1950 Moto Guzzi ALCE PETROL Manual

Description

This lot will be auctioned by Iconic Auctioneers at The Iconic Motorcycle Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2026 on Sunday the 15th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. The price indicated is the lower estimate. Please note we are unable to offer part exchange or finance. Description: The 1945 Moto Guzzi Alce was the final production year of Italy's most iconic military motorcycle of World War II, Powered by a 498.4cc horizontal single-cylinder, air-cooled four-stroke engine with Inlet Over Exhaust (IOE) valves and a hand-change 4-speed gearbox with a pre-selector,The external flywheel was covered by a metal pressing because the engine was set rather high in the frame and there was a risk of the 'bacon slicer' interfering with the rider’s leg,6,390 bikes were built between 1939 and 1945 (roughly 10% were equipped with sidecars) and they were the backbone of the Italian Royal Army. It was employed on all fronts for the delivery of despatches and orders, reconnaissance work and by some special assault groups,Appreciated by Italian servicemen and enjoyed the respect of the allied forces, who were always very glad to capture reusable models.,This example is presented in running order and in restored condition, retaining its original carburettor and foot pegs (as pictured),Recent recommission including tyres and drive chain,UK-registered on a current V5C,Being offered with No Reserve,

Electronic Stability Program (ESP); Previously Registered Overseas; Safety Belt Pretensioners

Ad ID: 1800685913

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