Benelli 302R: history, specs, pictures

Benelli 302R
Manufacturer	Benelli
Production	2018 - 2019
Predecessor	Benelli Tornado 302
Engine	Parallel twin, DOHC, 8 valves
Compression ratio	12.0:1
Horsepower	37.15 HP (27.7 KW) @ 11000RPM
Torque	18.88 ft/lbs (25.6 Nm) @ 9750RPM
Ignition	ECU
Spark Plug	NGK CR8E
Transmission	6-Speed
Frame	Steel tube trellis frame
Suspension	Front: 41 mm USD fork, adjustable Rear: Swingarm with monoshock, spring preload adjustable
Brakes	Front: Dual 260 mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers Rear: Single 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS
Front Tire	110/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	150/60-ZR17
Wheelbase	55.51 inches (1410 mm)
Length	84.65 inches (2150 mm)
Width	29.92 inches (760 mm)
Height	43.9 inches (1115 mm)
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in
Weight	180 kg / 397 lbs (dry), 209.0 kg (wet)
Fuel Capacity	14 Liters / 3.7 US gal
Related	Benelli BN302 Benelli Tornado 302
Manuals	Service Manual

The Benelli 302 R was a in-line four, four-stroke standard produced by Benelli in 2019. Max torque was 18.88 ft/lbs (25.6 Nm) @ 9750 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 37.15 HP (27.7 KW) @ 11000 RPM.

Engine

The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Parallel twin, DOHC, 8 valves. The engine featured a 12.0:1 compression ratio.

Drive

Power was moderated via the Wet clutch.

Chassis

It came with a 110/70-ZR17 front tire and a 150/60-ZR17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Dual 260 mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers in the front and a Single 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS in the rear. The front suspension was a 41 mm USD fork, adjustable while the rear was equipped with a Swingarm with monoshock, spring preload adjustable. The 302R was fitted with a 14 Liters / 3.7 US gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 180 kg / 397 lbs. The wheelbase was 1410 mm / 55.5 in long.

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Overview

Benelli re-launched the Tornado 302, under a new name, the Benelli 302R. Little seems to have changed in the past two years, aside from a new graphics package on the bodywork and Euro4 compliance. The Benelli 302R is based on the naked TNT 300 motorcycle, but gets a host of changes. The new fairing is all new and gives it a complete new style. More prominent is the twin headlamp setup, while the color scheme takes inspiration from the colors of the Italian flag. It comes with split seats, LED tail lights and clear lens indicators. The bike also gets clip-on handlebars and repositioned foot pegs for a more aggressive riding position. There is now a side mounted exhaust with a dual end-can. The bike also gets an analog-digital instrument cluster, as well as an all-new Trellis frame, parts of which remain exposed despite the side fairing. The chassis makes way for 50:50 weight distribution, while there is also a new swingarm. Power on the Benelli 302R comes from the BS-IV compliant 300 cc parallel-twin, liquid cooled engine taken from the TNT 300. The twin-pot motor produces 38 bhp of power and 26 Nm of peak torque, while paired to a 6-speed gearbox. Benelli says the gear ratios have been altered for improved power output. The suspension setup includes 41 mm Upside Down (USD) forks up front and a monoshock setup at the rear, while braking performance comes from the 260 mm dual discs up front and a 220 mm single disc at the rear. Dual channel ABS comes as standard. The Benelli 302R will be offered in three color options - White Rosso, Red Nero, and Silver Verde.

Specifications

Make Model.	Benelli 302R
Year	2018
Engine Type	Parallel twin, DOHC, 8 valves
Displacement	300 cc / 18.3 cu in
Bore X Stroke	65 x 42.5 mm
Compression	12.0:1
Cooling System	Liquid cooled
Lubrication	Wet sump
Exhaust	With catalytic converter and oxygen sensors, Euro 4 compliant
Induction	EFI with 37 mm throttle body
Ignition	ECU
Spark Plug	NGK CR8E
Starting	Electric
Max Power	28.3 kW / 38 hp @ 12000 rpm
Max Torque	26 Nm / 2.8 kgf-m @ 9000 rpm
Clutch	Wet clutch
Transmission	6-Speed
Final Drive	Chain
Frame	Steel tube trellis frame
Front Suspension	41 mm USD fork, adjustable
Front Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Rear Suspension	Swingarm with monoshock, spring preload adjustable
Rear Wheel Travel	120 mm / 4.7 in
Front Brakes	Dual 260 mm floating discs, 4-piston calipers
Rear Brakes	Single 240 mm disc, 2-piston caliper, ABS
Front Wheel	MT 2.75 x 17 in DOT, Aluminum alloy
Rear Wheel	MT 4.00 x 17 in DOT, Aluminum alloy
Front Tire	110/70-ZR17
Rear Tire	150/60-ZR17
Dimensions	Length: 2175 mm / 85.6 in Width: 746 mm / 29.4 in Height: 1146 mm / 45.1 in
Wheelbase	1410 mm / 55.5 in
Ground Clearance	180 mm / 7.1 in
Seat Height	790 mm / 31.1 in
Dry Weight	180 kg / 397 lbs
Fuel Capacity	14 Liters / 3.7 US gal

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