At the heart of the 2007 Benelli Velvet 250 scooter motorcycle, Benelli utilizes a 249 cc (15.2 cu in) liquid-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 19.7 HP (14.4 kW) at 6,500 rpm while maximum torque reaches 23 Nm (17 lb-ft) at 5,750 rpm. With a specific output of 79.1 HP per liter and a 750 rpm working window between peak torque (5,750 rpm) and peak power (6,500 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 250 measures 146 kg (322 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.13 HP/kg (7.41 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 820 mm (32.3 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.
Within MotoLibrary's Benelli archive, this model family spans 4 indexed model years from 2007 to 2011, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Specific Output
79.1 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.13 HP/kg (7.41 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
5,750–6,500 rpm
Standover Height
820 mm (32.3 in)
Engine
Displacement249.0 ccm (15.19 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Engine DetailsSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power19.7 HP (14.4 kW)) @ 6500 RPM
Torque23.0 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 17.0 ft.lbs) @ 5750 RPM
Valves/Cylinder2
CoolingLiquid
Chassis
Frame TypeSteel tube framework
Front SuspensionTelegabel 97 mm
Rear SuspensionImpulse sentence rocker, two shock struts 90 mm
Wheelbase1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-13
Rear Tyre140/70-12
Front BrakesSingle disc
Front Brake Ø240 mm (9.4 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø220 mm (8.7 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.146.0 kg (321.9 pounds)
Seat Height820 mm (32.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Brakes
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Suspension
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