1000 3 C

1976 Laverda 1000 3 C Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Built around Laverda's classic motorcycle platform, the 1976 Laverda 1000 3 C relies on a 980 cc (59.8 cu in) air-cooled in-line three, four-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 78 HP (56.9 kW) at 7,750 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 79.6 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.

On the scales, the 1000 3 C measures 243 kg (536 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.32 HP/kg (3.12 kg per horsepower). The 20-liter (5.3 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 208 km/h (129 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Laverda archive, this model family spans 2 indexed model years from 1976 to 1977, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.