| Laverda's profilation of this bike |
| Laverda, originally an Italian manufacturer of combine harvesters, ptoduced their first motorcycle in 1947. Today the Laverda brand is owned buy Aprilia. And they are since 2004 a part of the Piaggio Group who quietly have closed all activities related to the Laverda brand.
Laverda was at their peak of bike production in the 70´s.
The agricultural equipment brand is famous for quality, simplicity, and efficiency; while the motorcycles in their day gained a reputation for being robust and innovative.
The Laverda brand was absorbed by Piaggio, when in 2004, Piaggio absorbed Aprilia. Since, Piaggio has elected to quietly close all activities related to the Laverda brand, and has publicly stated that they would be willing to sell the rights to the brand if an investor should appear. Today, despite a parking website by Piaggio at Laverda.com, the brand is no longer in use. |
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General information |
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Model
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Laverda 750 GT |
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Year
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1968 |
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Category
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Classic |
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Rating
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Engine and transmission |
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Displacement
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753.9 ccm (46.00 cubic inches) |
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Engine type
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Twin, four-stroke |
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Power
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52.0 HP (38.0 kW)) @ 6900 RPM |
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Compression
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7.7:1 |
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Bore x stroke
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80.0 x 74.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches) |
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Fuel system
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Carburettor. 2x 30mm Dell´Orto vhb30 |
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Cooling system
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Air |
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Gearbox
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5-speed |
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Transmission type
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Chain (final drive) |
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Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels |
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Front suspension
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Marzocchi telescopic forks |
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Rear suspension
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Swinging arm dual shocks |
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Front tire
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3.50-18 |
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Rear tire
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4.00-18 |
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Front brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Diameter
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230 mm (9.1 inches) |
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Rear brakes
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Expanding brake (drum brake) |
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Diameter
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200 mm (7.9 inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities |
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Weight incl. oil, gas, etc
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218.0 kg (480.6 pounds) |
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Fuel capacity
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19.00 litres (5.02 US gallons) |
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Other specifications |
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Further information |
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