Benelli India has revealed its plan to launch 7 BS6-compliant motorcycles by the end of this year. The model lineup will include the Benelli TRK 502, TRK 502X, Leoncino 250, Leoncino 500, 302S, 302R and TNT 600i. Recently, the Italian bikemaker rolled out the BS6 Benelli Imperiale 400 priced at Rs 1.99 lakh (ex-showroom).
The updated model is around Rs 20,000 more expensive than its BS4 version. The upcoming BS6 Benelli models are likely to get similar price hike. While the BS6-ready 500cc motorcycles are scheduled to launch this year, the 250-300cc models will come in early 2021. The BS6 Benelli TNT 600i and TRK 802 are likely to come sometime next year.
Recently, the India-bound Benelli TRK 800 ADV was spotted testing on foreign ground. The model will be first launched in the Chinese market as the SRB 750, followed by other makers (including India) as the Benelli TRK 800. The bike’s adventure model features a twin all-LED headlamp, a beak type design, a clear windscreen, a thick exhaust and luggage panniers. Suspension setup of the bike includes USD forks at the front and monoshock at rear. Braking is done by dual disc brakes upfront and a single disc brake at the rear.
At the heart of the Benelli TRK 800 ADV will be a 745cc, parallel-twin engine that’s tuned for generating power worth 76bhp and 67Nm of torque. Transmission duties will be carried over by a 6-speed gearbox. Some of its key highlights will include a coloured TFT instrument cluster, keyless ignition, multiple riding modes and more.
The Italian bikemaker has already confirmed that it’s working on multiple iterations of the Benelli Imperiale 400 with different capacity of engines. The new models will be positioned against the Royal Enfield motorcycles. More details on the upcoming Benelli bikes are likely to be revealed in near future. Stay tuned to IndiaCarNews.
