Nice SF2 in Colorado at mainline dealer.

Oregonian said:
That's not too far from me. Any input from knowledgeable members would be greatly appreciated.
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They're superb classic bikes, with fine build quality and seriously over-built, much better than period Ducatis and Moto Guzzis. Many seem to prefer them to the triples. They're heavy compared with other twins, a good 90 Lbs more than a Norton, but far more solid build. Fine handling for the period. There's lots of info on the web. And - just look at it. They're stunning. I'm excited about the one I'm restoring.
 
I talked to motorado a few years ago about a guzzi they had did not get it but the shop were good to deal with and filled in background information when asked for what it is worth , If it's a Colorado bike it will only have summer use on it , we get real winters in this neck of the Rockies . Low humidity so not much corrosion as well , as far as the bike goes I like my 750 sf the disc brakes will be a plus in modern traffic. mine pulls well and keeps up with my riding buddies as long as the pace is touring it is heavy but prodictable and I am regularly reminded why I have had the thing for 43 years good luck . And as they say if I had the $$$
 
It looks to have been really well stored - to me it doesn't look like a recommission job - and closer to original would be hard to find. Newer type mastercyinder fitted, and the non-genuine mufflers will fall off unless better brackets are put on them. The original instrument bracket shows it hasn't been used much at all so I wouldn't dispute the mileage. That bike just wants to get out onto the road. Great price.
 
ksoholm said:
A bit like a vintage Lamborghini at a Ford dealer. Not a bad price for the US. https://www.motorado.com/inventory/details/used/Laverda/750SF2/1974/Lakewood/Colorado/5476104/C17356
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Hi everyone-

This was my bike. I know the Motorado guys well and wanted to use them for it. This is a Scott Potter bike. I had commissioned Scott about 9 years ago- but the bike never was completed. He had this one that he gave to me in it's place. Wasn't quite the same... Anyway- I've put about 50 miles on it over the last couple years. Had the carbs rejetted for higher altitude; but I just wasn't riding it like I thought I would. Bike runs absolutely great. Took me a year to get a clean title on it... that was definitely a task. Mechanically, she's really, really nice. I think it'll make someone really happy for a long time. If you have any questions on the bike- just let me know!
 
p-b2 The post regarding the bike popped up here yesterday. I immediately checked the dealer website and saw that they were closed Sunday and Monday. I sent them an email and left a voicemail expressing my interest, and was planning on calling right at opening time on Tuesday. They got in touch with me today to let me know that a deposit had been placed. I've learned in life that very few items (homes, cars, bikes and women) are one of a kind deals. In those cases losing out sucks. In most cases there is another nicer, closer, cheaper down the road. Anyway, it looks like a nice bike at an attractive price or whoever buys it. Jeff
 
ksoholm said:
Hm, that was fast, but it was very well priced, too cheap by a grand or two, I thought.
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Too cheap?
What does that mean? Is it a sign of something amiss and a possible devaluation of our investments?
Is there a stock market crash on the way? (there is of course but is the price of Laverdas a reliable indicator?)

Paul
 
You did everything you could Jeff. Certainly don't want to rub salt into the woulds! We do see very nice SFs coming up in the States ... on the whole, the cleanest ones I ever see for sale.
 
That looked a very good bike at a very good price, it would have been possible (just) to import it to Europe and still be OK.
CLEM
 
Paul Marx said:
Too cheap?
What does that mean? Is it a sign of something amiss and a possible devaluation of our investments?
Is there a stock market crash on the way? (there is of course but is the price of Laverdas a reliable indicator?)

Paul
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Just that the shop didn't know what they had. Sold too fast, thus too low on the price curve. That's a USD10K bike here - maybe a bit more.
 
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