History
Originally started in 1914 as the Giro Motociclistico d’Italia, the historic race was loved for its daring open road excitement and competitive spirit. The competition gained momentum over the years and reached a heyday in the mid 1950s when it became the showcase of Italian motorbike manufacturers: Gilera, Ducati, Morini, Mondial, Benelli and MV Augusta. Italy was shaking off wartime trauma at the time and had a newfound zest for all things fast—especially high performance motorcycles. Many of the bikes were created specifically for the Motogiro, helping to build Italy’s legendary reputation for speed, style and performance. Despite its success, the race was ended in 1957 when the Italian government prohibited all road races.
In June 2001, forty-four years later, Dream Engine re-launched the quintessential Italian motorcycling experience in all its glory, attracting legendary riders such as Bruno Spaggiari, Remo Venturi, Giuliano Maoggi and Leopoldo Tartarini. The event was a sell-out success and attracted over three hundred participants from around the world, international press and thousands of roadside fans. Each year the event has grown in scope and ambition. This year the Italian version of the Motogiro departs from Rome on May 19th and continues through the 24th.
“The Motogiro is a living museum,” said David M. Gross,Dream Engine partner and one of the race founders, “It connects us with the heroes of motorcycling and takes us on a thrilling rides into the future. The Motogiro is a celebration of the magic of Italian motorcycling,that incredible, almost mystical mix of design, style and performance - a most intoxicating elixir.”
In June 2001, forty-four years later, Dream Engine re-launched the quintessential Italian motorcycling experience in all its glory, attracting legendary riders such as Bruno Spaggiari, Remo Venturi, Giuliano Maoggi and Leopoldo Tartarini. The event was a sell-out success and attracted over three hundred participants from around the world, international press and thousands of roadside fans. Each year the event has grown in scope and ambition. This year the Italian version of the Motogiro departs from Rome on May 19th and continues through the 24th.
“The Motogiro is a living museum,” said David M. Gross,Dream Engine partner and one of the race founders, “It connects us with the heroes of motorcycling and takes us on a thrilling rides into the future. The Motogiro is a celebration of the magic of Italian motorcycling,that incredible, almost mystical mix of design, style and performance - a most intoxicating elixir.”
