What category is the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Category of Sport.

What is the engine size of the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Capacity: of 668.00 ccm (40.76 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike have?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Engine type of Twin, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Power of 70.00.

What is the torque of the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Torque of 60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500.

What is the top speed of the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Top speed of 190.0 km/h (118.1 mph).

Is the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike air cooled or liquid cooled?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Cooling system of Air.

How many gears does the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike have?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Gearbox of 6-speed.

How much does the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike weigh?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Dry weight of 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike?

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike has a Seat height of 760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Laverda 650 Ghost Strike - 1998 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike
Brand: Laverda

The 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike is a lightweight sport bike ideal for riders seeking nimble handling and accessible performance. Its 668cc air-cooled twin produces 70 horsepower with excellent power-to-weight ratio, delivering spirited acceleration and a top speed of 190 km/h. Best known for combining Italian engineering heritage with practical everyday usability and agile roadholding.

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General information
Category	Sport
Year	1998
Model	Laverda 650 Ghost Strike
Engine and Transmission Specifications
Transmission type,final drive	Chain
Gearbox	6-speed
Cooling system	Air
Valves per cylinder	4
Top speed	190.0 km/h (118.1 mph)
Torque	60.00 Nm (6.1 kgf-m or 44.3 ft.lbs) @ 6500
Power	70.00
Engine type	Twin, four-stroke
Capacity:	668.00 ccm (40.76 cubic inches)

Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels
Front brakes	Dual disc

Physical measures and capacities
Seat height	760 mm (29.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Power/weight ratio	0.3784 HP/kg
Dry weight	185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Starter	Electric

Performance Profile & Rider Fit

70 hp

Peak Power

4.3s

0-60 mph

118.1 mph

Top Speed

Best For

Track55%

City65%

Cornering75%

Daily Riding55%

Touring35%

Passenger30%

Rider Profile

Best For	This bike suits an intermediate to experienced rider comfortable with a torquey air-cooled twin and a firm sporting chassis.
Purpose	Built as a lightweight naked-sport machine, it favors spirited backroad riding and quick city sprints over outright top-end speed.
Rider Fit	A low-ish 760mm seat height combined with a compact 185kg dry weight makes it manageable for riders of average or shorter stature.
Character	It has the raspy, characterful pull of a classic Italian air-cooled twin with sharp, flickable handling rather than modern liter-bike brutality.
Not Ideal For	It is not the right choice for riders seeking long-distance comfort, pillion-friendly touring, or any off-road capability.

Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.

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1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 760mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 1998 Laverda 650 Ghost Strike, with a cramped knee angle of around 65 degrees and a forward-leaning riding position.

Data quality: estimated (wheelbase estimated from this category's typical bike, not this model's own spec). Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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