LAVERDA 1000 3C - 1974

This bike came on the market in 1972, although it was presented at the Milan Show in 1969. The first models were equipped with front and rear drum brakes ! Fortunately for the 1974 model, a front Brembo double disc replaced the drum. One of the main characteristics of this bike were the 180° spaced crankpins, thus giving him a very particular sonority. This engine was particularly pleasant. One could not say the same for the rear suspensions. Unpleasant vibrations were also omnipresent.


 Engine type : Four stroke, in-line three cylinders (180° spaced crankpins), double overhead camshaft, air cooled, two-valves per cylinder.
 Capacity :  980.76 cm3
 Bore x Stroke :  75 x 74 mm
 Max power/rpm :  80 HP at 7250 rpm
 Max torque :  8.75 mkg at 5000 rpm
 Compression ratio :  9 : 1
 Fuel system :  3 Dell'Orto carburettors - Ø 32.
 Ignition :  CDI - 12 V
 Gear box :  5 speed
 Tyres :  Front : 3.50 X 18" – Rear : 4.00 X 18"
 Weight (empty) :  250 kg
 Max speed :  200 km/h