Historical Re-enactment of Vintage Motorcycles - Mario Bertozzi "Pioz" Memorial

A Journey Back to the Heroic Age of Motorcycling

The Historical Re-enactment of Vintage Motorcycles, titled Mario Bertozzi "Pioz" Memorial, is the spring event that in Misano Adriatico (Province of Rimini, Emilia-Romagna) brings a fascinating page of local sporting history back to life. For one Sunday, the central streets and the seafront of the town are once again transformed into a circuit, as they were in the Sixties, when motorcycles raced between houses and just a stone's throw from the sea.

The City Circuit and Its History

Before the modern Racetrack (now dedicated to Marco Simoncelli) was built, Misano hosted its races directly on the urban track. Those competitions anticipated the arrival of the major facility by about ten years and saw some of the names who would write Italian motorcycling history compete. The re-enactment was created precisely to preserve this memory, dedicating it to Mario Bertozzi, nicknamed "Pioz", a figure dear to Misano enthusiasts.

Vintage Motorcycles, Champions, and Exhibition-Swap Meet

The heart of the day is the re-enactment parade reserved for motorcycles built up to 1979, divided by categories. Along the streets, the engines of legendary brands like Ducati, MV Agusta, Benelli, MotoBi, Morini, Gilera, Paton, Bianchi, and Laverda echo. The highlight is the Parade of Champions, which over the years has seen former riders and world champions connected to the Riviera and beyond parade. Completing the event is a vintage motorcycle and antique cycling exhibition and swap meet that attracts collectors and curious onlookers.

A Celebration for the Entire Town

The event, organized by the Moto Club Misano Adriatico with the support of the Municipality, is a true popular celebration: free admission, a large crowd along the route, and an atmosphere that combines sport, nostalgia, and Romagna tradition. The event is part of Misano's spring calendar, alongside other traditional local events.