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SX 150

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36 /100 Commuter
Power/Weight
0.08 hp/kg
Top Speed
97 km/h
Engine
150 ccm

1969 Lambretta SX 150 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Lambretta for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 1969 Lambretta SX 150 utilizes a 150 cc (9.2 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 8.8 HP (6.4 kW) at 5,600 rpm. With a specific output of 58.7 HP per liter, the engine character is prioritizing low-RPM tractability, mechanical longevity and relaxed throttle response over peak redline numbers.

On the scales, the SX 150 measures 109.8 kg (242 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.48 kg per horsepower).

Within MotoLibrary's Lambretta archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 1966 to 1969, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.

Specific Output
58.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.48 kg/HP)
Engine
Displacement 150.0 ccm (9.15 cubic inches)
Engine Type Single cylinder, two-stroke
Engine Details Single cylinder, two-stroke
Power 8.8 HP (6.4 kW)) @ 5600 RPM
Compression 7.0:1
Bore x Stroke 57.0 x 58.0 mm (2.2 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel System Carburettor. DellÓrto
Cooling Air
Performance
Top Speed 96.6 km/h (60.0 mph)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre 3.50-10
Rear Tyre 3.50-10
Front Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brakes Expanding brake (drum brake)
Wheels Spoked
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight 109.8 kg (242.0 pounds)
Power/Weight 0.0797 HP/kg
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