Honda Forza Z vs Benelli Velvet 250 (2014)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Honda Forza Zstacks up against the Benelli Velvet 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecHonda Forza ZBenelli Velvet 250
Model year20142011
Price
Engine248 cc248 cc
Horsepower22 hp
Torque22 Nm
Weight201 kg136 kg
Seat height30 mm32 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle discSingle disc
Tires110/90-13 / 140/70-13 120/70-ZR13 / 140/70-ZR12

Honda Forza Z vs Benelli Velvet 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Honda Forza Z and the Benelli Velvet 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Honda Forza Z brings 22 hp in a 201 kg package, while the Benelli Velvet 250 counters with its own power figure at 136 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: