125 Bicilindrica

125 Bicilindrica

1957

History

The twin-cylinder Gilera 125 Bicilindrica made its successful debut in 1956 at Monza, driven by Romolo Ferri, beating the favourite, the MV Agusta of Ubbiali. Designed by Franco Passoni, it scored numerous successes in its first year, but the following year only competed in two races in the Italian championship before Gilera withdrew from racing. The model featured numerous advanced technical solutions such as the frame with double upper and lower cradle, a boxed tank designed specifically to be fitted with fairing, two large light alloy brakes with double cam and double control lever.

Tech Specs

Engine twin cylinder four-stroke

Displacement 124,656 cc

Max Speed 190 km/h

Suspensions front telescopic fork; rear oscillating fork with hydraulic shock absorber

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