You will be advised of this when you book your engine in. When i started playing with the online calculator i realised that the info given in the webster lambretta tuning manual. Complete go faster engines for lambrettas im now offering the option to either upgrade your existing 125150175200 lambretta engine or purchase a completely new and upgraded 200cc unit ready to drop straight into your frame. Forthcoming book the complete spanners lambretta kit book news.
The cncmachined from billet 305 engine is a work of art from 2stroke tuners bsg. Many of the bolt on kits may already come with a state of tune straight out of the box, but they still could be tuned and improved upon in most cases depending on what you are trying to achieve. We had the old 60s performance tuning book which must have been brilliant in the 1960s and we had the dave websters tuning book. The the purpose of this page we will concentrate on a tune being the modification of the cylinder, piston or head, as other types of tune or modifications have their own page. Lambrettaworks has more experience improving the performance, handling, braking, and looks of lambretta scooters than any dealer in north america. Running in an engine since the correct way to run in a new engine or brand new parts is a muchdiscussed subject, i have decided to make a howto explaining what i think is the best way to do so. There is plenty of good information about vespas in how to restore and maintain your vespa but there is relatively little information addressing the actual howto aspect of vespa repair. Based on the values mentioned in the book you can still build a good and fast sports engine today. We have built lambretta engines producing over 32hp using the original cast iron cylinder, developed the only j range lambretta in the world to compete successfully on the race track against the worlds fastest small frame vespas, and explored the outer limits of performance available from the af rayspeed ts1 cylinder kit through liquid cooling and extreme porting modifications. Currently, there are so many kits on the market that anyone looking to tune a classic lambretta is liable to. Lambretta performance tuning and conversions written and compiled by ken herlingshaw an exact and authentic reproduction of the unique and highly acclaimed original which was produced in the 1960s when lambretta was the number one. The barrel started life as an italian gp 200 some time between 1969 and 1971, i purchased the barrel from jason at classically italian in birmingham who is now with gran sport, some time during the early 1990s. Original lambretta tuning manual 206 the lambretta manual of performance tuning and conversions. The paint work was done by myself using a small compressor with the number 5 added to the panels a few years later.
Enter your email address to receive alerts when we have new listings available for lambretta 200 engine for sale. Bsg casa lambretta 305 open your wallet and repeat after me. There are a many books that are in and out of print that help with basic tuning of lambretta and vespa motor scooters. Part 1 introduction to tuning a lambretta engine part 2 introduction to tuning cylinders the mb way part 3 explaining advanced tuning part 4 explaining advanced port timings this is the start of explaining lambretta tuning, ive had to split it up as its so long so it comes in 4 parts. Gp125 with 225 engine still needs running in look at the pics no offers as it worth a lot more than im asking new projects to do reg as 125 up to new owner to reg as 225. A complete, readytofit 265cc lambretta engine with a fivespeed transmission. Forthcoming book the complete spanners lambretta kit book. Manufacturer of tuning parts for vespa and lambretta. But in either case, lambretta or vespa, you can start spending as little as a few hundred pounds on cylinder kits, right up to fivefigure sums on the really highend gear. These are taken from the original parts book from lambretta. Its actually far easier to handle than bsgs crazy vespa px engine. With expert precision we apply our knowledge to your scooters engine, tuning it so that it runs at maximum horse power.
Lambretta scooter engines from the scooter republic. Production of the lambretta ceased in 1971 and although vespa survived, the scooter scene went underground during the 1970s. Lambretta lisxgp 200 cc quality complete gasket set engineexhaustcylinder. However, if you want to continue tuning or setup then the book will provide pointers and direct you to specialists who can help with that. All our parts are made in italy by the best italian manufacturers.
The li 150 special came first in september 1963 and was introduced to help cope with the demand for faster scooters, while staying as a 150cc, by having a new barrel, head and reworked gearbox. Lambretta tuning by dave webster lots of information about lambretta tuning from one of the uks most. I chose the port timings i wanted to aim for from a two stroke tuning book by. Here are some lambretta books i have found over the years, with a brief description of the contents. Lambretta vespa tuning manuals there are a many books that are in and out of print that help with basic tuning of lambretta and vespa motor scooters. You can also choose from new lambretta engine, as well as from gas diesel lambretta engine, and whether lambretta engine is 2stroke, or 4stroke. These mild upgrades maximize the power output of your engine using only stock replacement. Ive read and will reread graham bells book, which explains what affect timings have on engine performance, however i eant someone to telatevthese figured back to lambretta world as mbs tech site says theyre no good on lammies.
They are tested extensively in the esc european championship and italian vpi and polini cup. Apr 23, 2014 ive read and will reread graham bells book, which explains what affect timings have on engine performance, however i eant someone to telatevthese figured back to lambretta world as mbs tech site says theyre no good on lammies. The 150 special was introduced in 1963 as a sportier alternative to the standard li 150. So sticky upped the ante by revising the best lambretta repair book on the market. The basic lambretta air filter is quite basically designed for basic engines. The quality of our tuning work can not only shown to be proven on the racetrack, sprinting 14 mile or the dyno but most importantly on the road where hundreds of. The topics and parts mentioned are intended as a guide only, and you should seak the advise of a professional tuner in all circumstances. There are wonderful adds in the rear of this book as well as very good coverage of the earliest lambretta models 125 b, 125 c, 125 d series i, 125 d series ii, 150 d series i, 125 d series ii, 125 ld series i, 125 ld series ii, 125 lda, 150 lda. This base level of tuning is available for all models of lambretta, and can include anything from just simple porting and polishing on some models, to replacement of the complete top end, carburetor, and exhaust system on other models. This rate is not for recently imported engines, they must be off running scooters.
If we ship an item to you and it gets lost or damaged then we will replace it or refund the value of the item and postage. Its full of books and magazines, i hardly ever refer to them, some ive only glanced over and some ive never read. Although there are a number of ways to help this, such as drilling air boxes, widening the air scoop and neck, the basic make up of a paper air filter can still restrict air flow. A wide variety of lambretta engine options are available to you, such as 40kmh, 80kmh. These are complete engines ready for your scooter, please contact us to discuss your requirements. Im not going to go into any more details about what the. We can build an engine to the specification that you require and can guide you along the way. Lambretta works lowestoft 2 stroke tuning services. Performance tuning to get the most out of your scooter at jahspeed scooters, we pride ourselves on our knowledge of scooters and the way they move. Let me go away and do some reading and ill come back with something. Book lambretta, tuning manual by dave webster books.
Shops appeared offering performance tuning services for the first time and a new era of scootering dawned. Tuning options for 200cc engines using the af rapido barrel. How to restore and maintain your vespa motorscooter. We design and develop parts vespa and lambretta scooters. Read the related chapter before you begin to get you thinking about the procedure. His lambretta books have raised the stakes in the scooter book world. At this duration pumping doesnt work until around 5,000 rpm and can work on to 10,000rpm which is totally out of the range of most working lambretta engines. It should also be equipped with reliable and proven. The engine was built by ralph saxlelby at rs tuning in doncaster a full rebuild and tune. Sticky features complete spanners lambretta kit book meet. These mild upgrades maximize the power output of your engine using only stock replacement parts, with no loss of. By tuning we would normally mean taking an existing lambretta cylinder or a bolt on kit and modifying it from its standard form.
Slight crease on bottom right corner but as new other than that dispatched with royal mail 1st class. The lambretta the engine was fitted to was an italian 125 dl which i bought the day it was imported into the uk also in the early 1990s. Sticky features complete spanners lambretta kit book. The wide range of information about the lambretta makes. Im now offering the option to either upgrade your existing 125150175200 lambretta engine or purchase a completely new and upgraded 200cc unit ready to drop straight into your frame. Cambridge lambretta ltd preserving, restoring and tuning classic lambretta. Lambretta performance tuning and conversions written and compiled by ken herlingshaw an exact and authentic reproduction of the unique and highly acclaimed original which was produced in the 1960s when lambretta was the number one in total twowheeler sales in the united kingdom. Running in an engine since the correct way to run in a new engine or brand new parts is a muchdiscussed subject, i have decided to make a howto explaining what i. It is highly unlikely that by fitting just a kit or tuning part to a standard lambretta engine you could expect trouble free running, please seek further advice at the time of purchasing any products. Many owners and tuners of vintage scooters have expressed the desire or had a dream of being able to fit a power unit into their pride and joy with all the advantages that completely modern twostroke technology supplies, with at least 250cc for good measure. Briefly below and the main topics that can and will help in way your lambretta performs.
Mb developments are perhaps best known for their lambretta tuning work and mark broadhurst can be credited with inventing many of the tuning conversions that are widely used today. The complete spanners lambretta kit book aims to simplify this choice by giving people honest, independent, measured information so people can make a kit choice to suit their needs, budget and riding style. This is the point at which the compressed fuelair mixture in the combustion chamber is ignited to give optimum performance and reliability. What does effect the lambretta engine in a big way is the transfer port timing when checked it gives degrees about the same as i would use on a full race spec group 6 engine. The crankcasereed engine produces over 50hp, if you think you can handle that much power.
Lambretta engines with imola 185200 or af rayspeed ts1. These are quite simply the best parts money can buy. Ownership shifted to the younger generation and their appetite for speed and power was insatiable. There are of course many benefits to engine and cylinder conversions, especially when two up with tent and camping kit doing a 400 mile. A wide variety of lambretta engine options are available to you, such as max. Lambretta was the name of a mythical watersprite associated with the river which. Tuning really envelopes the whole scooter, as if you increase performance in in way you have carried out a degree of tuning. Lambretta tuning has historically relied more on privateers and small homegrown companies to develop and release great kits like the challenger, avanti, af ts1, mb racetour, granturismo and so on. By proceeding, you consent to our legal notice and acknowledge how we process. These mild upgrades maximize the power output of your engine using only stock replacement parts, with no loss of reliability. Lambretta performance options lambretta works, inc. Cylinder tuning part 3 part 1 introduction to tuning a lambretta engine part 2 introduction to tuning cylinders the mb way part 3 explaining advanced tuning part 4 explaining advanced port timings i have a room i call the reference library. Blueprinting, matching barrel to portsinletexhaust or tuning are not included but can be done as part of rebuild on labour rates as extra. The complete spanners lambretta kit book aims to simplify this choice by giving people honest.
There are 67 suppliers who sells lambretta engine on, mainly located in asia. Make your engine sing with our performance tuning in essex. The casa performance range is the most complete, high quality selection of tuning and modification parts available on the market for lambretta, vespa and automatic scooters. This book would be a good companion book to go with a real service manual. Lambretta series 2, rs tuning 200 engine, disc brake, italian. These engines have been completely rebuilt using all new seals and gaskets, clutch plates, springs, decent quality high load bearings, race specification.
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