Benelli TRK 800 expands offerings in the adventure space further

2022 Benelli TRK800


Benelli has been getting stronger after being re-established and it seems that Italian riders don’t even seem to mind that the brand is now made in China rather than in their homeland. 15,000 models have been sold in Italy since the brand was reborn, including 6500 units from the original 500 powered TRK platform which is a top seller in Italy. Modern Benelli sales in Europe have eclipsed 35,000.

The 2022 Benelli TRK800 at EICMA

A new TRK 800 debuted at EICMA that promises to be a step up from the original LAMS-legal TRK 502, offering more performance and a higher level of general specification.

The 2022 Benelli TRK800 at EICMA

With the TRK 502 available now for $9,990 ride-away, the new 800 version is likely to offer a similarly competitive package, although rivals such as the more powerful KTM 790 powered CFMoto 800MT is likely to provide some stiff competition.

The 2022 Benelli TRK800 offers a big step up from the TRK 502

The TRK 800 will maintain the adventure styling queues of the TRK 502 and adds full LED lighting, including DRLs, with double arched headlights.

Power output is 76.2 hp or 56 kW and the bike is Euro5

Powering the TRK 800 is the 754 cc twin-cylinder powerplant – liquid-cooled – that was already seen in the Leoncino 800. Performance is 76.2 hp or 56 kW, while torque peaks at 67 Nm at 6500 rpm. In comparison the 500s offer 35 kW.

The TRK 800 also runs a trellis steel frame with Marzocchi 50 mm USD forks, fully adjustable, and featuring a generous 170 mm of travel. An aluminium swingarm is mated to a central monoshock with preload and rebound damping, with 171 mm rear travel.

Marzocchi provide the 50 mm fully adjustable forks

Brembo provide the braking system, with dual 320 mm semi-floating rotors and four-piston calipers. On the rear is a 260 mm rotor, with a single-piston caliper. Both are backed by ABS.

In tune with the adventure theme is the aluminium alloy spoked wheels with tubeless rims, running a 19-inch front and 17-inch rear, clad in 110/80 and 150/70 rubber respectively.

Spoked wheels are also featured with Benelli saying rims are tubeless

Other features include an adjustable fairing and hand guards for strong wind protection, while the seat is kept slim but spacious for an easy reach to the ground, while retaining comfort. Grab rails for the pillion or to be used as tie-down points along with a centre-stand are standard.

A pillion grab rail on the TRK 800 joins a comfort orientated seat

A 22-litre fuel tank offers a generous range, while a high tech 7-inch TFT display is what you’d expect on a premium adventure machine.

2022 Benelli TRK 800

Other points of note for the new TRK 800 are Euro5 compliance, claimed fuel consumption of 4.6L per 100 km for a 400 km+ range, slip and assist clutch and Delphi ECU.

2022 Benelli TRK 800

Seat height is a fairly manageable 834 mm for an adventure machine, with 211 mm of ground clearance and the bike will take a max load of 214 kg. The one figure that stands out is the 226 kg weight figure, which is actually quoted as the dry mass, meaning the bike will tip the scales at more than 240 kg when ready to ride.

2022 Benelli TRK 800

The Benelli TRK 800 is due in the second half of 2022, with pricing yet to be released, however Benelli Australia are encouraging riders to register their interest now at the Benelli Australia contact form.

2022 Benelli TRK 800

2022 Benelli TRK800 Specifications

2022 Benelli TRK800 Specifications
Engine In line 2 cylinders, 4-stroke, liquid cooled, 4 valves for cylinder double
Capacity 754 cc
Bore x stroke 88 x 62 mm
Compression 11.5:1
Power 56,0 kW (76,2 Cv) @ 8500 rpm
Torque 67 Nm (6,8 kgm) @ 6500 rpm
Lubrication Forced lubrication with wet sump
Fuel supply Electronic fuel injection with double throttle body Ø43 mm
Exhaust With catalytic converter and oxygen sensors
Clutch Multi discs servo-assist and slipper wet clutch
Gearbox 6 speeds
Final drive Chain drive
ECU Delphi MT05.3
Frame Trestle steel tubes with plates
Fork Upside-down forks Ø 50mm with adjustable hydraulic brake rebound,compression and spring preload
Shock Aluminum rear swing arm with central shock absorber spring preload and hydraulic rebound brake adjustable
Front brake Twin semi-floating disk ø320 mm, mono block radial calliper 4 pistons, ABS
Rear brake Single disc ø260 mm with double piston and ABS
Wheels Spoked wheel tubeless type with rim and hub in Aluminum alloy, 19in x MT3.00 DOT -D, 17in x MT4.25 DOT – D
Tyres 110/80 R 19 M/C 59V, 150/70 R 17 M/C 69V
Length 2240 mm
Width 927 mm
Height 1408 mm
Wheelbase 1528 mm
Ground clearance 211 mm
Seat height 834mm
Dry weight 226 kg
Load (max) 214 kg
Fuel capacity 22 L
2022 Benelli TRK 800
2022 Benelli TRK 800
2022 Benelli TRK 800

Source: MCNews.com.au

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