Built around Benelli's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2011 Benelli Velvet 150 pairs a 152 cc (9.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke architecture with road-focused gearing. Internal engine geometry specifies a 12.0:1 compression ratio.
On the scales, the Velvet 150 measures 129 kg (284 lbs) wet (curb). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 818 mm (32.2 in) seat height — resulting in a taller command-style riding posture suited to medium-to-tall inseams, combined with a 1,400 mm (55.1 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 11.7-liter (3.1 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 2006 to 2014, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
818 mm (32.2 in)
Engine
Displacement152.0 ccm (9.28 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsHorizontal cylinder
Compression12.0:1
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. PD26JC
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
IgnitionElectronic
CoolingAir
Transmission
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal
DrivelinePrimary V-bet, final gears
Performance
ExhaustWith catalytic converter
Chassis
Frame Typesteel, Trellis frame
Front SuspensionHydraulic telescopic fork
Rear SuspensionFloating engine with double hydraulic rear dumper
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R13
Rear Tyre140/70-R13
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight122.0 kg (269.0 pounds)
Weight incl.129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)
Seat Height818 mm (32.2 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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Suspension
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