Moto Guzzi factory wind tunnel Grand Prix testing 1950s Bialbero photo

Description

Up for auction is a rare photo of Moto Guzzi’s factory windtunnel. The photo shows a rider of Guzzi’s world championship winning factory racing team on a 350cc dohc Bialbero racing machine. With a similar bike Bill Lomas won that year the 350cc world title for Moto Guzzi, after winning GP races.
Moto Guzzi was the first motorcycle factory to build its own windtunnel. It was vital for their Grand Prix racing effort in the 1950’s. The windtunnel was opened at the end of the 1940’s, and was originally driven by a Fiat V12 aircraft engine. In the 1950’s this engine was replaced by an electric engine. Thesedays the windtunnel is still present at the Guzzi factory grounds in Mandello del Lario. It is hardly used for motorcycles, but more so for skee-teams, bobsled teams, and canoe experiments of the Olympic gold medal winning Canottieri Moto Guzzi.
This is a rare opportunity to obtain a
non period
photo that represents a very special part of Moto Guzzi’s history. It is printed in a nice large size of approx 8” x 12”
(approx. 20 x 30 cm), so it is perfectly suited for framing!
Take a look at our other photo’s and save on shipping!
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
(Note: A. Herl, Inc. does not appear on photo, for ebay purposes only)
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!
First come - first served. And you can always contact us for your requests. Please ask any questions before the auction ends.