1983 Laverda 500 Sport / Roadster technical specifications

Technical specifications

Model: 500 Sport / Roadster
Years: 1983
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder
Capacity: 497 cc / 30.2 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 72 x 61 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
Induction: 2x 32mm Dell'Orto carburetors
Ignition: Electric CDI
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 44 hp / 32.1 kW @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque: 44.7 Nm / 33 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Clutch: Multiplate wet
Front Suspension: Marzocchi forks coil springs
Rear Suspension: Dual Marzocchi shocks forks coil springs, 5 way adjustable.
Front Brakes: 2x 260mm discs
Rear Brakes: Single 260mm disc
Front Tyre: 90/90 S18
Rear Tyre: 110/90 S18
Seat Height: 790 mm / 30.7 in
Wet Weight: 180 kg / 396.8 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 14.5 Litres / 3.8 US gal
Consumption Average: 48 mpg
Standing ¼ Mile: 14.5 sec
Top Speed: 105 mph

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