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Sunday, March 5, 2023

Suzuki Falcorustyco concept bike shown far ahead of its time

Unique ONES We all know that as one of the Japanese big players in the automotive world, especially motorcycles, Suzuki Motor Corporation has a variety of production of motorcycles spread all over the world. All of those production version of the motorcycles are certainly not the result of overnight work that suddenly enters the company's production line, right?
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept while on display at the Tokyo Motor Show held in November 1985. (Picture from: SuzukiCyclesorg)
All of those were the result of long works ranging from concept design on the paper up to being realized into a prototype which is then shown and got approval of the relevant company's officials to enter into the production line. Regarding to that, especially the creation of concept motorcycle models had carried out by Suzuki's designers and engineers independently or in collaboration with third parties are of course very numerous and varied.
The 1985 Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept featured with center-hub steering, and powered by a square-four engine. (Picture from: Autoby.jp)
Even some of them (which considered have unique designs) had also discussed by us, such as the Suzuki Nuda Concept, Suzuki Biplane Concept, Suzuki Crosscage Hybrid Motorcycle, and others. So, the unique design concept motorbike that we will discuss today is the Suzuki Falcorustyco (the name derived from Falco Rusticulous, a Latin name for gyrfalcon) concept bike.
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept's final drive was not chain, belt or shaft, but some a kind of the hydraulic pumps that transfered the movement energy to both wheels. (Picture from: SuzukiCyclesorg)
This both unique shaped and named motorcycle concept was shown for the first time at the Tokyo Motor Show in November 1985, and seem it was not missed by the 1.2 million motorcycle enthusiasts whose visited the expo. Like other futuristic motorcycle concepts, it might look very strange, like something that had come from nowhere outer space, because indeed the public at that time still did not have the insight into the future as imagined by Suzuki. They are still too common to accept such futuristic designs.
The shape of the headlights from the Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept blends with the tank and continues to connect to the seat and stern. (Picture from: MotoRidersUNiverse)
Although the Falcorustyco has the appearance of a high-tech dream bike, the designers actually intend to create a concept bike that is technically feasible for Suzuki to mass produce in the next few years. As you can see, the Falcorustyco had no frame structures like a normal motorbike. It has the front and the rear swing arms were attached to some kind of the 500cc square four engine, but it was not the RG500 Gamma engine. At the time, the maker Suzuki said, it was a new water-cooled four-stroke 16 valves, three camshafts powertrain.
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept while on display at the Tokyo Motor Show held in November 1985. (Picture from: MotoRidersUNiverse)
No less unique, the final drive of the Falcorustyco Concept was not chain, belt or shaft, like all the other motorcycles as usual. But, Suzuki chose to use hydraulic drive system to pump and transfered the movement energy to both wheels, so there's no gear box was needed. Not only that, besides hydraulic drive there's another unusal advance features also installed on this motorcycle concept, such as hydraulic hub-steer, and electromagnetic brake systems.
The twin shaft drive was clear to see in the Suzuki's patent drawing which is claimed by the brand was a hydraulic drive. (Picture from: KarDesignKoncepts)
By using such kind of steering system allows the steering and suspension work independently. So that the control process in the corner at high speed is not affected by the weight displacement that occurs in the bike's suspension. This certainly affects more accurate to the Falcorustyco bike's control.
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept had no frame structures like a normal motorbike, in which the front and the rear swing arms were directly attached to its engine. (Picture from: SuzukiCyclesorg)
At the time, the motorcycle journalists were convinced, and hope that the Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept would be mass produced in the near future. Sure enough, there's a new falcon named motorcycle model known as the Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa (the Hayabusa is a Japanese word for peregrine falcon) in 1999. 
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept featured with unique hydraulic hub-steer system with joystick. (Picture from: Autoby.jp)
The fact, in appearance this new bike was far from what you've seen in the concept above. It looks more like a conventional motorcycle with chain drive, powered by an inline-four two camshafts engine, coupled with conventional brakes and ordinary steering systems.
The legendary Suzuki GSX 1300R Hayabusa which was first released in 1999, and once held the title of the fastest motorcycle in the world. (Picture from: IwanBanaran)
Indeed, the Japanese motorcycle manufacturer has never officially stated that there is a causality between the Falcorustyco Concept model and the GSX 1300R Hayabusa production version. Even if the Falcorustyco did go into production, what is the price tag of the motorbike? Because you can be sure the price will definitely very expensive. Off course, it was not efficient if Suzuki built it.
The Suzuki Falcorustyco Concept while on display at the Tokyo Motor Show held in November 1985. (Picture from: SuzukiCyclesorg)
Does the motorbike even work and can be ridden? According to the information we got from several Japanese websites, so far the Falcorustyco Concept has never been seen ridden by anyone. That's natural, because indeed it was a motorcycle concept for study designs, it is very likely that Falcorustyco does not have a running engine (only rolling model with dummy engine), so it cannot be ridden. 
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | SUZUKICYCLES.ORG | MOTORIDERSUNIVERSE | AUTOBY.JP ]
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Saturday, February 25, 2023

The most expensive classic rare motorcycle

Rare ONES If you think that the most expensive motorcycle in the world is a modern motorcycle with high-tech features, or a gold-plated unit, then you are wrong. It turns out that this is the 1908 Harley-Davidson Model 4 'Strap Tank' which is touted as the world's most expensive rare motorbike today. The classic iron horse sold for $850,000 or the equivalent of Rp.13 billion at an auction event organized by Mecum Auctions in Las Vegas back in January 2023.
1908 Harley-Davidson Model 4 'Strap Tank' sells for a record of $850,000 in Las Vegas. (Picture from: MecumAuctions)
This is a legendary unit that included the first generation of Harley-Davidson motorcycles. And of the 450 produced in 1908 by the Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer, it is estimated that fewer than a dozen remain today. Moreover of course, the number of units that are in good condition as auctioned is even more less. Besides that, this rare motorbike also has an interesting pedigree, making it one of the best of its kind available today. It is thought this is the earliest model ever found so far, as the prototype is long gone. 
1908 Harley-Davidson Model 4 'Strap Tank' while on display at the auction event held in Las Vegas by Mecum Auctions back in January 2023. (Picture from: UPI)
The story of this motorcycle model began in 1901 when William S. Harley, who was then 20 years old, together with his best friend Arthur Davidson built a 116 cc single-cylinder engine in Milwaukee. And it took two years to build the first engine which was then mounted on a bicycle chassis. Then they enlarged the engine to 405 cc after getting advice from legendary marine engineer Ole Evinrude.
The Harley Davidson's Shed. This is not the original shed, but rather a replica that was build based off historical photographs, and it sits just outside the Harley Davidson Museum. (Picture from: Motorcycle)
These second project of them was completed in September 1904 and had used to race at the Milwaukee State Fair Park. At the time, their iron horse was ridden by Edward Hildebrand and was able to finish in fourth place. In the following year, Harley-Davidson comenced production in a small wooden shed with only five engines were built at the time. These first production engines were enlarged to 440 cc, and could only produce about 4 hp, which was a pretty good burst of power in that day.
1904 Harley-Davidson Serial Number One known as the oldest H-D motorcycles in existence, sat on display at the Harley Davidson Museum in Milwauke. (Picture from: MotorcyclistOnline)
Entering 1906, the company built a new factory in Chestnut Street, which later renamed to Juneau Avenue and is still Harley-Davidson's headquarters to this day. From there about 50 motorbikes were built from the single-story building. Its first model was known as the Harley-Davidson Strap Tank because the nickel-plated steel bands suspending the fuel and oil tanks from the frame.
The Harley-Davidson Model 4 'Strap Tank' is the most coveted unit of all Milwaukee machinery by combining a clean but conservative style, a somber color scheme, and a slightly heftier engine than the others. (Picture from: MecumAuctions)
One year later the factory could build around 150 machines. And in 1908 production jumped to 450 machines. Although Harley-Davidson wasn't the biggest manufacturer in the time, the Strap Tank has earned a good reputation for toughness. These earliest models of the Harley-Davidson Strap Tank is the most coveted unit of all Milwaukee machinery. They have a pattern that still persists today, by combining a clean but conservative style, a somber color scheme, and a slightly heftier engine than the others.
These Harley-Davidson early motorcycle models got Strap Tank name because the nickel-plated steel bands suspending the fuel and oil tanks from the frame. (Picture from: MecumAuctions)
And this 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank motorcycle unit that was auctioned is known to be one of the world's rarest motorbikes, it was found by David Uihlein in 1941 in complete condition in a Wisconsin barn which is only about 70 miles from Milwaukee, then Uihlein kept it in his home for the next 66 years.
The Harley-Davidson Strap Tank motorcycle model is powered by an 440 cc powertrain, capable burst of power only 4 hp, and it was a pretty good numbers of power in that day. (Picture from: MecumAuctions)
Furthermore, this 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank motorcycle has been restored in detail with the help of Paul Freehill of Fort Wayne, Indiana. Amazingly, the tank, wheels, engine belt pulley, seat cover, exhaust sleeve are all pristine, and even its engine number #2241 and carburetor #1049 are still printed and clearly visible. Then it finished under a gray color touch plus a red accent line.
This 1908 Harley-Davidson Model 4 'Strap Tank' motorcycle has been restored in detail with the help of Paul Freehill of Fort Wayne, Indiana. (Picture from: MecumAuctions)
When the hammer dropped at the auction event, this 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank sold at a bid price of $850,000. But its new owner had to spend about $935,000 after the bid-price added by auction fees and other taxes.
Actually, this is not the first Strap Tank ever sold by Mecum Auctions in Las Vegas. Previously the auction company had sold the 1907 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank for $297,000 or Rp.4.5 billion. But the newly released of 1908 unit has a well-documented history, coupled with the motorcycle unit still had 115 years olds original parts. So it's undoubtly, this 1908 Harley-Davidson Strap Tank is a truly exceptional machine.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | MECUM AUCTIONS | UPI | MOTORCYCLE ]
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Sunday, February 19, 2023

Praga brought back its legendary motorcycle into modern live

New RIDES Praga as an old automotive brand owned by the Czech automotive company that we know so far, produces many racing cars, karts and go-karts for years, and even recently, this automotive company  has introduced a unique hypercar named Praga Bohema.
The Praga ZS 800 is a modern reimagining that retains the character and design of its ancestral Praga BD 500. (Picture from: RobbReport)
Well unexpectedly, this Czech company also made a cruiser motorbike in 1928 that was quite famous, namely the Praga BD 500. Well, now the manufacturer has launched a motorbike once again called the Praga ZS 800 which is also said to be a modern interpretation of its 1920s legendary motorbike. 
The new modern Praga ZS 800 motorcycle is posed along with its hypercar sibling, Praga Bohema (left). (Picture from: CycleNews)
As quoted from GoOto, the Praga ZS 800 was born from the idea of ​​Jan Zuzi, an engineer who previously worked with a 700 hp engine of the Praga Bohema hypercar. With the help of his partner Radek Sebesta, he developed the concept by combining Praga's outstanding engineering expertise, production capabilities, racing technology and dedication. Thus, the Praga ZS 800 was born, a modern reimagining that retains the character and design of its ancestral Praga BD 500
The new Praga ZS 800 is posed along with its ancestor motorcycle, the 1928 Praga BD 500 (right). (Picture from: RobbReport)
Furthermore, the classic impression of the BD 500 is represented again through details made by a motorcycle designer, Jaroslav Frantisek Koch. The Praga ZS 800 motorbike has a total weight of only 158 kg, and this can be achieved thanks to the use of chrome molybdenum steel material for its frame. Furthermore, this motorbike's tank can accommodate at least 11.5 liters of fuel, wrapped in forged carbon which is believed to be able to distribute its weight 50:50 in between the front and rear tires. 
The Praga ZS 800 has fuel tank can accommodate at least 11.5 liters of fuel. (Picture from: RobbReport)
Then there is also the titanium material used in several components of this motorbike, for example the 3D printing exhaust weighted of 4.8 kg. Meanwhile, the bolts, axles, nuts that bind the engine and chassis are made of sturdy steel. And the most unique part is the legs which consist of forged carbon rims with hydraulic drum brakes, such system was chosen to maintain style and performance. 
The Praga ZS 800's  front suspension whose structure made of chrome molybdenum steel by using a five-axis engine, supported by Öhlins suspension system with titanium springs. (Picture from: RobbReport)
Likewise with the front suspension whose structure made of chrome molybdenum steel by using a five-axis engine, which is then supported by a suspension system from Öhlins using titanium springs, so that it is expected to be able to provide soft and comfortable damping.
The Praga ZS 800 is powered by an 4-stroke two cylinders paralel engine, with a capacity of 773 cc. (Picture from: RobbReport)
While for the drivetrain is an 4-stroke two cylinders paralel engine, with a capacity of 773 cc which is claimed enough to deliver high bursts of adrenaline when this motorbike speeding on the highway. Those engine is designed and mounted on a five-point mount on the chassis to minimize vibration, so it can deliver strong performance but still provide efficiency and also meet emission standards of Euro 5
Besides the Praga ZS 800's engine capable delivered strong performance,but still provide efficiency and also meet emission standards of Euro 5. (Picture from: RobbReport)
Reportedly the entire work process for each unit of this motorcycle takes about 300 hours. After it was finished, even Jaroslav Frantisek Koch himself whose tried to ride the Praga ZS 800 motorbike in a touring travel from Rome to Prague which is about 1,480 km, at the end the trip was completed successfully in 35 hours, 40 minutes.
Now related to the price, reportedly this motorbike per unit is priced at around £ 75,550 or the equivalent of Rp. 1.37 billion. Wow! Unfortunately, it is not known how many Praga ZS 800 will be produced by the manufacturer, it only stated that the units will be received as early as mid-2023. Are you interested?
 
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | PRAGA GLOBAL | ROBBREPORT | CYCLENEWS ]
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Monday, February 6, 2023

Mysterious Vespa racing scooter prototype of 1950s revealed

Mystery REVEALED The first time we saw this scooter on the internet a few years ago. At that time we were immediately fell in love with it because in our opinion this scooter has an unusual fierce shape we've never seen before. After that, we tried to find out what model this scooter was? However, it turns out that none of the models in the Piaggio's scooter catalog like this one.
The gorgeous scooter called Vespa 125 Corsa (original) built based on 1951 Vespa 125 by Cavalli brothers-owned workshop under the Piaggio authorization of the 1950s(Picture from: FotoCommunity)
After searching, we finally found a little information about this unusual scooter from an account on a photography site in the name of William Mendini (a gentleman of Brescia), plus other info from several Vespa scooter fansites such as Basque Radical Mods, Vespa Club Salo and others.
The 1951 Vespa 125 has an aerodynamically bulged shape that resembles a big nose which is also used as a place for the headlight attached. (Picture from: FotoCommunity)
It turns out that this scooter was built based on the 1951 Piaggio Vespa 125 model by a Brescia-based modification workshop owned by the Cavalli brothers. The unique-shaped scooter was designed by Achille Cavalli for racing purposes and is said to have authorization of Piaggio as the manufacturer and owner of the Vespa brand.
The gorgeous scooter called Vespa 125 Corsa (original) modified under the Piaggio authorization for racing purposes. (Picture from: FotoCommunity)
As a result, the one-off prototype (as we can see today) was successfully built in 1951 and tested in 1952. But unfortunately, there are no data or records about it after that. So it is clear now, that isn't a scooter model made by Piaggio but the custom-built scooter result of a Brescia-based workshop. As for the name, some call it Vespa 125 Corsa (original) prototype, and --Because We Love Vespa-- If allowed, we preferred called it as Vespa Grosso Naso (big nose).😎
Achille Cavalli one of three Cavalli brothers who modified the Vespa 125 in the early 1950s. (Picture from: FotoCommunity)
When viewed from the physical appearance it looks like a combination of many scooter models made by Piaggio in the 1950s. As we can see from the front view, the scooter has striking looks with an aerodynamically bulged shape that resembles a big nose which is also used as a place for the headlight attached. Then to the middle, where a handlebar is the same as that used on the Vespa scooter model at that time.

Then in between the seat and the handlebar, there is an extra-large size fuel tank like the one on the Vespa Circuito 125 and at the bottom of where a spare tire saved like the Vespa 125 'Sei Giorno' models. Going to the back, there is a fin that at a glance reminds us of the Vespa Siluro model. While the engine, it looks like still uses a 125cc 2-stroke engine (there was none of the info about it).
The 1951 Vespa 125 was featured with a larger fuel tank, and a spare-tire in the middle. (Picture from: BasqueRadicalMods)
And if you look carefully ranging from the front to the rear of this scooter was very aerodynamic and added to the rider's sitting position who ducks with his head tilted over the fuel tank. Of course, that's very promising to be fast when speeding on the track.
The 1951 Vespa 125 was designed by Achille Cavalli (look at the designer name stamped on the scooter body), and probably still uses a 125cc 2-stroke engine. (Picture from: BasqueRadicalMods)
As quoted of FotoCommunity.it under the name of William Mendini's account, for more than fifty years this beauty racing scooter was stored well in a garage at the outskirts of the city and lastly restored in 2008, but it is unknown who the scooter owner today.
The gorgeous scooter called Vespa 125 Corsa (original) has a rear fin that at a glance reminds us of the famous Vespa Siluro model. (Picture from: BasqueRadicalMods)
That's it, and if the article above is still considered inadequate or inaccurate, or if you have additional information related to this unique scooter, please don't hesitate to let us know via the comments column below this article.

Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of the two-wheeled monster and stay alive with true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES[18082020] | BASQUE RADICAL MODS | VESPA CLUB SALO | FOTOCOMMUNITY | VESPA RESOURCES | VESPANIA | VESPISSIMO]
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Tuesday, January 17, 2023

2 Ultra-rare Harley-Davidson motorcycle models

Rare MotorBikes At present, it is almost certain that automotive enthusiasts around the world know Harley-Davidson as an American leading motorcycle brand, which has presented so many reliable motorcycle products since it was founded in 1903 until now.
The Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck was basically a commercial load-carrier used to deliver supplies and parts. (Picture from: ClassicMoto.rs)
However, the following 2 (two) models of motorbikes made by the Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer were previously unknown to many fans, so they can be categorized as super rare models. What model it is, let's see them below;

1. 1916 Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck
The first motorcycle was the Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck which was produced during 1912 to 1916. As quoted from RideApart, at that time the motorcycle model was made for commercial-purposed vehicle, at the time only Harley-Davidson has; even used as the operational vehicles of postal operator in the United States.
The Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck consists of a classic motorcycle unit, and a cargo container mounted on a sidecar chassis. (Picture from: ClassicMoto.rs)
Besides that, the Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck is also used by ice cream, candies traders, and many other to bring their goods to rural areas that have poor road access. As You can see, the Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck was built on the concept of a motorcycle that had a special box-shaped sidecar for carrying goods. However, the large sidecar can also be removed, so that the motorbike can still be used alone for a more relaxed journey.
Recently, the Milwaukee-based motorcycle manufacturer carried out a restoration on the package truck's motorbike. As the result, the Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck returns to its heyday appearance consisting of one (classic) motorcycle unit plus a box-shaped sidecar painted under special pale blue color on the body with white wheels. In 2020, Bonham has auctioned off the Harley-Davidson Model-J Package Truck with an estimated price of US $45 thousand or equivalent to Rp. 616 million.

2. 1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT
It is said that Harley-Davidson first introduced the W-Series in 1936 at which time the United States was rising from adversity. As reported from Silodrome, the American motorcycle manufacturer launched the W-Series by using the largest engine volume of that era and to this day with six major variants, the W, WL, WLA, WLC, WLD, and WR.
1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT was specifically intended for road racing which necessitated the installation of a front brake. (Picture from: MotoSaigon.vn)
The WR model was the racing version, and is easily found in several classic motorcycle races today, turn out the 1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT rarely seen amongst them, due to this model was produced in limited numbers at that time. The WRTT was specifically intended for road racing which necessitated the installation of a front brake, and had a number of other modifications including a close ratio 3-speed gearbox, they were often fitted with 19 inch wheels and road racing tires as opposed to tires intended for use on dirt ovals.
1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT appeared in a representative Tourish Trophy racing model under a special orange finish. (Picture from: Silodrome)
Until now not much was known about the remaining population of this model, so many creative fans are trying hard to revive this model. Finally, one of these 1951 Harley-Davidson WRTTs successfully restored, and was set up for auction at Bonhams back in 2020. The mentioned motorbike appeared in a representative Tourish Trophy racing model under a special orange finish. In addition with a minimalist body, the motorcycle also powered by a 740 cc V-Twin engine that could be driven up to 160 kph.
1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT is powered by a 740 cc V-Twin engine that could be driven up to 160 kph. (Picture from: MotoSaigon.vn)
The 1951 Harley-Davidson WRTT also featured a very rare MR3 Linkert carburetor, a Jack Tracey windscreen, a single seat plus a chin pad. Furthermore, this motorbike got racing livery number 82 which was used by several famous racers such Joseph Holoubek and Harland Zobel. After being restored, this super rare motorbike was auctioned with estimated prices ranging from US $ 60,000 - $ 70,000 or equivalent to Rp. 823 million - Rp. 960 million. 
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops....... *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | RIDEAPART | RIDING VINTAGE | CYCLEWORLD | SILODROME | MOTOSAIGON.VN ]
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Saturday, December 3, 2022

A unique and rare Italian Little-Ant scooter

Unique ONES You may often see the appearance of this unique Italian classic scooter made by Moto Rumi of Fonderie Officine Rumi or the Rumi Foundries was formed at the beginning of the twentieth century (established by Gabrielle Rumi in Bergamo, Italy in 1906) and originally supplied cast components to the textile machinery industry. 
1959 Rumi Formichino made by the Italian factory Rumi, the 1959 Bol d’Or with a 125cc two-stroke engine was the most sought after of the Formichino models and was the fastest scooter of its day, producing 8.5 bhp at 7,200 rpm. (Picture from: MotorcycleNews)
One of Gabrielle’s son, Donnino, began working at the foundry at the age of 12. His work was casting metal, but his passion was painting, drawing, and sculpture, at which he was gifted and classically trained. Donnino assumed management of the foundry in the 1920s, with art taking a back seat. During WWII, Donnino refused to work with the Germans, and fought (and was subsequently jailed) as a Partisan. Meanwhile his foundry churned out bronze propellers, anchors, torpedoes, and periscopes for submarines.
1954 Rumi Scoiattolo 125. (Picture from: Ruotedasogno)
After the war, Donnino returned to help rebuild the factory, concentrating on textile machinery and later starting made light motorcycles and scooters powered by the horizontal twin two stroke engine of 125 cc capacity. In 1952, with the popularity of scooters through its compatriot made scooters such Vespa and Lambretta, Moto Rumi decided to start manufacturing its owne scooter known as the Rumi Scoiattolo or (a squirrel in Italian). 
Right side view of 1955 Rumi Formichino. (Picture from: LaneMotorMuseum)
The Scoiattolo has a cast aluminum monocoque body with tubular swinging arm rear suspension and teleforks with 14 inch wheels and three gears. Its subsequent models had a four speed gearbox and electric starter, at the time it was also reputed as the fastest scooters then in production.
Speedometer and odometer view of 1955 Rumi Formichino. (Picture from: LaneMotorMuseum)
Moto Rumi, a division of the Rumi Foundries that produced motorcycles and scooters, was only active from 1950-1960. While wildly popular on Italy’s strade, during this short span the factory also enjoyed numerous endurance and sprint racing victories, most notably the 24-Hour Bal d’Or at Montlhéry, France. All the Rumi bikes, both motorcycles and scooters, were based on their 125cc horizontal twin and some excellent engineering.
Rear side view of 1955 Rumi Formichino. (Picture from: LaneMotorMuseum)
The Rumi Formichino (a little ant in Italian) seen here is made up of only a few aluminum castings (as pointed to the company real expertise with metal). The engine is actually a structural member, part of the frameless monocoque, with the castings attached front and rear. 
The 1954 Rumi Regolanta 125cc. (Picture from: ClayPaky)
This lightweight approach gave a decided performance advantage over the conventional steel-framed Vespas and Lambrettas on the Italian roads, and added to their appeal as well. It’s also a beautiful sculptural piece, both functional and fast. No wonder if they triumphed three-times at the Italian Speed Championships in 1957, 1958, and 1960.
The 1953 Rumi Huchback 125cc. (Picture from: ClayPaky)
After Piaggio Vespa upped their game, so Moto Rumi was unable to compete anymore. And then they ceased the bike production in 1960, and closed the foundry in 1962. While Donnino returned to his first love of painting and sculpture, until his death in 1980. 
The 1951 Rumi Regolanta 125cc. (Picture from: ClayPaky)
Is history repeating itself? After some time away from the world of racing motorbikes, one of Donnino's grandsons named Stefano established the Rumi Sport Race Engineering in 2009, and developed (both of 125 cc and 250 cc) and lastly competed under Team Rumi in collaboration with Clay Paky at the Moto3 of 2014 racing seasons. 
This Moto3 racing bike powered by a 250cc four stroke engine was unveiled in 2013 after one year of toil by Rumi-Sport Engineering. (Picture from: ClayPaky)
Thus a brief history of Moto Rumi that once dominated various racing circuits in the 1950s to 1960s.
Kept spur your adrenaline on the power of two-wheeled monster and stay alive with the true safety riding. May God will forgive Your sins and so does the cops...... *** [EKA [13112018] | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | LANE MOTOR MUSEUM | MOTORCYCLE NEWS | WIKIPEDIA | RUOTEDASOGNO | CLAY PAKY ]
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