MOPED OF THE DAY | 1975 Garelli Katia

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Garelli Katia

I recently got one of these “mini peds” but mine has a Minarelli V1.  While looking for inspiration I came across this beautifully restored Garelli Katia.  Its similar to the mini I got but has the Garelli engine.  This Katia has been restored with a classic look in mind.  I’m calling 2018 the year of the mini mopeds, can’t wait to see more at rallies this year.

GARELLI KATIA APPEARANCE

This Garelli Katia was stripped down completely and every part was restored to a show room quality finish.  All of the chrome on the bike was glass blown and chrome plated.  The spoke wheels were taken apart, each spoke removed, then refinished with new chrome. The wheels were put back together with some new white wall tires.  The forks, frame, tank, engine cover, swing arm and chain guard were repainted red.  The center stand and exhaust were refinished with black paint. Levers, tool box, headlight, rear shocks, horn, pedals and arms were cleaned up or restored. New decals on the gas tank complete the restoration of the Katia.

Garelli Katia

ENGINE

The motor a stayed stock 50cc but was detailed. Grease was cleaned off the entire engine.  The sides of the engine where polished.

Garelli Katia

7 comments

    • Crystal lynn 18 August, 2022 at 21:32 Reply

      I have a 1977 frantic motor moped it was made in Italy its old and I’m starting at 1,000 obo u can make me an offer my number is (689)253-0225

  1. Steve 7 February, 2023 at 20:24 Reply

    Was this moped complete when you got it or did you need to get replacement parts? If you got replacement parts did they come from Garelli? Did you contact the company at all for info or parts?

    • louhtx 13 February, 2023 at 03:51 Reply

      Not sure who built this Garelli Katia. This was a moped found for sale in an ad. Just sharing the good work they did. Depending on the replacement parts you need, there are a few different online moped stores that sell parts for these mopeds.

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