1967 Benelli 350 4C Racer
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Highlights
- Beautiful restored 350
- Former Best Classic club winner
- Well known in Benelli circles
- Evocative racing specification
- Rebuilt 343cc DOHC L4 engine
The Appeal
When other manufacturers exited the 350 racing class, Benelli persevered. And lets be thankful it did because a year after this beautiful racing bike was built, a 350 4C took second in class at the Isle of Man TT in the hands of Renzo Pasolini.
In the 60s and 70s Benelli developed bikes for other manufacturers and sold through USA department changes. The Mojave was one such bike and was built in small numbers, possibly as a precursor for a future model. It featured a compelling specification including laced wheels, chromed exhaust, drum brakes, dual shock absorbers and telescopic forks. These bikes are now so rare that very little is known about them.
This restored Benelli evokes the firm's illustrious racing era with its lithe and sleek looks. The refurbishment work covered the bodywork and mechanicals, including rebuilding the engine. It is perhaps no surprise to learn that it has been awarded Best Classic at a Benelli Motori Club GB event.
In the 60s and 70s Benelli developed bikes for other manufacturers and sold through USA department changes. The Mojave was one such bike and was built in small numbers, possibly as a precursor for a future model. It featured a compelling specification including laced wheels, chromed exhaust, drum brakes, dual shock absorbers and telescopic forks. These bikes are now so rare that very little is known about them.
This restored Benelli evokes the firm's illustrious racing era with its lithe and sleek looks. The refurbishment work covered the bodywork and mechanicals, including rebuilding the engine. It is perhaps no surprise to learn that it has been awarded Best Classic at a Benelli Motori Club GB event.
Recently released from the extensive collection of a very discerning enthusiast, this is a lovely example of a stylish bike from one of Italy’s oldest manufacturers.
The History and Paperwork
- Vintage Motorcycle Club certification confirms this is a 1967 bike
- Also verifies it is matching numbers
- Club trophy and old magazines
- Handwritten notes from previous owner
- Not road registered, suitable for track and racing use
The Condition
- Restored 350 in classic racing red with roundels
- Smart high quality factory decals
- Red and black saddle
- Finished to a high standard reflected in Club award
- Chrome wire wheels in good order
- Supplied with a factory stand in matching red
The Mechanics
- Rebuilt 343cc single cylinder engine
- 60bhp output
- No reported running or riding issues
- Detailed starting, running and maintenance notes included in history file
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1977
- Make Benelli
- Model Mojave 350
- Colour Red
- Odometer 0
- Engine size 350
Auction Details
- Seller Type Private
- Town Stevenage
- Location Hertfordshire
- Country United Kingdom
15
bids
from 6
bidders
- ch•••• £4,000 11/04/24
- ro•••• £3,100 11/04/24
- ne•••• £2,950 11/04/24
- ro•••• £2,850 11/04/24
- ne•••• £2,750 11/04/24
- ro•••• £2,600 11/04/24
- ne•••• £2,500 11/04/24
- ro•••• £2,400 11/04/24
- al•••• £2,300 11/04/24
- ro•••• £2,200 11/04/24
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