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Aste Bolaffi is gearing up for a standout sale on April 29th, with a catalogue of 152 exceptional lots covering mopeds, scooters, and motorcycles. This promises to be one of the most diverse auctions of the season, showcasing some of the most iconic machines from the 1970s and 1980s; an era many consider the golden age of motorcycling.
Highlights: Enduro and Off-Road Legends
At the heart of the catalogue lies a formidable selection of enduro and off-road bikes, dominated by machines from Husqvarna, the Swedish marque that ruled the dirt tracks in the ’70s.
Key highlights include:
- Husqvarna 250 CR Mikkola Replica (Lot 56)
- Husqvarna 250 CR Cross (Lot 60)
These sit alongside an impressive collection of CR models, including the coveted 360s, 390s, and rare 8-speed variants, spanning from pristine survivors to authentic restoration projects.
Italian excellence is here too:
- Fantic Caballero 124 (Lot 32)
- SWW 125 (Lot 115)
- TM 125 MX (Lot 119)
Japanese heavy-hitters headline the motocross section with:
- Kawasaki KX 250 (Lot 68)
- Yamaha YZ 250 (Lot 126)
And for something more unusual, the VOR 400 Cross (Lot 124); a rare find in superb condition which will undoubtedly turn heads. Other standouts include the Gilera 250 Cross (Lot 40) and the 125 C2 (Lot 41).
Street Machines: Euro Classics and Rising Sun Icons
The street bike section spans Europe’s finest and the best of Japan.
- BMW boxers feature strongly: R 60/2, R 75/5, R 90/6, and R 100/7 (Lots 14–17).
- British brilliance takes the form of a BSA A65 (Lot 19) and a Triumph Trident (Lot 122).
- Among the Italian gems, an immaculate Ducati Scrambler 450 (Lot 30) shines in vibrant yellow.
Star of the Sale
The undoubted highlight? A Honda CB750 Four K0 (Lot 44). This ultra-desirable model is a one-owner machine with impeccable provenance arguably the most significant lot in the line-up.
Scooters and Racing Exotica
The scooter selection is equally strong, led by:
- Piaggio Vespa 200 Rally (Lot 103)
- Elegant GS 150 (Lot 100)
- Rare Vespa with sidecar (Lot 101)
Race fans will savour the MBA 125 GP (Lot 76) a near-unique Grand Prix machine that campaigned across Europe and an artisanal Garelli 50 GP (Lot 33), notable for its screaming two-stroke engine revving beyond 10,000 rpm.
From history’s pages appears an MMZ M 72 (Lot 75) a wartime relic with an extraordinary backstory.
The line-up also features Italian thoroughbreds from the ’50s and ’60s: Moto Guzzi, Gilera, ISO, Demm, Moto Morini, including the exceptional Moto Morini 124 Corsaro Regolarità Country (Lot 87), sourced from a prestigious private collection.
Plus, a nod to humble beginnings with mopeds such as the Morini Corsarino and Piaggio Ciao series. Among the curiosities, a quirky Oxobike off-road buggy (Lot 96) adds even more colour.
Projects and Parts
Closing out the sale is a dedicated Restoration Projects section—a treasure trove for tinkerers and dreamers. Highlights include:
- Two Husqvarna 8-speed models (Lot 147)
- Assorted two-stroke engines (Lots 127–135)
Why You Can’t Miss This Auction
With enduro heroes, GP exotica, street legends, and Vespa icons in one catalogue, Aste Bolaffi’s April auction caters to collectors, racers, restorers, and nostalgic enthusiasts alike. Whether chasing an investment-grade CB750 or hunting for that elusive Husqvarna project, this sale is unmissable.
Auction Date: April 29th
Catalogue: 152 lots mopeds, scooters, motorcycles
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Website: AUCTION Mopeds, Scooters & Motorcycles | Aste Bolaffi
