We reported about Piaggio’s plans for India from the Auto Expo held in January this year. We also reported in detail about the manufacturer’s plans to introduce the LX125 scoot in the Indian market. Now, we are the first to bring to you the news that the Italian two wheeler manufacturer has launched the Vespa LX 125 scooter in country. This launch event took place in Mumbai today and following the event will be the inauguration of the Vespa plant in Baramati on 28th. The inauguration will take place in presence of Mr. Matteo Colaninno, Group President, Piaggio.
Piaggio’s Indian operations will commence with a dealer network of 50 dealers across 35 cities and the manufactuer will also start Vespa clubs.The Vespa is the only scooter to use the single piece monocoque construction and the motor in LX125 has been especially tuned for Indian riding conditions.
- Vespa LX125 Specifications-
- Engine capacity- 124 cc
- Max Power-10.06 BHP @7500 RPM
- Max. Torque- 1.08 kgm@6000 RPM
- Transmission- CVT
- Expected fuel efficiency- 50 km/l
- Weight- 114 kgs.
The Vespa LX125 will be made available in 7 colours- red, silver, yellow, orange, blue, black and white and the new scooter has been positioned as a lifestyle vehicle. The sexy two wheeler is priced at INR 66,661/- in Maharashtra.
The only complaint we have is no option of a disc brake.
70 k for this classic scooter ill rather import one from states with better engine and options I knw itll be very expensive but I guess itll be worht its money and guys don't just buy it yet cause there is a new sports model coming up in next 4 months wth disc breaks and everythng and porsche 911 type looking front mag and its confirmmed.
70 k for this classic scooter ill rather import one from states with better engine and options I knw itll be very expensive but I guess itll be worht its money and guys don't just buy it yet cause there is a new sports model coming up in next 4 months wth disc breaks and everythng and porsche 911 type looking front mag and its confirmmed.
70 k for this classic scooter ill rather import one from states with better engine and options I knw itll be very expensive but I guess itll be worht its money and guys don't just buy it yet cause there is a new sports model coming up in next 4 months wth disc breaks and everythng and porsche 911 type looking front mag and its confirmmed.
Arnob Gupta True..Like Piaggio is aiming it would be a lifestyle vehicle. I doubt if it would have a huge stake as a substitute to the Activa's and the Dio's. But it would be a vehicle that would be brought out of passion and love for either it's past or it's present glory.
Arnob Gupta True..Like Piaggio is aiming it would be a lifestyle vehicle. I doubt if it would have a huge stake as a substitute to the Activa's and the Dio's. But it would be a vehicle that would be brought out of passion and love for either it's past or it's present glory.