Laverda 750 SF1 1972 walk around and start

750cc OHC twin, based on the Honda CB77 engine design and beefed up to a 650/750. The ‘SF’ series were the sporting models and in a higher state of tune. This engine is now about SFC (competition) spec and makes around 75bhp. Super heavy clutch and quite demanding to ride, it’s tremendous fun and was built as the Italian alternative to a BMW or Triumph twin. Personally, I prefer the 750 twins to the larger (and more famous) triples.

[@fanbatcher]

What a wonderful machine from a golden era of Italian motorcycles: 70’s and early 80’s. I live in USA and these bikes were always scarce over here. Personally, my favorite make/model of the era was the Moto Morini 3 1/2, especially 1975.

[@alessandrocarraro7540]

Bella moto..ormai purtroppo storica. Penso il marchio ora..e della....APRILIA...MOTO .

[@vincecarnevale4406]

I was on a road trip in the 70's thru New England on a 750 Norton,snapped a clutch cable,stopped at the 1st cycle shop we came across which carried Laverda as one of their lines,I was immediately impressed with the looks and style of the Machine, left a lasting impression on me,a true road Machine!!!

[@chhindz]

I did the same thing in 73 with my new Norton,(in old England) I think they installed some unlubricated cables, as the replacement lasted decades, came across Laverdas racing in Belgium in a Grand Prix, Impressed. Later shipped bike to USA home.

[@aceofspades5786]

had the alpino s 1983, great memories of laverda

[@IanHollingsworthHorizon]

Great bike. I really like the orange ones.

[@PatSavage]

Another beauty. Great shape too 💚

[@nigelfisher3756]

Lovely, absolutely lovely and thanks for sharing. Lovely description of the bike. Yes the triples get most of the plaudits which makes the 750 twins good value. Almost bought an SF2 to live the dream but couldn’t quite find the cash for it to sit alongside my Le Mans & Hailwood Replica - shame.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Personally I'd sell the other two.

[@nick949eldo]

Nice, clear description Paul

[@davidgeary1816]

Lovely stylish machine 👌

[@raybuscombe7967]

I had the same model in orange but had the plush dual seat. A cracker of a bike with outstanding handling & of course, brakes. I had a very strong left grip back in the 70's thanks to the clutch. I paid A$1750 brand new in 72.

[@andyjota8906]

Excellent informative video thanks by far the best sf explanation I have heard even I got that lol

[@williamrobarge3111]

Beautiful

[@fossy4321]

If I remember correctly it was the first production bike to have no kick starter, and so the starter motor was huge!

[@paulmiles]

Great trivia! Thanks!

[@jurgentreue1200]

Moto Guzzi V7 series from 1967 were battery start only.

[@FerdinandoCeccato]

GORGEOUS motorbike. I add a small observation. I can't stand mirrors attached to the outside edge of the grips. And I love the English accent.

[@nathansealey6270]

Ah I see, I thank you for that. Wasn’t sure if Honda copied Laverda or the other way around as the insides look like a giant CB200 twin.

[@redtobertshateshandles]

250 and 305 Honda's.

[@abbersj2935]

Drum brake SF1's had Lucas switches originally I think, (mine did anyway as standard). The SF2 was just disk front brake (one or two did not matter) the SF3 had 3 disks and cast wheels. Both later machines had ND switches. AM4 linings made the front stopper as good as disks in my view, no fade at all and not grabby either. Your bike actually has a converted longer clutch conversion to make the action lighter :) Great bike you had there. Thanks.

[@abbersj2935]

@Derek James Hi Derek. I designed and made it myself. I remade the mounting bracket inside the sprocket cover to move the pivot point higher up toward the clutch pushrod and made a new arm that was on an eccentric pivot. This allows adjustment of the pivot point so I did not have to cut the sprocket cover. Outwardly it looks standard but is much lighter in use.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

I once had a test ride on a 750 SF just like this. Really great bike but i just couldn’t find the funds at the time. I really regretted that. I could have sold a kidney or something simular! 🤔

[@steveclark1867]

Ah yes, it's you isn't it! Couldn't be anyone else eh? 💓

[@gren509]

They are about 50lb lighter than a Jota ! Superb bike though. I recall the original test in Bike magazine where the guy almost crashed it due to the not so SF brakes ;)

[@jimmarshall807]

Gorgeous bike!

[@garypeatling7927]

Art , this or a guzzi be hard to choose, sou

[@atheistismisthebestgoogle548]

I wish someone would gift me this to me in my coming birth day ❤️🙏🏼

[@redtobertshateshandles]

Saw the thumbnail and couldn't resist. Have a ride on a Royal Enfield 650. If you are looking for a bike. Not if you already have a Laverda. Lol. The twin must be rugged if it's heavier than a triple.

[@alloomis1635]

elegant bike, might owe something to the honda hawk.

[@gordonisamoron]

Nice

[@johnmartin6854]

Brother in law had one before the jota.

[@bigred8438]

Were these a 180 degree firing order engine?

[@guny69]

Ahhh...italian style, they know how to make cars and motorcycles

[@sandromino4912]

LA SF1HA UN FRENO A DISCO ANTERIORE

[@jameshaliday1929]

had one should never of sold it ,best in Italian alum

[@Deepred48]

Too much chat pal, sorry

[@paulmiles]

I’d suggest a Buster Keaton movie might be more your thing then…pal

[@georgeballantyne7795]

Jeezo, barely half a minute of it running, right at the end of a four minute video. And a mugshot at the very end too. Gotta agree with Mr Miles: too much chat...

[@jurgenv.6030]

Don't waste your time: 3:25 😊

[@salvatore5408]

Eccelsa

[@sandromino4912]

E' UNA SF NON SF 1 COME LA MIA

[@renestuder79255]

leider veraltete Motorentechnik. Alles noch mit Ketten!

[@nockianlifter661]

Beautiful.