Please note: The seller is managing the sale of this collection on behalf of the owner’s estate. He has represented each bike to the best of his ability and will be unable to provide further history or supporting documentation. The bike does not currently run and the seller cannot confirm mechanical condition. He has provided a walk around video and is selling the bike as-is. A local dealership will be providing the Bill of Sale; all fees (with the exception of Iconic’s buyer’s fee) and taxes will be accounted for by the dealer.
Founded in Casalecchio di Reno outside Bologna in 1954, Bergen was the combination of two men Paride Bernardi and Corrado Negroni. The engine blocks were built in the Negroni factory and the frame, fuel tank, fender, etc were built a kilometer away at Bernardi.
The first model was called Iridea (Latin for rainbow trout) and became known as the Rainbow. The OHC 158cc parallel twin with chain-driven cam was paired with a 4-speed transmission producing 11hp and a top speed of 100kph (62mph).
The Italian motorcycle and moped industry suffered a crushing recession towards the end of the 1950s due to the influx of affordable cars like the Fiat 500. Bergen closed its doors in 1961 with approximately 300 Iridea being produced.
There is no VIN. Engine: 10028.
The odometer shows 2 miles, however the seller cannot confirm accuracy.
Maintenance:
The seller states, “Not running. The bike has been a display piece for many years and is not in current running condition.
Fuel was left in the tank and there is rust in the tank. Motor turns over and has compression. No battery.”
Modifications:
Per the seller, “It is unknown if there were any modifications that were performed by previous to current ownership.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Cheng Shin tires.
The sale includes one key, there is no supporting documentation.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Denver, Colorado, this Berneg is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Iridea stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
Additional Information
Location
Denver, Colorado
Year
1955
Make
Berneg
Model
Iridea
Mileage
True Mileage Unknown
VIN
N/A
Title
Bill of Sale Only
Title State/Country
N/A
Private Party/Dealership
Dealership
Additional Charges
No
VIN Report
N/A
Total Bids Placed: 17
Auction has ended.
Highest bidder was: b****t
Bidder Name
Bidding Time
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b****t
August 14, 2024 10:46 am PDT
$2,200
m*******o
August 14, 2024 1:43 am PDT
$2,100
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l*********e
August 14, 2024 1:43 am PDT
$2,001
m*******o
August 14, 2024 1:41 am PDT
$1,851
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l*********e
August 14, 2024 1:41 am PDT
$1,751
m*******o
August 13, 2024 7:24 pm PDT
$1,525
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6*****a
August 13, 2024 7:24 pm PDT
$1,425
m*******o
August 13, 2024 4:44 pm PDT
$1,301
l*********e
August 13, 2024 4:44 pm PDT
$1,201
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l*********e
August 13, 2024 6:14 am PDT
$1,100
o********s
August 13, 2024 6:14 am PDT
$1,000
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o********s
August 12, 2024 2:47 pm PDT
$851
l*********e
August 12, 2024 2:46 pm PDT
$751
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o********s
August 12, 2024 2:46 pm PDT
$750
l*********e
August 11, 2024 4:43 am PDT
$501
w*****r
August 11, 2024 4:43 am PDT
$500
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