Moto Guzzi 350cc factory racer Agostini 1955 motorcycle racing photo -2-

Description

A superb and rare photo, made from the original negative, of the great
Duilio Agostini
on a
350cc Moto Guzzi Bialbero dohc
single cylinder factory racer in
1955
.
Duilio Agostini was a new Guzzi works rider for the 1955 season, he was mostly responsible for wind tunnel testing at Moto Guzzi’s own factory windtunnel. The magnificent streamlining of his Guzzi 350 Bialbero (d.o.h.c.) is clearly shown in this exciting action shot. He had a good season, winning the French Grand Prix at
Reims
on
the 15
th
of May 1955
. Agostini won the race with an average speed of
97.33 mph
(
156.64 km/h
).
We have more photos listed on Ebay of Duilio Agostini, Moto Guzzi, other brands, and a number of motorcycle world champions on various kinds of machinery. Check them out and use the shipping discount!
The extreme lightly build Moto Guzzi Bialbero (= d.o.h.c.) singles with their superb streamlining won the 350cc world championship 5 times between 1953 and 1957. They were designed by the famous ing. Giulio Carcano and Umberto Todero. The delivered a healthy power output of 38 hp at 8,000 rpm. Topspeed was
150 mph
! They were very special motorcycles, designed by somebody that is considered a genius. Bill Lomas won the 350cc world championship in 1955 with a similar Guzzi as Agostini is riding on this photo in 1955!
This is your rare chance to own this
non period
photo that reflects a very interesting and highly historic era of Moto Guzzi’s glorious history. Therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 7.9" x 11.8" (ca.
20 x 30
cm).
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files
and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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