Tech Spec Evolution A top-end overhaul reverted the TNT R160’s 1131cc engine to its original, uninhibited state. Rivals Aprilia V4R Tuono, Ducati Streetfighter, MV Agusta Brutale, Triumph Speed Triple Tech Spec Price Approx. $20,000 Engine type l-c inline-triple Valve train DOHC, 12v Displacement 1131cc Bore x stroke 88.0 x 63.0mm Compression 12.5:1 Fuel system EFI Clutch Dry, multi-plate slipper Transmission 6-speed Claimed horsepower 158.0 bhp @ 10,000 rpm Claimed torque 88.5 lb.-ft. @ 8400 rpm Frame Steel trellis with aluminum swingarm pivot plates Front suspension Marzocchi 50mm fork with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Rear suspension Sachs shock with adjustable spring preload, compression and rebound damping Front brake Dual Brembo four-piston calipers, 320mm discs Rear brake Brembo two-piston caliper, 240mm disc Front tire 120/70ZR-17 Michelin Pilot Power Rear tire 190/50ZR-17 Michelin Pilot Power Rake/trail 24.5º/4.0 in. Seat height 31.9 in. Wheelbase 56.8 in. Fuel capacity 4.2 gal. Claimed curb weight 474 lbs. Colors White/red, red/gray Available na Warranty na Contact Benelli SpA Villa Berloni, Strada della Fornace Vecchia s.n., 61100 Pesaro, Italy www.benelliamerica.net Verdict 4 out of 5 stars Fierce, fast and fun—shame there's no U.S. importer! The dash is old-school but effective. The “Power Control” button on the left changes fuel maps: One is for use with a muffler insert, the other without.The dash is old-school but effective. The “Power Control” button on the left changes fuel Engine output is up 19 bhp compared to other TNT models. Benelli says it simply reversed the detune on the Tornado motor originally enacted in 2004Engine output is up 19 bhp compared to other TNT models. Benelli says it simply reversed t « | 1 | 2 | View Full Article By Alan Cathcart Enjoyed this Post? Subscribe to our RSS Feed, or use your favorite social media to recommend us to friends and colleagues!
