What did you do to or for or with your Laverda today?
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Hi there russo,
My clutch on my Lav is very hard to handle and i saw on your pics that you have an extended clutcharm on your engine. I have the same idea to do so.
Did you get any lighter clutch buy that operation?
Greetings from Sweden
Lars
had a bit of a win today ... I've found that my mystery blow-back (at neutral throttle settings is) is likely caused by back pressure in the exhaust. When the 3 to 1 is working (under acceleration) all is fine but it's choking otherwise ... so a remake is needed.
The neighbours loved it when I took the bike out sans megaphone / muffler but it improved the characteristics. No more chocking the exhaust from 80mm to 50mm ... maybe 80mm straight through
The neighbours loved it when I took the bike out sans megaphone / muffler but it improved the characteristics. No more chocking the exhaust from 80mm to 50mm ... maybe 80mm straight through
Eurocycleguy
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Hello Lars, bought the operating lever-arm from DAM racing in Australia. To be honest the clutch lever on the handlebars does feel lighter, however, I have the feeling that the clutch does not fully disengage when changing gear. Changes seem to be harsher, being realistic though I don't think that Laverda gearboxes are the smoothest, I of course stand to be corrected on that point thoughHi there russo,
My clutch on my Lav is very hard to handle and i saw on your pics that you have an extended clutcharm on your engine. I have the same idea to do so.
Did you get any lighter clutch buy that operation?
Greetings from Sweden
Lars
. Maybe I need new clutch plates?Thanks for your reply. Thats the same with my bike, its like driving a tractorHello Lars, bought the operating lever-arm from DAM racing in Australia. To be honest the clutch lever on the handlebars does feel lighter, however, I have the feeling that the clutch does not fully disengage when changing gear. Changes seem to be harsher, being realistic though I don't think that Laverda gearboxes are the smoothest, I of course stand to be corrected on that point though
the gearbox is not so smooth.
Anyway i'm make my own longer arm and hope it can be a little lighter clutch.
Have a good day
Lars
Laverda1000.de
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Advantage of the Australian design is that you do not have to cannibalize your cover to fit it
Yep, that's the reason it appealed to me
Got two of them for that very reason.
Now my right hand boot gets cannibalized.
Paul
does not disengage (or have sufficient travel) .... yep, I think mine is the same and would recommend a balance between a light clutch and pull travelHello Lars, bought the operating lever-arm from DAM racing in Australia. To be honest the clutch lever on the handlebars does feel lighter, however, I have the feeling that the clutch does not fully disengage when changing gear. Changes seem to be harsher, being realistic though I don't think that Laverda gearboxes are the smoothest, I of course stand to be corrected on that point though
I've settled on a lesser arm length and still have reasonable feel.
Yes to both points. From the DAM installation instructions it is mentioned that the clutch push-rod should be some 11mm when measured from the RH crankcase side to the end of the installed push-rod, mine is more which leads me to believe worn clutch plate assembly - any further thoughts would be gratefully accepted.
piranha-bro2
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Finally ... big fat sigh. I've been trying to find the time to finish setting up the gearbox and crank and today I actually managed to stitch up the cases. Used the brilliant flanged long nuts I sourced from Piet. Vielen Dank mein Freund!!
Who knows ... maybe the rest will fall together almost by itself!
Who knows ... maybe the rest will fall together almost by itself!
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mauricejota7604
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I am still in shock 
Great stuff Quentino!!!!
Great stuff Quentino!!!!
chrisk
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- Brisbane, Australia
Long flanged nuts….. how long are they Q?
piranha-bro2
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- Melbourne
It's more important how round your nuts are, CK!
Andy
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Probably a bit elongated and swollen after they disappeared round the u-bend
stivesvelo
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Haven't posted here for many years but have been lurking. I have finally decided it's time to tidy up & recommission the SFC1000 after a few years (15+) layoff, I've had it since about 1995, currently riding a 2004 BMW Boxer Cup. I'm not sure how I'll get on with it as I'm now in my 70's & suspect I may have to change for something lighter or with a lower seat but won't know until I ride it again. A bit of rust here & there, fluids, brakes etc & unstick clutch plates & put it back together.
The rear brake carrier plate is at a local machine shop for a replacement bush as there's about 0.4mm play. I was wondering about this as the plate is anchored with a tie rod to the frame having a rose joint at each end, the end attached to the plate is off centre & I am guessing it counteracts the tendency of the caliper to twist it? Also notice in the parts list there is an alternative forked Clevis fitting & wonder if this will help to keep things straight or did they happened to have a box of each on the shelf at the time?
I've tried to contact Phil Todd but I guess he's changed his phone & email since last time I tried, I see that he's supplying parts still, anyone has his email/tel no or how do I make contact ?
Thanks
The rear brake carrier plate is at a local machine shop for a replacement bush as there's about 0.4mm play. I was wondering about this as the plate is anchored with a tie rod to the frame having a rose joint at each end, the end attached to the plate is off centre & I am guessing it counteracts the tendency of the caliper to twist it? Also notice in the parts list there is an alternative forked Clevis fitting & wonder if this will help to keep things straight or did they happened to have a box of each on the shelf at the time?
I've tried to contact Phil Todd but I guess he's changed his phone & email since last time I tried, I see that he's supplying parts still, anyone has his email/tel no or how do I make contact ?
Thanks
pf1
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Laverdalothar
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Hi stivesvelo
looks like a first series 1000 SFC, just like mine. They are top-heavy lumps and unless your legs and arms are still strong, they are difficult to hold upright once they decide to flip while standing... On the road, there are more agile bikes defenitely. You have pushed the fork legs through already as it seems to the necessary 4 cm, which is correct. However, if you have long legs, handling can be improved by some longer shocks (the Konis are just 367mm, the original first series Marzocchi AG Strada oro were 375mm).
Though the bike is really great, it might make sense - depending on your physical condition - to either change to a 750 Laverda (SF1 or SF2) with a slightly raised handle bar. This gives still great sound but with easier handling (due to the lower center-point). A (well looked after or even better: worked through) Zane Laverda could do the trick for you, maybe a Ghost? Much lighter, much easier in Handling and a fairly upright sitting position.
stivesvelo
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