This Morbidelli VR125 race bike is a remarkable piece of racing history, equipped with a liquid-cooled 123cc four-stroke parallel-twin engine paired with a six-speed transmission. Its fully-faired bodywork is finished in bright yellow, complemented by white number plates and a sleek black center stripe. A clear windscreen, rear-set foot controls, and a racing seat complete its aggressive race-ready look.
The bike rides on gold-finished 18″ alloy wheels, featuring five spokes up front and three at the rear, mounted with Avon Roadrunner tires. Suspension duties are managed by a Marzocchi 32mm fork and a monoshock attached to a triangulated swingarm, offering precise handling on the track. Stopping power is handled by triple Brembo disc brakes with cross-drilled rotors, though the seller notes some corrosion on the rear disc.
The VR125’s cockpit is race-focused, with clip-on handlebars mounted below the top triple clamp. Ahead of the rider sits a 16,000-rpm tachometer and a coolant temperature gauge, though the bike lacks an odometer, so total mileage is unknown.
Underneath, the liquid-cooled 123cc four-stroke parallel-twin engine was factory rated at 42 horsepower. It features an electric starter, rotary valves, Krober capacitor-discharge ignition, and dual 28mm Mikuni carburetors. Although the engine has not been started under current ownership, it reportedly turns over freely with good compression and spark. Power is delivered to the rear wheel via a six-speed transmission and chain drive.
This VR125 was produced between 1974 and 1980 and boasts a celebrated racing pedigree, having secured first-place finishes in the 125cc Grand Prix World Championships in 1975, 1976, and 1977.
Purchased by the current seller in 2018, this example is offered for sale with no reserve in Utah. It is intended for off-road use only and comes with a paddock stand and a bill of sale. Please note, the seller has been unable to locate serial numbers on the frame or engine, and the bike does not have a title or registration.
This Morbidelli VR125 stands as a rare and authentic race machine, ideal for collectors and vintage racing enthusiasts looking for a piece of Grand Prix history.
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