First introduced in 1947, MV’s 125cc two-stroke was powered by a neat unitary construction single-cylinder engine featuring detachable transfer ports. The cycle parts comprised a twin-downtube swinging-arm frame and blade-type girder forks. Designated ‘TEL’ (Tourism E Lusso = Touring and Luxury) for 1949, the 125 was joined in 1952 by a broadly similar 150cc version. The latter had 7.5bhp on tap and could exceed 50mph, but the biggest advantage conferred by the larger engine was one of improved flexibility.
The motorbike offered
The 1951 MV Agusta 150cc Super Sport on offer here, was ground-up restored to full race spec, and is presented in stunning condition. The bike has been part of Robb Talbott’s MotoTalbott Museum collection in Carmel, California for several years. It has been re-commissioned to ready it for sale, but further fettling may be necessary before returning it to Grand Prix winning condition.
