1999 Laverda s750

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I currently have a 1999 Laverda s750 that I am trying to fix up. I live in San Diego CA none of the bike shops here have even heard of it. I try to explain to most of the part numbers that I search have Ducati part numbers. If anyone knows of a bike shop here in southern california, that is familiar with the Laverda please pass on the information. On this photo it's currently covered in dust.It was sitting in a garage for 20 years. I was able to get it to the fire and run for a few seconds with starter fluid. I am pretty sure i'm going to need a fuel pump.And the fuel relay. 12756.jpg
 
You could possibly have got away with only a filter and lines if you hadn't started it. But you might be lucky. The issue is that the rubber fuel line inside the tank breaks down and contaminates the fuel filter (and I'm guessing buggers the pump). That's about the full extent of my knowledge of Zanes ... being the only job I've ever done on one. So you probably know more about them than me!

Sorry, can't help with Stateside shops that can help you out - there are definitely some on here who might know. BTW, I think it's more common to call it a 750S.
 
Quite a few items are common to other makes of bikes and cars, e.g. the Walbro fuel pump is the same as one used on a toyota camry.
Fuel lines can turn to a complete goo in the tank if they were left immersed in fuel for that length of time, so the whole tank may need changing. Consider fitting the fuel filter externally under the airbox cover when you redo it all, so it's easier to change in the future.
And after that length of time some of the water seals may be a bit dodgy.
 
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As mentioned above, the fuel delivery system inside the tank which includes pump, filter, and two submersible fuel hoses will certainly need attention if sitting unused that long, it's not a trivial job. Injectors probably benefit from cleaning, new battery, change oil, change tires, check everything before attempting a first outing!

There really are no remaining shops specializing in Zane' era Laverdas in USA but the ECU and all the related control sensors etc. are very similar to Ducati so if you find a place that does Ducatis of the era they should be able to help with any diagnosis needs.
 
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Andy J said:
Quite a few items are common to other makes of bikes and cars, e.g. the Walbro fuel pump is the same as one used on a toyota camry.
Fuel lines can turn to a complete goo in the tank if they were left immersed in fuel for that length of time, so the whole tank may need changing. Consider fitting the fuel filter externally under the airbox cover when you redo it all, so it's easier to change in the future.
And after that length of time some of the water seals may be a bit dodgy.
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Fortunately, the guy who parked it emptied the tank and burned off the fuel when he parked the bike. I've been going through all the hoses and cooling system as well. I appreciate the information.
 
@mcoffey GP Motorcycles sold these bikes when new (I was there to watch) and although I’d bet none of the staff was around at the time, Paul Lima (the owner) might help if you talked to him personally - he is an enthusiast. Be careful however with his staff, they are motivated to take your money in the greatest volume possible.

Another guy to talk to would be Issac Heinrich, who manages San Diego Triumph. The dealer shares common ownership with GP and Isaac was the GP parts manager when the Zane Laverdas were sold. He has long experience and a memory like a steel trap for parts cross reference and can likely help. In fact I’d go and chat with him first. I heard a rumor that an old GP mechanic named Mike Hottman has closed his shop in Escondido and may recently have returned to work under Isaac. Between them I think they’d be your best bet in San Diego.
 
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