The Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale 2023 30th July 2023

38 The Shuttleworth Motorcycle Sale 2023 Lot 563 1955 MV Agusta 175 CSS 4 Disco Volante 172cc Extremely rare and very collectable, this Earles Fork 1955 Super Sport ‘Flying Saucer’ is one of only 500 built. • Part of the late Alan Elderton Collection • Introduced in 1952 and heralded the new, state of the art, design CS four-stroke lightweight machines • The 175 CS Sport was a more tuned version and sported a very distinctive fuel tank design that resembled a flying saucer, hence the name ‘disco volante’ • Fitted with a state-of-the-art race-developed Earles-type leading-link fork • The Earles Fork version had an engine uprated to only 1bhp less than the legendary Squalo and also featured oiling modifications that allowed it to rev to 8,800rpm • This example was restored during 2008/2009 by Alan then reassembled after his death by Mole Benn in 2010 to its current condition • Displayed at various bike events over the years • No paperwork included and may require some recommissioning before road use • Superbly presented, an absolute delight and a credit to all concerned Registration: UNREGISTERED Frame No: 404467 Engine No: 450153 SS Estimate: £10,000 - £15,000 Consignor: Mark Bryan Tel No: 07958 107974 More Details Lot 563 Bid On Lot 563