Laverda 125 LZ
Laverda 125 LZ | |
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Production | 1978 - 1982 |
Class | Naked |
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[edit | edit source]
A 53.3mm bore x 53.3mm stroke result in a displacement of just 124.0 cubic centimeters.
Drive[edit | edit source]
The bike has a gears transmission.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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[edit | edit source]
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.