Positioned in Genuine Scooter's scooter motorcycle lineup, the 2025 Genuine Scooter Buddy 170i utilizes a 168.9 cc (10.3 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 11.2 HP (8.2 kW), transferring power to the rear wheel through a automatic gearbox and belt final drive. With a specific output of 66.3 HP per liter, the engine character is indicating a tractable, stress-free state of tune focused on everyday usability and broad torque delivery.
On the scales, the Buddy 170i measures 107 kg (236 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.1 HP/kg (9.55 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 749 mm (29.5 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,207 mm (47.5 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry. The 5.68-liter (1.5 US gal) fuel tank paired with a rated consumption of 2.35 L/100 km provides an estimated theoretical range of roughly 242 km (150 miles) between fill-ups, while factory top speed is listed at 89 km/h (55 mph).
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.
Specific Output
66.3 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.1 HP/kg (9.55 kg/HP)
Theoretical Range
~242 km (150 mi)
Engine
Displacement168.9 ccm (10.31 cubic inches)
Engine TypeSingle cylinder, four-stroke
Power11.2 HP (8.2 kW))
Compression10.5:1
Bore x Stroke61.0 x 57.8 mm (2.4 x 2.3 inches)
Fuel SystemInjection. Keihin
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
CoolingAir
Transmission
GearboxAutomatic
Final DriveBelt (final drive)
ClutchAutomatic
DrivelineCVT
Performance
Top Speed88.5 km/h (55.0 mph)
Fuel Consumption2.35 litres/100 km (42.6 km/l or 100.09 mpg)
Greenhouse Gases54.5 CO2 g/km. (CO2 - Carbon dioxide emission)
Chassis
Front SuspensionTelescopic fork
Rear SuspensionMonoshock
Wheelbase1207 mm (47.5 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre100/90-10
Rear Tyre100/90-10
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Weight incl.107.0 kg (235.9 pounds)
Seat Height749 mm (29.5 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
Overall Height1035 mm (40.8 inches)
Overall Length1778 mm (70.0 inches)
Overall Width645 mm (25.4 inches)
Fuel Capacity5.68 litres (1.50 US gallons)
Other
StarterElectric & kick
Color OptionsBrit Racing Green, Glossy Titanium, Matte Black, Mocha, Seafoam, Italia, Pamplona, Seafoam
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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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