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Model A
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| The model A was the first Lambretta to leave the production line at the Innocenti factory |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 4.1hp
Dry Weight - 55 Kg
Production Dates - Oct 1947 to Oct 1948
Numbers Produced - 9,669
Colours Available - Green, Grey, Blue, Beige, Red & Maroon
Notes :-
3 speed, foot gear change.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1947 |
A |
A |
A |
005001 - 005153 |
| 1948 |
A |
A |
A |
005154 - 014670 |
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The Model A is quite a rare beast these days, and they command high prices in Italy. Parts supply, restoration, and information stems mainly from two Italian specialists. Due to the We say Leave this one to the experts/collectors |
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Model B
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| The model B gear change was now on the handle bars, a feature to stay with the rest of the Lambretta models ever made. |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 4.3hp
Dry Weight - 60 Kg
Production Dates - Nov 1948 to Jan 1950
Numbers Produced - 35,014
Colours Available - Green, Blue, Beige and Red all colours were metallic
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1948 |
B |
B |
B |
000001 - 001855 |
| 1949 |
B |
B |
B |
001856 - 033176 |
| 1950 |
B |
B |
B |
033177 - 035014 |
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The Model B like the A is quite rare beast although a little easier to find then an A. Same as the A, parts supply could be a problem, the B model was basically an upgraded A, and again We say Leave this one to the experts/collectors |
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Model C
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| Starting with the C, the basis of all Lambretta frames would be made of tube. |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 4.3hp
Dry Weight - 70 Kg
Production Dates - Feb 1950 to Nov 1951
Numbers Produced - 87,500
Colours - Green, Grey, Beige and Red
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1950 |
C |
C |
C |
050001 - 084757 |
| 1951 |
C |
C |
C |
084758 - 137500 |
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The C Model starts to become a viable machine to own and use, although they are still very fragile. Parts supply is quite a but better then the earlier machines. 125cc engine doesnt perform that well, 40 to 45mph We say Still a collectors machine really, many engine parts left over from the A/B models. Model D is a better option if you want to ride it! |
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Model LC
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| The LC was the first Lambretta to feature full sized legshields and side panels. On this and the LD, the L stood for Luxury due to the mentioned panel work. |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 4.3hp
Dry Weight - 70 Kg
Production Dates - Feb 1950 to Nov 1951
Numbers Produced - 42,500
Colours Available - Green, Grey, Beige and Blue
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1950 |
LC |
LC |
LC |
400001 - 416813 |
| 1951 |
LC |
LC |
LC |
416814 - 442500 |
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As the C, the LC starts to become a viable machine to own and use, although they are still very fragile. Parts supply is quite a but better then the earlier machines. 125cc engine doesnt perform that well especially with the heavier body work the LC wears. We say Still a collectors machine really, many engine parts left over from the A/B models. LD is a better option if you want to ride it! |
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Model D
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| The D can be quite confusing to identify as three different versions were available. The Model D and LD were also among th first versions that were made outside Italy as Innocenti sold license for production around the world. |
The D MK1 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 5.0hp
Dry Weight - 70 Kg
Production Dates - Nov 1951 to Jan 1953
Numbers Produced - 69,000
Colours Available - Green, Grey and Beige.
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
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The D MK2 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc & 150cc
Power Output - 5.0hp 125cc - 6.0hp 150cc
Dry Weight - 70 Kg 125 - 75Kg 150cc
Production Dates - Apr 1953 to Oct 1954 for 125cc versions - Oct 1954 to Dec 1955 for 150cc versions
Numbers Produced - 53,641 125cc - 33,758 150cc
Notes :-
Green, Grey for 125cc versions, the 150cc could also be brought in Beige. 3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
Changes from the Mk1 version were :- Rear brake was now operated by cable instead of a rod. Slightly changed handle bar shape
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The D MK3 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 150cc
Power Output - 6.0hp
Dry Weight - 75Kg
Production Dates - Jan 1956 to Dec 1956
Numbers Produced - 20,835 150cc
Colours Available - Green and Grey.
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It is thought a very small number of "third series" 125D models were made, but numbers were under 500.
3 speed, hand gear change by two cables.
Changes from the Mk2 version were :- Twin cable gear change instead of teleflex from older models
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1951 |
D 125 Mk1 |
D |
D |
000001 - 003866 |
| 1952 |
D 125 Mk1 |
D |
D |
003867 - 068543 |
| 1953 |
D 125 Mk1 |
D |
D |
068544 - 069000 |
| 1953 |
D 125 Mk2 |
D |
D |
069001 - 091566 |
| 1954 |
D 125 Mk2 |
D |
D |
122032 - 122641 |
| 1954 |
D 125 Mk2 |
D |
D |
091567 - 122030 |
| 1955 |
D 125 Mk3 |
D |
D |
122642 - 122992 |
| 1955 |
D 150 Mk2 |
D |
D |
005001 - 038758 |
| 1956 |
D 125 Mk3 |
D |
D |
122993 - 123142 |
| 1957 |
D 150 Mk3 |
D |
D |
038759 - 059593 |
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The D/LD is the last of the shaft driven models, and was very well made, over engineered in fact. Parts supply is good for trims, badge and resotration parts, not so good for engine parts or bodywork, having said that engines are normally good for 30,000 to 50,000 miles. We say If you want one of the early shaft driven Lambrettas the Mark three D/LD 150cc is the one to go for |
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Model LD
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| The LD like the Model D can be quite confusing to identify as three different versions were available. Of these three versions the Mark 2 and 3 could also be brought as the LDA, which was an electric start version. Finally the LD also had another version from the French Troyes factory. |
The LD MK1 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 4.3hp
Dry Weight - 70 Kg
Production Dates - Dec 1951 to May 1953
Numbers Produced - 87,500
Colours Available - Main Colours Green, Grey and Beige
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
Identify the Mk1 The mark 1 was only available in 125cc and featured two round port holes on the side panels.
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The LD MK2 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc & 150cc
Power Output - 4.3hp 125cc - 6.0hp 150cc
Dry Weight - 70 Kg 125cc - 75Kg 150cc
Production Dates - Jun 1953 to Nov 1956 125cc - Nov 1954 to Jan 1957
Numbers Produced - 78,468 125cc - 110,186 150cc
Colours Available - Grey, Panel colours - Green, Blue and Red
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Green, Grey, Beige and Red. 3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
Identify the Mk2 The mark 2 featured an inside legshield tool box, the horn was below the headlight.
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The LD MK3 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc & 150cc
Power Output - 4.3hp 125cc - 6.0hp 150cc
Dry Weight - 70 Kg 125cc - 75Kg 150cc
Production Dates - Jan 1957 to Jul 1958
Numbers Produced - 78,468 125cc - 110,186 150cc
Colours Available - Main Colours Green, Grey, Beige, Off White, Blue,
Second colour mainly on panels from (dependant on model) Blue, Red, Maroon, Green, Varied from model to model
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3 speed, hand gear change by twin cable.
Identify the Mk1 The mark 3 did not have an inside legshield tool box, the speedo and horn was housed in a casting that sat on top of the handle bars. |
The French LD can be distigished by the position of the fuel and choke levers. These exsit the frame near the feet instead of between the seats on the Italian made models. Also seat covers were rubber, and small changes to badges were made. The French made Ld was largely always based on the Mk2 version. |
| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1951 |
LD 125 Mk1 |
LD |
LD |
000001 - 000138 |
| 1952 |
LD 125 Mk1 |
LD |
LD |
000139 - 029610 |
| 1953 |
LD 125 Mk1 |
LD |
LD |
029611 - 053197 |
| 1953 |
LD 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
053198 - 075405 |
| 1954 |
LD 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
117028 - 117501 |
| 1954 |
LD 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
075406 - 117027 |
| 1954 |
LDA 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
117028 - 117501 |
| 1955 |
LD 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
117502 - 119564 |
| 1955 |
LDA 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
117502 - 119564 |
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LD 150 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
105001 - 157300 |
| 1955 |
LDA 150 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
105001 - 157300 |
| 1956 |
LD 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
119565 - 140366 |
| 1956 |
LDA 125 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
119565 - 140366 |
| 1956 |
LD 150 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
157301 - 209890 |
| 1956 |
LDA 150 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
157301 - 209049 |
| 1957 |
LD 125 Mk3 |
LD |
LD |
500001 - 530792 |
| 1957 |
LDA 125 Mk3 |
LD |
LD |
500001 - 530792 |
| 1957 |
LD 150 Mk2 |
LD |
LD |
209891 - 214344 |
| 1957 |
LDA 150 Mk3 |
LD |
LD |
200001 - 281871 |
| 1958 |
LD 125 Mk3 |
LD |
LD |
530793 - 543687 |
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LD 150 Mk3 |
LD |
LD |
281872 - 313853 |
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The D/LD is the last of the shaft driven models, and was very well made, over engineered in fact. Parts supply is good for trims, badge and resotration parts, not so good for engine parts or bodywork, having said that engines are normally good for 30,000 to 50,000 miles. We say If you want one of the early shaft driven Lambrettas the Mark three D/LD 150cc is the one to go for |
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Model E
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| The E model featured a hand operated pull start. Not many exist now as the pull start was inherant with problems, most models were subsequently converted to kick start. |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 3.8hp
Dry Weight - 59 Kg
Production Dates - Apr 1953 to Feb 1954
Numbers Produced - 42,352
Colours Available - Green, grey and maroon
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable. Hand start by pull cord.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1953 |
E |
E |
E |
000001 - 037573 |
| 1954 |
E |
E |
E |
037574 - 042354 |
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Model F
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| The F version was basically an Model E, but with the troublesome pull start replaced by a kick start. |
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Engine Sizes - 125cc
Power Output - 3.8hp
Dry Weight - 60 Kg
Production Dates - Mar 1954 to Apr 1955
Numbers Produced - 32,701
Colours Available - Green, Grey, Blue, White and Maroon
Notes :-
3 speed, hand gear change by teleflex cable.
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| 1954 |
F |
F |
F |
042355 - 069064 |
| 1955 |
F |
F |
F |
069065 - 075057 |
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Series One
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| The Series one was the first to feature a chain drive. All subsequent Lambretta models adapted this principal. These models also began the feature of having the handle bar or headset cast in alloy instead of the earlier model "motorcylce" type bars. |
The Li 125 & Li 150 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125cc & 150cc
Power Output - 5.2hp 125 - 6.5hp 150
Dry Weight - 104Kg 125 - 105Kg 150
Production Dates - Jun 1958 to Oct 1959 125 - Apr 1958 to Oct 1959 150
Numbers Produced - 47,747 125 - 110,944 150
Colours Available 125 - Blue & two-tone Grey
Colours Available 150 - Blue & Grey, panel colours Red, Blue and Green
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 125 The 125 version had painted handle bar alloy housings, and alloy floor strips.
Identify the 150 The 150 version had polished alloy handle bar housings, alloy channels with rubber inserts on the top.
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The TV 175 Series 1 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 175cc
Power Output - 8.6hp
Dry Weight - 115 Kg
Production Dates - Sept 1957 to Oct 1959
Numbers Produced - 18,858
Colours Available - Ivory
Notes :-
4 Speed, wheel rims were part body colour, part chrome. All forks, hubs, dampers, etc were also painted in the same colour as the body.
Identify the TV Kick start was in the centre of the engine casing, front dampers, 70mph speedo, dual seat as standard.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1957 |
TV 175 Ser. 1 |
175TV |
175TV |
001001 - 002126 |
| 1958 |
Li 125 Ser. 1 |
125LI |
125LI |
500001 - 520810 |
| 1958 |
Li 150 Ser. 1 |
150LI |
150LI |
500001 - 541925 |
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TV 175 Ser. 1 |
175TV |
175TV |
002127 - 011088 |
| 1959 |
Li 125 Ser. 1 |
125LI |
125LI |
520811 - 547749 |
| 1959 |
Li 150 Ser. 1 |
150LI |
150LI |
541926 - 608984 |
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TV 175 Ser. 1 |
175TV |
175TV |
011089 - 011089 |
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Series Two
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| The Series two was pretty much identical to the Series ones except the head lamp was now in a larger head set housing. This turned as you turned the steering, unlike the S1 which faced forwards which ever way the handle bars were. |
The Li 125 & Li 150 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125 & 150cc
Power Output - 5.2hp 125 - 6.5hp 150
Dry Weight - 104Kg 125 - 105Kg 150
Production Dates - Oct 1959 to Nov 1961
Numbers Produced - 47,747 125 - 206,020 150
Colours Available 125 - Two-tone Grey
Colours Available 150 - Grey, Panel colours Red, Blue, Green, Orange, Yellow, and Coffee
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 125 The 125 version had painted handle bar alloy housings, and alloy floor strips.
Identify the 150 The 150 version had polished alloy handle bar housings, alloy channels with rubber inserts on the top.
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The TV 175 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 175cc
Power Output - 8.6hp
Dry Weight - 110 Kg
Production Dates - Oct 1959 to Sep 1961
Numbers Produced - 34,928
Colours Available - Ivory and Pale Blue
Notes :-
All forks, hubs, dampers, etc were also painted in the same colour as the body.
Identify the TV Front dampers, 70mph speedo, different front hub back plate featuring a peg instead of a slot for location, dual seat fitted as standard. Two ranges of frame numbers were produced for the TV2. The first batch, Innocenti found a weakness in the main frame, they recalled all models and adapted machines on the production line. They did this by cutting the frame directly in half along three quarters of its lenght, and welded in a strenghening plate.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1959 |
Li 125 Ser. 2 |
125LI |
125LI |
700001 - 709839 |
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Li 150 Ser. 2 |
150LI |
150LI |
800001 - 825726 |
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TV 175 Ser. 2 |
175TV |
175TV |
100001 - 103261 |
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Li 125 Ser. 2 |
125LI |
125LI |
709840 - 769061 |
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Li 150 Ser. 2 |
150LI |
150LI |
825727 - 922166 |
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TV 175 Ser. 2 |
175TV |
175TV |
103262 - 107464 |
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Li 125 Ser. 2 |
125LI |
125LI |
769062 - 811087 |
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Li 150 Ser. 2 |
150LI |
150LI |
922167 - 962040 |
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TV 175 Ser. 2 |
175TV |
175TV |
200001 - 206005 |
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TV 175 Ser. 2 |
175TV |
175TV |
206006 - 234323 |
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Li Series Three
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| The Series three and all subsequnet models were nick named the slim style. This is bacause compared to the S1, & 2, the Lambretta became slimmer and sleaker. The slim stlye covers all models, Li, TV, SX and GP. |
The Li 125 & Li 150 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125 & 150cc
Power Output - 5.5hp 125 - 6.6hp 150
Dry Weight - 105Kg
Production Dates - Dec 1961 to Nov 1967 125 - Jan 1962 to May 1967
Numbers Produced - 146,734 125 - 143,091 150
Colours Available 125 - Light Green, Light Grey
Colours Available 150 - Light Green, Light Grey, Blue, Red & Grey Panel colours Red, Blue and Green
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 125 The 125 version had painted handle bar alloy housings.
Identify the 150 The 150 version had polished alloy handle bar housings.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1961 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
001001 - 004126 |
| 1962 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
004127 - 052478 |
| 1962 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
600001 - 648718 |
| 1963 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
052479 - 102944 |
| 1963 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
648719 - 696740 |
| 1964 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
102945 - 128292 |
| 1964 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
696741 - 714020 |
| 1965 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
128293 - 144245 |
| 1965 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
714021 - 731136 |
| 1966 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
144246 - 146268 |
| 1966 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
731137 - 742068 |
| 1967 |
Li 125 Ser. 3 |
125LI |
125LI |
146269 - 149473 |
| 1967 |
Li 150 Ser. 3 |
150LI |
150LI |
742069 - 742982 |
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Li Special
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| The Li special gained the looks from the TV family of models, but retained the 125 and 150 engine size options from the Li, but with more power. The 125 Special is sometimes known or called an SX 125. Technically this is not an SX125 as the frame numbers are always 125Li, and there is no X badge on the scooter, but as this ran along with the 150 and 200 SX models, some people do call them SX125. |
The Li 125 Special & Li 150 Special |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 125 & 150cc
Power Output - 7.12hp 125 - 8.25hp 150
Dry Weight - 105Kg
Production Dates - Sep 1963 to Oct 1966
Numbers Produced - 146,734 125 - 143,091 150
Colours Available - Green, Gold, Silver & White, Panel colours Red and Blue
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 125 The 125 version had a Special badge on the legshields, a larger style Lambretta badge, and a big 125 badge. Originally the 125 was not imported into the UK, buyt many private imports can now be found.
Identify the 150 The 150 was available in a few different editions. The special was called the Pacemaker in the UK, whilst you could also buy Silver or Golden specials.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1963 |
Li 150 Special |
150LIS |
150LI |
200001 - 207952 |
| 1964 |
Li 150 Special |
150LIS |
150LI |
207953 - 242975 |
| 1965 |
Li 125 Special |
125LIS |
125LIS |
850001 - 854197 |
| 1965 |
Li 150 Special |
150LIS |
150LI |
242976 - 259281 |
| 1966 |
Li 125 Special |
125LIS |
125LIS |
854198 - 867376 |
| 1966 |
Li 150 Special |
150LIS |
150LI |
259282 - 268829 |
| 1967 |
Li 125 Special |
125LIS |
125LIS |
867377 - 875819 |
| 1968 |
Li 125 Special |
125LIS |
125LIS |
875820 - 879830 |
| 1969 |
Li 125 Special |
125LIS |
125LIS |
879831 - 879846 |
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TV Series Three
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| The TV series three came equiped with front disc brake for both the 175cc and 200cc versions. |
The TV 175 & TV (GT) 200 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 175 & 200cc
Power Output - 8.75hp 175 - 10.75hp 200
Dry Weight - 110Kg
Production Dates - Mar 1962 to Oct 1965 175 - Apr 1963 to Oct 1965 200
Numbers Produced - 37,794 175 - 14,982 200
Colours Available 175 - Metallic Blue, Two-Tone grey and white Panel colours Yellow and Red
Colours Available 200 - White, panel colours Green, Blue, Gold, Black and Red.
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the TV 175 Early versions came wirth the same style of side panels as found on the Li S3. Later models then came with the style as in the photo on the left. the very last versions did not have a chrome ring trim under the headset.
Identify the TV 200 Lambretta concessionaires convinced Lambretta Innocenti to produce a 200cc model due to customer demand for more power and speed. Later versions were available on home (Italian) and other markets.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1962 |
TV 175 Ser. 3 |
175TV3 |
175TV3 |
500001 - 513950 |
| 1963 |
TV 175 Ser. 3 |
175TV3 |
175TV3 |
513951 - 528505 |
| 1963 |
TV (GT) 200 Ser. 3 |
TV3 |
TV2 |
? |
| 1964 |
TV 175 Ser. 3 |
175TV3 |
175TV3 |
528506 - 536091 |
| 1964 |
TV (GT) 200 Ser. 3 |
TV3 |
TV2 |
? |
| 1965 |
TV 175 Ser. 3 |
175TV3 |
175TV3 |
536092 - 537749 |
| 1965 |
TV (GT) 200 Ser. 3 |
TV3 |
TV2 |
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SX
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| The Special X project was started by Innocenti to design a model with a look of more quality and attention to detail. |
The SX 150 & SX 200 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 150cc & 200cc
Power Output - 9.38hp 150 - 11.0hp 200
Dry Weight - 120Kg 150 - 123Kg 200
Production Dates - Oct 1966 to Jan 1969
Numbers Produced - 31,328 150 - 20,783 200
Colours Available 150 - Grey and White, panel colours Red and Blue
Colours Available 200 - White, panel colours Red, Green, Gold, Blue, Black and Purple.
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 150 The 150 retained the looks from the previuos Special model, but gained an X badge.
Identify the 200 The 200 version had a different shaped side panel, with a more pointed flash with 200 built into them.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1966 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
750001 - 753571 |
| 1966 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
830001 - 842642 |
| 1967 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
753572 - 767229 |
| 1967 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
842643 - 847275 |
| 1968 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
767230 - 781074 |
| 1968 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
847276 - 850776 |
| 1969 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
SX150 |
781075 - 781238 |
| 1969 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
SX200 |
850777 - 850783 |
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GP
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| Innocenti brought in the design house Bertonie to completely re design the GP range. This model was only known as the GP on the UK and a few other markets, on all others it was known as the DL |
The GP 125, 150 & 200 |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 150cc & 200cc
Power Output - 7.3hp 125 - 9.27hp 150 - 11.74hp 200
Dry Weight - 118Kg 125 - 150 120Kg - 123 Kg 200
Production Dates - Jan 1969 to Apr 1971
Numbers Produced - 15,300 125 - 20,048 150 - 9,350 200
Colours Available 150 - Turquoise, White, Orange, Red & Yellow Orche, Panel colours on 150 models Red and Blue
Notes :-
4 Speed
Identify the 125 & 150 No disc brake.
Identify the 200 Front disc brake
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1969 |
DL (GP) 125 |
22/1 |
LI125S |
005001 - 012450 |
| 1969 |
DL (GP) 150 |
22/0 |
SX150 |
200001 - 210704 |
| 1969 |
DL (GP) 200 |
22/2 |
SX200 |
250001 - 254778 |
| 1970 |
DL (GP) 125 |
22/1 |
LI125S |
012451 - 018892 |
| 1970 |
DL (GP) 150 |
22/0 |
SX150 |
210705 - 218909 |
| 1970 |
DL (GP) 200 |
22/2 |
SX200 |
254779 - 258603 |
| 1971 |
DL (GP) 125 |
22/1 |
LI125S |
018893 - 020300 |
| 1971 |
DL (GP) 150 |
22/0 |
SX150 |
218910 - 220048 |
| 1971 |
DL (GP) 200 |
22/2 |
SX200 |
258604 - 259350 |
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J range
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| The J range was the baby of the Lambretta models, and was primarily designed for ladies, being lightweight and using smaller stretch levers. One piece monocoque frame work went away from the more traditional tubular frame.
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J50, Cento, J125 and Starstream |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 50, 100 & 125cc
Power Output - 1.7hp 50 - 4.7hp 100
Dry Weight - 80Kg
Production Dates - 1966 to 1969
Numbers Produced - 17,642 100cc
Colours Available - Ivory, Yellow, Red, Green, Blue, Silver, Orange.
Notes :-
The J range did not sell as well as hoped. Today not many parts can be brought for the J range, trims badges brakes, clutch etc.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1964 |
J50 (3-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
400001 - 402799 |
| 1964 |
Cento (100) |
100LB |
100LB |
800001 - 814085 |
| 1964 |
Starstream (125) |
J125/3 |
J125/3 |
600001 - 606484 |
| 1965 |
J50 (3-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
402800 - 421384 |
| 1965 |
Cento (100) |
100LB |
100LB |
814086 - 817644 |
| 1965 |
Starstream (125) |
J125/3 |
J125/3 |
606485 - 616864 |
| 1966 |
J50 (3-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
421385 - 431024 |
| 1966 |
J50 (4-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
431025 - 437105 |
| 1966 |
Starstream (125) |
J125/3 |
J125/3 |
616865 - 621654 |
| 1966 |
Super Starstream (125) |
J125/4 |
J125/4 |
621655 - 630465 |
| 1967 |
J50 (4-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
437106 - 468008 |
| 1967 |
Super Starstream (125) |
J125/4 |
J125/4 |
630466 - 633196 |
| 1968 |
J50 (4-speed) |
J50 |
J50 |
468009 - 469994 |
| 1968 |
J50 Deluxe |
J50 |
J50 |
469995 - 485092 |
| 1968 |
Super Starstream (125) |
J125/4 |
J125/4 |
633197 - 637708 |
| 1969 |
J50 Deluxe |
J50 |
J50 |
485093 - 494138 |
| 1969 |
Super Starstream (125) |
J125/4 |
J125/4 |
637709 - 637710 |
| 1970 |
J50 Deluxe |
J50 |
J50 |
494139 - 498849 |
| 1970 |
J50 Special |
J50 |
J50 |
500001 - 511447 |
| 1971 |
J50 Special |
J50 |
J50 |
511448 - 513601 |
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Lui, Vega & Cometa
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As the race to be the first person on the moon gathered pace, Innocenti's new model was launched, the Luna range (Luna meaning silver moon). The machines looked very advanced for their day, reverting back to the open frame style of the much admired 'D' types
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Lui / Vega / Cometa, 50cc & 75cc |
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Facts
Engine Sizes - 50cc & 75cc
Power Output - 1.48hp 50 - 5.2hp 75
Dry Weight - 68.5Kg 50 - 76Kg 75
Production Dates - Mar 1968 to Jun 1969
Numbers Produced - 27,812 50 - 9,402 75
Colours Available 125 - Orange, Red, Blue, Silver and Green
Notes :-
There was also a model called Cometa which featured oil injection instead of needing to pre mix fuel and 2 stroke oil. All models were 3 speed.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1968 |
Lui (50) |
50C |
50C |
575001 - 595666 |
| 1968 |
Lui (50) |
50CL |
50CL |
575001 - 595666 |
| 1968 |
Vega (75) |
75S |
20/8 |
650001 - 654543 |
| 1968 |
Cometa (75) |
75SL |
20/8 |
650001 - 654543 |
| 1969 |
Lui (50) |
50C |
50C |
595667 - 602814 |
| 1969 |
Lui (50) |
50CL |
50CL |
595667 - 602814 |
| 1969 |
Vega (75) |
75S |
20/8 |
654544 - 658873 |
| 1969 |
Cometa (75) |
75SL |
20/8 |
654544 - 658873 |
| 1970 |
Vega (75) |
75S |
20/8 |
658874 - 659405 |
| 1970 |
Cometa (75) |
75SL |
20/8 |
658874 - 659405 |
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Moped
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Lambretta also made quite a range of 38 and 50cc step through models. |
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Facts
These were the smallest engine Lambretta produced, and in a strong would need exhaust power to keep it moving! Many plastic parts were used on later models, including engine covers, headlight, and petrol tank
Two speed, fully automatic, this model even featured a lever which reduced exhuast compression by moving the exhaust valve, for ease of starting. Chain driven, but not enclosed as per usual, encased by a chain guard, spoked wheels with trailing links were other features of the 'Lambrettiono' as the model was known.
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| Year | Model | Frame Prefix | Engine Prefix | Frame number sequence |
| 1955 |
type 57 |
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000001 - 005929 |
| 1956 |
Type 57 |
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005930 - 028085 |
| 1957 |
Type 57 |
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028086 - 034911 |
| 1958 |
Type 57 |
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034912 - 038223 |
| 1958 |
Type 58 |
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| 1959 |
Type 58 |
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| 1960 |
Type 58 |
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| 1961 |
Type 58 |
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Lambro
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| Innocenti always produced a three wheeled commercial vehicle along side their two wheeled scooters. The amount of models and options was vast. |
Lambro three wheelers |
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For more information on the Lambro models, we suggest you visit this page as the amount of Lambro models made was as vast as the two wheeled scooters.
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| Did You Know |
Innocenti began designing the Lambretta in 1946. After the war the Italian goverment gave large grants to companies willing to get Italy "mobile" after the war.
Many Italians do not like the later models as they were not shaft driven.
The life expectancy for an early model engine was in excess of 50,000 miles.
Lambrettas first racing scooter was a Model a which could reach speeds of over 70moh.
A 125cc Lambretta factory prepared scooter held 56 different land speed records for its class. This amazing machine could reach speeds of over 200 km per hour. Some records were held until just a few years ago!
Lambretta actually featured a mechanical timing advance/retard system as early as 1957
Lambretta concessionaires persuaded Innocenti to build a 200cc machine even though Lambretta were not keen. Innocenti made Lambretta cover all warrenty as the did not think a 200cc machine would be reliable, or sell very well. As sales rose Lambretta developed the 200 machine in the factory and continued it as the largest cc offered on all subsequent machines.
The Li 125 series three machine manages to be the most produced machine by Lambretta, and stayed in production the longest time. 146,734 examples of this machine were built, over the five years it was built.
The TV175 series three was the first production two wheeled vehicle to feature a front disc brake as standard.
Lambretta made the Swedish army some engines that were especially produced to rotate a cannon.
Lambrettas were made under license in many different countries. France, Spain, Germany, India, Argentina, Brasil were amoung a few
It was the British company BMC that eventually purchased the Lambretta Innocenti factory. The bosses at BMC saw the Lambretta scooter as a gimmick and quickly sold of the rights to the name and all the machiery to the Indian goverment. Many strikes were staged in protest by the whole Innocenti factory.
Most of the Innocenti factory has been demolished and re developed, but part of the factory still remains (at date of wrting, 11/2004)
The Innocenti factory in its hey day was totally self sufficent. It featured many many ammenaties for its work force, from a hospital to a school, its own power plant, lesuire facilities and much more.
Most of the Innocenti factory also had a basement section, thousands of miles of pipes, electrical wires and other such things were under here. A complete workforce worked under ground 24 hours a day to service and support the factory set up.
In the mid to late 1960s Innocenti also produced cars under license from BMC along side their two and three wheeled vehicles.
At a motor show in Earls Court, Lambretta concessionaires pulled of one of the major advertsing schemes of the 1960's when they staged the theft of a gold plated Lambretta from their stand at the show. It had the whole county fooled while it lasted.
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