If you were in the market for a modern scooter with retro looks but did not fancy the Vespa, you now have an option. A very good one in fact. Lohiya Motors Limited or LML has launched their Star Euro 150 automatic scooter in India. With a 150 cc engine coupled to a CVT gearbox it is now the scooter with the largest displacement in India.
LML Star Euro 150cc
The engine is is a four stroke vertically mounted element, a first in any automatic scooter in India. It belts out 9.2 bhp which helps the bike to reach a top speed of 90kmph. With a kerb weight of 115 kg, the 7 litre fuel tank will easily power it for 350 kms at the company claimed mileage of 55 kmpl. We expect the figure to drop to 40 – 45 kmpl out in the real world.
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- LML Star Euro 150 cc black gold colour
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- LML Star Euro 150 cc black glicine colour
Here are the Star Euro 150 dimensions:
| Overall length | 1760 mm |
| Overall width | 695 mm |
| Seat height | 820 mm |
| Wheel base | 1260 mm |
| Maximum road clearance | 160 mm |
The company claims the Star Euro 150 is India`s first full metal bodied automatic scooter. The scooter will use Hydraulic dampers and helical springs for suspension duties. It uses a semi-monocoque structure at the front and a tubular frame at the rear for better stability and sturdiness. Drum brakes are standard at both ends but the company offers front disc brakes as an option.
The scooter will be launched in three variants. The distinguishing features and respective prices are:
| Electric Start | 54014.00 |
| Electric Start with Disc Brake | 57918.00 |
| Electric Start with Disc Brake and Multi shade | 59422.00 |
All prices are ex-showroom Gujrat.
Features include an engine kill switch, glove compartment and a speedo with Eco and Power modes. The scooter will be offered in the following colors : Black Gold, Cipria Red, Eclair Brown, Glicine, Lilac Blue, Pearl White and Multi Shade. Our pick is the Multi Shade as it offers the perfect combination of retro styling with an adequate dash of fun thrown in.
This will be a serious contender to the Piaggio Vespa in terms of retro styling and appeal. On comparison, a similar specced Vespa will cost you upwards of INR 10k over the Star Euro 150.
Technical Specifications of Euro 150
| Weights | |
| Vehicle kerb weight | 112 Kgs |
| Engine | |
| Engine | Single cylinder, four stroke, forced air cooled with single overhead cam and two valves. |
| Displacement | 150.82 cc |
| Bore | 61 mm |
| Stroke | 51.9 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.0 ± 0.5:1 |
| Idling speed | 1400 ± 100 rpm |
| Max. output / power | 7.0± 0.25Kw at 8000 ± 200 rpm |
| Ignition system | Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) Electronic |
| Starting | Kick start, Auto start |
| Transmission | |
| Clutch | Centrifugal clutch |
| Transmission | CVT |
| Chassis / Suspension | |
| Chassis | Semi monocoque structure having pressed steel sheet in front and tubular frame in rear. Covered by sheet metal shell assembly. |
| Steering column and suspension | The steering column is pivoted at the front wheel swinging hub. |
| Front and rear suspension | Front and rear suspension with hydraulic dampers and helical springs. |
| Brakes | |
| Front brake | Drum brake, mechanical expanding shoe type |
| Rear brake | Drum brake, mechanical expanding shoe type |
| Tyres | |
| Front and rear tyre | 89x251mm (3.50”x10”), 4 ply rating, interchangeable |
| Maximum speed | 90 kms / hr |
LML Star Euro 200cc
LML has been struggling for quite a while now but this will mark its re-entry with a bang in the Indian market. although LML will concentrate more on its export business to Europe, this scooter will help the company see green in the charts after many years. The company website also showcases a 200 cc called the Star Euro 200 at INR 52,727 (Ex showroom Delhi).
Technical Specifications of Euro 200
| Engine | |
| Engine | Single cylinder, four stroke, forced air cooled with single overhead cam and two valves. |
| Displacement | 199.89 cc |
| Bore | 65.5 mm |
| Stroke | 59.3 mm |
| Compression ratio | 9.0 ± 0.5:1 |
| Idling speed | 1200 ± 100 rpm |
| Max. output / power | 6.8Kw at 6250 ± 100 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 19.9Nm at 4000 ± 100 rpm |
| Ignition system | Capacitor Discharge Ignition (CDI) Electronic |
| Starting | Kick start, Auto start for ES model |
| Clutch | Multiplate, oil bath type |
| Carburettor | KEIHIN FIE – PB20 |
| Spark plug | MICO – UHR3CC |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 4 Speed constant mesh |
| Chassis / Suspension | |
| Chassis | “Semi monocoque structure having pressed steel sheet in front and tubular frame in rear. Covered by sheet metal shell assembly.” |
| Steering column and suspension | The steering column is pivoted at the front wheel swinging hub. |
| Front and rear suspension | Front and rear suspension with hydraulic dampers and helical springs. |
| Brakes | |
| Front brake | Drum brake, mechanical expanding shoe type / Disc brake |
| Rear brake | Drum brake, mechanical expanding shoe type |
| Tyres | |
| Front and rear tyre | 89x251mm (3.50”x10”), 4 ply rating, interchangeable |
| Maximum speed | 90 kms / hr |
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- LML Star Euro 200 cc blue colour
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- LML Star Euro 200 cc grey colour
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- LML Star Euro 200 cc black colour
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- LML Star Euro 200 cc white colour
