Beschreibung:

Overhead valves made their first appearance on Moto Guzzi's '500' horizontal single in 1934, two such models - the V and GTV - making their debut that year alongside the S and GTS. The latter were developments of the existing 500cc inlet-over-exhaust models: the S being equipped with rigid frame and hand gearchange, the GTS having Guzzi's sprung frame and a foot-change gearbox. The overhead-valve V and GTV models were similarly specified, but the latter also featured leg shields and valanced mudguards as standard. In 1935 the models W and GTW were added to the range, being essentially identical to the V and GTV apart from more powerful (22bhp) engines. Identified on the basis of its engine number prefix, this sporting Moto Guzzi roadster appears to be a Model W. Apparently an earlier restoration that has since deteriorated, it carries a restorer's sticker to front mudguard reading: 'libero Galanti Figlio officina restauro Belgioioso-pv'. Nothing is known of this machine's history or mechanical condition, except that the engine turns over. Offered from a private collection, this motorcycle will require re-commissioning at the very least, or possibly more extensive restoration, before returning to the road. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves with regard to this motorcycle's age, originality, correctness, and mechanical condition prior to bidding. There are no documents with this Lot, which is sold strictly as viewed.