The Bajaj Priya is a three-speed, 150cc scooter that was manufactured in Pune, India for Maharashtra Scooters from 1975 until April 1992 under a license agreement with Bajaj Auto Limited. The design was very similar to that of the earlier "Bajaj 150" model, which was in turn based upon a Vespa 150 (VBA type) with a slightly modified body.

Bajaj Priya
ManufacturerBajaj Auto
PredecessorBajaj 150
SuccessorSuper Fe
ClassScooter
Engine150cc
Bore / stroke57/57
Compression ratio7.4:1
Top speed80
Power6.3 bhp
Torque1kgm
Transmission3-speed
Frame typemonocoque
Brakesdrum rear and front
Tires3.50-8
DimensionsH: 1015 mm
Weight91 kg (dry)
Fuel capacity6.5 L
Fuel consumption45 km/L

Differences from other models

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Headset

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Unlike the earlier Vespa and Bajaj 150 models, which used fully enclosed headsets, the Priya shared a headset with the more common Vespa Super, but was fitted with a round "volcano" style speedometer found on other Bajaj Scooters. The headset, which featured a non-enclosed bottom for easy access to cables, also had an integrated switch section, unlike the earlier Bajaj and Vespa 150, where it was joined separately and made of polished aluminum.

Horncast

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Unlike the earlier Vespa and Bajaj 150 models, which usually sported the original Italian-style horncast with the older rectangular Piaggio monogram, the Priya used an angular horncast with a hexagonal Bajaj monogram similar to Vespa models produced in the early to mid 1970s.

Tail lamp

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Unlike the earliest Indian-built Vespa 150s, which used the same aluminium tail lamps as the Italian-built Vespa VBA/GS150 design, the Priya came with a chromed-plastic Vespa Sprint type taillight.

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