PRICE REDUCED TO SELL - Offers over $15,000 1970 Aermacchi/ Harley Davidson Ala D'oro Tribute Year: 1970 Engine: 350cc short stroke Colour: Red Purchased from Gosford Museum when closed in 2019 at $19,500 $5,000 spent on getting roadworthy, kickstart, electronics, sealing of petrol tank, lights etc. Only used once in public and never raced - takes off like a thoroughbred but cruises with monster exhaust notes. Description/extras: • Immaculate condition • Race Ready • Highly spec’d • Quality components This replica of the final evolution with the 350cc short stroke engine that Australian Kel Carruthers rode to 3rd in the world championship in 1968. A faithful no expense spared build, this bike hasn’t been used. The engine was completely rebuilt by Lacey Engineering in the UK, featuring a Phil Joy cam, alloy barrels, Carrilo rods, gas flow head, 38mm Dellorto carb , PVL ignition, Scitsu rev counter, Cateye speedo, fabricated exhaust, Ceriani forks, new Akront alloy rims with stainless steel spokes, new Avon tyres and running a 5 speed close ratio gearbox with straight cut transfer gears. This bike is in excellent condition and fitted with quality parts ready to be ridden and admired. About Aermacchi - since their creation in 1913, they had great success building fighter planes and sea planes before entering into motorcycles in 1955. Starting with a 3 wheeler and then a scooter before the release of the very futuristically designed Chimera showcasing their aeronautical background. As was very popular at the time, Aermacchi was chasing speed records with their bikes and also competed in motor cycle racing including the world championships. A merger with Harley-Davidson in the 60’s helped to widen the brands appeal.
