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1950's single cylinder special build

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ikdiederik:
@ Patrick: I am a member of the singles discussion group as well. Though silent and on the I read and learn 👌🏼.

@ Turbo Guzzi: I have the Mostro Guzzi 1 as shown on the first picture running now for a couple of weeks and took it for some ride outs to the gelateria. With the thing weighing over 140kg I was surprised to reach an estimated top speed of 70-80km/u on a flat road 🎉. The 'period correct' idea is to use as many parts from the fifty's as possible in Il Mostro Guzzi 2. I'll share an update real soon!

ikdiederik:
As promised an update! Although a diamond in the rough and in desperate need of finishing, I have mounted the swingarm (Zigolo 53) and the girder front (Cardellino 54) to the remains of a MBK frame (unfortunately much later). Of course I needed to make a lot of alterations to make it fit. After strengthening the frame on critital parts I made a swingarm axle which has brass bearings on the lathe. The swingarm itself is extended with around 5cm. All using high quality hardened steel. The rubber spring element still needs a mounting bracket. For the girder I didn't do to much yet. I only made a steeringaxle on the lathe to make it fit, but it will need a lot of extra work to strengthen and correct it. The picture below at least shows the direction I am thinking.





I hope to find time soon to finish the swingarm and start reconstruction the girder. Still looking for parts as well. If anyone has a nice front wheel hub that would be great. I need something with a drumbrake of around 150mm + but a maximum width of 10-11 cm to fit between the fork legs. I already have some nice 19" wheels for 36 spokes.

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