. "1978Z"^^ . . . . . . "Cagiva is an Italian motorcycle manufacturer. It was founded in 1950 by Claudio Castiglioni in Varese, originally producing small metal components. It went into the motorcycle industry in 1978. The name is a portmanteau derived from the founder's son 'Giovanni' and the founding location, i.e. CAstiglioni GIovanni VArese.In its history, Cagiva won races in Dakar and Motocross competitions, as well as in Grand Prix motorcycle racing."@en . "Cagiva"@en . . .