Benelli BN 125 2026: Learner legal Italian streetfighter style meets class-leading efficiency with fresh 2026 colour schemes
ᐧ Proven 125cc single-cylinder engine delivering smooth yet lively performance
ᐧ Contemporary styling featuring a steel trellis frame and four new colour options
ᐧ Lightweight platform with enhanced rider comfort and a 780mm seat height
ᐧ Excellent fuel economy: 1.7 litres per 100kms
The popular Benelli BN 125 continues to be the definitive entry point into the world of Italian motorcycling, offering a perfect blend of style, safety, and agility for urban and learner riders. For 2026 it boasts a completely new graphic design and fresh colour schemes and is available in UK dealerships starting at £2,599.
The heart of the 2026 model is the proven 125cc four-stroke, single-cylinder engine. This Euro 5+ compliant powerplant is engineered for smooth power delivery, producing 11.1 hp (8.2 kW) at 9,500 rpm and 10 Nm of torque at 7,000 rpm. With an extremely economical engine of 1.7 litres per 100kms, this combined with a 13.5 litre fuel tank provides BN riders with an extensive fuel range: ideal for both city traffic and longer blasts.
Designed in Pesaro, Italy, the BN 125 was launched in 2022 and balances Benelli’s historic heritage with the practical needs of modern city living. Consistently one of the UK’s biggest selling 125s since it was introduced and the fourth largest selling naked bike of all capacities in 2025 thanks to its potent mix of performance, styling and value. The BN 125 is also ergonomically accessible for riders of all builds, partly why it has also been adopted by many training schools.
Featuring a 780 mm seat height and a curb weight of 142 kg, the seat-footpeg-handlebar triangle has been optimised for control and long-term comfort. A span-adjustable front brake lever adds further rider personalisation and the rider interface is designed for ease of use and clarity, headlined by an LCD display showing engine revs, gear position, fuel range, trip counters and more.
The Benelli BN 125 features an eye-catching steel trellis frame that provides stability and agility, supported by 35 mm upside-down front forks and a rear monoshock adjustable for spring preload. Confident stopping power is ensured by a wave-pattern lightweight 260mm front disc and a 240mm rear disc, featuring a Combined Braking System (CBS) for safe and progressive deceleration. The 17-inch lightweight alloy wheels are fitted with 110/80 (front) and 130/70 (rear) tyres to provide agility along with great durability and for ease of maintenance, the BN 125 comes equipped with a centre stand.
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The BN 125 MY26 will be available in four striking new colours: Pure White, Midnight Black, Pastel Grey, and Blaze Yellow.
All Benelli Models come with 2 years, unlimited mileage warranty.
For more information and to find your nearest dealer visit www.benelli.co.uk
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About Benelli
Since its humble beginnings in 1911, Benelli has been synonymous with innovation and performance in the motorcycle world. Over the years, it has created iconic models and left an indelible mark on the history of motorcycling. With a legacy spanning more than a century, Benelli remains a benchmark for advanced design and technology, bringing Italian passion for motorcycles to every corner of the globe.
Centro Stile Benelli
The Centro Stile Benelli, established in 2015 in Pesaro, Italy, plays a crucial role in ensuring that all models feature innovative design concepts that stay true to Benelli’s heritage while embracing modern aesthetics. Chief Designer Stefano Casanova and his team are at the forefront of this creative process, bringing together the elegance and timelessness of the classical age with the power and dynamism of the modern world.
About Motogb
Benelli motorcycles are distributed in the UK by motogb. Motogb is a family owned business that has been supplying motorcycles and scooters in the UK for over 40 years and have been the UK distributor for Benelli products since 2017. From their Lancashire headquarters Motogb operates the largest motorcycle and scooter dealer network in the UK. Motogb are based at Fairclough House, Church St, Adlington, Chorley PR7 4E
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
