Laverda 500 RS: history, specs, pictures

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Laverda 500 RS
Manufacturer
Production 1976 - 1977
Engine
twin, four-stroke
Bore / Stroke 72.0mm x 61.0mm
Top Speed 104 mph (167 km/h)
Horsepower 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 8200RPM
Transmission Gear box: 6-speed
Final Drive: chain
Brakes Front: dual disc
Rear: single disc
Front Tire 3.50-18
Rear Tire 4.00-18
Weight 189.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters)
Manuals Service Manual


The Laverda 500 RS was a twin, four-stroke standard produced by Laverda between 1976 and 1977. It could reach a top speed of 104 mph (167 km/h). Claimed horsepower was 43.99 HP (32.8 KW) @ 8200 RPM.

Engine[edit | edit source]

The engine was a air cooled twin, four-stroke. A 72.0mm bore x 61.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 496.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a double overhead cams/twin cam (dohc).

Drive[edit | edit source]

The bike has a 6-speed transmission.

Chassis[edit | edit source]

It came with a 3.50-18 front tire and a 4.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via dual disc in the front and a single disc in the rear. The 500 RS was fitted with a 4.49 Gallon (17.00 Liters) fuel tank.