LAVERDA 125 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

The 1989 MY Laverda 125 GSR is addressed for younger or less experienced riders who want an Italian-built and designed entry-level machine. It sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce 23 horsepower at 9200 rpm. It comes with a full fairing, a single seat that matches with the wheels, and a race-derived suspension package composed of a telescopic fork in the front and a monoshock with adjustable damping in the rear.

The 1987 MY Laverda 125 LB Sabbia is a small-bore naked machine, that can also tackle longer hauls, thanks to its comfortable riding position and standard saddlebags and luggage rack. It sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder lump paired to a five-speed manual transmission that can produce a claimed 16 horsepower at 7500 rpm. Standard features include a telescopic fork in the front, rear dual shocks with adjustable damping, a single disc brake in the front and a 150 mm drum in the rear.

The 1985 MY Laverda 125 LB Uno is a race-inspired, entry-level machine, that addresses novice and inexperienced riders. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, that can produce 23 horsepower at 9200 rpm. It comes with a fork-mounted fairing, telescopic forks, a monoshock as a rear suspension, and a race-derived, two-tone color scheme. Other features include a front Brembo disc brake and cast aluminium, three-spoked wheels.

The 1985 MY Laverda 125 LB Sport addresses novice and inexperienced riders that still want a gritty learner machine. It sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission that can produce 16 horsepower at 7500 rpm. It also boasts a rather comfortable riding position, thanks to the Marzocchi front fork, and a 30" seat height. In addition, a Brembo braking system comes as standard, and the wheels are cast, ten-spoked alloy ones, which increase its maneuverability and lower its unsprung weight.

The 1985 MY Laverda CU 125 Custom Ride is one of the most peculiar machines produced by the Italian brand. It sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission that can produce 23 horsepower. It comes standard with a small windscreen, high, ape-hanger bars, a dual seat with passenger backrest, a luggage rack, Grimeca wheels, a Marzocchi front fork, Brembo brakes and a Sebac monoshock in the rear.

The 1982 MY Laverda 125 LZ Sport has, at its heart, a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, that can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque. It also comes standard with a high-end suspension package, composed of a 32 mm Marzocchi fork and dual adjustable shocks in the rear, as well as a 260mm disc brake in the front and a rear 160mm drum.

This race-inspired machine addresses the younger and less-experienced among riders that have a more adventurous spirit, and want more out of their Italian, entry-level, two-wheeler.

The 1982 MY Laverda 125 LZ Elegant addresses novice or less experienced riders that want a more luxurious machine, coming standard with a tasteful gold-coated, seven-spoked ally wheels, that match the gold detailing on the rest of the machine. In addition, it comes with a passenger grab rail, a comfortable, dual seat, as well as a 32 mm Marzocchi front fork and dual adjustable shocks in the rear, which make for a more comfortable and maneuverable machine.

At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder lump paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque.

If you are a novice or less-experienced rider and want an entry-level cruiser machine, than the 1982 MY Laverda 125 LZ Custom may be the right choice for you. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder lump paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque. It comes standard with raised handlebars, a dual-seat, dual adjustable shocks in the rear, a Marzocchi telescopic front fork, and black-coated, seven-spoked alloy wheels. Also, the Custom version, as opposed to its siblings, comes with a personalized paint scheme.

The 1982 MY Laverda 125 LZ Sport is an entry-level, pure Italian machine that is suitable for the less experienced and even novice among riders, who want a more race-like experience. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder lump paired to a five-speed manual transmission that can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque. Also, it has a Marzocchi front fork, dual adjustable shock absorbers in the rear, a dual seat, and a race-inspired color scheme, with racing stripes.

The 1981 MY Laverda LZ 125 Sport is a more performance-oriented entry level machine, which addresses the adventurous but, at the same time, novice and inexperienced rider with a taste for Italian-built machines. It sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder paired to a five-speed manual transmission, that produces 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque.

It comes standard with a fork-mounted fairing and small windscreen, a dual seat, a 32mm Marzocchi front fork and a single 260mm front disc brake, dual adjustable shocks in the rear and an 160mm drum brake, as well as a racing red paint scheme, which is sure to turn heads no matter where one decides to ride it.

The 1979 MY Laverda 125 LZ sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque. This learner machine addresses younger and less-experienced riders who want an "Italian thoroughbred" look and feel on their two-wheeler. It comes standard with 32mm Marzocchi forks, adjustable dual shocks in the rear, a single 260mm disc brake in the front and a 160mm drum in the rear, as well as seven-spoked alloy wheels.

The 1978 MY Laverda 125 LZ sports a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 17 horsepower and 16 Nm of torque. The suspension is composed of a 32mm Marzocchi telescopic fork in the front and dual adjustable shock absorbers in the rear, and offers a comfortable riding position, as well as improve its cornering abilities. It also comes with seven-spoked alloy wheels, a Mikuni VM28 carburetor, and it tips the scale at just 108 kg, making it a suitable machine for the younger and less experienced riders.

When it comes to Italian-built, agile enduro machines, it doesn't get much better than the 1976 MY Laverda 125 CR. It sports an air-cooled, two-stroke, 124cc, single cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission. It comes with wire-spoked wheels, a Marzocchi telescopic fork, dual gas shocks in the rear and a drum braking system. Also, it tips the scale at only 82 kg, and has a 7 liter fuel tank.