939MV Agusta's quarter-litre roadster was completely redesigned for 1975, emerging as the beautiful 125 Sport, surely one of the most attractive four-stroke singles ever made. An alloy cylinder barrel and electronic ignition were features of the fashionably styled engine, which produced 14bhp at 8,500rpm, good enough for a top speed of around 75mph. The unit was housed in a very neat, silver finished, duplex cradle frame equipped with Ceriani forks and Scarab front disc brake. A full fairing was an optional extra. This example of one of the original MV company's swan-song models displays a total of 36,712 kilometres on the odometer. The engine turns over and it should be noted that various minor components are either missing or damaged, and that the wiring needs some attention. Offered for re-commissioning and sold strictly as viewed, the machine comes with an Italian registration document issued in 1986. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1977 MV Agusta 350 Sport 'Ipotesi'Frame no. MV350BE 2160488Engine no. 2160654Introduced at the Milan Show in 1971, MV's first production 350 roadster was basically an over-bored version of the existing 250B model that had been around since 1967. Two versions were made: the 350GT tourer and 350B sports roadster, both of which were updated with 12-volt electrics and electronic ignition in October 1972. They were replaced for 1975 by restyled, 'square case' 350 Sport/GT equivalents - also known as the Ipotesi (hypothesis) - the makeover being the work of celebrated car designer, Giorgetto Giugiaro. The basic engine architecture remained unchanged, but power went up to 34bhp at 8,500 revs with a commensurate increase in performance. Apparently cosmetically restored, this Ipotesi displays a total of 21,674 kilometres on the odometer and would respond well to detailing. The engine turns over with compression, and there is a crack to the speedometer lens. One key is present but there is no import paperwork with this Lot. Offered with a part list.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1948 Bianchi 125cc BianchinaFrame no. 126302Engine no. 126302Founded in the late 1890s, Bianchi made little impact outside Italy before WWII despite an innovative approach that saw a team of unitary construction, twin-overhead-cam 350s entered in the 1926 Isle of Man TT, the design having first appeared in 1924. In the post-war period the company's road range consisted mainly of lightweights, the mainstay of production being 175cc models like the Tonale. Below the Tonale in the pecking order were various two-stroke lightweights such as this 125cc Bianchina, which looks very much like Bianchi's equivalent of the BSA Bantam. With 5.5bhp on tap and weighing 70kg (154lb), the pretty little Bianchina had a top speed of 80km/h (50mph). This Bianchina is believed un-restored, although the engine has very little compression. Imported at date unknown, the machine is offered with a photocopy ACI document listing the Italian registration 'AT 8504'; however, there is no import paperwork with this machine. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1948 Swallow 122c Gadabout MkIRegistration no. not registered (see text)Frame no. None visibleEngine no. 641/22405Better known as a manufacturer of high quality sidecars, and the origins of the Jaguar car company, Blackpool-based Swallow announced the Gadabout scooter in 1946, with production commencing the following year. The Gadabout was powered initially by a 122ccc Villiers engine with three-speed gearbox, which was mounted in a sturdy frame, the side tubes of which served as exhaust pipes. The box-shaped body was topped by a slab-like seat, behind which sat the fuel tank, above the rear wheel. There was no suspension as such, apart from the compliance of the 4.00x8' tyres. A MkII version with leading-link fork was introduced for 1950, and the Gadabout continued in production into 1951, latterly alongside the 197cc Major version. This Gadabout's HPI check reveals that the registration 'LPJ 794' has lapsed and is no longer associated with this machine, which is offered without documents.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1948 Bianchi 125cc Bianchina ProjectFrame no. 148533Engine no. 148533Founded in the late 1890s, Bianchi made little impact outside Italy before WWII despite an innovative approach that saw a team of unitary construction, twin-overhead-cam 350s entered in the 1926 Isle of Man TT, the design having first appeared in 1924. In the post-war period the company's road range consisted mainly of lightweights, the mainstay of production being 175cc models like the Tonale. Below the Tonale in the pecking order were various two-stroke lightweights such as this 125cc Bianchina, which looks very much like Bianchi's equivalent of the BSA Bantam. With 5.5bhp on tap and weighing 70kg (154lb), the pretty little Bianchina had a top speed of 80km/h (50mph). Imported at date unknown, this Bianchina is believed un-restored (the engine turns over with some compression). There is no import paperwork with this machine, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1959 Ducati 125cc AureaFrame no. 125A 87654Engine no. 88224 DM125APreviously a producer of radios and electronic equipment, Bologna-based Ducati turned to motorcycle manufacture after WW2 with the Cucciolo ('little pup') a clip-on engine designed for bicycle attachment. The Cucciolo was soon followed by a range of proper, lightweight motorcycles, the first of which, the '60', appeared in 1949 and was powered by a 60cc overhead-valve engine. Another landmark was the arrival in 1952 of the '98' designed, like its predecessors, by Giovanni Fiorio. Fiorio's pushrod engine would be further enlarged and developed, finally featuring in a range of stylish 125cc models that would be produced into the early 1960s, one of the last additions to this line-up being the Aurea sports roadster, introduced in 1958. This Aurea appears cosmetically restored, although its lacks both a battery and a speedometer, and some of the wiring is loose. We are advised that the machine was ridden around the garden and all the gears were working before it was put into dry storage in 2019. In 2020 it was stripped down and the vendor has advised us that he has had it running recently. There is no import paperwork or any other documentation with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1957 Moto Guzzi Nuovo Cardellino 73 LussoFrame no. BDD09Engine no. BDD09Two-strokes did not feature in Moto Guzzi's range until after WW2, when the extraordinarily successful Motoleggera 65 put a entire generation of Italians on two wheels. A larger version of this air-cooled rotary-valve single - the 98cc Zigolo - first appeared at the Milan Show in 1953 alongside the Cardellino (goldfinch), which was a development of the original Motoleggera, retaining the 64cc engine of its predecessor while benefiting from a new, stronger frame. Early in 1956 the Cardellino was updated with a telescopic fork and full-width alloy hubs, and later that same year a 73cc version was announced. Further developed as the Nuovo Cardellino 73 and eventually enlarged to 83cc, the model remained in production until 1965. This particular Nuovo Cardellino was cosmetically restored in 2020 and displays a total of 12,999 kilometres on the odometer. The machine is offered with a hand-written note concerning its specification. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1950 Moto Guzzi 250cc Airone SportFrame no. 18316Engine no. M 101425 (see text)Moto Guzzi recommenced production after WW2 with a range of updated pre-war designs, which in the case of the 250cc Airone (heron) meant it gained a telescopic front fork, larger diameter brakes, and an aluminium-alloy cylinder barrel and 'head. In 1949 a Sport version became available; the original being renamed Turismo. Boasting a higher compression ratio and larger carburettor, the more powerful Sport offered a 73mph top speed and the ability to cruise at 60mph all day and remained a top seller well into the 1950s. Imported at date unknown and apparently cosmetically restored, this Airone Sport is missing its speedometer. Sold strictly as viewed, the Guzzi is offered with a photocopy ACI document showing that it left the factory with engine number '87088'. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1956 Moto Guzzi Cardellino 65Frame no. BM120Engine no. BM120A development of the immensely successful Motoleggera, the Cardellino (goldfinch) first appeared at the Milan Show in 1953, retaining the 64cc engine of its predecessor while benefiting from a new, stronger frame. Early in 1956 the Cardellino was updated with a telescopic fork and full-width alloy hubs, and later that same year a 73cc version was announced. Further developed and enlarged (to 83cc) the Cardellino remained in production until 1965. Like most Italian lightweights, the Cardellino was light-years in advance of foreign contemporaries being reliable, comfortable, and endowed with excellent roadholding and handling despite rather crude suspension. Apparently cosmetically restored, this Cardellino would respond well to detailing (the engine turns over with compression). There is no import paperwork with this motorcycle, which comes with an invoice (illegible) for work/parts and a hand written note quoting NOVA reference '17E225782'. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1958 Parilla 175cc SportFrame no. 407559Engine no. 407559Giovanni Parrilla built his first motorcycle in 1946, dropping his surname's second 'r' to call the machine a Parilla. Parilla's first motorcycle was a 250cc overhead-camshaft single-cylinder racer, and the firm went on to build a range of lightweight machines using two-stroke and four-stroke engines. At the 1952 Milan Show Parilla introduced the 'high cam' (camme rialzata) model for which it is best remembered. This 175cc single featured a chain-driven camshaft mounted on the side of the cylinder head, the valves being operated via short pushrods. Stunningly beautiful, Parilla's production racer was also exceedingly quick, one not-yet-run-in Competizione being clocked at over 96mph by an American magazine. Believed an older restoration, this 175cc Parilla displays a total of 37,926 kilometres on the odometer. The engine does not turn over, the gears do not engage, and the battery is missing. There is no import paperwork with this motorcycle, which is offered for restoration/re-commissioning and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1954 FB Mondial 160cc SportFrame no. 7531Engine no. 7531Few marques have achieved so fine a competition record in so short a time as FB Mondial. The name 'Mondial' first appeared on a motorcycle in 1948, when the Boselli brothers introduced a revolutionary double-overhead-camshaft 125cc racer. Mondial's miniature masterpiece duly brought the Bologna manufacturer its first World Championship the following year and proved equally dominant in 1950 and '51. Not surprisingly, Mondial's passion for racing rubbed off on its road range, which was exquisitely engineered and beautifully constructed in a manner unmistakably Italian. This two-stroke Mondial was cosmetically restored in 2020 but requires finishing and would respond well to detailing. A few minor components are missing, including the battery and speedometer, while the engine turns over. Imported at date unknown, the machine is offered with a photocopy ACI document and an original Italian libretto, issued in 1962. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1958 Gilera 175cc Rossa Extra Racing MotorcycleFrame no. 171-566Engine no. 171-4446Throughout the early 1950s, it was Gilera's racers that grabbed the headlines, taking six individual World Championships and five manufacturers' titles. Although racing generated valuable publicity, it was sales of road bikes that paid the bills. The majority of machines sold were lightweights based on the overhead-valve 125cc single that had first appeared in prototype form in 1948. Developed and enlarged first to 150cc and then 175cc, these simple OHV singles were top sellers throughout the 1950s and into the 1960s, although their high price outside Italy made them a relatively rare sight abroad. Introduced for 1957, the Rossa Extra was essentially a deluxe version of the 175 Sport. Apparently cosmetically restored and very nicely presented, this Rossa Extra racer features a Scitsu tachometer, Dell'Orto UBF24BS carburettor, Ceriani forks, and ventilated brakes. We are advised that this bike is a runner and was last ridden at the Brooklands Italia day in 2018 when it was taken up the test hill. It has been in heated storage ever since. There are no documents with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1960 Gilera 98cc Giubileo 'Scrambler'Frame no. 001 44931Engine no. 001 44931Throughout the early 1950s it was Gilera's racers that grabbed the headlines, taking five Manufacturer's titles and six rider's World Championships. Although racing generated valuable publicity, it was sales of road bikes that paid the bills. Most were lightweights based on the overhead-valve 125cc single that had appeared in prototype form in 1948. These simple OHV singles proved top sellers throughout the 1950s and into the 1960s, although their high price outside Italy made them a relatively rare sight overseas. The name 'Giubileo' was first used by Gilera in 1959, the year that the company celebrated its Golden Jubilee, for a new range of lightweights commencing with the 98 Giubileo. Believed cosmetically restored, this 'scramblerised' Giubileo is offered with a hand-written invoice for its purchase in December 2017. We are advised that this machine had been mechanically overhauled and the vendor has had the machine running recently. It should also be noted that although the engine turns over there is very little compression. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1955 Caproni Capriolo 75Frame no. 21174Engine no. 21112Named after the roe deer, the Capriolo marque emerged in 1948 from the ashes of the giant Caproni group, formerly one of Italy's largest manufacturing concerns. Caproni had been founded in the 20th Century's first decade as an aircraft manufacturer, and only turned to motorcycle production after WW2. The firm commenced with a 50cc ultra-lightweight before swiftly moving on, in 1951, to a 75cc model, the Capriolo 75, which was notable for its use of a pressed-style frame and a four-stroke engine of the overhead-valve 'face cam' type. This four-speed Capriolo 75 was cosmetically restored in 2020 but is missing its headlamp glass and seat cover. The machine is offered with two Caproni badges; an Instruction manual in Italian; and an invoice (dated February 2019) for relining a pair of brake shoes. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1958 Zündapp Bella 200Registration no. not registered (see text)Frame no. 122746Engine no. 42734After WW2 the mainstay of Zündapp production was two-stroke lightweights, and like just about every other European motorcycle manufacturer the German firm had to have a scooter in the range. Introduced at the Frankfurt Show in 1953 and based on the Italian Parilla, this was the Bella, which would go on to become the most popular two-wheeler Zündapp ever produced. Sold as 'Der Roller für den Motorradfahrer' ('the scooter for the motorcyclist'), the Bella was constantly developed and fitted with increasingly larger engines and remained in production until 1962. Offered for restoration, this Bella was sold new via Speedway Cars (Acton) Ltd of London W3 and comes with its original logbook listing only one owner. It should be noted that its original registration '704 RMG' has since been assigned to another vehicle and is no longer associated with this machine.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1955 Isomoto 125ccFrame no. M23399Engine no. 81963Nowadays Iso is best remembered for its muscular V8-engined Grifo supercar of the 1960s, but the company's origins were more mundane. Renzo Rivolta's Isothermos company had begun life pre-war making refrigerators, turning to the manufacture of scooters and motorcycles after the war and thence to the highly successful Isetta 'bubblecar'. After the failure of its first scooter, the Furetto, Iso produced the Isoscooter and Isomoto lightweight motorcycle, both of which used a Puch-style 125cc 'split single' two-stroke engine. Although it was a major manufacturer with more than 2,500 agents in Italy and Europe, Iso had its sights firmly set on the Gran Turismo car market and ceased making two-wheelers in the early 1960s. Displaying a total of 42,968 kilometres on the odometer, this Isomoto is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed (the engine turns over but without compression). There is no import paperwork or any other documentation with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1960 Itom 50cc Super SportFrame no. 58030Engine no. 1430001SFounded in Turin in 1948, Industria Torinese Meccanica began manufacturing clip-on power units for bicycles under the 'Itom' brand name before offering its first complete machine in 1950. Itom progressed from producing utilitarian mopeds to making small motorcycles, many of which carried designations such as Sport, Super Sport and Competizione, and thus were guaranteed to appeal to Italy's speed-obsessed youth. In 1959 pedals ceased to be mandatory for such machines in Italy, though they continued to be fitted to export models if required. A factory tuning kit was available for racing. Apparently an unfinished project, this incomplete example displays a total of 2,219 kilometres on the odometer. There is a photograph on file of the engine stripped down during rebuilding in 2019. There is no import paperwork or any other documentation with this Lot, which is offered for completion and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1957 Itom 50cc Super SportFrame no. 36003Engine no. 115161/SFounded in Turin in 1948, Industria Torinese Meccanica began manufacturing clip-on power units for bicycles under the 'Itom' brand name before offering its first complete machine in 1950. Itom progressed from producing utilitarian mopeds to making small motorcycles, many of which carried designations such as Sport, Super Sport and Competizione, and thus were guaranteed to appeal to Italy's speed-obsessed youth. In 1959 pedals ceased to be mandatory for such machines in Italy, though they continued to be fitted to export models if required. A factory tuning kit was available for racing, comprising a high-compression cylinder head, cylinder with chromed bore and suitable piston, Dell'Orto 20mm carburettor, and an expansion chamber exhaust. Believed un-restored, this pedal-equipped Itom sports moped displays a total of 5,642 kilometres on the odometer. There are no documents with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1950s Beta 125ccFrame no. 3053Engine no. 554Best known for its hugely successful trials and enduro models, the Italian firm that would become Beta was founded in Firenze (Florence) in 1904 by Giuseppe Bianchi and began life making high-quality bicycles. It was only after WW2 that the company adopted the 'Beta' name, which was derived from the initials of proprietors Enzo Bianchi and Arrigo Tosi. The firm commenced making clip-on motors for bicycles before producing its first proper motorcycle in 1950. Proprietary engines were used at first before Beta progressed to making its own. Long-distance races on public roads were immensely popular in Italy at this time, and Beta's products did well in events such as the Milan-Taranto and Moto Giro. Imported at date unknown, this charming Beta two-stroke lightweight is believed un-restored; there is no speedometer present, but the engine does have some compression. There is no import paperwork or other documentation with this Lot, which is offered for restoration and sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1959 Mi-Val 125cc Sei GiorniFrame no. 70631Engine no. 70631One of Italy's lesser known marques, Mi-Val started out as a manufacturer of machine tools and built (mainly lightweight) motorcycles from 1950 to circa 1967. The firm produced its own engines, both two-strokes and four-strokes, some of the latter featuring twin overhead camshafts, and supplied power units to Norman for its Nippy III moped. It also built the Messerschmitt 'bubblecar' under license as the 'Mivalino'. Looking very much like the lightweight MV Agustas of the same period, this 125cc two-stroke Mi-Val Sei Giorni (Six Days – a curious choice of name for a roadster but presumably chosen to reflect success in the ISDT) appears cosmetically restored but is lacking a speedometer and requires some wiring to complete. There is no import paperwork or any other documentation with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1961 Malaguti 50cc Gran SportFrame no. GAM6 5341Engine no. 3M 76219Malaguti was founded in Bologna, Italy in 1932 by Antonio Malaguti. The firm built bicycles for the first five years before branching out into motorcycle manufacture in 1937 using engines supplied by Franco Morini, thus beginning a lengthy association between the two firms. 50cc sports mopeds were a Malaguti speciality for decades, commencing with the Cavalcone and Olympique models in the 1960s. Malaguti ceased production in 2011. Apparently cosmetically restored, this Malaguti Gran Sport is offered for completion and sold strictly as viewed. There is no speedometer (the engine turns over). The machine is offered with printouts of online forum discussions and pictures of various Malaguti motorcycles. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1961 Motobi 125cc Imperiale SportFrame no. 431165Engine no. 430234Italy's oldest surviving motorcycle manufacturer, Benelli was founded in 1911 by the six Benelli brothers. Originally a general engineering firm, Benelli diversified into the field of powered transport immediately after WWI, offering a two-stroke 'clip-on' power unit for bicycles, which was followed by its first proper motorcycle in 1921. In 1950 Giovanni Benelli left to set up 'MotoBi', introducing a range of lightweights powered by distinctive egg-shaped two-stroke engines featuring horizontal cylinders. A range of four-strokes was built later but the overall look of the MotoBi engine remained the same. MotoBi was reabsorbed by Benelli in 1962 and sometime later its products were re-badged as Benellis. An unfinished project, this four-stroke Motobi Imperiale Sport is missing its filler cap, headlight glass, and some switchgear whilst the electrics require attention. The machine comes with a NOVA Acknowledgement and is sold strictly as viewed. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1965 DKW 48cc Violetta SportFrame no. 1583000236Engine no. 803 10001537DKW was founded in Zschopau in 1919 by Danish engineer Jorgen Rasmussen and built its first motorcycle power unit, a single-cylinder, clip-on engine for bicycle attachment, in 1921. Post-WW2, alongside its larger models, the German firm offered an extensive range of 50cc mopeds and ultra-lightweight motorcycles until the brand ceased to exist in 1969. The best known of these was the long-running Hummel moped, while the Violetta Sport, as seen here, was a new introduction for 1962. Two versions were offered: the pedal-equipped MK (2PS) and the pedal-less and more powerful KR (4.6PS) and the model was also marketed as the Express Carino and Victoria Avanti. Production ceased in 1966. This DKW-built ultra-lightweight is believed cosmetically restored and appears complete. The machine displays a total of 31,412 kilometres on the odometer, and the engine turns over albeit without compression. Offered with a www.moped-museum.de fact sheet. There is no import paperwork with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1966 CF 48cc GT JuniorFrame no. CF/J 1905Engine no. none visibleTaking its initials from designers Arduino Catelli and Leonardo Fiorani, CF was founded in Piacenza, Italy in 1928. The firm built high-performance 175cc and 248cc models, which enjoyed considerable success in racing, until it was taken over by Fusi, the Italian FN importer, in 1937. In 1967 an ex-Benelli executive, Sr Campagna, revived the brand and began producing two-stroke lightweights powered by Minarelli engines. Following Campagna's death, the firm was sold and closed down for good in 1971. Styled as only the Italians know how, this beautiful ultra-lightweight from a rarely encountered marque displays a total of 15,377 kilometres on the odometer and appears cosmetically restored. The engine turns over with compression and the gears engage. Offered with a printout photograph of the motorcycle. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1973 Benelli 250 Sport SpecialFrame no. S 481515Engine no. S 6338After WW2 Benelli turned to making clip-on engines for cycles and then a complete proper motorcycle. In 1949, Guiseppe Benelli left to found his own Moto 'B' Pesaro (Motobi) company, introducing a two-stroke lightweight with horizontal-cylinder that would spawn a whole range of larger single- and twin-cylinder 'strokers', all retaining the horizontal engine layout. Guiseppe changed direction in 1956, introducing 125 and 175cc models powered by overhead-valve, four-stroke, single-cylinder engines that kept the horizontal layout and integrated egg-shaped styling of the two-strokes; 200cc and 250cc versions were introduced later. Following Guiseppe's death, Motobi returned to the Benelli family fold, resulting in Motobi's four-strokes being marketed as Benellis from the mid-1960s onwards. This Motobi-style Benelli 250 Sport Special displays a total of 34,187 kilometres on the odometer and is believed cosmetically restored. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1957 Vincent 48cc Firefly Cyclemotor and Sun Bicycle (see text)Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 317Engine no. 1555 T05AB-153059Seeking new products to ease its parlous financial situation, Vincent took over the production of electrical component manufacturer Miller's new cyclemotor in 1953. Known as the Firefly, this 48cc two-stroke unit was designed to fit beneath a bicycle's bottom bracket and drove the rear wheel via a roller. The latter was larger in diameter than many similar devices and was claimed to offered improved traction and reduced tyre wear. Vincent soon offered a complete machine, which featured a lady's-type open frame manufactured for them by Sun. The Firefly outlasted its more famous v-twin brethren, remaining in production until 1958. Apparently fitted to a Sun frame, this Firefly must represent by far the cheapest route to Vincent ownership. There are no documents with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1979 Simson 49cc S50 B1 Sports MopedRegistration no. MAR 422VFrame no. 4696132Engine no. 3068167Along with MZ, Simson was state-owned by the East German government. Motorcycle production began in 1950 with a range of 250cc four-strokes, but from the 1960s onwards the firm concentrated on lightweight motorcycles displacing less than 100cc, leaving the larger-capacity classes to MZ. This example of an Eastern Bloc sports moped rarely seen this side of the Iron Curtain was first registered in the UK on 1st June 1980. Last taxed in 1997, the machine displays a total of 628 miles on the odometer and is offered for restoration (it should be noted that the engine is seized, and the seat is missing). Offered with a V5C Registration Certificate, the machine is sold strictly as viewed.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1960 DKW RT 175 VSFrame no. 45595734Engine no. 45069098DKW was founded in Zschopau in 1919 by Danish engineer Jorgen Rasmussen and built its first motorcycle power unit, a single-cylinder, clip-on engine for bicycle attachment, in 1921. One of its last introductions immediately prior to WW2 was the immensely influential RT 125 two-stroke single, which was manufactured after the war by Harley-Davidson as the Model 'S' and BSA as the Bantam. DKW themselves recommenced production of the RT 125 in 1949 and went on to build a range of larger models based on RT 125 lines, the RT 175 being one of them. Believed cosmetically restored, with the possible exception of the wheels, this DKW RT 175 displays a total of 4,643 kilometres on the odometer. We are advised that the machine was running when purchased but has not been started since it was put into dry storage in 2019. The engine turns over with compression. There is no import paperwork with this machine, which is offered with a photocopy of its ASI and original Motociclo Motocarrozzetta registration documents.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1963 Piaggio Vespa 150Frame no. none visibleEngine no. V46212M *75260* (see text)Together with the rival Lambretta, the Vespa mobilised an entire post-war generation of Italians, the hitherto humble scooter going on to become part of British youth culture in the 1960s as favourite transport of the fashion-conscious 'Mods'. Since its introduction in 1946, millions have been made and countless different versions come and gone, yet the Vespa of today remains recognisably related to the first one made 70-plus years ago. The Vespa was built under license in various countries including India, where Piaggio first licensed production to Bajaj Auto in the 1960s. This example was imported from India by its then owner in 2016 and displays a total of 2.4 kilometres on the odometer. We are advised that the machine was running before being stripped and restored in 2019, with only detail finishing left to do. Accompanying documentation includes the Form of Certificate of Registration from India (valid 2012-2017); shipping/import paperwork; an expired MoT from 2017; an invoice for a floor pan (2019); and a photocopy workshop manual. The vendor has had the machine running recently. It should be noted that the engine number appears re-stampedLot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1980 Moto Morini 344cc '3½' SportFrame no. K-20498Engine no. none visibleBefore the arrival of its family of 72-degree v-twin roadsters, Morini's reputation had rested mainly on its highly successful double-overhead-cam single-cylinder racers. An entirely different approach was adopted for the v-twins: each cylinder's two valves were pushrod-operated by a single camshaft while the combustion chambers were located, not in the flat-faced cylinder heads, but in the piston crowns. Coupled to a six-speed gearbox, this superb motor's performance belied its lack of capacity, endowing the lightweight, nimble-footed Morini with a top speed of around 100mph. Sport and Strada (touring) versions were made, early models having drum brakes, later ones discs. Apparently original and un-restored, this K-series '3½' Sport displays a total of 47,299km on the odometer. Imported at date unknown, the machine is offered with an invoice dated June 2019 for oil and a battery. We are advised that this motorcycle was a runner when placed in storage and that it has been cosmetically tidied up: frame painted, new pipes, etc. There is no import paperwork with this Lot. The vendor has had the machine running recently.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1966 Ducati 350 SebringRegistration no. VAM 644DFrame no. 03843Engine no. 03843Designed by Fabio Taglioni, Ducati's first overhead-camshaft single appeared in 1955. Desmodromic valve operation was a feature of the racing versions and would later be applied to the sportier roadsters. Small capacity lightweights were produced initially, the first 250 not arriving in the UK until 1961. The Bologna company's first 350, ¬ the Sebring, ¬ followed in 1966. The first major revision to the original design occurred a couple of years later with the introduction of the 'wide-case' motor that had a much-wider-than-before aft engine mount. This narrow-case Sebring was extensively restored in 2016, the rebuild including stripping and overhauling the engine; powder coating the frame; de-rusting and sealing the fuel tank; rebuilding the forks with new seals and hard-chromed stanchions; overhauling the Marzocchi shock absorbers; and relining the brakes. Hagon rebuilt the wheels with new bearings, stainless spokes and Borrani rims, while the tyres and tubes likewise are new. Other new components include the alternator-to-charging coils wiring loom; stainless steel mudguards; and chain and sprockets. The 100mph speedometer, headlamp reflector and headlamp rim are Ducati new-old-stock parts. The machine comes with a VMCC dating certificate; DVLA and HMRC correspondence regarding NOVA and registration; and a V5C document. A new seat is the only notified deviation from factory specification. Last run earlier this year, the machine is described by the private vendor as in excellent cosmetic condition with good engine, transmission and electrics.Footnotes:As with all Lots in the Sale, this Lot is sold 'as is/where is' and Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, condition, age, completeness and originality prior to bidding.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1956 Parilla 175cc Lusso VeloceRegistration no. JSL 696Frame no. 406129Engine no. 406129Giovanni Parrilla founded his Milan workshop in 1946, initially offering service on pumps and injectors and later that year showed his first motorcycle, an overhead camshaft 250cc model. This high-cam 175cc version was introduced in 1956, with the ability to rev to 8,000rpm and part of its restoration by the previous owner was the fitting of the sportier X1 cam and MSDS big valve cylinder head with a 22mm carburettor, plus a stronger seven-plate Ducati clutch. Very advanced for 1956, the gearbox is a cassette type that can be emoved without taking the power unit out of the frame. It was ridden successfully in the 2006 Moto Giro, providing six days of reliable enjoyment with minimal physical efort. As well as the 12-volt electronic ignition, it comes with a rare owner's handbook and instruction manual and its appearance and quality of design makes it one of the most attractive lightweights whose looks and style belie its age. For an enthusiast looking for an ideal machine for the historic class in the ever more popular Moto Giro, it warrants careful consideration. Offered with V5C Registration Certificate.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1948 Moto Guzzi 65cc Motoleggera 65Registration no. VXS 687Frame no. 22110486Engine no. 22110486Produced from 1946 until 1954, the Motoleggera was Guzzi's answer to the need for economical transport in post way Italy. Typical of the company's original thinking was the provision of rear suspension in an era when rigid frames were the norm for such a humble machine. Popularly known as the 'Guzzino', its two-stroke engine gave a modest 2 bhp at 5,000rpm and the machine's dry weight was a mere 50 kilograms (110 pounds). Until 1951 the model did not require road registration in Italy and the transport hungry nation naturally took advantage of the situation. In all, some 70,000 Motoleggeras were sold. This example is unusual in not being restored and it is substantially original, a credit to the quality product of the Mandello del Lario factory on the shores of Lake Como. The vendor has carefully replaced bearings and bushes where necessary to make the bike roadworthy but has respected the condition of the machine as an example of Moto Guzzi's production quality. It comes with a dating certificate issued by the Italian Owners Motor Cycle Club. Offered with V5C Registration Certificate.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1973 MV Agusta 750SRegistration no. XYO 11NFrame no. MV4C75*2140416*Engine no. 214-0400•Formerly owned by the late John Foulston•Believed only three owners from new•Present ownership since 1997This MV Agusta 750S was delivered new to the Gus Kuhn dealership in 1973 and first registered in 1974. The MV was purchased by the current vendor from Brooks' Olympia auction on 3rd December 1997 (Lot 165), at which time the odometer total stood at only some 2,000 miles. The machine was offered from the estate of the late John Foulston, gentleman racing driver and owner of the Brands Hatch, Oulton Park, Snetterton and Cadwell Park circuits, whose collection of racing cars was offered at Olympia the following day (see catalogue scans). It would appear that Foulston never registered the MV in his name, as one Piero Fenocchi is listed on the V5C as the sole previous owner (from 29th August 1974). An enthusiastic member of the MV Owners Club of GB, the structural-engineer vendor MoT'd the machine in May 1998 (at 2,022 miles) and has since covered a further 9,900-or-so miles over the years. The current odometer reading is 11,968 miles. The machine was last ridden on 26th April 2019, to the Bellingham MoT test centre. On the return from the MoT test, the owner hit a slippery patch and while miraculously keeping control of the Italian heavyweight, the tank brushed against a wall while coming to a stop, hence the dent on the tank's right-hand side. The paintwork is believed to be original/un-restored, hence the vendor's decision to leave the dent for the new owner to decide on the best course of treatment. 'XYO 11N' has been displayed regularly at MV OC club events and various shows including the 2014 Carole Nash Great Scottish Bike Show (see images of Giacomo Agostini aboard the machine). The (believed original) tool kit still in situ beneath saddle, and the machine also comes with a substantial file containing correspondence; invoices; expired MoTs and tax discs; old registration documents, etc. Due to the Covid restrictions and the vendor's advancing years, the machine has not been ridden since 2019 and will require re-commissioning to a greater or lesser extent before further use.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1977 Ducati 860 'Super Sport'Registration no. not registeredFrame no. 851375 (see text)Engine no. 851375DM860A heavily customised 860 GT, inspired by Ducati's beautiful Super Sport models of the 1970s, this Ducati 860 'Super Sport' has been restored and modified by marque specialists Made In Italy Motorcycles of Stowmarket, Suffolk. The original 860 GT was styled by the renowned Italian automotive stylist Giorgetto Giugiaro, just as he was moving away from sensuous curves in favour of a more angular 'folded paper' look. Noteworthy examples of the latter include the Lotus Esprit and the original Volkswagen Golf, but the result was disappointing when applied to a motorcycle: the 860 GT's appearance was not well liked. The 860 GT was capable enough, though: it just needed a decent set of clothes. Previous owner and Monaco resident Tom Craig wanted a 'green frame' 750 Super Sport but ended up with this 860 GT, which he decided to treat to an extensive makeover. Made In Italy Motorcycles were commissioned to re-style the GT with that classic Ducati Super Sport look, the project being overseen by Made In Italy's Neil Ridgwell. Neil felt uncomfortable doing a straightforward 'green frame' replica and is justifiably proud of the result, which like all the best 'specials' looks every inch a factory-built machine. There is no registration document with this motorcycle and it should be noted that the frame number has been re-stamped.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1950 Derny 98cc Tandem MopedRegistration no. not UK registeredFrame no. none visibleEngine no. 368468The name Derny is forever associated with the motorised bicycle used for motor-paced cycling events such as six-day and Keirin racing. The Derny was originally produced by the eponymous French company, but the name is now applied to all such pacing bicycles, regardless of manufacturer. The first Derny was built in 1938 by Roger Derny et Fils of Avenue de St Mandé, Paris. Derny also built a touring version called the Solo, as well as tandems and mopeds. The firm closed in 1957. Carrying the Paris registration '6957 X-75', this Derny tandem moped is powered by a 98cc two-stroke engine supplied by the Swiss Zürcher company and has, in effect, two transmission systems: a two-speed gear on the motor and a three-speed derailleur on the rear wheel. There are no documents with this Lot.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1970 Ducati 250cc Mark III ProjectRegistration no. BYV 449HFrame no. 100572Engine no. 100572Designed by the legendary Fabio Taglioni, Ducati's first overhead-camshaft single appeared in 1955. Desmodromic valve operation was a feature of the racing versions and would later be applied to the sportier roadsters. The first major revision to the original design occurred in 1967 when the 'wide case' engine was introduced, which featured an aft engine mount wider than before and numerous other improvements, the most significant being a stronger big-end assembly. Mid-way through 1968, the Mark III was introduced in both valve-spring and Desmo versions, differences between the two being confined almost entirely to the cylinder head. Noteworthy subsequent developments included further increases in big-end size; the adoption of a Grimeca double-sided front brake; and the introduction of electronic ignition on the final Mark IIIs in 1973. The latter came in blue/gold (valve-spring) and yellow (Desmo) colour schemes, while a Brembo front disc brake was an option on the Desmos. This Mark III was acquired, and its restoration started, but the project has yet to be completed. The works carried out so far are described as being to 'concours' standard; nevertheless, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's completeness or otherwise prior to bidding. The machine comes with a V5C document and is sold strictly as viewed. Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1979 Moto Guzzi 850cc Le Mans MkIRegistration no. GLN 298TFrame no. VE17771Engine no. 77844This MkI Le Mans has been owned for 40 years as part of a small private collection by the enthusiast vendor, a former professional engineer/mechanic. Purchased from the first owner in 1981, it has covered a genuine 14,858 miles from new, as verified by accompanying MoTs. The Le Mans has always been kept in a well-ventilated garage; been ridden mainly in dry weather; and is in excellent condition having been maintained by the owner. We are advised by him that the Guzzi runs very well and is a pleasure to ride (Bonhams has seen it in action). Restored in 1988 when the owner retired, the Le Mans has been displayed at various classic motorcycle shows and received many commendations; unfortunately, age and ill health forces its reluctant sale. It is fitted with Lafranconi black chrome silencers and modern Boyer Bransden electronic ignition for improved reliability (fitted two years ago) while the frame and fittings have been powdered coated in black and the tank professionally repainted. The machine has been serviced recently (2020), receiving new tyres; front and rear brake pads; Morris 20/50 oil and filter; spark plugs; and a new Yuasa battery. Accompanying documentation includes expired tax discs; old MoTs; and a V5C document. Workshop manuals and an original exhaust (requiring refurbishment) are included in the sale.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1980 Moto Guzzi 493cc V50 Mk IIRegistration no. BBR 377WFrame no. VE17014Engine no. 17623The Mark II version of Moto Guzzi's popular V50 is regarded as the best of the model that brought the pleasure of relaxed Italian style riding to the classic world. This little brother of the sleek and dynamic Le Mans and the long-legged 1000cc Spada made the concept of the company's transverse vee-twin available to those with more modest budgets to buy into the world of one of Italy's most famous motorcycle brands. Designed by the renowned Lino Tonti, the V50 featured two pushrod operated valves per cylinder with the combustion chamber inside the piston, in the heron head style of Moto Morini's famous 350cc twin. A dry single plate clutch, five-speed transmission and shaft final drive offered well proven technology that offered 40bhp to propel a neatly detailed machine for commuting or touring. This example was in the long-term ownership of a member of the Edge and District Motorcycle Club, who had developed such an affection for the bike that he bequeathed it to a fellow member in the knowledge that it would be properly appreciated and maintained. Since then, it has covered very few miles, kept in a dry shed and given the care appropriate to such a generous gesture. The proceeds from this sale will be paid into motorcycle charities.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1972 Laverda 750 SFRegistration no. not UK registeredFrame no. LAV.750*10995*Engine no. 750*10995*Lightweights, scooters and mopeds formed the mainstay of Laverda production up to the late 1960s when the small Italian concern, hitherto little known outside its home country, astonished the motorcycling world by introducing a 650cc parallel twin. After fewer than 100 had been made, the engine was taken out to 750cc and a team of 650 and 750 Laverdas duly walked away with the 1968 Moto Giro d'Italia. The first 750 GT (touring) and 750 S (sports) models spawned the 750 SF late in 1970. 'SF' stood for Super Freni (super brakes) and marked a switch from Grimeca stoppers to Laverda's own superior drum brakes. The SF also benefited from Japanese Nippon Denso instruments. Described by the private vendor as in very good, restored condition, this beautiful Laverda SF last ran in 2016 and will require re-commissioning before returning to the road. The machine comes with an additional solo seat (original) and is offered with Italian ASI 'Gold Plate' and FMI 'Gold Plate' documents. It also comes with copies of its Italian registration papers (the original registration papers and numberplates have been retained as required by the Italian authorities). An exciting opportunity to acquire a rarely seen Italian classic that can only become increasingly collectible. Footnotes:This Lot is subject to VAT on imported items at 5% on Hammer Price and Buyer's Premium, payable by the Buyer.This lot is subject to a fee of £125 + VAT payable by the Buyer, to undertake the relevant NOVA and C88 (Customs) clearance applications. Please see the Conditions of Sale for further information.This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: * N* VAT on imported items at a preferential rate of 5% on Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on Buyer's Premium.N If purchased by a UK resident, this machine is subject to a NOVA declaration, whilst the responsibility of submitting the NOVA rests with the Buyer to do so, Bonhams will facilitate the process by engaging an agent (CARS) to undertake the NOVA on the Buyer's behalf. A fee of £250 + VAT to do so will be added to the Buyer's invoice.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1974 Laverda 750 SF1Registration no. DBY 514MFrame no. 15092Engine no. 15092Lightweights, scooters and mopeds formed the mainstay of Laverda production up to the late 1960s when the small Italian concern, hitherto little known outside its home country, astonished the motorcycling world by introducing a 650cc parallel twin. After fewer than 100 had been made, the engine was taken out to 750cc and a team of 650 and 750 Laverdas duly walked away with the 1968 Moto Giro d'Italia. The first 750 GT (touring) and 750 S (sports) models spawned the 750 SF late in 1970. 'SF' stood for Super Freni (super brakes) and marked a switch from Grimeca stoppers to Laverda's own superior drum brakes. With the arrival of the SF1 (as seen here) in 1972, the model benefited from an extensively revised engine; larger carburettors; Conti silencers (replacing Lafranconi); and Lucas switch-gear, while the Nippon Denso instruments had been introduced the previous year. This SF1 was purchased by its late owner in 2007 (receipt on file). First registered in 1974 as 'XXJ 61M', the Laverda had been reregistered as 'DBY 514M' in 1988. Last MoT'd in 2017/2018 and last run in 2020, the machine is presented in generally good order but would benefit from tidying. It comes with a workshop manual; a repair and tune-up guide; and a substantial folder of history: original logbook; old/current V5C documents, bills, MoTs, SORNs, etc. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1983 Laverda RGS 1000Registration no. A40 SEUFrame no. 1405Engine no. 1405One of the final developments of the big three-cylinder Laverda, the RGS 1000 was the undisputed star of the 1981 Milan Show. A revised, less peaky version of the latest Jota's 120-degree crank, rubber-mounted engine distinguished the RGS from Laverda's other 1,000cc triples, though the most obvious difference was the cockpit fairing that blended smoothly into the fuel tank. Less noticeable was the lowered frame and altered steering geometry that made the RGS more stable and easier to handle than its predecessors. It was much quieter too, yet the more restrictive silencers had seemingly little effect on the performance of a machine that could still reach 140mph and crack the standing quarter-mile in a little over 12 seconds. Sold new by Fowlewr's of Bristol and acquired by the late owner in June 2006, this RGS has been used sparingly and kept in a dry heated garage. Last taxed in March 2014, it last ran in January 2021 and is presented in good condition throughout, MoT'd to 3rd August 2021. The machine is offered with its original warranty card and owner's manual; a workshop manual; a photocopy parts list; a V5C document; a copy of Laverda Twins and Triples by Mick Walker; and a substantial folder of bills, expired MoTs, SORNs, etc.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

Property of a deceased's estate 1977 Laverda 500cc AlpinoRegistration no. not registeredFrame no. 28120Engine no. 1273Broadening its range of models, Laverda launched the new Alpino 350/500 middleweight twins in 1977. Boasting twin overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder, a six-speed gearbox, triple disc brakes, an electric starter and cast alloy wheels, the Alpino was state of the art for its day but handicapped, in the UK at least, by a price that pitted it against much larger machines from Japan. Relatively few were sold in the UK and they remain a rare sight in this country today. Formerly resident in Spain, this Laverda Alpino was imported by Direct Classic Imports Ltd of Holt Heath, Worcestershire and sold to the late owner on 25th May 2017 (purchase invoice on file). Also on file is an expired MoT (February 2021); a copy of the machine's Spanish registration document; and assorted DVLA correspondence (perusal recommended). Last run in January 2021, the machine is described as in generally good condition throughout. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1995 Ducati 904cc M900 'Monster Desmodue'Registration no. N26 FWLFrame no. 031230Engine no. 20M900MOO9472Launched in 1993, the Monster has been described as 'the machine that saved Ducati'. Designed by Miguel Galluzzi, it was a breakaway from the company's established sporting style with its cruiser style and proved to be very popular; by 2005 the model accounted for half the Bologna factory's sales. The very first of the line was the M900, its trellis frame, 904cc vee-twin engine ('L-twin' in the factory's preferred words) and six-speed transmission offering performance and handling not normally associated with such a style of machine, but it proved to be a winning formula. In the vendor's possession for ten years, this fine example has been completely rebuilt, the power unit being entrusted to specialist Steve Jordan of Leatherhead, Surrey. The paintwork was applied by Kas Racepaint of Kettering, Northamptonshire, and the only deviation from standard in the rolling chassis was the fitting of an Ohlins rear shock absorber and the small fairing. It has a recorded mileage of 20,378 and comes complete with the service book and owner's manual. The overall appearance of this attractively customised machines reflects the pride of ownership and careful maintenance it has been given by the vendor. Offered with V5C Registration Certificate.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

1962 Simmonds Itom 50cc Racing MotorcycleFrame no. 3Engine no. 1018411 SInspired by Ducati Cucciolo importers Britax, 50cc racing began in the UK in 1955 but did not really take hold until the decade's end, when the availability of the quick and relatively inexpensive Italian Itom Competizione made the class viable. Indeed, the two-stroke Itom was the machine to have at the time, for it dominated the class in Britain and provided a number of future stars - most notably Mike Hailwood, Dave Simmonds and Bill Ivy - with their first taste of circuit racing. Dave and his brother Mike Simmonds were highly successful in 50cc racing during the 1960s, with Dave going on to become World Champion in the 125cc class in 1969 for Kawasaki. This Simmonds-framed 50cc Itom Special has the number '3' stamped on the headstock. Only a few of these frames were made and survivors are very rare. The four-speed engine boasts a John Pope water-cooled cylinder barrel, which was fitted to the John Pope Special ridden in the 1963 Isle of Man 50cc TT by Alan Dawson (competitor number '30'). The machine is described by the vendor as in good condition but will require new tyres if it is to be ridden. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

c.1958 BSA 646cc A10Registration no. SFK 855Frame no. FA7 1621 (see text)Engine no. DA10 11221Introduced in 1949, BSA's rugged 650cc twin had undergone considerable development by the end of the succeeding decade. On the cycle parts front, the introduction of a swinging-arm frame in 1954 had resulted in the original bolt-up gearbox's replacement by a conventional separate item, while the engine had benefited from numerous improvements including an increase in compression ratio for 1958 and the standardisation of the sports models' high-lift camshaft for 1959. First registered on 12th March 1958 and acquired by the colection in 2004, this BSA A10 is fitted with an engine dating from c.1960 (the accompanying old-style V5C lists the previous (Triumph) engine's number). It should also be noted that, somewhat unusually, the frame number reads from bottom to top. The machine also comes with an expired MoT (1989) and a photocopy old V5.Lot to be sold without reserve.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com

2013 Aprilia RRV450 Racing MotorcycleFrame no. noneEngine no. 45SX 02110This machine is one of approximately 50 built by Ian Newton (IN Competition) for the Thundersport GB Aprilia RRV450 Challenge race series. This particular machine has the highest specification permitted under the regulations. Its one previous owner was Lewis Rollo, who won many races on it prior to a crash in 2014. As a result of the damage, IN Competition replaced the frame with a new one. Present owner Paddy Reid, winner of the 1973 Senior Manx GP, bought the Aprilia intending to use it for track days, and it has also been raced for him on two occasions by a young rider from Northern Ireland. Sadly, a broken leg sustained in a cycling accident a few years ago has put a stop to Paddy's participation in such events. Last run earlier this year and always maintained to the highest standard regardless of cost, the machine is described as in good condition throughout.For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com