1955 Gilera 150 Sport (D246)
One of the most popular Italian lightweight motorcycles from the mid-1950s this exceptional 1955 Gilera 150 Sport comes to us from a private museum collection. The bike showing approximately 6,500 original miles was treated to a full restoration a few years ago and placed into the private collection and used for local events only thereafter. A complete and all original example with an official registration certificate.
Many unique features include the Gilera fender badge, flat, racing-style handlebars, solo sprung saddle and original Italian license plate. Very professional paint finish shows lustrous black on the fenders and frame and a rich Italian red for the fuel tank. All details are correct and this is an exceptionally clean and right example of a true classic. Bike has been in storage for a while and will need basic service and new tires before it is ready to ride. Truly artful style and detail, and a very good reputation for reliable mechanicals are are winning combination. A great addition to any Italian vintage moto collection.
GILERA 150 BRIEF HSTORY
As post war Italy rebuilt itself in the late 1940’s, lightweight motorcycles were very popular transportation much in demand. Gilera saw the need for an economical but sporty model with a 4-stroke motor and appointed talented engineer Piero Remor to design a suitable machine. The Gilera 125 was introduced in 1949 and was an instant success in the marketplace. Later Italian regulations allowed motorcycles of 150cc access to the motorways and Gilera upsized the 125 to 150cc to take advantage of the new rules. Introduced in 1952 the Gilera 150 was offered on Turismo and Sport trim and proved very successful. With minor variations the Gilera 150 remained in production until 1960 and over 96,000 units were produced.
1955 Gilera 150 Sport (D246)
Offered at $6,450
Price (before tax): $6,450
Make: Gilera
Year: 1955
Displacement: 150cc
Inventory number: D246
License needed: Yes
Specifications:
Engine: Single cylinder 4-stroke OHV
Starter: Kick-starter
Bore & stroke: 60 x 54 mm
Engine Capacity: 152cc cast iron cylinder
Maximum power: 7.3 HP @ 5,800 rpm
Valve: OHV (Overhead Valves)
Valves per cylinder: 2
Carburettor: Dell O’rto MA 18 B Ø 18 mm
Cooling system: Air cooled
Ignition: Battery-fed with automatically-advanced distributor
Lubrication: Wet sump forced circulation with mechanical gear pump
Transmission: Gear primary, chain final
Clutch: Cable operated with multiple wet disk in oil bath
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Gearbox: 4-Speed foot-change
Throttle: Cable operated
Frame type: Drawn steel tubes
Front Suspension: Telescopic fork and shock absorbers
Rear Suspension: Swingarm with hydraulic shock absorbers
Front Brake: Drum, Ø 150 mm (6 in)
Rear Brake: Drum, Ø 150 mm
Front tire: 19 x 2.50“
Rear tire: 19 x 2.50“
Seat: Solo seat
Fuel tank capacity: 13 Liter
Top speed: 62 mph
Weight: 220 lb