Laverda 500 Formula (1978)
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| Make: | Laverda |
| Model: | 500 Formula |
| Years: | 1978 |
| 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: | 10.2:1 |
| Induction: | 2x 32mm Dell'Orto PHF carburetors |
| Ignition: | Electric CDI |
| Starting: | Electric |
| Max Power: | 52 hp / 38.7 kW @ 9500rpm |
| Transmission: | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive: | Chain |
| Front Suspension: | Marzocchi forks |
| Rear Suspension: | Swinging arm fork, adjustable Marzocchi shock absorbers. |
| Front Brakes: | 2x 260mm discs 2 piston calipers |
| Rear Brakes: | Single 260mm disc 1 piston caliper |
| Front Tyre: | 90/90 S18 |
| Rear Tyre: | 110/90 H18 |
| Dry Weight: | 154 kg / 339.5 lbs |
| Fuel Capacity: | 13.5 Litres / 3.5 US gal |