1974 Laverda 1000 3C (D260)
Better than new ... awesome naked superbike from the classic Laverda period ... stunning, fast and sensational excitement.
Just completed Concours quality restoration by the team at Museo Moto Laverda in Breganze, Italy. Early 1974 production Laverda 1000 3C. Odometer shows 18,907 miles (30,429 km), believed to be accurate. Restoration included very comprehensive and meticulous full disassembly, Inspection and rebuild of all systems by expert team of the museum staff. Virtually a new machine, nicer than when it first left the factory. Stunning “Azzura” paintwork complemented by all new or renewed components. A true showpiece.
This example has been treated to a detailed restoration to as new condition and features a comfortable dual saddle, twin Brembo front disc brakes and spoked alloy rims. Bike shows beautifully and runs and rides like a brand new machine.
The simple and classic styling, lusty power and secure planted handling have made the Laverda 3C very desirable among collectors of Italian sporting machinery. A true premium example in immaculate condition.
The 1974 Laverda 1000 3C was the end result of a design process begun at Laverda in the late 1960’s by Massimo Laverda and chief designer Lucian Zen to produce a machine competitive with the latest Japanese superbikes. Development over several years refined the design and improved power and reliability. Introduced in 1973 the Laverda 1000 3C was a proven and advanced design. The fundamental features were an inline triple of 981cc sporting dual overhead cams and a 3-into1-into-2 exhaust. Power output was a solid 80 HP managed thru a 5-speed gearbox. The chassis was a robust tubular frame with a conventional fork and twin shock swingarm. The Laverda 3C was truly state of the art for the period and an impressive sport bike. The 3C continued in production thru 1981 with some minor detail upgrades including a rear disc brake. Overall production totaled approximately 2,300 units, with many modified or raced in the day, very few clean and stock examples still exist.
1974 Laverda 1000 3C (D260)
Offered At $25,975
Price (before tax): $25,975
Make: Laverda
Year: 1974
Displacement: 981cc
Inventory number: D260
License needed: Yes
Specifications:
TYPE : air cooled, four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
DISPLACEMENT : 981cc
BORE X STROKE : 3.0x2.9 in
COMPRESSION RATIO : 9.0:1
HORSEPOWER : 80 HP/7250 RPM
TORQUE : 63 lb-ft/ 5,000 RPM
FUEL SYSTEM : 3 x 32mm Dell'Orto PHF carburetors
GEARBOX : 5-speed, manual