Benelli 250 Dario Ambrosini 1950 Swiss Grand Prix world champion photo

Description

A superb and rare photo of the great
Dario Ambrosini
from Italy on the magnificent
Benelli 250cc d.o.h.c. single
during the
1950 250cc Grand Prix of
Switzerland
, which was ridden at
Geneva
.
Ambrosini
won in 1950 every round of the World Championship with the exception of the Ulster Grand Prix, in which he finished 2
nd
. The Italian brand also won the World Championship for Constructors in the 250cc class in 1950. It is a great image of Dario Ambrosini and the magnificent Benelli 250 Bialbero Grand Prix single, which was a pre war design, but a very successful one. Ted Mellors had already driven it to victory in the 1939 Lightweight T.T. on the IOM. In 1950 Ambrosini did the same. The Benelli had a vertical 248.8cc single cylinder engine, with a bore and stroke of 70 x
64.8 mm
. The two double overhead camshafts were gear driven. The gearbox had four speeds The chassis was conventional, brazed up, and featured a girder type front fork and plunger rear suspension. The (covered) flywheel was located outside the engine casings, making it a stiff and compact, engine.
In 1950 Ambrosini also won the 250cc Lightweight TT on the Isle of Man. On the last lap he set a
lap record of 27 minutes and 59 seconds, good for an average speed of
80.91 mph
(
130.21 km/h
)! He would win the race and would continue to win the 250cc World Championship that year on the photographed Benelli!
We have more photos listed on Ebay of Benelli and other brands with various riders.
This is your rare chance to own this
non period
photo that reflects a very interesting and historic piece of motorcycle and Benelli’s history. Therefore it is printed in a nice large format of ca. 8" x 12" (ca. 20 x
30 cm
).
Shipping costs will only be $ 7.00 regardless of how many photos you buy.   For 5 or more photos, shipping is free!
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No copyright expressed or implied. Sold as collectable item only. We are clearing out our archives that we have gathered from various sources.
All items always sent well protected in PVC clear files
and board backed envelopes.
We have photographs that came from professional collections and/or were bought from the original photographer or press studio! They are all of professional and excellent quality.
After many decades of professionally collecting photographs and posters we are clearing out our archives. They make the perfect gift and are perfectly suited for framing. They will look gorgeous unframed and will be a true asset nicely framed with a border. They are a gorgeous and great asset in every home, workshop, workplace, restaurant, bar or club!
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