Laverda LH2 250 | When Laverda teamed up with Husqvarna…

Laverda LH2 250

With Phil Aynsley

After the somewhat disappointing sales of 250 Chott and 250 TR2, Laverda decided to switch to Husqvarna for their next all-terrain machines.

An agreement was signed in 1976 that saw the Swedish company supply their 125 cc engine fitted to a very tight frame based on the Husqvarna 125 motorcycle. Laverda modified the engine’s wiper valve and used a kit. Dell’Orto carburetor instead of Bing.

Renowned Italian racer Italo Forni was recruited to develop and operate the LH1 125 and LH2 250, which appeared here, then in 1978.

About 2000 pieces of both models were produced between 1977-1980. While most cars are painted orange, the 250 is also available in green. The LH2 produces 29 hp at 7,600 rpm and weighs 140 kg, with a top speed of 140 km/h.

The last LH variants were the 1982 LH3, a 125cc Enduro movement, and its brother LH4 250. This LH2 is in original condition, just missing the “Laverda” sticker on the left engine box.