Benelli Pepe LX - 2006 Specifications and Reviews
The 2006 Benelli Pepe LX is a lightweight 49cc scooter designed for urban commuters and novice riders seeking affordable, practical transportation. Powered by a simple air-cooled single-cylinder two-stroke engine with automatic centrifugal clutch, it excels in city environments where its compact size and manageable weight provide excellent maneuverability. Known for reliable, economical performance and ease of use, the Pepe LX remains an accessible entry point into scooter ownership.
2006
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Automatic centrifugal |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Belt |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Lubrication system | Separate with automatic mixing |
| Starter | Electric & kick |
| Fuel control | SOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Dellorto PHVA 12 mm. |
| Bore x stroke | 40.0 x 39.2 mm (1.6 x 1.5 inches) |
| Stroke | 2 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder |
| Capacity: | 49.20 ccm (3.00 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Wheelbase | 1,260 mm (49.6 inches) |
| Overall length | 1,875 mm (73.8 inches) |
| Seat height | 740 mm (29.1 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
| Dry weight | 81.0 kg (178.6 pounds) |
Benelli Pepe LX dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear suspension | Engine acting as an oscillating swing-arm |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork |
| Frame type | Double single beam, in high resistance ALS steel tubes, welded in robotized block with cataphoresis treatment |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Reserve fuel capacity | 1.50 litres (0.40 gallons) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.50 litres (1.98 gallons) |
| Category | Scooter |
| Year | 2006 |
| Model | Benelli Pepe LX |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
Best For
Track5%
City90%
Cornering40%
Daily Riding75%
Touring15%
Passenger25%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This scooter suits complete beginners and casual riders needing simple, low-stress transportation. |
| Purpose | It is built for short urban hops, errands, and light commuting rather than any performance riding. |
| Rider Fit | Its low seat height and light dry weight make it accessible and easy to manage for riders of almost any size or strength. |
| Character | It has a friendly, practical, no-drama personality focused purely on convenience. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not suitable for highway travel, long-distance touring, or anyone seeking speed or excitement. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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