The Gran Premio was Legnano’s second-tier ‘corsa’ model, that to the best of my knowledge, was released in late 1958 or early 1959 coinciding most likely with the large end-of-year bike shows in Italy. The Gran Premio isn’t drastically different from the Roma Olimpiade that had a slightly lighter frame weight by approx. 0.5kg (approx. […]
First, a very Happy Easter to all my readers who observe this holiday and a special “Buona Pasqua” to my many friends and followers in Italy who have suffered such a tragedy in these past weeks. My heart is heavy with grief to everyone everywhere who have lost family and friends in the pandemic. Let […]
Another interesting Legnano courtesy of Federico Brozzi from the city of Parma in Italy. It is sometimes the case that Legnano city bikes or Sportivo models have been refinished and refitted as road bikes. Many times this is to the preference of the owner and regrettably at other times it is for the purpose of […]
Each week I enjoy receiving queries from readers around the world as to how old or what model is my Legnano. Please keep these emails coming (info@condorino.com) as I enjoy the opportunity to share what I know and also to add new knowledge for the benefit of all Legnano aficionados. Many of your requests are […]
I have been back and forth these past few weeks with a fellow enthusiast discussing the correct decals for a 1949 Tipo Roma. As we are making some headway on that topic I thought it worth sharing what has been learned. The query began with this rather unique seat tube decal that by all accounts […]
Something that I haven’t written about are freewheels, and specifically Regina freewheels that were the factory fitting on the Gran Premio, Roma Olimpiade and most other Legnano models with multiple gearing. And unlike the history of many other components, Mr. Google hasn’t been able to come up with much in the way of a definitive […]
This original and ‘unmolested’ Frejus ‘Sport Lusso’ model (luxury sport in English) has just recently arrived courtesy of her former owner Mario Erlotti of Milan. The production year of this Frejus has been dated to 1951/52 and is fitted with all of its original components with the exception perhaps of the saddle and the tires […]
I have had many inquiries from readers about the large number of new-old-stock (nos) Legnano bikes that have been turning up for sale in recent years. The question is, “Are they real or are they reproductions”? Although I have hesitated to offer a definitive answer, I have generally believed them to be the real thing […]
Please see the most recent update here on the two-digit production numbers: The two numbers stamped on the back or right side of the seat lug on Legnano frames produced after 1966 were not serial numbers and by no means should they be confused with ‘team bikes’ or representative of the year the frame […]
This 1954 Tipo Roma is just a few days away from arriving in Toronto with my special thanks to Courtney Manchester of West Hartford, Connecticut. This well maintained Legnano belonged to her late father, it was a enjoyed by him for many, many years and it is a privilege to include it in the collection. […]
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