Description
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.
Additional photos are available here for your perusal.
Aero-Caproni (later Aeromere) was an Italian aircraft manufacturer whom the victorious Allies prohibited from producing planes after WWII. Like Aermacchi, Vespa, and other firms, they decided to get into the motorcycle game. They had about a decade and a half of success until cars became affordable in Italy and the average commuter switched to 4 wheels. The company ceased operations when it was acquired by Laverda in 1964.
The four-stroke Capriolo 75 first appeared in 1951 in two versions, Normale and Turismo. The ladder which had slight changes such as the loss of rubber bellows on the forks, lower handlebars and slight engine modifications leading to an additional horsepower of output. It utilized a pressed-style frame and sold well enough until being discontinued in 1957.
This example is VIN: 23544; Engine: 24226. The owner purchased the bike Spring 2013.
The odometer shows 1.6 kilometers (1 mile), however the seller cannot confirm accuracy.
Maintenance:
The seller states, “Not running. The bike has been a display piece for many years and in not in current running condition. Tank is clean with no fuel. Motor turns over and has compression. Likely minimal repairs need to make run again.”
Modifications:
Per the seller, “It is unknown if there were any modifications that were performed by previous or current ownership.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Pirelli tires.
There is no key, ignition, or 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 Aero Caproni is offered on a Bill of Sale only. Have any Capriolo 75 Normale stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
