Built around Genuine Scooter's scooter motorcycle platform, the 2021 Genuine Scooter Buddy 170i features a 168.9 cc (10.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke configuration.
On the scales, the Buddy 170i measures 110.2 kg (243 lbs) dry. Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 762 mm (30 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops.
Within MotoLibrary's Genuine Scooter archive, this model family spans 3 indexed model years from 2012 to 2025, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
762 mm (30 in)
Engine
Displacement168.9 ccm (10.31 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Fuel SystemInjection. EFI
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic
DrivelineAutomatic, Variable Ratio
Performance
Top Speed88.5 km/h (55.0 mph)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-10
Rear Tyre100/90-10
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight110.2 kg (243.0 pounds)
Seat Height762 mm (30.0 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1092 mm (43.0 inches)
Overall Length1778 mm (70.0 inches)
Overall Width645 mm (25.4 inches)
Other
StarterElectric
Color OptionsBrit Racing Green, Glossy Titanium, Matte Black, Mocha, Seafoam, Italia, Pamplona
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Seat Height
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Weight
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Brakes
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Suspension
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Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
