A new item is the Dell´Orto SH carburettors with centre float, which replace the old MA/MB card whith their side floats. The technical details under the panels however had been changed only slightly. The speedometer of the 125cc version ends at 80kph, while that of the 150cc tops at 100kph. A new feature is the badge holder behind the seat, which replaces the grill of the earlier LI Series and holds a LI 125 or LI 150 badge depending on the model. The LI Series III is sold with two single saddles as standard, while a dual seat is available as an option at additional cost. Headset, horncasting, mudguard, side-panels, legshields, floorboards and frame are not only much sleeker, there are also significant savings in production materials and weight. The outer appearance of the Series III changes drastically compared to the Series II to a much more dynamic and streamlined design which is why the Series III is also called “Slimstyle”. Even the Lambretta Series 4 which is currently in planning stage is based on that frame and seems to have many parts in common with the DL/GP models. ![]() ![]() All subsequent Lambrettas with the large frame trace their origin directly back to the LI Series III. ![]() The 'Slimstyle' Lambretta is the start of the unforeseen success-story of the Lambretta.
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