Beschreibung:

Having commenced motorcycle production late in 1945 with a 98cc two-stroke, Meccanica Verghera (MV) introduced its first production four-strokes, a brace of 175cc singles, at the Milan Show in 1952, the newcomers' advanced overhead-cam, unit-construction engine setting them apart from most of the opposition. The first 125cc production roadster - the Gran Turismo - appeared in 1954 with single-cylinder overhead-valve engine, a format MV's 125 would retain until the end of production in 1977/78. MV's quarter-litre roadster was completely redesigned for 1975, emerging as the beautiful 125 Sport, surely one of the most attractive four-stroke singles ever made. An alloy cylinder barrel and electronic ignition were features of the fashionably styled engine, which produced 14bhp at 8,500rpm, good enough for a top speed of around 75mph. The unit was housed in a very neat, silver finished, duplex cradle frame equipped with Ceriani forks and Scarab front disc brake. A full fairing was an optional extra. Acquired by the current vendor in 2006, this original and unrestored 125S won 'Best in Class' at the West Wales Classic Bike Show in 2007 and has competed in various VMCC events including the Welsh and Irish rallies, covering 100 miles per day with faultless performance. Regularly maintained, the machine is described as in generally excellent condition, the engine in particular being reported as an easy starter, oil-tight, strong and possessing a unique exhaust note. Offered with current MoT/tax and Swansea V5.