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'Laverda 125 LZ'
Manufacturer
[[Laverda]]
Production 1978 - 1982
Class [[:Category:Naked motorcycles|Naked]] [[Category:Naked motorcycles]]
Engine
liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder
Bore / Stroke 53.3mm x 53.3mm
Compression ratio 11.3:1
Horsepower 17.03 HP (12.7 KW) @ 7600RPM
Torque 11.8 ft/lbs (16.0 Nm) @ 7400RPM
Fuel System Mikuni VM28 carburetor
Transmission Gear box: gears
Final Drive: chain
Suspension Front: 32 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork
Rear: dual adjustable shocks
Brakes Front: single 260 mm disc
Rear: 160 mm drum
Front Tire 2,50-18
Rear Tire 3,00-18
Wheelbase 54.02 inches (1372 mm)
Seat Height 30.0 inches (762 mm)
Weight 108.0 kg (wet)
Manuals Service Manual


The Laverda 125 LZ was a liquid-cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder Naked motorcycle produced by Laverda between 1978 and 1982. Max torque was 11.8 ft/lbs (16.0 Nm) @ 7400 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 17.03 HP (12.7 KW) @ 7600 RPM.

Engine

A 53.3mm bore x 53.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.0 cubic centimeters.

Drive

The bike has a gears transmission.

Chassis

It came with a 2,50-18 front tire and a 3,00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single 260 mm disc in the front and a 160 mm drum in the rear. The front suspension was a 32 mm Marzocchi telescopic fork while the rear was equipped with a dual adjustable shocks. The wheelbase was 54.02 inches (1372 mm) long.

1978 Laverda 125 LZ

1978 Laverda 125 LZ

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.


1979 Laverda 125 LZ

1979 Laverda 125 LZ

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.


1982 Laverda 125 LZ

1982 Laverda 125 LZ 1982 Laverda 125 LZ

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.