Lambretta LI 125 Series 2 vs Lambretta 125E (1961)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Lambretta LI 125 Series 2stacks up against the Lambretta 125E. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecLambretta LI 125 Series 2Lambretta 125E
Model year19611954
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower5 hp4 hp
Weight104 kg58 kg
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission3-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires3.50-10 / 3.50-10 4-8 / 4-8

Lambretta LI 125 Series 2 vs Lambretta 125E — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lambretta LI 125 Series 2 and the Lambretta 125E usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lambretta LI 125 Series 2 brings 5 hp in a 104 kg package, while the Lambretta 125E counters with 4 hp at 58 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: