Though MV’s first bike was built in 1945, it wasn’t until 1953 when they debuted their first production four-stroke motor. The CST and CSTL (Turismo Lusso) were ahead of their time thanks to features like an overhead cam in the stressed-member motor, a motor that was used as a stressed member of the frame, and a full suspension front and rear.
The main differences between the CST and the “Lusso” was a long single seat versus two small individual seats as well as larger wheels (19″ versus 17″).
Both the CST and the CSTL featured a 172cc motor that produced 8 horsepower and pushed them through a 4-speed transmission.
Though the TL may have been a “luxury touring” bike, the tank was sure to remind you of MV’s recent racing success:
This example is VIN: 416233, Engine #: 412683T.
The odometer shows 52,730 kilometers (32,764 miles).
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, replace the gas cap seal, install a new battery, and clean/sync the carb. Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: PASS (DIY LINER)
Engine Oil Level: Topped Off
Engine Oil Quality: Ok (Age Unknown)
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: N/A
Coolant Quality: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Rear Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Ok
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: N/A
Parking Light: N/A
Turn Signals: N/A
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): None Present
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: FAIL
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 75% DRUM
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 80% DRUM
Forks: OK
Shock/s: OK
Tire Date Code Front: 38/07
Tire Date Code Rear: 50/05
Tire % Remaining Front: 90%
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90%
Tire Press. Front: 25 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 28 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: New 6.1V
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 6.4V
Running Condition: Runs Well on Bench, Runs Well on Test Ride
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 2 Miles
Notes:
-SMALL OIL LEAK
-SHOCK BUSHINGS WRONG SIZE
-HEADLIGHT LOOSE
-THROTTLE STICKS
-SPEEDOMETER NON FUNCTIONAL
-KEY OPERATES LIGHTS
-LEFT HAND BAR SWITCH OPERATES HORN AND HIGH BEAM ASSEMBLY
-IGNITION IS LEFT HAND SWITCH ON HEADLIGHT
-CENTER=OFF POSITION
-LEFT HAND=IGNITION ON
-RIGHT HAND= IGNITION ON WITH LIGHTS
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS:
LUBE REAR BRAKE
DIAG HORN
DIAG MINOR OIL LEAK
REPLACE SHOCK BUSHINGS
Modifications:
This bike has been restored.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Cheng Shin tires that have aged out with date codes of 5005 and 3807.
The sale includes one key.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this MV Agusta is offered on a clean California title on Planned Non-Operation (PNO) registration. Have any CSTL stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
