OFFICIAL: DSK-Benelli India launch scheduled on March 19, 2015

Typically Mondays are usually boring and most of us are hungover from the weekend. This time though it is a rather interesting day. Earlier today, we found out that BMW Motorrad plans to locally assemble some of its products. Now, we have received the official confirmation from DSK-Benelli about the launch dates of its products in India, scheduled on March 19, 2015! In fact, DSK-Benelli India will commence booking before the official launch. Customers in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Goa, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai and Pune can book Benelli motorcycles from March 10, 2015.

The five models which would be available for sale include the TNT 300, TNT 600 GT, TNT 600i, TNT 899 and TNT 1130. While the entry level 300 cc and 600 cc models would come as CKDs from China, the more premium 899 cc and 1,130 cc motorcycles would be imported from Italy and assembled at the company’s plant in Wai near Pune.

Benelli TNT 300

The entry level motorcycle from Benelli’s stable for the Indian market will be the 300cc, two-cylinder TNT 300. It’s would an ideal city motorcycle that would appeal to masses. The upside-down front fork and the single side monoshock at the rear adds to the premium look and feel of the motorcycle.

Click here to know how does the entry level Benelli TNT 300 stack up against the competition

Displacement	300cc
Engine	Liquid cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC Inline 2
Power @ RPM	37 hp @ 11,500 rpm
Torque @ RPM	27 Nm @ 9000 rpm
Bore/Stroke	65 x 45.2 mm
Compression	12:1
Fuel Injection	Electronic injection with twin ø 38 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6 Speed
Drive	Chain
Frame	Steel trestle
Front Suspension	Benelli ø 41 mm upside down forks with 115 mm stroke
Rear Suspension	Benelli shock 120 mm stroke
Front Brake	Twin ø 260 mm disc
Rear Brake	Single ø 240 mm disc
Front Tyre	120/70R17/C
Rear Tyre	160/60R17/C
Length	2115mm
Width	800mm
Height	1130mm
Wheelbase	1405mm
Seat Height	795mm
Weight	185kg
Fuel Capacity	16 litre
Available Colours	Orange or White

Benelli TNT 600 i

The Benelli TNT 600i will be the first inline four cylinder naked motorcycle to enter the Indian market. Powered by an inline four-cylinder 4 stroke engine, liquid cooled, double overhead camshaft and 4 valves for each cylinder, the 600i puts out 82 hp of power and 52 Nm of torque. Once launched, this motorcycle will compete against the recently launched Kawasaki ER-6n. The 600i will have an edge over the Kawasaki because of the inline four cylinder setup.

Click here to read our review of the Benelli TNT 600i

Click here to find out how does the Benelli 600i fare against the competition

Displacement	600cc
Engine	Liquid cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC Inline 4
Power	82 hp @ 11,500 RPM
Torque	52 Nm @ 10,500 RPM
Bore/Stroke	65 x 45.2 mm
Compression	11.5:1
Fuel Injection	Delphi electronic injection with four ø 38 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6 Speed
Drive	Chain
Frame	Front steel trestle and rear aluminium alloy casting
Front Suspension	Benelli ø 50 mm upside down forks with 120 mm stroke
Rear Suspension	Benelli shock 123 mm stroke
Front Brake	Twin ø 320 mm floating discs with radial mounted 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake	Single ø 260 mm disc with double piston caliper
Front Tyre	Metzeler Sportec 120/70 ZR17 58W
Rear Tyre	Metzeler Sportec 180/55 ZR17 73W
Length	2160mm
Width	800mm
Height	1180mm
Wheelbase	1430mm
Seat Height	800mm
Weight	208kg
Fuel Capacity	15 litre
Available Colours	Black, White or Red

Benelli TNT 600 GT

To add to the diversity to its product line up, DKS-Benelli India will also introduce a touring motorcycle to the list. The TNT 600 Gran Turismo has an in-line four-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled engine that delivers 82 hp of power and 55Nm of torque. The 600GT will compete against the Kawasaki Ninja 650. Premium looks and features along with an inline four cylinder setup would give the 600 GT an upper edge.

Click here to read our review of the Benelli TNT 600 GT

Displacement	600cc
Engine	Liquid cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC Inline 4
Power	82 hp @ 11,500 RPM
Torque	55 Nm @ 10.500 RPM
Bore/Stroke	65 x 45.2 mm
Compression	11.5:1
Fuel Injection	Delphi electronic injection with four ø 38 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6 Speed
Drive	Chain
Frame	Front Steel Tube Trellis Rear Aluminium Alloy Casting
Front Suspension	Benelli ø 50 mm upside down forks with 120 mm stroke
Rear Suspension	Benelli shock 123 mm stroke
Front Brake	Twin ø 320 mm floating discs with radial mounted 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake	Single ø 260 mm disc with double piston caliper
Front Tyre	Metzeler Sportec 120/70 ZR17 58W
Rear Tyre	Metzeler Sportec 180/55 ZR17 73W
Length	2150mm
Width	800mm
Height	1180mm
Wheelbase	1405mm
Seat Height	800mm
Weight	223kg
Fuel Capacity	27 litre
Available Colours	White

Benelli TNT 899

TNT 899 stands out for its sporty character. The engine three cylinders develop 120 hp of power and 88 nm of torque. The muscular design makes the TNT 899 an eye-candy. Once launched, the TNT 899 will compete against Kawasaki Z800 and Triumph Street Triple.

Click here to read our review of the Benelli TNT 899

Displacement	899cc
Engine	Liquid cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC Inline 3 with balancer shaft
Power	121 hp @ 11,500 RPM
Torque	88 Nm @ 10.500 RPM
Bore/Stroke	88 x 49 mm
Compression	12.5:1
Fuel Injection	Electronic injection with three ø 53 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6 Speed
Drive	Chain
Frame	Front steel trestle and rear aluminium alloy casting
Front Suspension	Marzocchi ø 50 mm upside down forks
Rear Suspension	Sachs shock 120 mm stroke
Front Brake	Twin ø 320 mm floating discs with radial mounted Brembo 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake	Single ø 240 mm wave disc with Brembo twin piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70-17 120/65-17
Rear Tyre	190/50-17 180/55-17
Length	2100mm
Width	790mm
Height	1050mm
Wheelbase	1443mm
Seat Height	830mm
Weight	202kg
Fuel Capacity	16 litre
Available Colours	White

Benelli TNT 1130R

The TNT 1130R replaces the R160 as the performance king in the Benelli stable. The 1131cc triple cylinder engine produces 158hp of power and 120 Nm of torque. The TNT 1130R is said to have an enticing character of this raw edged motorcycle.

Displacement	1131cc
Engine	Liquid cooled 4-stroke 4-valve DOHC inline 3 with balancer shaft
Power	158 hp @ 10,200 RPM
Torque	120 Nm @ 8,400 rpm
Bore/Stroke	88 x 62 mm
Compression	12.5:1
Fuel Injection	Electronic injection with three ø 53 mm throttle bodies
Transmission	6 Speed
Drive	Chain
Frame	Front steel trestle and rear aluminium alloy casting
Front Suspension	Marzocchi ø 50 mm upside down forks
Rear Suspension	ZF Sachs
Front Brake	Twin ø 320 mm floating wave discs with radial mounted Brembo monoblock 4 piston calipers
Rear Brake	Single ø 240 mm wave disc with Brembo twin piston caliper
Front Tyre	120/70-17 120/65-17
Rear Tyre	190/50-17 180/55-17
Length	2100mm
Width	790mm
Height	1050mm
Wheelbase	1443mm
Seat Height	830mm
Weight	202kg
Fuel Capacity	16 litre
Available Colours	White

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