Parilla · 1946–1950s
Parilla 250: history and buying advice
Giovanni Parrilla started in 1946 with a 250 cc racer with overhead camshaft.
History
After the war Giovanni Parrilla built a 250 cc racer in Milan, a single with overhead camshaft (bore and stroke 66 × 72 mm). It ran its first race in October 1946 at Lecco. Later came a twin-cam version of about 21 hp. For the brand name he dropped one r: Parilla.
At the 1947 Milan motorcycle show stood the 250 Sport for the road, with about 14 hp. Smaller models of 98 and 125 cc followed later.
Key data
| Engine | 1 cylinder, overhead camshaft, 250 cc (66 × 72 mm) |
|---|---|
| Racer | later with twin camshafts, approx. 21 hp |
| 250 Sport | Milan 1947, approx. 14 hp |
| First race | October 1946, Lecco |
What to check when buying
- Early Parillas are rare; ask about origin and what is original.
- Check the camshaft drive for noise and play.
- Parts often have to be remade.
- Compare the numbers with the papers.
SourcesOld Bike Mag: Parilla (English)Cybermotorcycle: Parilla (English)