1978 Moto Guzzi V50 MKII - 39km
Highlights
- Comprehensively restored to very high standards
- One former registered keeper
- Every component meticulously refinished
- Offered from a private collection of rare collector-grade vehicle
- Available with international shipping arrangements
The Appeal
Here's something rather special. We'll let the vendor explain:
"There are motorcycles. Then there are Moto Guzzis. And then there is this Moto Guzzi—a 1978 V50 MkII so perfect, so exquisitely restored, that it makes even factory-fresh examples look unfinished.
"There are motorcycles. Then there are Moto Guzzis. And then there is this Moto Guzzi—a 1978 V50 MkII so perfect, so exquisitely restored, that it makes even factory-fresh examples look unfinished.
"This is not a bike. This is an obsession in metal, rubber, and soul.
A Restoration Beyond Perfection
"One former keeper—a Guzzi fanatic with deep pockets and limitless patience—poured mountains of money and hundreds of hours into making this V50 the best in existence. Every nut, every bolt, every surface has been painstakingly reworked, refinished, and perfected to a level Moto Guzzi themselves would struggle to match."
Offering the marque's signature transverse V-twin in a more compact, nimble package than its larger siblings, the V50 MkII is one of Moto Guzzi's most celebrated models.
Coming from a private collection and having benefited from significant investment of both time and resources, this 1978 example presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully restored example of this charismatic Italian classic.
History and Paperwork
- One former registered keeper
- 39 km indicated
- Part of a significant private collection in South Africa
- International shipping available through Freight Factory based at Cape Town port
The Condition
- Bodywork restored to very high standards
- The paintwork has a deep, rich finish
- Chrome and alloy components polished to a high shine, with no pits and no scratches,
- All wiring, fasteners and fittings reported to be factory-correct
The vendor remarks:
"The cleanest, most perfect V50 ever offered. This is a bike that redefines what “mint condition” means. You will never find another.
"If you’re looking for a “cheap classic” or a “weekend project,” look elsewhere. This is the best V50 in the world."
The Mechanics
- 500cc transverse V-twin engine
- Five-speed gearbox
- Shaft drive
- The vendor states the motorcycle is in very good mechanical condition
- Described as light and nimble in operation
- We're informed the engine runs smoothly with characteristic Moto Guzzi sound
The vendor remarks:
"The V50 MkII is a revelation on the road. It is light, nimble, and alive, the 500cc transverse V-twin singing its deep, charismatic tune beneath you. With its shaft drive and perfectly balanced chassis, this is a motorcycle that dances through corners with grace and eats up long roads with effortless charm.
"This isn’t just about riding—it’s about feeling. About hearing the soulful burble of that iconic engine. About flicking through gears with a precision that makes your heart race. About owning something so rare, so utterly perfect, that people stop and stare wherever you go."
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1978
- Make Moto Guzzi
- Model V50
- Colour Red
- Odometer 39 Kilometres
- Engine size 500
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Central Karoo
- Location International
- Country South Africa
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