Benelli - Sport Special - 250 cc - 1972
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MotoBi 250 Sport Special, first registered in 1972, located in central Italy with Italian registration papers, showing 999 km and to be restarted.
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Description from the seller
MotoBI - 250 S - 1972
Motorcycle to restart; last use year 2020
It is possible that the motorcycle requires restoration and maintenance work. The vehicle has been restored and subsequently unused.
The motorcycle registration book is original in pages (see photos). Original Rome license plate
Documents in order. Digital CDP. It is sold without biennial inspection.
Defects.
Minor oil leaks from the crankcase and from the lower oil pump cap (see photo).
Veglia speedometer instrument conforming to the original, but marked Gilera (see photo).
Lack of front seat anchoring elastic band.
Non-original rear brake lever control device (see photo).
Worn speedometer cable (see photo).
Left storage trunk, internally modified to realize the battery charging connection (see photo).
The plate has a slight defect (see photo).
The upper right head cover stud was damaged after applying excessive tightening torque (see photo).
Battery to be replaced.
Designation on the book -S- (Sprite 5v) see photo.
It is necessary to clarify what historically happened regarding the commercial name of the model -SS-
For new motorcycles to be introduced to the market, all manufacturers, after obtaining the prototype homologation certificate (DGM code) from the Ministry, were authorized to issue a declaration of conformity for each individual new product. This document was essential for subsequent registration and for the production of the registration certificate. Benelli did not deem it appropriate to request a new DGM code for the -SS- model because it was built with the same engine and frame as the previous -Sprite 5V- model, so it continued to use the already in-use DGM code. The Manufacturer merely changed the commercial name: -SS-, so some civil motorization offices continued to indicate in the registration books the old designation Sprite 5V in place of the new one.
Regarding the motorcycle in question, a simple web search is sufficient to verify that the chassis number 481573 belongs to a MotoBi 250 Sport Special (SS) (also produced as Benelli Sport Special), built between 1970 and 1971.
The motorcycle is sold and delivered in its current state of preservation, in the storage location in Rome. The organization, costs and responsibility for any shipment of the vehicle are to be borne by the buyer; as well as all charges related to the transfer of ownership.
Delivery of the vehicle directly to the buyer (Italian or foreign) or to the appointed courier and any ownership transfer will be carried out only after the parties sign, in Italian or English, the sale deed and provide copies of valid personal identification documents.
Accompanying the vehicle are provided.
- Original F.lli Benelli warranty certificate (undated) (see photo).
- Brooklands-it rear-view mirror.
- Brooklands-it duty stamp holder.
- Original spare parts catalog (see photo).
- Paper CDP of the first owner in original.
MotoBI - 250 S - 1972
Motorcycle to restart; last use year 2020
It is possible that the motorcycle requires restoration and maintenance work. The vehicle has been restored and subsequently unused.
The motorcycle registration book is original in pages (see photos). Original Rome license plate
Documents in order. Digital CDP. It is sold without biennial inspection.
Defects.
Minor oil leaks from the crankcase and from the lower oil pump cap (see photo).
Veglia speedometer instrument conforming to the original, but marked Gilera (see photo).
Lack of front seat anchoring elastic band.
Non-original rear brake lever control device (see photo).
Worn speedometer cable (see photo).
Left storage trunk, internally modified to realize the battery charging connection (see photo).
The plate has a slight defect (see photo).
The upper right head cover stud was damaged after applying excessive tightening torque (see photo).
Battery to be replaced.
Designation on the book -S- (Sprite 5v) see photo.
It is necessary to clarify what historically happened regarding the commercial name of the model -SS-
For new motorcycles to be introduced to the market, all manufacturers, after obtaining the prototype homologation certificate (DGM code) from the Ministry, were authorized to issue a declaration of conformity for each individual new product. This document was essential for subsequent registration and for the production of the registration certificate. Benelli did not deem it appropriate to request a new DGM code for the -SS- model because it was built with the same engine and frame as the previous -Sprite 5V- model, so it continued to use the already in-use DGM code. The Manufacturer merely changed the commercial name: -SS-, so some civil motorization offices continued to indicate in the registration books the old designation Sprite 5V in place of the new one.
Regarding the motorcycle in question, a simple web search is sufficient to verify that the chassis number 481573 belongs to a MotoBi 250 Sport Special (SS) (also produced as Benelli Sport Special), built between 1970 and 1971.
The motorcycle is sold and delivered in its current state of preservation, in the storage location in Rome. The organization, costs and responsibility for any shipment of the vehicle are to be borne by the buyer; as well as all charges related to the transfer of ownership.
Delivery of the vehicle directly to the buyer (Italian or foreign) or to the appointed courier and any ownership transfer will be carried out only after the parties sign, in Italian or English, the sale deed and provide copies of valid personal identification documents.
Accompanying the vehicle are provided.
- Original F.lli Benelli warranty certificate (undated) (see photo).
- Brooklands-it rear-view mirror.
- Brooklands-it duty stamp holder.
- Original spare parts catalog (see photo).
- Paper CDP of the first owner in original.
Details
Brand
Benelli
Model type
Sport Special
Engine size (in cc)
250
Year of first registration
1972
Condition
for restart
Registration papers
with Italian registration
Mileage
999 km
Frame number
481573
Engine number
6489
Located in country
Italy (Centre)
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
