At the heart of the 2008 Benelli Pepe 50 scooter motorcycle, Benelli relies on a 49.2 cc (3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke powerplant. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 3.6 HP (2.6 kW) at 6,250 rpm while maximum torque reaches 4.2 Nm (3.1 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) with a 7.5:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Pepe 50 measures 82 kg (181 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 720 mm (28.3 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,260 mm (49.6 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 7.5-liter (2 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Benelli archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 2007 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Power Band Window
6,000–6,250 rpm
Standover Height
720 mm (28.3 in)
Engine
Displacement49.2 ccm (3.00 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, two-stroke
Power3.6 HP (2.6 kW)) @ 6250 RPM
Torque4.2 Nm (0.4 kgf-m or 3.1 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression7.5:1
Bore x Stroke40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches)
Fuel SystemCarburettor
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Chassis
Wheelbase1260 mm (49.6 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre2.50-16
Rear Tyre2.75-16
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Rear Brake Ø110 mm (4.3 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight82.0 kg (180.8 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0441 HP/kg
Seat Height720 mm (28.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Weight
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
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Transmission
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