Giovanni Cucinotta Memorial / Vintage Motorcycle Rally

A rally between motorcycling passion and memory

The Giovanni Cucinotta Memorial is the spring appointment in Villafranca Tirrena, in the Metropolitan City of Messina, Sicily, that brings together vintage motorcycling enthusiasts. The event combines the historic Vintage Motorcycle Rally organized by the Moto Club d'Epoca Sicilia with a tribute to Giovanni Cucinotta, a beloved figure in the local community and an active club member.

Who was Giovanni Cucinotta

Giovanni Cucinotta is remembered as an honest and loyal entrepreneur, owner of a transport business, and for several years a town councillor in Villafranca Tirrena. As a member of the Moto Club d'Epoca Sicilia board, he shared a great passion for motorcycles with his fellow club members. Having passed away prematurely following an accident, he is commemorated today through this Memorial, which celebrates his values and his love for two-wheeled vehicles.

The day of the rally

The event kicks off in Piazza A. De Curtis, in the heart of Villafranca Tirrena, with participant registration. Vespas and vintage motorcycles of all kinds gather, offering a glimpse into decades of Italian motorcycling history. After the welcome, the convoy sets off in a parade through the town and neighboring municipalities, with stops dedicated to remembrance and convivial moments offered by the municipal administration.

• Registration and gathering of crews in the square
• Parade of vintage motorcycles and Vespas
• Commemorative moment dedicated to Giovanni Cucinotta
• Aperitif and social gathering with the local community

The Moto Club d'Epoca Sicilia

The event is organized by the Moto Club d'Epoca Sicilia, based in San Pier Niceto (ME) and affiliated with the Italian Motorcycling Federation since 2006. For years, the club has promoted rallies, exhibitions, and events dedicated to preserving and showcasing historic motorcycling heritage, with a long tradition of appointments in the town of Villafranca Tirrena.

Between tradition and territory

The Giovanni Cucinotta Memorial is a prime example of how a passion for engines can become an occasion for gathering and shared memory. For enthusiasts and visitors alike, it is an opportunity to admire rare, well-preserved vehicles and discover Villafranca Tirrena, overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea between Messina and the Nebrodi mountains, in a festive atmosphere that weaves together local traditions, community spirit, and a love for two wheels.