| Battery & Range | - Fuel tank capacity 4.6 litres
- Claimed city mileage up to ~50 km/l
| - Fuel tank capacity 16 L shared across all trims
- Real-world mileage ~40–45 km/l with dual disc weight
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| Motor Power & Drivetrain | - 124cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 2-valve, air-cooled FI engine
- Max power 8.5 PS @ 7500 rpm
- Max torque 9.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
- Euro 4 certified engine
- CVT automatic transmission
- Electric and kick starter system
| - 159.7 cc SI, 4-stroke, air-cooled, SOHC, carburetor engine
- Maximum power 11.19 kW @ 8500 rpm same as single disc
- Maximum torque 13.08 Nm @ 6000 rpm
- 2 valves per cylinder, 5-speed gearbox
- Double cradle Synchro Stiff frame
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| Wheelbase & Ground Clearance | - Wheelbase 1270 mm
- Ground clearance 135 mm
| - Wheelbase 1300 mm
- Ground clearance 180 mm
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| Dimensions | - Scooter kerb weight 104 kg
- Length 1820 mm
- Width 685 mm
- Height 1125 mm
| - Length 2085 mm
- Width 730 mm
- Height 1105 mm
- Saddle height 790 mm
- Kerb weight ~140–141 kg; slightly higher than single disc
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| Cargo | - Underseat storage suited for daily essentials; no official volume (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
- Flat floorboard adds usable cargo space
| - No dedicated cargo; can fit rear carrier aftermarket
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| Comfort & Interior | - Leather-finished comfortable seat
- Telescopic front fork suspension
- Rear single shock coil spring, oil-damped
- Ergonomics tuned for city commuting
| - Same suspension setup: telescopic front, MIG rear
- Ergonomic seat and clip-on handlebar for sporty comfort
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| Infotainment & Convenience | - Full LED lighting set
- Engine kill switch provided
- Hazard light switch included
- Analog-digital instrument cluster; basic readouts
| - SmartXonnect Bluetooth with app-based features
- Digital-analog cluster with gear indicator, top speed recall
- Lap timer and 0–60 timer functions
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| Safety | - Front disc brake with 190 mm rotor
- Front disc uses dual-piston calipers
- Rear 130 mm drum brake
- 12-inch wheels front and rear
- Tyres: 100/90-12 front, 110/90-12 rear
- No ABS mentioned officially (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
| - Front 270 mm petal disc brake
- Rear 200 mm petal disc brake on dual disc variant
- Single-channel ABS likely on front
- Tubeless tyres: 90/90-17 front, 120/70-17 rear
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| Design & Exterior | - Neo-retro design with classic styling cues
- Complete LED headlamp, tail-lamp and indicators
- Available colors: white, black, blue, yellow
- Plastic body panels; city-focused build
| - Same LED headlamp with signature DRLs
- Dual disc setup visually sportier
- Multiple colour options including racing-inspired graphics
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| Sales & Imports | - Introduced in Nepal as Panarea 125 EFI scooter
- Only Benelli scooter currently offered in Nepal
- Initial price Rs 334,900 at launch
- Revised price Rs 2,99,900 on-road
- Marketed by KTM International as neo-retro premium scooter
| - Sold via TVS Nepal dealerships nationwide
- Price typically ~NPR 10,000 above single disc
- Sourced from India production; carburetor spec for Nepal
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| Value for Money Verdict | - Price cut improved value versus other 125cc scooters
- Premium features at competitive sub-3 lakh pricing
- Fuel economy acceptable for city, not class-leading
- Brand image weaker than Japanese rivals affects resale
| - Better braking performance with rear disc for small price premium
- Good choice for riders prioritizing safety and performance
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| Pros | - Distinctive neo-retro styling stands out in segment
- Full LED lights, hazard switch, kill switch as premium touches
- Comfortable leather-finished seat for city rides
- Smooth CVT and refined engine for urban use
- Competitive revised price Rs 2.99 lakh
| - Rear disc improves stopping power and feel
- Modern features including LED and connectivity
- Proven Apache chassis and handling
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| Cons | - No ABS; braking tech behind some rivals (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
- Service and parts network narrower than Honda/TVS
- Fuel tank only 4.6L limits long-range touring
- Brand reliability perception lower than Japanese scooters
| - Still carbureted vs BS6 FI in India
- Likely lacks dual-channel ABS; only front ABS
- Slightly higher weight vs single disc
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