Modified Luna: A celebrity Moped

Hyderabad: It’s not a Ferrari but it will stop traffic wherever it goes. In the spotlight is a Luna moped, one that is more than 25 years old. Surprised? Once you read what Chandrasekhar Singh discovered you’ll never see the old-fashion Luna in the same light. Chandrasekhar Singh, an employee of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development and a photographer by passion, spotted a unique ride on the busy roads of Koti recently.

“The incident took place on Sunday. The Luna passed me in busy traffic and I was very curious when I saw it. I overtook the vehicle and stopped it. Ramulu, the rider, was patient and answered my questions with a smile,” says Chandrasekhar. “It was amazing to meet Ramulu and his old Luna moped which he has owned for more than 25 years. There were such fine detailing and intricate art work. I could see an eagle, a cow, a lion, a deer, few bells and even an antique mirror on the vehicle,” he says.

Ramulu, who runs a small shop selling puja related items, has spent more than Rs 15,000 on the moped, which had originally cost around '2,000 according to Chandrasekhar. “He even used 9 kg pure brass. He has changed and covered almost every part with brass,” he adds.

When on the road, the moped always manages to turn heads. “You just can’t miss it. In a conversation with Ramulu, I discovered that the bike was even featured in the Tollywood movie Andala Rakshasi. So, he does admit that he owns a celebrity figure,” says Chandrasekhar.