The MV Augusta

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This is a really rare photo of a MV Agusta scooter. MV Agusta were a manufacturer of some pretty serious racing motorcycles up to the late 70's. Though they made many street-going motorcycles, I guess even they could not resist dipping their toe into the huge scooter market in Italy after the war. They made a few different scooters starting around 1949.  This appears to be an early 50's model called the "Ovunque."  Not the sexiest name...  It had a 125 two stroke motor with a three speed gearbox.  Power was around 5 hp.  This scooter was made with either one, or two exhausts.  This is the one exhaust model.  Note the accessory child seat located just in front of where the kid is sitting.  Safety was a top priority!