#7409 • Alfredo Milani’s Gilera Sidecar Race Motorcycle

Part of Collection of the de Medici Royal Family (timed auction by GWS Auctions)

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Est. $325,000-$350,000 Alfredo Milani’s 1950s Gilera Saturno Piuma 150 Sidecar Race Motorcycle – This spectacular and rare racing motorcycle was made by Gilera and was previously owned by Italian Grand Prix motorcycle road racer Alfredo Milani, who ran for Gilera from 1939 to 1964. This 1950s Gilera Saturno Piuma is the sidecar version also known as “ciabatta”, and features: modified racing frame, double jaw front brake, Dell’Orto carburetor with separate tank, Borani aluminum racing rims with racing reinforcement, Magneti Marelli racing low steering damper and stiffening spring fork for conduction sidecar, official racing engine and original hand-sewn sling in Longhi's hand-beaten aluminum. This motorcycle belonged to Alfredo Milani, and truly belongs in a museum. The bike has a racing number “28”, and the front fender also has a plate which reads “Concessionario Alfredo Milani Milano” in the colors of the Italian flag. Alfredo Milani (1924-2017) was an Italian Grand Prix motorcycle road racer. His best year was in 1951 when he won two Grand Prix races and finished second to Geoff Duke in the 500cc world championship. Milani rode for the Gilera factory for his entire career. Please note: The bike was used only for track use and is not equipped with a plate.