1955 Gilera 150 Sport (D299)

One of the most popular Italian lightweight motorcycles from the mid-1950s this very clean 1955 Gilera 150 Sport comes to us from a private collection in northern Italy. The bike was treated to a full restoration a few years ago and ridden occasionally thereafter. A very sharp bike that shows very well. Many unique details and an iconic style. Classic Gilera features include the Gilera fender badge, slightly raised handlebars, solo sprung saddle and original Italian license plate. Exceptional 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 a pristine 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

D299

Offered at $5,475

Price (before tax): $5,475

Make: Gilera

Year: 1955

Displacement: 150cc

Inventory number: D299

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

Gearbox: 4-Speed foot-change

Contacts

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