Scooters
2008Benelli Velvet 150
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The 2008 Benelli Velvet 150 is a lightweight scooter designed for urban commuters and entry-level riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Powered by a reliable 150cc single-cylinder engine with automatic transmission, it offers easy handling and low maintenance. Known for its fuel efficiency and simplicity, the Velvet 150 suits cost-conscious riders navigating congested city streets.
- Capacity
- 149.9 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 122.0 kg
- Seat height
- 818 mm
- Power
- 12.0 HP (8.8 kW)
What’s new for the 2008 Benelli Velvet 150
vs the 2007| Spec | 2007 | 2008 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine capacity | 152.1 ccm (9.28 cubic inches) | 149.9 ccm (9.15 cubic inches) |
| Power | 16.0 HP (11.8 kW) | 12.0 HP (8.8 kW) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.70 litres (3.09 US gallons) | 12.00 litres (3.17 US gallons) |
| Front suspension | Ceriani leading axle telehydraulic fork, with aluminium sleeves, rod diam. 33 mm, wheel travel 97 mm | Hydraulic telescopic fork |
| Rear suspension | Engine casing acting as swing-arm, with extra support arm on the right side | Floating engine with double hydraulic rear dumper |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Single disc |
| Wheelbase | 1400 mm (55.1 inches) | 1460 mm (57.5 inches) |
| Cooling | Liquid | Air |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- It's built primarily for short urban commutes and errands rather than performance or long-distance riding.
- Built for
- A practical, unassuming city scooter with modest power that prioritizes convenience and maneuverability over excitement.
- Not ideal for
- This is not the right choice for riders seeking highway touring capability, passenger comfort on long trips, or any kind of 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
- 149.9 ccm
- Power
- 12.0 HP (8.8 kW)
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.0984 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 59.5 x 54.8 mm
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Carburettor
- Starting
- Electric & kick
- Ignition
- Electronic
- Valves per cylinder
- 2
- Lubrication system
- Wet crankcase
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1460 mm
- Overall length
- 1910 mm
- Overall height
- 1200 mm
- Seat height
- 818 mm
- Dry weight
- 122.0 kg
- Wet weight
- 129.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 12.00 litres
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Steel tresle with a double cradle in high tensile strength steel tube
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic telescopic fork
- Rear suspension
- Floating engine with double hydraulic rear dumper
- Front wheel travel
- 95 mm
- Rear wheel travel
- 75 mm
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 220 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-13
- Rear tyre
- 140/70-13
Other
- Color options
- Grey, black
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 | 2008 | 2010 | 2012 | 2014 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 152 cc | 150 cc | 150 cc | 152 cc | 152 cc |
| Dry weight | 122 kg | 122 kg | 123 kg | 122 kg | 122 kg |
| Seat height | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm | 818 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 11.7 L | 12 L | 12 L | 11.7 L | 11.7 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 150?
The 2008 Benelli Velvet 150 has a Capacity of 149.9 ccm (9.15 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Benelli Velvet 150 have?
The 2008 Benelli Velvet 150 has a Power of 12.0 HP (8.8 kW).
How much does the Benelli Velvet 150 weigh?
The 2008 Benelli Velvet 150 has a Dry weight of 122.0 kg (269.0 pounds).
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