Engineered by Benelli for the scooter motorcycle segment, the 2014 Benelli Velvet 150 utilizes a 152 cc (9.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 10.6 HP (7.7 kW) at 7,750 rpm while maximum torque reaches 10.5 Nm (7.7 lb-ft) at 6,000 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 69.7 HP per liter and a 1,750 rpm working window between peak torque (6,000 rpm) and peak power (7,750 rpm), the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Velvet 150 measures 129 kg (284 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.08 HP/kg (12.17 kg per horsepower). 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.
Specific Output
69.7 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.08 HP/kg (12.17 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
6,000–7,750 rpm
Standover Height
818 mm (32.2 in)
Engine
Displacement152.0 ccm (9.28 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsHorizontal cylinder
Power10.6 HP (7.7 kW)) @ 7750 RPM
Torque10.5 Nm (1.1 kgf-m or 7.7 ft.lbs) @ 6000 RPM
Compression12.0:1
Bore x Stroke57.6 x 57.8 mm (2.3 x 2.3 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. PD26JC
Fuel ControlOverhead Cams (OHC)
LubricationWet crankcase
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic centrifugal
DrivelinePrimary V-bet, final gears
Performance
ExhaustWith catalytic converter
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel trestle with a double cradle in high tensile strength steel tube
Front SuspensionHydraulic telescopic fork
Front Travel95 mm (3.7 inches)
Rear SuspensionFloating engine with double hydraulic rear dumper
Rear Travel75 mm (3.0 inches)
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-R13
Rear Tyre140/70-R13
Front BrakesSingle disc. Floating double piston calliper
Front Brake Ø241 mm (9.5 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc. Two opposed pistons
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight122.0 kg (269.0 pounds)
Weight incl.129.0 kg (284.4 pounds)
Power/Weight0.0869 HP/kg
Seat Height818 mm (32.2 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Power
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Seat Height
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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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Transmission
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