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Hansen & Schneider (motorcycle)

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Hansen & Schneider
Headquarters
Baden-Baden
,
Germany
Key people
Michael Hansen
Roland Schneider
ProductsMotorcycles (1976-1982)

Hansen & Schneider represented a limited series of motorcycles produced by German MV Agusta importers Michael Hansen and engineer Roland Schneider. These bikes were developed from the MV Agusta 750 Sport America and MV Agusta 350 Ipotesi models and were manufactured between 1975 and 1982.[1]

History

Established in Baden-Baden, Hansen GmbH[2] became the official German MV Agusta importer in 1970.[3]

To fill the gap in MV's lineup between the 350 cc Ipotesi and the 750 Sport America, Hansen developed a 500 cc model named the 500 S by enlarging the bore of the 350 Ipotesi engine.[4][5] Additionally, a competition-oriented variant called the 500 SS, featuring double overhead camshafts (DOHC), was also introduced.[4]

In 1976, Hansen secured factory approval to produce two exclusive models based on the Sport America: the 800 SS Super America, a naked bike[6], and the fully faired 800 SS Super Daytona America. Both were positioned as premium sports motorcycles, with an emphasis on craftsmanship that suggested a passion project rather than a purely commercial endeavor.[7]

In collaboration with Magni, Hansen commissioned an 892 cc motorcycle called the 900 S Cento Valli in 1977.[8] Roland Schneider played a key role alongside Arturo Magni in developing this model,[9] with the increased stroke crankshaft being manufactured in Germany.[8]

By 1979, Hansen received authorization from MV's management and the Agusta family to continue using the MV brand on four-cylinder motorcycles. Under Schneider's production, models such as the Corona, Grand Prix, and Agostini were assembled, incorporating components like cylinders, chain drive conversions, and frames supplied by Magni. These motorcycles remained in production until 1982.[10]

Serving as Magni parts distributors in Germany, Hansen sold numerous units of Magni's 1980-produced Magni-Honda model, which had a total run of approximately 300 machines.[11] The close partnership between Hansen and Magni has led to speculation that the MB designation stood for Magni-Hansen rather than Magni-Honda.[12] Following this success, Hansen requested that Magni develop a version using BMW engines; however, the resulting Magni-BMW did not achieve strong sales figures.[13]

Roland Schneider continued managing Hansen’s operations into the 1990s, focusing on supplying parts and restoring MV Agusta motorcycles until MSM-Performance assumed these responsibilities.[14]

500 S

Derived from the 350 cc MV Ipotesi, this model featured an increased bore of 75 mm, resulting in a displacement of 472 cc and delivering a power output of 53 hp (40 kW) at 8,900 rpm. It was equipped with larger tyres, measuring 3.00x18 at the front and 3.50x18 at the rear.[4] A lower-powered variant producing 43 hp (32 kW) at 8,200 rpm was also offered as an option. Production of these motorcycles took place during 1976 and 1977.[5]

500 SS

In 1977, a racing-oriented edition of the 500 S became available through special order. This version featured a completely redesigned engine with double overhead camshafts, generating 66 hp at 11,100 rpm. Only five units were manufactured.[4]

800 SS Super America

In 1976, Hansen collaborated with the MV factory to develop an upgraded variant of the 750 Sport America.[6] While the standard America model was sold as the 800 S America in Germany, the enhanced version carried the name 800 SS Super America.[15] This model incorporated a rear disc brake[16] and its 789 cc engine output was increased to 82 bhp (61 kW) at 9,000 rpm. Optional equipment included a Magni exhaust system and EPM magnesium wheels. Production spanned from 1976 to 1978.[17]

800 SS Super Daytona America

The 800 SS Super Daytona America represented an evolution of the 800 SS Super America, featuring a full fairing, Magni 4-into-1 exhaust system, and EPM wheels.[15] Its power was elevated to 90 bhp (67 kW) at 10,000 rpm. This model was produced between 1976 and 1977.[15][18]

900 S Cento Valli

Commissioned by Hansen Roland Schneider, Magni crafted the 900 S Cento Valli, a 900 cc machine featuring a bore of 70 mm combined with a German crankshaft that extended the stroke by 2 mm to reach an overall displacement of 892 cc. The valve diameters were enlarged to 31.8 mm for intake and 29 mm for exhaust, complemented by four Dell'Orto PHF 30A carburettors. Power output reached 104 bhp (78 kW) at 10,000 rpm. The original MV frame and shaft drive were maintained, but upgraded with Koni rear shock absorbers. Approximately ten units were produced, also known as the 900 S Arturo Magni Cento Valli.[8][19]

1000 S Corona

Lauched in 1978, the 1000 S Corona represented an enlarged displacement variant of the Cento Valli. For the MV 4-cylinder engines, each cylinder was cast separately. The 70 mm bore dimension used in the Cento Valli resulted in very thin cylinder liners. By casting the cylinders in pairs, Magni was able to install larger liners suitable for the increased bore size. These paired cylinders can be identified by their 9 cooling fins, whereas the individually cast cylinders have 11 fins. Utilizing Magni's paired cylinder design and extending the engine stroke to 62 mm, the Corona achieved a displacement of 954 cc. It featured a racing camshaft that enabled a power output of 106 bhp (79 kW) at 10,200 rpm.

1100 Grand Prix

In March 1978, Hansen unveiled the largest four-cylinder model in the lineup, displacing 1066 cc. This engine employed specially cast paired barrels with 9 cooling fins and a bore of 74 mm. The increased bore necessitated a newly designed crankshaft carrier. Additionally, a custom crankshaft with a 62 mm stroke was utilized. This engine generated 119 bhp (89 kW) at 10,200 rpm. Only five units were produced; initially, two were installed in MV frames modified for this model's chain drive, two were mounted in Magni frames, and the final engine remained unfitted until the early 2000s.

1000 Agostini

The 1000 Agostini, introduced in 1979, was an evolution of the 1000 S Corona and retained the same engine configuration. This version featured chain-driven rear wheels, a Magni frame equipped with a box-section swinging arm, and Magni "banana" style exhausts. Production was limited to just four units.

Technical details

500 S 500 SS 800 SS
Super America 		800 SS
Super Daytona
America 		900 S
Cento Valli 		1000 S
Corona 		1100
Grand Prix 		1000
Agostini
Production 1976-1977 1977 1976–1978 1976–1978 1977–1978 1978–1982 1978–1982 1979–1980
Capacity 472 cc 472 cc 789 cc 789 cc 892 cc 954 cc 1066 cc 954 cc
No. of cylinders 2 2 4 4 4 4 4 4
Valve actuation OHV DOHC DOHC DOHC DOHC DOHC DOHC DOHC
Bore/Stroke 75 x 56 mm 75 x 56 mm 67 × 56 mm 67 × 56 mm 70 × 58 mm 70 × 62 mm 74 × 62 mm 70 × 62 mm
Power 53 hp (40 kW)
@ 8,900 rpm 		66 hp (49 kW)
@ 11,100 rpm 		82 bhp (61 kW)
@ 9,000 rpm 		90 bhp (67 kW)
@ 10,000 rpm 		104 bhp (78 kW)
@ 10,000 rpm 		106 bhp (79 kW)
@ 10,200 rpm 		119 bhp (89 kW)
@ 10,200 rpm 		104 bhp (78 kW)
@ 10,000 rpm
Final
drive 		Chain Chain Shaft Shaft Shaft Shaft Chain Chain
Wheelbase 1310 mm 1310 mm 1420 mm 1420 mm 1420 mm 1390 mm 1450 mm 1450 mm
Maximum
speed 		210 km/h (130 mph) 235 km/h (146 mph) 230 km/h (140 mph) 237 km/h (147 mph) 230 km/h (140 mph)
Production
quantity 		5 10 12 5 4
Footnotes


References

  1. ↑ Falloon 2011, pp. 187–213.
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  3. ↑ Falloon 2011, p. 210.
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Motorrad Katalog 1977, p. 134.
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Schwab 1987, p. 58.
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 Cloesen 2014, p. 113.
  7. ↑ Tragatsch 2000, p. 123.
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 Falloon 2011, pp. 210–211.
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  10. ↑ Falloon 2011, pp. 213–214.
  11. ↑ Cathcart 2003, p. 48.
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  13. ↑ Cathcart 2003, p. 49.
  14. ↑ Lua error in Module:Citation/CS1/Configuration at line 2123: attempt to index field '?' (a nil value).
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 15.2 Falloon 2011, p. 187.
  16. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named 1977 MV Agusta 800 SS Super America
  17. ↑ Schermer1977, p. 8.
  18. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named www.shepsters.com Daytona
  19. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named 1977 MV Agusta - Hansen 900 S Arturo Magni - Cento Valli

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