300cc Raid Militare

When the 250 Raid was introduced in 1957, it was considered a large capacity motorcycle. It was a superb long distance cruiser, and MV hoped tp increase its appeal by enlarging the engine to 300cc for 1959. Visual differences between the 250 and 300 included the fueltank, exhaust, and fenders. Unfortunately the public gave the Raid a collective yawn. MV pitched the bike to law enforcement and the armed forces. The military bought some examples, but in limited numbers. The 4-stroke single generated 14 HP, and it could reach a top-speed of 115 kph. The vein of times, suspension was simple, rugged, and gave a comfortable ride. With a telescopic hydraulic front fork and rear swingarm with a pair of shock absorbers, the Raid Military could give its rider a smooth ride, hour after hour.