Chassis No 13555
Engine No 13555

Specimen destined for the American market
Restoration a few years ago
In working order and duly registered in Italy
Attractive 70s sports look

In the panorama of mythical 1970s maxi motorbikes, the Laverda SF holds a place of absolute respect. Born from an intuition of Massimo Laverda during one of his trips to America in the mid-1960s, it was among the first motorbikes conceived exclusively for pure fun rather than as a more utilitarian means.

Massimo Laverda studied the American market of the time and realised that in order to have a successful motorbike, it had to be a large displacement, powerful motorcycle designed for pure riding pleasure. Taking his cue from the small Honda Hawk 305, the best-selling motorbike in America at the time, Massimo Laverda together with technician Luciano Zen and designer Adriano Valente created what became the company's first large motorbike, the 650 GT. Presented in 1967 it served as a springboard for the 750 of 1968 and the sportier S of 1969. In 1970 the SF arrived and was an immediate success: fast, as charismatic as it was beautiful, it became a true best seller for the Breganze company, which also enjoyed considerable success in America.

This SF1 was a model destined for the American market, and according to the plaque on the right side of the chassis it was produced in January 1973, the last year of SF1 production. It was modified by its previous owners with the addition of a sportier 2 into 1 exhaust, recessed footpegs and lower half-handlebars, and the later series headlight. The tank, side panels and tail were repainted years ago and show signs of continued but careful use over the years. We do not currently know the original colour of this bike and cannot guarantee that it came in the beautiful blue colour it is today.
Well maintained and in good working order, it is an excellent motorbike for enthusiasts looking for a fun classic and for continued carefree use.