Friday, May 30, 2008

LAMBRETTA HISTORY 1952 to 1999


1958 TV SERIES 1.
The "Flagship" of Lambretta.
Entirely new concept in design. Biggest capacity yet. 350 x 10" Wheels.
Dual seat. Floor mats. Cast handlebars with integral speedo. Cable adjusters to clutch and front brake.
Fixed front mudguard. Horizontal engine, chain drive with gearbox rear axle.
Coil sprung kickstart unit. No cutaway in side panel for central position kickstart.
Various versions of this model, as production progressed.

Wednesday, May 28, 2008

LAMBRETTA HISTORY 1952 to 1999


1960-61 TV 175 11.
The updated 175cc model was basically the Li in 175cc form.
this brought it inline with the other newer models.
Dual seat fitted as standard with key ignition and front dampers.

LAMBRETTA HISTORY 1952 to 1999


1962 Li 150 (SLIMSTYLE) SERIES 111.
This replaced the Series 11 models in 1962 and were of squarer appearance
and much narrower in frontal design. A more efficient design of silencer fitted.

Tuesday, May 27, 2008

LAMBRETTA HISTORY 1952 to 1999


1962-3 TV 175 111.
All machines now basically the same, with only little cosmetic and internal differences.
The design differences in body work will be apparent from the illustrations.
Engine details, gear ratios and other technicalities are fully covered in the Lambretta workshop manuals.