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Easily one of the most famous motorcycles to ever come out of Italy, the Laverda SFC was a half-faired beauty built for racing. Per its factory designation, SFC stood for Super Freni Competizione, or “Super Brakes Competition.”
The brakes weren’t the only aspect of the bike that were super: Laverda also treated the engine to a bigger valves and fitted it with 36mm Amal carbs to boost power up to 75 horsepower, resulting was a top speed of about 135 miles per hour.
Moreover, Laverda meticulously dyno tested each engine to ensure at least 70 horsepower was produced. In order to accommodate the extra power, the Italian marque also strengthened the frame compared to the SF model.
Nowadays, the Laverda name has all but evaporated, unfortunately, sitting dormant under the umbrella of the Piaggio group. Want to know more about why this bike has become such a legend? Check out this article from Motorcycle Classics.
Manufactured May 1974, this example is VIN: LAV750SFC17109. Engine: 75017109. The bike was purchased in 1978. Per Dreamcycle, “This Laverda was purchased in the late 1970s by Jim Henderson in Ontario, Canada. This is an estate sale for Jim Henderson. Many people will know him for his abilities flying Bell 214B helicopters in forest fire fighting operations in many countries around the world. He was an avid motorcycle collector and racer who passed on before being able to fully enjoy his up coming retirement and hobby restoring motorcycles. A number of his bikes will be listing here on Iconic over the next few months.”
The odometer shows 10,422 miles. “16 miles since a full restoration.”
Maintenance:
Per the owner, “Full restoration. Frame and hardware have been zinc plated, Original bodywork has been repaired and refinished in orange to a very high standard. Wheels rebuilt with new bearings, polished stainless spokes and new TT100 tires. Original Dell’Orto carbs overhauled. New rear shocks. ND instruments overhauled. New 2:1 exhaust system. Fresh chrome. Overhauled switchgear.”
Dreamcycle has provided the following condition report:
Modifications:
“Moto-Witt electronic ignition.
Modified rear hatch catch.
New braided stainless brake lines.”
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop Roadmaster TT100 tires with date codes of 2721 and 0923.
The sale includes one key. “A spare new 2:1 exhaust system without a silencer. A small selection of spare parts. Also includes a picture of the bike just after Jim purchased it, and a faring with number 69 from back in the day.”
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album up top for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
“A small scratch on rear of front fender. Chip in paint by rear wheel adjuster, some paint rubbed off on the rear master cylinder.”
Currently located in Sorrento, British Columbia, Canada, this Laverda is offered on a clean Canada title. Have any SFC 750 stories or questions about this listing? Let us know in the “Comments” tab!
