LD 125 (1957)
LD 125 (1957)

Lambretta D & LD 125

In December 1951, Innocenti introduced the 125 D models, which had a completely redesigned frame and a significantly improved chassis. Nothing was changed to the tank, glove compartment and saddle solution. Essentially, the D is an improved C model. In addition to the frame, the look is also very similar to the C models.

The engine is a completely new design with an MA18 carburetor. The cylinder is made of cast iron, the air-cooled cylinder head of aluminum. The three-speed gearbox is shifted using the Teleflex cable. The power increases to 5 hp and the speed is almost 80 km/h.

Ribbed brake drums at the front and rear improved braking performance, while the rear brake on the early versions was still operated by a linkage as found on the C & LC. The front suspension is integrated in the fork, a concept which Innocenti consistently retained right up to the DL. Torsion suspension is fitted at the rear.

Type:
Performance:
Production period:
Quantity:
Production code:
1st frame no.:
125 LD
125 cc
12/51-10/55
110.334
125LD
00.001


Type:
Power:
Production period:
Quantity:
Production code:
1st frame no.:
125 LD (Elestart)
125 cc
02/54-12/54
8.694
125LD
00.001


125 D & LD - 1st version
(1951/52)

Chrome-plated handlebars with aluminum end caps, front brake as on the C, rear brake via linkage with small brake pedal (from mid-1952 brake actuated via larger pedal by pull), black light switch with 2 positions and chrome cover, horn with 'flower' cover, flat fork cover (from mid-1952 with cut-outs for larger bushes), the engine is rigidly suspended (from mid-1952 with silent blocks). LD only: side covers with chrome kidneys, Lambretta aluminum lettering on the leg shield and Innocenti emblem above the headlight.



125 D & LD - 2nd version
(1953)

Adjustable handlebars made of aluminum, brake and clutch levers made of plastic, front brake enlarged to 125 mm, retaining strap for passenger, plastic light switch with two positions in ivory color, horn with ordinary cover (from February 1953). LD only: side covers with plastic grille and plastic LD emblem on the leg shield. (Early 53 LD models still had version 1 side covers).



125 D & LD - 3rd version
(1954)

Brake and clutch levers with adjusters for the cables, dark green saddle covers, white light switch with 3 positions and chrome cover (from mid-1954), grips with end pieces. LD only: larger saddles, closed at the front (from mid-1954) with dark green covers, at the end of 1954 the LD was fitted with rubber covers for the cables on the handlebars.



Original paint (Lechler)

Verde Olivia (olive green)
8021
Farbkarte
Beige Sabbia (sand)
8029
Farbkarte
Camoscio Chiaro (mustard yellow)
8055
Farbkarte
Vehicle (general)
Designation
LD 125 (1957)
VIN
125LD
Year of construction
1957, 1958
Number of units built
44665
Colors
grigio landa (8041)
 
Vehicle engine
Motor type
2-Takt
Emission standard
keine
Displacement
123 cm³
Stroke
58 mm
Drill hole
52 mm
Motor type
2-Takt
Number of cylinders
1
Type of cooling
Luft
Power (kW)
3.84 kW
Power (PS)
5.2
rpm (p max)
4750
Compaction
1:6.5
Mixture preparation
Vergaser
Carburetor
Dell'Orto MA18 B4
Starter
Kickstarter
Clutch
Manuell
Motor manufacturer
Innocenti
V max
78 km/h
 
Vehicle dimensions
Length
1770 mm
Width
740 mm
Height
960 mm
Seat height
760 mm
Ground clearance
110 mm
Wheelbase
1281 mm
Weight (empty)
86 kg
 
Vehicle tires
Front tires
4.00 - 8
Rear tires
4.00 - 8
Front rim
2.50 - 8
Rear rim
2.50 - 8
 
Vehicle brake system
Front brake type
Trommelbremse
Type of rear brake
Trommelbremse
Front brake actuation
mechanisch mit Seilzug
Rear brake actuation
mechanisch mit Seilzug
 
Vehicle chassis
Chassis type front
Schwinge gezogen, nur Feder
Rear suspension type
Torsionsfeder
 
Vehicle engine - ignition system
Spark plug
(NGK) B8HS
Type of ignition
Kontaktzündung
Pre-ignition
25
Distance contacts
0.45 mm
Power (light)
30 W
Tension
6 V
 
Vehicle Engine - Gearbox
Gearbox type
manuell
Number of gears
3
 
Vehicle fuels
Fuel
Super (ROZ 95)
Mixing ratio
1:25
Gear oil
SAE50
Quantity of gear oil
0.5 Ltr.
 
General
Code (new)
INNOCENTI_LD12557