1958 Lambretta Li125 (TV225) Series 1

Registration No: 376 XWA
Frame No: 512671 125LI
MOT: Exempt

• Running well with TV200 engine increased to 225cc (Engine No: TV2 552842)
• Superb original patina
• V5 for use on UK roads

The Lambretta Li series 1 was properly launched in April 1958. Some 7 months after the TV175 series 1 was launched. By then Innocenti had eliminated most of the engine problems that the 175 had. The Li was a dramatic departure from the shaft driven LD range that had preceded it. The new enclosed chain driven engine was centrally positioned under the frame and had more power than the LD. With larger 10 inch wheels and beautifully designed panel work it was a superb scooter to ride and was instant hit. The larger engined TV200 quickly followed the TV175 in early 1963 at the specific request of the British importer Lambretta Concessionaires who wanted an even more powerful model to satisfy their customer base.

This example has been carefully considered to be an authentic riders scooter but retaining the classic Series 1 design features. It is noted that the panel work has been replaced with original 150 panels which give better rubber floor board strips. The panels fit very well. The engine is a genuine TV200 casing as far as we can see, and has we have been informed been increased to a 225cc bore. The engine sounded very good at the time of consignment. Still registered as the original Li125, the original 1958 tax disc is still present. The value of the engine in itself is considerable. Our consultant recently rode this scooter on his visit to the vendor and it performed very well.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Diamond
info@vintagescooters.co.uk
07768 313001