The Laverda Montjuic Mk I motorcycle was produced in 1979 and featured a four-stroke, air-cooled parallel twin engine with a capacity of 497cc. The engine had a compression ratio of 10.2:1 and was equipped with two 32mm Dell’Orto PHF carburetors and an electric CDI ignition system. The bike had a maximum power output of 58hp at 9500rpm and was capable of reaching a top speed of 113mph. The transmission was a 6-speed manual and the bike had a chain final drive. The front suspension consisted of Marzocchi forks with the rear suspension featuring Marzocchi shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment. The front brakes were two 260mm discs, with a single 260mm disc on the rear. The bike had a fuel capacity of 11.5 litres (3.0 US gal) and achieved an average fuel consumption of 49mpg. In terms of performance, the Laverda Montjuic Mk I could complete the standing 1/4 mile in 13.4 seconds at 87.5 mph. Overall, the Laverda Montjuic Mk I was a highly capable motorcycle that offered impressive performance in a stylish package.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Laverda Montjuic Mk I
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| 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 | 58 hp / 43.2 kW @ 9500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6 Speed |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Front Suspension | Marzocchi forks |
| Rear Suspension | Marzocchi shocks with 5-way spring preload adjustment. |
| Front Brakes | 2x 260mm discs |
| Rear Brakes | Single 260mm disc |
| Front Tyre | 3.00-18 |
| Rear Tyre | 3.25-18 |
| Dry Weight | NA |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.5 Litres / 3.0 US gal |
| Consumption average | 49 mpg |
| Standing 1/4 Mile | 13.4 sec / 87.5 mp/h |
| Top Speed | 113 mph |
