Marco Simoncelli's Gilera RSA 250 of 2008 granted to Paolo Simoncelli

The bike of Marco Simoncelli with whom he won the world title in 2008 in class 250 was delivered to Paolo Simoncelli yesterday. The delivery of the bike, a Gilera RSA 250, occurred at the site dell'Aprilia Racing Aprilia, near Venice. The bike is now on display at the museum Coriano the foundation that bears the name of Marco Simoncelli.

After the Honda RC212V number 58, then, the Foundation was presented with the Marco Simoncelli Gilera RSA 250.

"Another special day, another gesture that fills the heart of our family in memory of a victory that made ​​Mark happy and proud" said Paolo Simoncelli.

20 October 2008, riding this bike is realizing his dream of sempre.Ricordo that from the elementary schools had a clear idea of ​​what his goal: "I'll be world champion one day" was the phrase most frequently and in his diary that day, just riding the Metis Gilera Team, its dream was realized. Thanks to Aprilia - he concluded - then and now. "

Source: http://www.zimbio.com/MotoGP/articles/naSNvneeLS4/Marco+Simoncelli+Gilera+RSA+250+2008+granted

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