Benelli has extended its range with two new bigger-capacity flagship models – the TRK902 Xplorer and Stradale adventure bikes. The Chinese-built, Italian-styled pair have a new 904cc parallel twin engine, producing 92hp and 90Nm of torque, tuned to prioritise performance at low- and mid-range revs to suit the touring nature of the bikes. The tubular steel chassis is fitted with adjustable Marzocchi 43mm forks and a rear monoshock with remote adjustment for preload and damping, while braking is taken care of by Brembo radial calipers with cornering ABS, which can be deactivated for off-road use. Riding aids include three modes, traction control, cruise control, tyre pressure monitoring and a Quick Shift, and there’s more tech in the 7in TFT dashboard which adds Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity along with a dedicated app for navigation and mapping. The bikes are also fitted with radar technology which provides blind spot monitoring, rear collision warning and lane change assist, warning riders of close vehicles. Rider comfort aids include a heated seat, heated grips and adjustable screen – manual on the Xplorer, electric on the Stradale.
TRK902 StradaleThat’s what the two models have in common, where they differ is that the Xplorer is firmly in the dual-road camp, so it has aluminium spoked tubeless wheels, including a 19in front, fitted with Pirelli Scorpion Rally tyres, and extended suspension travel of 170mm. The Stradale is more road-focused, with 17in wheels and just 130mm of suspension travel, resulting in a lower seat height of 820mm.
Both models are available in three colours: Heron white, Pastel grey or Oxide green for the Stradale, which retails at £7699; Jungle Fog green, Dune Sea or Cement grey for the Xplorer, which retails for £7999, both plus OTR.
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