Lambretta LI 125 Special vs Lambretta 125M (1969)

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

Spec comparison

SpecLambretta LI 125 SpecialLambretta 125M
Model year19691957
Price
Engine123 cc123 cc
Horsepower7 hp4 hp
Weight104 kg55 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 3.5-7 / 3,5-7

Lambretta LI 125 Special vs Lambretta 125M — which should you buy?

Picking between the Lambretta LI 125 Special and the Lambretta 125M usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Lambretta LI 125 Special brings 7 hp in a 104 kg package, while the Lambretta 125M counters with 4 hp at 55 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: