Sport Tourers
1987Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota
19 fields on record
The 1987 Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota is an air-cooled sport bike featuring a distinctive 980cc inline-triple engine producing 82 horsepower. Built for experienced riders seeking classic Italian sportbike character, it's renowned for its aggressive styling, lightweight handling at 265kg, and thrilling three-cylinder performance that defined 1980s superbike competition.
- Capacity
- 980.0 ccm
- Engine
- In-line three-cylinder
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Wet weight
- 265.0 kg
- Seat height
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Power
- 82.0 HP (60.3 kW) @ 7900 RPM
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It was built as a sporting grand tourer, blending a characterful air-cooled triple with long-legged chassis manners for fast road riding rather than outright track performance.
- Built for
- The RGS-Jota has a gruff, mechanical charisma, with a thumping in-line three exhaust note and old-school Italian handling that feels analog and involving rather than clinical.
- Not ideal for
- It is not the right choice for a novice rider seeking light, forgiving handling or for anyone wanting modern-level braking, suspension refinement, or off-road capability.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Engine
- Capacity
- 980.0 ccm
- Power
- 82.0 HP (60.3 kW) @ 7900 RPM
- Engine type
- In-line three-cylinder
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.3094 HP/kg (wet)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 74.0 mm
- Compression
- 9.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Torque
- Not on record - add it
Transmission
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission type
- Manual
- Final drive
- Chain
Performance
- Top speed
- 215.0 km/h (133.6 mph)
Dimensions & weight
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Dual disc
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Front tyre
- 100/90-18
- Rear tyre
- 120/90-18
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 1984 | 1985 | 1986 | 1987 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 980 cc | 980 cc | 980 cc | 980 cc |
| Fuel capacity | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L | 22 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
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Common questions
What is the engine size of the Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota?
The 1987 Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota has a Capacity of 980.0 ccm (59.80 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota have?
The 1987 Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota has a Power of 82.0 HP (60.3 kW) @ 7900 RPM.
How many gears does the Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota have?
The 1987 Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota has a Gearbox of 5-speed.
How much does the Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota weigh?
The 1987 Laverda 1000 RGS-Jota has a Wet weight of 265.0 kg (584.2 pounds).
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