Laverda CR 600 Cruiser (1988)

The Laverda CR 600 Cruiser motorcycle was produced in 1988 with a four stroke, parallel twin cylinder engine that had a capacity of 571.6cc. Equipped with Dell’Orto twin choke induction and Bosch electronic ignition, this motorcycle could reach a maximum power of 46 hp / 34 kW @ 8500 rpm and max torque of 50 Nm / 36.8 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm. Its 6-speed transmission and chain final drive allowed for a smooth ride. The CR 600’s suspensions consisted of gas-assisted telescopic forks at the front and a single shock at the rear, while its brakes consisted of 2x 280mm disc brakes at the front and a single 270mm disc at the rear. The motorcycle’s dry weight was 180kg / 416.6lbs and had a fuel capacity of 18 litres / 4.7 US gal. All of this was encompassed by a 1980s cruiser-style body design.

Technical specifications:

Make Model: Laverda CR 600 Cruiser

Year: 1988
Engine: Four stroke, parallel twin cylinders, DOHC, 4 valve per cylinder, 180 degrees crankshaft.
Capacity: 571.6 cc / 30.3 cu-in
Bore x Stroke: 76 x 63 mm
Cooling System: Air cooled
Compression Ratio: 9.1:1
Induction: Dell’Orto twin choke
Ignition: Bosch electronic
Starting: Electric
Max Power: 46 hp / 34 kW @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque: 50 Nm / 36.8 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed
Final Drive: Chain
Front Suspension: Gas assisted telescopic forks
Rear Suspension: Single shock
Front Brakes: 2x 280mm disc
Rear Brakes: Single 270mm disc
Front Tyre: 100/90 V16
Rear Tyre: 130/90 V16
Dry Weight: 180 kg / 416.6 lbs
Fuel Capacity: 18 Litres / 4.7 US gal