Description
COD RUM00016
Rumi was founded in Bergamo at the beginning of the 20th century as a foundry and remained so until the end of World War II, when production was converted to the manufacture of marine propellers, periscopes, torpedoes, and various armaments, hence the historic Rumi trademark: a marine propeller, an anchor, and a periscope.
Rumi motorcycle production began in 1949, with the development of a prototype of the Turismo model, with a 125 cc, 6 hp twin-cylinder engine. This model was presented at the 1950 Milan Trade Fair and remained in production until 1956.
The following year, production began of the Sport model, with the same displacement but sportier features than its predecessor. This model was Rumi's most successful model until 1958.
Rumi motorcycles have always stood out for their originality, both in design and construction, to the point of being called "the artist's motorcycle" in reference to the artistic talents of Donnino Rumi, who, in addition to founding Rumi, was also a sculptor and painter, dedicating the rest of his life to art after retiring from industrial activity.
In 1951, Rumi also wanted to venture into the scooter sector, then dominated by the two giants Vespa and Lambretta, introducing the Scoiattolo, a vehicle of absolute originality, followed in 1954 by the Formichino, which used the same engine as its predecessors.
Rumi quickly gained a good reputation in both on-road and off-road competitions, and capitalized on its experience to introduce highly racing-oriented models such as the 1955 Rumi Junior.
The company's go-karts were also well-known, as it was one of the first kart manufacturers in Italy. Powered primarily by the proven 125cc engine, they featured a tubular frame with a rather elegant design.
The Bergamo-based company, which had managed to employ as many as 1, 500 people, ran into financial trouble in 1960, from which it was unable to recover, and production ended.
Rumi had an impressive track record, also achieving important victories in various speed and endurance championships.
In 1954, the Super Sport Competizione "Gobbetto" won the Italian Speed Championship.
In the late 1950s, in the 125 and 175 cc Scooter classes, it twice triumphed in the legendary Bol d'Or, a grueling 24-hour endurance race held in France.
Our Rumi Junior 125
- Original GE license plate
- Officially deregistered
- Chassis no. 11798
- Beautifully restored example
- 124 cc, single-cylinder, 2-stroke engine
- Power: 9 HP
- Top speed: 121 km/ h
- Black and white with blue piping
- Open double cradle frame
- Perfectly efficient
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The motocycle is visible in our showroom in Reggio Emilia, Italy.
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