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2015Benelli Pepe 50

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The 2015 Benelli Pepe 50 is a lightweight, easy-to-ride scooter ideal for commuters and new riders seeking affordable urban mobility. Its compact dimensions and low seat height make it accessible to riders of varying statures, while the optional 2-stroke engine delivers modest but practical performance. Best known for its retro styling and reliability, the Pepe 50 excels as an economical city runabout.

Capacity
49.0 ccm
Engine
Single, four-stroke
Gearbox
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Dry weight
93.0 kg
Seat height
770 mm
Power
4.8 HP (3.5 kW)

What’s new for the 2015 Benelli Pepe 50

vs the 2014
Spec20142015
Power 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) 4.8 HP (3.5 kW)
Torque 4.2 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM 4.2 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.1 ft.lbs)
Dry weight 81.0 kg (178.6 pounds) 93.0 kg (205.0 pounds)
Front suspension Hydraulic telescopic fork Cartridge fork
Rear suspension Floating engine with hydraulic rear dumper Monshock
Other years 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016

How it rides

Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested
Speed 7Agility 69Comfort 40Off-road 5Touring 10Road manners 35
Off-road & trail5%
Cornering30%
City riding85%
Daily riding55%
Touring8%
Two-up15%
Track2%
Best for
It's built for short urban hops like commuting to work, running errands, or nipping to the shops rather than any kind of performance riding.
Built for
It has a friendly, retro-styled personality that prioritizes practicality, fuel economy, and effortless everyday usability over excitement.
Not ideal for
It is not suitable for anyone wanting highway speeds, long-distance touring, a passenger companion, or any off-road capability.

Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.

Will it fit you?

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At 770mm, a rider of 68.9" with a 31" (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with both feet flat on the 2015 Benelli Pepe 50, with a moderate knee angle of around 95 degrees and a slightly forward riding position.

Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated. This is an approximation from category-typical geometry, not a measurement of this bike or of you - sit on one before you buy.

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Full specifications

Engine
Capacity
49.0 ccm
Power
4.8 HP (3.5 kW)
CO2 Emissions
2 CO2 g/km
Torque
4.2 Nm (0.4 kgf-m)
Engine type
Single, four-stroke
Power/weight ratio
0.0516 HP/kg (dry)
Bore x stroke
37.0 x 46.4 mm
Compression
7.5:1
Cooling system
Air
Fuel system
Carburettor
Starting
Electric
Ignition
Electronic, with capacitive discharge
Valves per cylinder
4
Lubrication system
Forced lubrication
Transmission
Transmission type
Automatic
Final drive
Belt
Clutch
Wet, cable operated
Dimensions & weight
Wheelbase
1285 mm
Overall length
1875 mm
Overall width
710 mm
Seat height
770 mm
Dry weight
93.0 kg
Wet weight
98.0 kg
Fuel capacity
7.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
Frame
Double single beam, in high resistance ALS steel tubes, welded in robotized block with cataphoresis treatment
Front suspension
Cartridge fork
Rear suspension
Monshock
Front wheel travel
85 mm
Rear wheel travel
55 mm
Brakes & wheels
Front brakes
Single disc
Front brakes diameter
220 mm
Rear brakes
Expanding brake (drum brake)
Rear brakes diameter
110 mm
Front tyre
2.50-16
Rear tyre
2.75-16
Other
Color options
Black, white, cream
Comments
Optional 2-stroke engine.

Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.

What changed, year to year

Differences highlighted
Specification 200720092012201420152016
Capacity 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc 49 cc
Dry weight 81 kg 82 kg 81 kg 81 kg 93 kg 93 kg
Seat height 720 mm 720 mm 770 mm 770 mm 770 mm 770 mm
Fuel capacity 7.5 L 7.5 L 7.5 L 7.5 L 7.5 L 6 L

Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.

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Common questions

What is the engine size of the Benelli Pepe 50?

The 2015 Benelli Pepe 50 has a Capacity of 49.0 ccm (2.99 cubic inches).

What engine power does the Benelli Pepe 50 have?

The 2015 Benelli Pepe 50 has a Power of 4.8 HP (3.5 kW).

What is the torque of the Benelli Pepe 50?

The 2015 Benelli Pepe 50 has a Torque of 4.2 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.1 ft.lbs).

How much does the Benelli Pepe 50 weigh?

The 2015 Benelli Pepe 50 has a Dry weight of 93.0 kg (205.0 pounds).

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