Laverda’s 750 SFC Electronica
With Phil Aynsley
Having previously looked at the first version of Laverda’s iconic 750 SFC I thought we could examine the final model in this column.
The 750 SFC “Electronica” was built in two batches – 131 in 1975 and a further 33 the following year. They carry the 18.000 series numbers.
The major changes over previous versions were to the motor with the most noticeable being a Bosch electronic ignition (with its small polished alloy housing a very visible addition to the left hand engine cover) and an oil cooler.
Internal changes included a redesigned cylinder head with reshaped combustion chambers, modified valve angles and flatter angled spark plugs.
Higher compression pistons (10.5:1), slimmer, polished rockers and a redesigned left-hand crankshaft were also a part of the new package.
Power was 75 hp at 7400 rpm, wet weight 231 kg and a top speed of 217 km/h was offered.
Frame changes were limited to bracketry. The ’76 batch were fitted with alloy wheels.
Laverda 750 SFC Electronica Specifications
| Laverda 750 SFC Electronica Specifications | |
| Engine | Air-cooled, four-stroke, parallel twin-cylinder, SOHC, two-valve per cylinder |
| Fuel system | Dual 36 mm PHB Dell’Orto carburetors |
| Displacement | 744 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 80 x 74 mm |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Max power | 75 hp [56 kW] @ 7400 rpm |
| Max torque | N/A |
| Gearbox | Five-speed |
| Final drive | Chain |
| Front Suspension | 38 mm telescopic forks |
| Rear Suspension | Koni shocks, preload adjustment |
| Front brakes | Dual 280 mm rotors, two-piston calipers |
| Rear brakes | 280 mm rear rotor, dual piston caliper |
| Tyres | 110/90-18, 120/90-18 |
| Wet weight | 231 kg |
| Tank capacity | 25 L |
