The Bajaj Legend was a popular
India
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motor scooter
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produced by
Bajaj Auto
Bajaj Auto Limited () is an Indian multinational automotive manufacturing company based in Pune. It manufactures motorcycles, scooters and auto rickshaws. Bajaj Auto is a part of the Bajaj Group. It was founded by Jamnalal Bajaj (1889–1942) ...
, Ltd. First produced in 1999.
The Legend was powered by a new "environmentally friendly" designed 145cc four-stroke, single cylinder engine, with 9 bhp @ 6000 rpm and torque of 11.3 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
This is coupled to a four speed transmission operated through a classic
Vespa
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-style grip
gear shifter
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The front suspension utilizes a "leading link" and the rear suspension utilizes a "coaxial hydraulic dampner"
The wheelbase is 1272 mm.
The weight is 110 kg.
The ground clearance is 145 mm.
The petrol tank capacity is 5 liters.
Legend
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Indian motor scooters
Motorcycles introduced in 1999
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