Editing Benelli BX505 Enduro

{{Infobox Motorcycle
|name             = [[Benelli]] BX505
|image            = [[File:benelli-bx505-enduro-08-01.jpg|frameless|Benelli BX505]]
|aka              = BX505 Enduro, BX 505 Enduro
|manufacturer     = Benelli
|parent_company   =
|production       = 2008
|model_year       =
|predecessor      =
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|class            =
|engine           = Four stroke, single cylinder
|bore_stroke      =
|compression      = 11.5:1
|top_speed        =
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|torque           =
|fuel_system      =
|ignition         = Digital
|spark_plug       =
|battery          =
|transmission     = 6 Speed
|frame            = Aluminium alloy Perimeter with casting, moulded, extruded parts and structural carbon rods
|suspension       =Front: 50 mm Upside down fork, fully adjustable <br>
Rear: Sachs mono [[shock absorber]] fully adjustable
|brakes           =Front: Single 260mm disc, wave <br>Rear: Single 220 mm disc, wave
|front_tire       = {{tire|80/100-21}} 
|rear_tire   	  = {{tire|140/80-18}} 
|rake_trail       =
|wheelbase        = 1450 mm / 57.1
|length           =
|width            =
|height           =
|seat_height      = 960 mm / 37.8 in
|dry_weight       =
|wet_weight       =
|fuel_capacity    = 9 Litres / 2.4 US gal
|oil_capacity     =
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}}



==Engine==
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, single cylinder. The engine featured a 11.5:1 [[compression ratio]].  

==Drive==
Power was moderated via the Wet clutch, 7 steel disks.  

==Chassis==
It came with a 80/100-21 front [[tire]] and a 140/80-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 260mm disc, wave in the front and a Single 220 mm disc, wave in the rear. The front suspension was a  50 mm Upside down fork, fully adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Sachs mono shock absorber fully adjustable. The BX505 Enduro was fitted with a 9 Litres / 2.4 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1450 mm / 57.1 long.  
== Photos ==
[[File:benelli-bx505-enduro-08-01.jpg|600px|Benelli BX505]]
[[File:Benelli-BX505-Enduro--1.jpg|600px|Benelli BX505]]
[[File:Benelli-BX505-Enduro.jpg|600px|Benelli BX505]]

== Overview ==
Benelli BX 505 Enduro
















Out on the trails, there is simply nothing to stop the
Benelli BX 505 Enduro from making a damn good impression. From the first leg
swing over it to some six-gear accelerating action, the machine speaks about the
Italians intention to penetrate the Enduro market all over the world.

As soon as you are introduced to its narrow seat, motocross-like handlebars and
ergonomically positioned footpegs you know that this is no ordinary trail bike
or nothing like that. The idea was to create good accommodation so that the
biker would concentrate on the aggressive riding that he is doing, but isnt
that a little too close to motocross? I mean that there is no possibility to
ride the thing half a day without feeling that a razor blade splits you in half
and start searching for aftermarket seats that never let themselves found,
especially in the case of a motocrsorry, enduro bike.

But if you are more into hard enduro, the engine will feel like it was
especially designed to fulfill your riding needs. A real torque and horsepower
provider, the 505cc single cylinder four-stroke DOHC four titanium valves fuel
injected powerplant needs a single twist of the throttle to spin the rubber and
uncover the ground beneath the wet leaves. This happens when taking it hardly in
first gear, but quick take offs can easily be made also in second gear with an
even longer and continuous accelerating feel. The clutch is smooth engaging and
the gearbox is quite precise so it will be enjoyable to approach it like a dirt
bike. But when finding a straight piece of land and shifting an upper gear when
only wanting to make sure that youre riding in fifth, surprise! The sixth gear
wont harm anyone, but only take their enjoyment even further.

All through the rev range, this thumper will deliver the best it can: great
torque from down low, a powerful mid-range and never ending top. It is
definitely comparable to powerplants found on the Husky and KTM models and its
72 horses clearly say their heavy word.

Handling the 505 Enduro feels light, easy and very responsive thanks to the
bikes 26.5 degrees in rake. It seems that Benelli didnt intended to make a
clear difference between the BX 449 Cross and the Enduro model 505 BX so the
chassis is identical to the one found on its racing cousin.

Suspensions will be efficient, as expected, so that stability and consistency
reach the highest levels and end up defining endurance with their 310mm wheel
travel at both ends.

One truly great riding experience, the brand new Benelli BX 505 Enduro will
definitely be a great bike in anyones garage and a nice memory in the mind of
the test rider.
Conclusion
Having presented us the best of both worlds, the Italian manufacturer intends on
retaining the qualities of a motocrosser into an Enduro bike and that looks like
a great idea. It is indeed, that is if you dont feel like riding it for hours
and hours. The stylish looking Benelli BX 505 Enduro attracts and doesnt
disappoint, but the track would seem like its most appropriate riding space.



{|  class="wikitable"
|- 
!Make Model
|Benelli BX 505 Enduro
|- 
!Year
|2008
|- 
!Engine Type
|Four stroke, single cylinder
|- 
!Displacement
|505 cc / 30.8 cu in
|- 
!Bore X Stroke
|104 x 59,5 mm
|- 
!Compression
|11.5:1
|- 
!Cooling System
|Liquid cooled
|- 
!Lubrication
|Wet sump and reeds
|- 
!Induction
|Electronic injection-throttle body 42 mm
|- 
!Ignition
|Digital
|- 
!Starting
|Kick and electric
|- 
!Exhaust System
|With catalytic converter and oxygen sensor
|- 
!Clutch
|Wet clutch, 7 steel disks
|- 
!Max Power
|44.5 kW / 59.7 hp @ 8500 rpm
|- 
!Max Torque
|50 Nm / 5.1 kgf-m / 36.9 lb-ft @ 5750 rpm
|- 
!Transmission
|6 Speed
|- 
!Final Drive
|Chain
|- 
!Frame
|Aluminium alloy Perimeter with casting, moulded, extruded parts and structural carbon rods
|- 
!Rake
|26.5°
|- 
!Trail
|110 mm / 4.3 in
|- 
!Steering Angle
|45°/45°
|- 
!Front Suspension
|50 mm Upside down fork, fully adjustable
|- 
!Front Wheel Travel
|310 mm / 12.2 in
|- 
!Rear Suspension
|Sachs mono shock absorber fully adjustable
|- 
!Rear Wheel Travel
|310 mm / 12.2 in
|- 
!Front Brakes
|Single 260mm disc, wave
|- 
!Rear Brakes
|Single 220 mm disc, wave
|- 
!Front Rim
|1.6 x 21 in
|- 
!Rear Rim
|2.15 x 18 in
|- 
!Front Tire
|80/100-21
|- 
!Rear Tire
|140/80-18
|- 
!Dimensions
|Length: 2160 mm / 85.0 in Width: 810 mm / 31.9 in Height: 1240 mm / 48.8 in
|- 
!Wheelbase
|1450 mm / 57.1
|- 
!Seat Height
|960 mm / 37.8 in
|- 
!Weight
|110 kg / 243 lbs
|- 
!Fuel Capacity
|9 Litres / 2.4 US gal
|- 
!Review
|Top Speed

|}
== External Links ==
* http://www.topspeed.com

[[Category:Benelli motorcycles]]