LAVERDA 750 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

If you become the owner of the 2003 MY Laverda Strike, you get supersport-like performance combined with the comfort and ease-of-use of a naked roadster, plus Italian craftsmanship and design. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. You would also get a race-grade suspension package, composed of a Paioli Racing upside-down fork in the front and an adjustable Paioli monoshock in the rear.

The "S"-suffixed version of the 2003 MY Laverda 750 boasts superior performance, when compared to its siblings, thanks to fine tuning to the injection system, the engine, the suspension and the braking system, making this one of the most powerful machines from the Italian brand, up to date. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission that produces 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque.

The 2002 MY Laverda Strike sports a powerful, liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder engine paired to a six-speed manual transmission that produces 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It boasts the latest in technology and parts developed by the Italian brand, and addresses riders who want more kick and punch out of their machine.

The 2002 MY Laverda 750 Formula sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, that can produce a claimed 95 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It boasts a polished aluminium frame, that is both lightweight and rigid enough to allow it to compete with all the other 750-class sportbikes available on the market, such as the Ducati 748. The Paioli Racing inverted fork coupled to a Paioli monoshock in the rear also increase its performance and comfort levels, making this machine a favorite among Laverda fans and not only.

The 2002 MY Laverda 750 S addresses sportbike fans all around the world that prefer a machine with the trademark Italian craftsmanship and design. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission that produces a claimed 92 horsepower nad 82 Nm of torque. Other standard features include a race-inspired suspension package and braking system, as well as the latest technologies developed by the Italian brand.

The 2001 MY Laverda Strike 750 - Black Strike addresses riders that want a more aggressive machine, that also boasts trademark Italian design and craftsmanship. It comes with a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission that produces 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. In addition, race-derived components such as the Paioli suspension package and the Brembo braking system adds to the desirability of this blacked-out machine.

The 2001 MY Laverda 750 Formula sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerplant paired to a six-speed manual transmission and has a power output of 95 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It addresses riders who want a pure Italian supersport, and the visual perks that come with it. Standard features include a Paioli Racing upside-down cartridge fork, a Paioli adjustable monoshock as a rear suspension, fully-floating Brembo racing brakes and lightweight Marchesini wheels.

The 2001 MY Laverde 750 SS is one of the most powerful and agile supersport machine ever designed by the Italian brand. It sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. In addition, a Paioli Racing inverted cartridge fork mated to a Paioli monoshock as a rear suspension ensure not only superior maneuverability both on and off the race track, but also makes for a more comfortable machine.

The Italian engineers from Laverda have designed the 2000 MY Strike 750 - Black Strike for riders who want a more aggressive supersport, with an all black appearance and is sure to turn heads no matter where you ride it. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, parallel twin powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission and can produce 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. Also, besides its aggressive overall design, it boasts a race-inspired suspension package and braking system, making this machine one of the most sought after among Laverda fans and not only.

The 2000 MY Laverda 750 Formula sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission that produces 95 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It comes standard with features such as the Paioli Racing inverted front fork, a Paioli monoshock in the rear with adjustable spring preload, rebound and compression damping, dual, 320 mm front disc brakes and a single 245 mm one in the rear.

The 2000 MY Laverda 750 SS sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission and can produce 92 horsepower and 82 Nm of torque. It addresses riders on the market for a supersport that is sure to keep up with any of its competitors both on the road and on the track, plus the added bonus of trademark Italian craftsmanship and design. Standard features such as the Paioli Racing inverted front fork and the Paioli rear monoshock suspension only add to the desirability of this awesome machine.

If you are a rider on the market for a trademark Italian designed 750-class superbike, than the 1999 MY Laverda 750 S Formula may be the right choice for you. It sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 92 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque.

It comes standard with lightweight, cast-aluminium Marchesini wheels, fully-adjustable Paioli upside-down fork and monoshock as suspensions and fully-floating Brembo racing brakes. These features make this machine one of the most desirable superbikes among Laverda fans, and not only.

The 1999 MY Laverda 750 Sport is one of the most powerful machines produced by the Italian brand, as well as one of the most powerful twin cylinders in its class. It sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse paired to a six-speed manual transmission that can produce 85 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque. It comes standard with a race-derived suspension package, consisting of a Paioli Racing upside-down fork and a Paioli monoshock with spring preload, rebound and compression damping adjustability.

The 1999 MY Laverda 750 Strike sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission that can produce 82 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque. It is a naked roadster that can compare to most supersports available on the market, and was designed for riders who want supersport-like performance and the superior comfort given by the more relaxed riding position of a naked machine. Standard features include a Paioli Racing upside-down fork, a Paioli monoshock in the rear and a Brembo braking system, composed of dual 320mm discs in the front and a single 245mm disc in the rear.

The 1999 MY Laverda 750 Diamante is a half-faired roadster, which will fit the needs of riders who want a cross between a supersport and a naked roadster. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a six-speed manual transmission that can produce 82 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque.

In addition, it comes with a race-grade Paioli Racing inverted front fork, adjustable for preload, rebound and compression damping, and a rear Paioli monoshock adjustable for spring preload, rebound and compression damping.

The 1999 MY Laverda 750 Ghost Strike is a naked roadster, based on the 750 sportster, but with the added benefit of a more comfortable riding position that is usually found on a naked machine. At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 748cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 85 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque.

In addition, it comes standard with a Paioli Racing upside-down fork, a Paioli monoshock in the rear, dual Brembo 320 mm discs with 4-piston calipers in the front and a single Brembo 245mm disc in the rear with 2-piston caliper.

The 1998 MY Laverda 750 Carenata sports a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission that can produce 85 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque. It is one of the most powerful 750's available on the market, and comes with race-derived parts such as a Paioli Racing upside-down fork in the front, a Paioli monoshock in the rear, as well as a Brembo braking system composed of dual 320 mm discs with 4-piston calipers in the front and a single 245mm disc with a 2-piston caliper in the rear.

The 1998 MY Laverda 750 Café Racer addresses the more nostalgic among Laverda fans, but, without enjoying all the perks that come with modern technology and parts. It has a minimalist style, full of the 60's and 70's cafe raced DNA, as the name suggests.

At its heart lies a liquid-cooled, four-stroke, 747cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission, and can produce 92 horsepower and 75 Nm of torque. Other features include a Paioli suspension package, composed of a Racing upside-down fork in the front and a monoshock in the rear.

The 1976 MY Laverda 750 SF3 sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission that can produce 65 horsepower at 7000 rpm. As its SF2 previous embodiment, it comes with Ceriani telescopic forks and Ceriani dual shocks in the rear.

Unlike its forefathers, the SF3 has received a new Brembo twin-piston caliper 280mm rear disc brake, as opposed to the 200mm drum, the lace-spoked wheels have also been replaced with more lightweight cast-alloy, five-spoked wheels, and a tail was added to the dual saddle.

The 1975 MY Laverda 750 SFC sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission that produces 70 horsepower at 7400 rpm. Standard features include a fork-mounted half-fairing with a small windscreen, for increased protection against the elements.

In addition, it comes with a telescopic fork as a front suspension, dual Koni shocks as a rear suspension, dual 280 mm disc brakes in the front, a single 280 mm disc in the rear, as well as the trademark Laverda racing orange paint scheme, which sets the SFC apart from other models, which usually come in a racing red paint scheme.

The 1975 MY Laverda 750 GTL is a classic cruiser with enhanced long haul capabilities from the Italian brand. It comes standard with a Ceriani telescopic fork in the front, Ceriani adjustable shocks as a rear suspension and a high-end braking system, composed of dual 280 mm discs in the front and a single 280 mm disc in the rear.

In the tech/engine department, it was equipped with an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, that produced a claimed 65 horsepower at 7000 rpm. In addition, it came standard with a dual seat, lace-spoked wheels and lots of chromed embellishments.

The 1974 MY Laverda 750 SF2 has received upgrades, which increase performance, comfort, and desirability, among Laverda fans and not only. The most important upgrade can be immediately seen in it's front braking system, where the dual 230mm drums found on its forefather were replaced by dual 280 mm discs, making for a more safe but also more performance-oriented machine. In addition, a dual seat was standard, and smaller changes have been made to the headlight and taillight.

At its heart lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder powerplant paired to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 65 horsepower at 7000 rpm.

The 1973 MY Laverda 750 SF1 has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 743cc, parallel twin cylinder powerhouse mated to a five-speed manual transmission that can produce 66 horsepower at 7300 rpm. It comes with a Ceriani telescopic front fork, Ceriani adjustable dual shocks in the rear, a one-up saddle, and a braking system designed by the Italian's brand founder, Dr Francesco Laverda, and was composed of a dual 230mm drum system in the front and a single 200mm drum in the rear.

Unlike its SF predecessor, the 1972 MY Laverda 750 SF1 comes with a redesigned cylinder head and crankshaft, new 36mm PHF carburetors with accelerator pumps. The exhaust balance pipe has been increased and relocated, under the engine, and other tweaks in the innards of the engine and transmission.

In all other aspects, it has the same features and specs as its SF forefather, and sported an air-cooled, four-stroke, 743cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 66 horsepower at 7300 rpm.

The 1972 MY Laverda 750 SFC sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission, that can produce 70 horsepower at 7400 rpm. It is one of the most race-oriented machines produced by the Italian brand up to date, and comes with a fork-mounted half-fairing, a one-up saddle, and a dual exhaust system. Other features include lace-spoked wheels, telescopic forks, dual shocks in the rear, and a dual drum braking system in the front and a single drum in the rear.

The 1971 MY Laverda 750 SF, is basically the same as its 750 S sibling, the only major difference lying in the braking system. Even the SF suffix comes from the Italian "Super Freno", which literally meant "Super Brake", and it sported entirely new drum brakes, which have been designed by the company's founder, Dr Francesco Laverda.

At its heart, lies an air-cooled, four-stroke, 743cc, parallel twin cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can produce 61 horsepower. In addition, telescopic forks in the front and dual shocks in the rear ensure superior maneuverability and a higher level of comfort for the rider.

The 1971 MY Laverda 750 S sports an air-cooled, four-stroke, 744cc, parallel twin cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission and can produce 60 horsepower at 6900 rpm. It was inspired from the American cafe racers, and had a minimalist overall design, with a single seat and narrow fenders. In addition, it comes standard with a Marzocchi telescopic fork, a swinging arm rear suspension with dual adjustable shocks, and a braking system formed by a single 230 mm drum in the front and a single 200 mm drum in the rear.