Scooters
2006Benelli Velvet 125
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The 2006 Benelli Velvet 125 is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking economical, easy-to-ride transportation. Powered by a liquid-cooled 124cc single-cylinder engine with automatic transmission, it prioritizes simplicity and fuel efficiency. Known for its accessible seat height and manageable weight, the Velvet 125 suits riders seeking practical city mobility.
- Capacity
- 124.1 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 122.0 kg
- Seat height
- 818 mm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily as an urban commuter scooter for short hops through traffic rather than performance or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, unpretentious city runabout with a stylish retro-inspired look, prioritizing ease of use over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- Not a good fit for riders wanting highway touring capability, high-speed performance, or any off-road use.
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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- Capacity
- 124.1 ccm
- Power
- 15.0 HP (11.0 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1230 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 53.7 x 54.8 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Liquid
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric
- Ignition
- Electronic, capacitive discharge, spark gap 0,5-0,6
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic centrifugal
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1400 mm
- Overall length
- 1875 mm
- Seat height
- 818 mm
- Dry weight
- 122.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 11.70 litres
- Reserve fuel capacity
- 1.50 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Triangular trellis with extra double cradle, in high-tensile steel tubing, welded in robotized block. Steering head inclination 26°
- Front suspension
- Ceriani leading axle telehydraulic fork, with aluminium sleeves, rod diam. 33 mm, wheel travel 97 mm
- Rear suspension
- Engine casing acting as swing-arm, with extra support arm on the right side
- Rear wheel travel
- 127 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake (drum brake)
- Front tyre
- 120/70-13
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-12
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 | 2006 | 2007 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc | 124 cc |
| Dry weight | 122 kg | 122 kg | 122 kg | 123 kg | 122 kg |
| Seat height | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.7 L | 11.7 L | 12 L | 12 L | 12 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 Velvet 125?
The 2006 Benelli Velvet 125 has a Capacity of 124.1 ccm (7.57 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Benelli Velvet 125 have?
The 2006 Benelli Velvet 125 has a Power of 15.0 HP (11.0 kW).
How much does the Benelli Velvet 125 weigh?
The 2006 Benelli Velvet 125 has a Dry weight of 122.0 kg (269.0 pounds).
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