BENELLI 125 2C (1978-1979) Specs, Performance & Photos

In 1979, the Italian motorcycle maker launched the Benelli 125 2C, a small displacement, entry-level motorcycle best suited for younger and less-experienced riders among Benelli's fans. The bike was produced for only one year.

In the visual department, the motorcycle packed standard features, such as a round headlight with a chromed housing, a chromed front fender, a one-piece dual seat, dual side-mounted rear shocks, a dual exhaust system with a silencer mounted on both sides, and wire-spoke wheels.

The 1979 Benelli 125 2C was powered by a 124cc two-stroke air-cooled twin-cylinder engine mounted underneath the fuel tank. It was fed by a Dell'Orto carburetor and delivered an output power of 17 hp with maximum strength at 8,000 rpm.

The power produced by the engine was handled by a five-speed manual transmission and was sent to the rear end via a final chain drive, launching the motorcycle to a top speed of 104 kph (65 mph).

For suspension, the motorcycle was fitted with a telescopic fork on the front and dual side-mounted shock absorbers on the rear, providing optimum suspension performance and handling capabilities.

In the braking department, the motorcycle packed a single brake disc clamped to a hydraulic caliper on the front wheel and a drum braking unit on the rear wheel, offering optimum stopping performance.