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Rare over-100-year-old 1919 Cleveland M19 — AMCA-awarded example from a private collector, Raasepori

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Registered: Yes
Registration number: RW-808
VIN number: 12991
Valid traffic insurance: Yes
Inspected: Inspection not required
Emission modified: No

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Rare over-100-year-old Cleveland M19 – AMCA-awarded example from a private collector. Offered is a genuine rarity in motorcycling history: a 1919 Cleveland M19. This American classic is an important part of motorcycle history and is now seeking a new home from a long-term private collection.

The bike has been part of a carefully maintained collection and is now being sold due to the owner’s advanced age and illness. This is not a forced sale; the aim is to find a new owner who appreciates this historical treasure. The motorcycle was restored in Sweden and the current owner imported it to Finland in 2009.

The Cleveland M19 was the only light motorcycle selected by the United States War Department for dispatch duties in World War I. It performed its tasks exceptionally well under demanding conditions.

Unique engineering: The bike features the distinctive transverse-mounted 220 cc two-stroke engine and a low profile that make it particularly interesting.

The machine has received international recognition, awarded the prestigious AMCA (Antique Motorcycle Club of America) Junior First prize in the small motorcycles class in Germany — initially awarded Second Prize and, after some improvements, First Prize in 2004.

Technical details:

Model: 1919 Cleveland M19 (USA)
Engine: 220 cc, 2-stroke
Transmission: 2-speed
Weight: Only 75 kg – very light and easy to handle.

The bike was originally imported new to Sweden.

This motorcycle is a perfect addition to a museum or a demanding collector’s collection.

Don’t miss the opportunity to acquire a piece of genuine motorcycle history from an expert home!

First registration date in Finland: 25 January 2010

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Defects and other observations

It has not been run for a long time and will likely require some recommissioning.

The current owner has ridden the bike, but it is not recommended for road use; although registered, it does not meet modern requirements.

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