Well, look no further, the harleydavidson aermacchi data book 19611978 is your onestop information source for all the harleydavidson models that rolled off the manufacturing lines of the aermacchi s. Harley davidson the era of the twostroke motorcycles. Harley davidson acquired 50 per cent of the factory in 1960, and assumed complete control in 1974. This one, covering the aermacchi harley davidson lightweights. On sparkling blue gas tanks all stripes were silver.
This is my homepage and is about my hobby, the 2stroke motorcycles of aermacchi and harleydavidson. Since there was not enough time to plan for production of a new model, the 1961 sprint c model was simply an aermacchi bike which had already been in production at the. The text from this aermacchi history is reprinted from a 1965 motor cyclist illustrated article by carlo perelli titled, aermacchi, the story of the worlds bestselling boyracer and posted on moto italia. Aeronautica macchi soon abbreviated to aermacchi was founded in 1912 for the manufacture of. Original 1960s70s harley aermacchi motorcycle puller m50. The moped has been sitting in a barn for the last ten years. The company has survived numerous ownership arrangements, subsidiary arrangements, periods of poor economic health and product quality, and intense global competition. Aermacchi, harley davidson lightweight new and used parts specializing in. Products archive moto italia aermacchi harleydavidson. The first aermacchi motorcycle was designed in 1950. This one, covering the aermacchi harleydavidson lightweights.
A 4 speed transmission would push the 250 lb single to about 72 mph. Harleydavidson acquired 50 per cent of the factory in 1960, and assumed complete control in 1974. Aermacchi motorcycle history, parts suppliers, clubs. The amf harleydavidson leggero mini cycle was a bit of an anomaly in its day, the 65cc twostroke never really caught on in the us and the bikes remain relatively rare stateside to this day.
When most people imagine a motorcycle, chances are they picture a harleydavidson. Pre 1969 models started with the model year, post 1969 models ended with the model year from from a 1971 sprint sx sales brochure. This website represents only a small portion of moto italias stock and includes literature price lists, parts books, owners manuals, shop manuals, road tests, decals, shirts, tires, accessories, and miscellaneous items. The prolific mr walker has produced a bevy of motorcycle books. Original harley davidsonaermacchi dealer magneto rotor puller. As milwaukee settled into a long, cold winter late in 1959, the harley suits were worried. All the bikes produced by aermacchi, ala verde, ala blu and ala doro, were successful. When most people imagine a motorcycle, chances are they picture a harley davidson. Harleydavidson the era of the twostroke motorcycles.
The x90 replaced the earlier shortster mc65 which was available in 1972 only. Well, look no further, the harleydavidson aermacchi data book 19611978 is your onestop information source for all the harley davidson models that rolled off the manufacturing lines of the aermacchi s. They produced mainly singlecylinder motorcycles between 50cc and 350cc, although a few twocylinder models were produced. The bikes were quite successful in the postwar italian market due to their repeated placements on the race tracks. Aermacchi by walker, mick and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. After wwii the aircraft factory began building threewheelers with horizontally opposed twins. Aermacchi motorcycle books covers the history of aermacchi and the relationship with harleydavidson. Amf continued to produce these models until 1978, when the division was sold to italian motorcyle company cagiva. This book is the third in the redline books enthusiasts series.
Ron lancaster 1870 coleta road tampico, illinois 61283 phone 8154387985 fax 815 4387985. This 1961 aermacchi harleydavidson 250 sprint model c is a recently finished build, i have ridden it 472 miles as can be seen on the n. This light and agile little bike was popular in italy and used for daily transportation. Harleydavidson ss sprint fit with 78 or 1 handlebar 4. Aermacchi harleydavidson 350 sprint classic american. Aermacchiharleydavidson sprint road racer at the northwest vintage car and motorcycle museum, brooks oregon 1979 honda cx500 cafe 2011 international motorcycle show, seattle wa. Cruise through this collection of harley davidson s most iconic motorcycles. Mick walker has written about most of the worlds classic marques and many of the sports greatest riders, including a variety of experiences as a rider, dealer, importer, tuner, team boss, and author. In 1960, the harley davidson motor company purchased a controlling interest 50% in aermacchi. Production figures for various aermacchiharleydavidson models online catalog of parts books, shop manuals, owners manuals, literature, decals and other accessories. In the beginning they were sold under the aermacchi harleydavidson nameplate, which was later changed to amf harleydavidson for marketing purposes.
History enthusiasts new ed by books, brooklands isbn. It was one of two major american motorcycle manufacturers to survive the great depression, along with indian. My first book is sold out, from my 2nd book there are still copies available, which i can sign and add some desired words. Beginning in the early 1960s, harleydavidson produced a line of smaller bikes that were actually italianmade aermacchi motorcycles that were redesigned and branded as harleys. Harleydavidson owned about half of the stock in the factory. The other was a 1974 harley sprint 125 later determined that it was actually a 1973 tx125. The remaining motorcycle holdings were sold in 1974 to amf harley davidson, with motorcycles continuing to be made at varese. It tells the story of one of italys premiere postwar marques. After the harley davidson investment, aermacchi branched out into racing with a 250 cc productionvolume ala doro for road racing competition. Harley davidson aermacchi ss sx 175 auto lub aermacchi harley davidson badge need restoration. Thats because harleydavidson machines look the way the primordial biker inside each of us feels a motorcycle should look. Walker got out of his arm chair to put it together.
Harley sold the aermacchi motorcycle division in 1978 due to waning sales though interestingly the alenia aermacchi company still exists today producing. These are rare and this example is in rather good, rideable shape. In 1960, the harleydavidson motor company purchased a controlling interest 50% in aermacchi. Photo by dana shirey nonstock items on ross puleos 1966 harleydavidson sprint h include the period corbin seat, exhaust and upgraded, twinleadingshoe front drum brake. Aermacchi harleydavidson 350 sprint years produced. Aermacchi harley davidson the forgotten 2stroke motorcycles. Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson sx250 for sale ebay.
Nos wiseco 190ps piston standard harley davidson aermacchi 100 sr baja. At the 1956 milan show, the futuristic chimera, an ohv horizontal single with enclosed bodywork was launched. Since there was not enough time to plan for production of a new model, the 1961 sprint c model was simply an aermacchi bike which had already been in production at the time sporting harley davidson decals on the gas tank. The 1971 aermacchi harley davidson 125 rapido featured a 123. Thats because harley davidson machines look the way the primordial biker inside each of us feels a motorcycle should look. Aermacchi harley davidson parts harley hummer parts. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Unfollow harley davidson aermacchi to stop getting updates on. It has the usual history and pictures all gleaned from factory archives.
Motorcycle parts for harleydavidson ss sprint for sale ebay. This is my homepage and is about my hobby, the 2stroke motorcycles of aermacchi and harley davidson. Aermacchi started to manufacture motorcycles in 1951. At the time a 15yearold with a learners permit could legally ride a motorcycle of displacement less that 150 cc. The company has survived numerous ownership arrangements, subsidiary arrangements, periods of poor economic health and product quality, and intense global. With a history steeped in aviation, including the mc72 world speed record holder and world war ii fighters, aermacchi began building motorcycles in 1950. The 1966 harleydavidson sprint h is a small bike, but that means its light and agile, perfect for bombing down back roads. Windshield for harley davidson touring softail dyna sportster vrxse road glide fits.
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