1970 Italjet Grifon

It carried the name Grifon on its beautifully crafted side panels, and it’s believed that this particular bike — now owed by West Country enthusiast Roger Chapman — is possibly the only one of its kind in the U.K.

By Andrew Westlake
Updated on June 8, 2022
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by Andrew Westlake
  • Engine: 649cc OHV air-cooled unit construction 4-stroke vertical twin, 71mm x 82mm bore and stroke, 9:1 compression ratio, 54hp @ 7,300rpm
  • Top speed: 109mph (175kph) est.
  • Carburetion: Dual 30mm Amal Concentric 930
  • Electrics: 12v, battery/coil
  • Transmission: 4-speed
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