A Brief History of the Marque: Astoria
Astoria (1947-1958) are motorcycles designed and produced in Milan by
ex-racer Virginio Fieschi with the collaboration of Alfredo Bianchi, planner
of engines for Parilla and Aermacchi, built nice two stroke 160 cc and
ohv singles from 124 to 246 cc. Produced also an ohc 174 cc and a twin
cylinder 500. The Astoria used also Villiers engines for a model produced
in 1950 only.
Another Italian source says that Astoria also produced 250 & 500cc
machines from 1934-36.
There was also an Astoria made in Germany 1923-25
(Thanks to Giorgio Pozzi, owner of an Astoria 160cc two-stroke, for
much of the above information)
April 11, 2000
My name is Giorgio Pozzi and lived in Milano. I have much become fond
of story above all Italian motorcycle. Compliments for the beautiful site
for the Italian bikes. I write you to give you some useful news. You excuse
me for my bad English.
-- Giorgio Pozzi -- giorgio.c.pozzi at libero.it
(See Astoria History above)
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