Italian brand Benelli releases new 300cc adventure bike! | EICMA 2024

The historic Benelli new model, the BKX300 series

The prestigious Italian motorcycle brand Benelli has released two new mid-size sports models that will inspire a sense of fun and adventure. The adventure-style BKX300 and the Terminator-style BKX300S share the same basic structure of frame, engine, suspension, and disc brakes, but with changes to the exterior trim and front and rear wheels, they offer different styling and riding feel.

Both bikes are based on a truss-shaped tubular frame and feature a strong double-under structure. The engine is a 292.4cc water-cooled, 4-stroke, single-cylinder, DOHC, 4-valve engine that complies with the new European exhaust gas regulations, Euro 5+. The transmission is a sporty 6-speed return type.

The bore diameter and stroke length are Φ78.0mm x 61.2mm, making it a short-stroke type (short-stroke engines generally generate power at high rpm, giving them sporty engine characteristics). It delivers a maximum output of 21.5kW (29.2ps) at 9,000rpm and a maximum torque of 24.5N・m at 7,000rpm.

The front suspension is an inverted Φ41mm front fork with adjustable preload and damping. The BKX300, designed for both on-road and off-road riding, has a stroke of 180mm, while the BKX125S, designed for on-road riding only, has a stroke of 150mm.

The rear suspension is a monoshock type that allows adjustment of preload and rebound. The BKX300, which is designed for both on-road and off-road riding, has a stroke of 180mm, while the BKX125S, which is designed for on-road riding only, has a stroke of 150mm.

The front and rear disc brakes are a combination of a Φ300mm petal-type disc rotor + 4-piston radial caliper in the front and a Φ240mm petal-type disc rotor + 2-piston caliper in the rear (2-channel ABS adopted).

Both models are equipped with a right-side up-type muffler with a large silencer, a USB port for convenient smartphone charging, an LCD meter with excellent visibility, and a 12-liter gasoline tank.

Benelli BKX300: A mid-size adventure bike with 19-inch front and 17-inch rear spoke wheels

The BKX300 is equipped with exterior components suitable for an adventure model, such as a large front fairing with an integrated tank cover and bush guards with integrated front turn signals.

The front and rear wheels are equipped with a spoke design that provides excellent flexibility, designed for both on-road riding on paved roads and off-road riding on uneven or sandy surfaces. The wheel diameters are 19 inches in the front and 17 inches in the rear, combining different diameters to achieve the style and ride unique to an adventure model. The front and rear tires are block pattern, with a 100mm wide 100/90-19 in the front and a 130mm wide 130/80-17 in the rear.

The stroke of the inverted Φ41mm front fork, which can be adjusted for preload, compression, and rebound, is set to a long specification of 180mm, 30mm longer than the BKX300S (150mm) designed for on-road riding.

Terminator spec Benelli BKX300 with 17-inch cast aluminum wheels

“Terminator” refers to a machine based on an off-road vehicle, with the suspension customized for on-road use. The BKX300S, finished in Terminator style, features a sharp front mask, a tank cover integrated shroud, and front turn signal integrated lever guards. It also features 17-inch aluminum cast wheels front and rear that are highly rigid and suitable for on-road riding.

The front and rear tires are road type tires suitable for paved roads, with the sizes being 110mm wide 110/70-17 in the front and 150mm wide 150/60-17 in the rear.

The stroke of the inverted Φ41mm front fork, which allows for adjustment of preload and damping, is set to 150mm, a short specification with excellent response, 30mm shorter than the BKX300 (180mm) designed for both on-road and off-road riding.

Benelli BKX300

Benelli BKX300S

Benelli BKX300 main specifications

Benelli BKX300S main specifications

The Benelli Leoncino 125, classified as a scrambler, also had excellent street performance.

Benelli, an Italian manufacturer with a long history, is currently produced by QJ Motor in China, and is releasing new models around the world. In Japan, Proto Co., Ltd. is the importer and distributor. There are currently eight models in the lineup, and the Leoncino is classified as a scrambler. There are currently two models available, a 250 and a 125, but this time we tried riding the 125 from the city to the suburbs. Photo: Tokunaga Shigeru Cooperation: Proto Co., Ltd. https://www.plotonline.com/benellimotorcycle/ Benelli Tokyo Nerima https://www.benelli-tokyo.jp/

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If I had to describe Benelli’s 125S moped in one word, it would be “chic Italian.” The car’s class is exquisite! The engine is also smooth!

The Benelli 125S is a full-size naked model equipped with 17-inch wheels front and rear. Demand is high overseas, and in recent years the popularity of the 50cc class has also increased in Japan. We test rode the Street Fighter Image machine, which has been introduced into this fiercely competitive field! REPORT: YOKOTA Kazuhiko PHOTO: SATO Malt’s

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Benelli releases a new 400cc bike! The Leoncino Bobber 400, a mid-size cruiser with a dry weight of 165kg | EICMA 2024

EICMA, the world’s largest motorcycle show, was held in Milan, Italy from November 5th to 10th, 2024. At this show, the prestigious Italian motorcycle brand Benelli unveiled their new mid-size cruiser model, the Leoncino Bobber 400. The twin-type engine, which complies with the new European exhaust gas regulations, Euro 5+, is a water-cooled, four-stroke, 60° V-twin, SOHC, four-valve engine with a displacement of 384.5cc. It produces a maximum output of 26.0kW (35.3ps) at 8,000rpm. The release date for the car in Japan has yet to be decided. REPORT: Kita Hideaki

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