New here and back to Laverda (Chott) after a some years.

Eef7260

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Hi all,
Name is Eef and new here, thought it would be nice to introduce myself.
Being 63 years old and having my first SF2 at the age of 18 years old ( yep that is 45 years ago ).
Always had at least one 750 in my life till I was 55, but there were several.
Also made a side step to Ducati and had a few KTM enduros, including the famous 495.
Having a brother that had a Jota and a sister-in-law with a 500 that I both borrowed on a regular basis.
Fair to say I guess that Laverda played an important role and I enjoyed the Laverda's a lot in the past.

When I was 55, I came to the conclusion I did not enjoy motorcycle rides as much as I used to.
Especially in my immediate surroundings, a very busy urban area, and that I only still enjoyed it in the quieter areas far away.
That, combined with a less-than-pleasant personal situation, led me to decide 8 years ago to sell my last SF2.

But now I'm back with a Laverda after all; there is room in my life again for some motorcycle tinkering.
And after a few beers and some chatting with one of my best friends, the conclusion was that the Chott he had was a better fit for me.
He is also a big Laverda enthusiast, but his heart lies more with the twins and triples and to many projects going on.
The Chott was sitting idle in a corner at his place, partially restored but slowly being forgotten a bit because of the twins and triples.

So am I back to riding? , I don't know.
A license plate needs to be applied for and a license plate inspection must take place; that is going to be a challenge in any case.
However, quite a few things still need to be done to the motorcycle before it can be inspected and get back on the road.
Am I happy to have a Laverda in the garage again after all, HELLL YES.
For now, I am thoroughly enjoying tinkering and restoring the Chott.
But also plenty of questions about the Chott in the coming time, so you're going to see more posts from me.

First question :) is there anybody that has the original toolkit that came with the Chott?
I have a drawing from the manual that gives a good impression, but I am still looking for a bit more detail.
Would love to see some detailed pictures for future searches.
I have already managed to get my hands on the missing Brema tank bag, now for the contents.
Yes, I know these are the least relevant parts to get it running, maybe that's exactly why it's fun to start with.

Second question: does anyone know what the 7 stands for in 250 2TR7?
Even though I have a 250 2T, I am still curious about this.
250 2 tempi regolarita, that is clear to me, but that 7.

Eef

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To my understanding, the 250 2TR was the immediate sucessor to the Chott. The 2TR had different (plastic) mudguards fore and aft, the magnesium bits were painted black, the engine had a different piston and porting resulting in a slight power increase and no instruments were fitted. Red frame with white body work.

Can't recall a "7" stated anywhere.

Congratulations on your tidy Chott! As I get older I'm increasingly appreciating and riding my lighter bikes.

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Thanks Piet

As far as i know the 2TR7 was only made in the last year and the only difference i know compared to the 2TR were a different colors on the fuel tank and a brown and different shape tool bag , but the 7 ?
Nice picture by the way (y).

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6 days, International 6-day Endro. Sorry. Just like God. They rested on the 7th. Been watching too much US politics. God is everywhere there. I wonder who organised those Husky engines back then; it's kind of random. The big Oz one is our 4-day enduro..
 
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