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Benelli 502C

Benelli 502C is a cruiser bike available at a starting price of Rs. 5,85,000 in India. It is available in 1 variant and 3 colours. It is powered by a 500 cc BS6 engine. It comes with both front and rear disc brakes.

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Key specs
  • Displacement500 cc
  • Transmission6 Speed Manual

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502C Standard

 5,85,000Avg. Ex-showroom price Disc Brakes, Alloy Wheels

Benelli 502C Summary

502C key highlights

Engine Capacity 500 cc
Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Kerb Weight 216 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity 21 litres
Seat Height 750 mm
Max Power 46.8 bhp

About 502C

Benelli 502C is a cruiser bike available at a starting price of Rs. 5,85,000 in India. It is available in only 1 variant and 3 colours. The Benelli 502C is powered by 500cc BS6 engine which develops a power of 46.8 bhp and a torque of 46 Nm. With both front and rear disc brakes, Benelli 502C comes up with anti-locking braking system. This 502C bike weighs 216 kg and has a fuel tank capacity of 21 liters.

The Benelli 502C gets a sport-cruiser design language that is highlighted by the wide handlebar and forward set foot controls. Its large fuel tank sits on an exposed trellis frame, and the chopped rear section looks clean. Apart from that, it also gets a distinctive-looking full-LED headlamp that completes its styling. It is available in two colours- Matte Cognac Red and Matte Black.

Powering the Benelli 502C is a 500cc, parallel-twin engine that is also used in the Leoncino 500 and TRK 502. This motor churns out 46.8bhp at 8,500rpm and 46Nm at 6,000rpm, and comes mated to a six-speed gearbox.

As for features, the Benelli 502C comes with full-LED lighting, a large 21.5-litre fuel tank, dual-channel ABS and a fully-digital instrument cluster as standard. The suspension duties are taken care of by upside-down forks up front with 135mm of travel and a monoshock at the rear with 50mm of travel. As for braking, it uses a pair of 280mm discs at the front and a 240mm disc at the rear accompanied by a dual-channel ABS.

The motorcycle competes against the Kawasaki Vulcan S in the country.
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Benelli 502C Expert Opinion

  • Good Things

    • Looks aesthetically pleasing
    • Gets massive 21-litres fuel tank
    • 500cc engine churns out decent torque
  • Could be Better

    • Lacks pillion seating comfort
    • Misses out on some modern features
    • Limited sales, service reach

BikeWale's Take

The 502C is a new cruiser from Benelli. The company positions it as an urban motorcycle. The 502C looks quite nice when it comes to styling. While it does resemble the Ducati Diavel, it manages to exhibit its own aesthetic aspects. The motor churns out decent performance. Being a Benelli, the bike isn’t present in many cities due to limited sales and service reach. 

Benelli 502C Review

Read on to know if the Benelli 502C lives up to the “Urban Cruiser” name and if it is worth the Rs 5 lakh price tag it comes with.

Introduction

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Benelli says that it sees heavy potential in the 250cc to 500cc motorcycle segment in India. Its current line-up also holds on to that statement. The brand has the Imperiale 400, Leoncino 500 and the TRK 502 range catering to different masses and it recently introduced a cruiser to the mix in the form of the 502C

And since Benelli handed us the motorcycle to sample over a couple of days, we rode the 502C extensively in and around the city. We also added some kilometres on the odo riding on the open highway.

Read on to know if the Benelli 502C lives up to the “Urban Cruiser” name and if it is worth the Rs 5 lakh price tag it comes with.

Quality

Right Side View

I know what you are thinking, because it came to my mind the first time I saw the 502C as well. It does look strikingly similar to the Ducati Diavel in more ways than one. But this also means that the 502C effortlessly grabs attention wherever it goes. 

Left Side View

The shape of the LED headlamp is the biggest giveaway to the styling reference. Then, there is the large 21-litre fuel tank that makes up for more than half of the 502C’s bodywork. It also gets a cantilever seat design that sacrifices space for the pillion for an aesthetic looking rear end. And speaking of aesthetics, the LED turn signals that are fitted vertically on the tyre-mounted number plate holder look neat and so does the split tail lamp setup. When it comes to quality, the Benelli 502C is well built for the most part with no panel gaps or ill fitted components to be found. However, the switchgear looks and feels cheap and could do with better quality.

Comfort

Benelli 502C Bike Seat

All of the Benelli 502C’s bodywork sits on a tubular trellis frame that is completely different than what the Leoncino 500 uses. In fact, the 502C is longer and lower than the Leoncino and even offers a low seat height of 750mm. So getting on and off the motorcycle even for short riders isn’t a worry. Nor is being able to plant your feet on the ground. 

But with a kerb weight of 216kg, the 502C is a bulky motorcycle and the lack of a grab rail also makes it even more difficult to pull the bike around. However, once seated, moving the 502C does feel a bit manageable.

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Now, the Benelli promises to offer a relaxed, cruiser-like riding position with wide handlebars and forward-set controls. While the bars feel nice to hold on to, what I didn’t like is the shape of the fuel tank. The upper edge of the tank offers little knee support, and would surely inconvenience taller riders. That said, the seat is plush at first and locks you in the riding position, but can feel firm after riding a long distance. 

Benelli 502C Front Wheel

As for the ride quality, Benelli needs to work on the 502C’s stiff suspension setup. Since the rider sits right above the monoshock, every bit of feedback is transferred to the lower back. While it is acceptable at speeds of up to 30kmph, any faster than that and the experience turns extremely unpleasant. The front end with the 50mm, inverted forks is also equally stiff sending shocks to the handlebars. 

Performance

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All is not lost though thanks to the 502C’s 498cc, parallel-twin engine. And since this is a Benelli, it undoubtedly sounds great.

This engine is the same as the one on the Leoncino 500 and TRK 502, although with a slightly different tune. It offers 46.8bhp and 46Nm of torque in a linear and predictable manner all through the rev range. It feels smooth and refined with only a few vibes coming in at higher revs on the handlebar.

Benelli 502C action

Moreover, the 502C’s motor is also extremely tractable and can tread as slow as 40kmph in higher gears making it quite forgiving to ride in the city. However, it does require a couple of downshifts to overtake swiftly. And even though the 502C’s output figures are decent, due to its heft, it feels a bit sluggish when you twist the throttle. 

Apart from the wide handlebars posing a problem when filtering through small gaps, the 502C felt agile through traffic. And out on the highway it can cruise at around 130kmph and push past that mark after some coaxing. Did I mention the howling induction roar? Oh, it is immensely addictive! 

Benelli 502C action

But with the wind deflecting off the headlamp and smacking me right in the face, the need for a windscreen was felt almost immediately. Chance on some twisties and the 502C feels sportier, switching sides almost instantly. Add the smooth throttle response and the slick shifting gearbox and the whole package becomes a delight. Even the brakes on the 502C are pretty decent. At 280mm, the discs are smaller than the ones on the Leoncino, but they offer good bite and progression at both ends.

Features

Benelli 502C Instrument Cluster

The list of features offered on the Benelli 502C aren’t extensive but better than what the Kawasaki Vulcan S has to offer. So it gets a fully-digital display that shows all essential info and has dashes of colour on the redline and fuel gauge. There also is the full-LED lighting all around and a dual-channel ABS. As for the back rest and engine guard that you see here, these are offered as optional accessories. 

Our Take

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To sum things up, the Benelli 502C is a treat to ride in the city thanks to its agility and the engine’s tractable nature. The motor is also easy to use for someone upgrading from a 150-200cc motorcycle. Not to forget that raspy exhaust note and a styling that is guaranteed to turn heads. Moreover, its biggest USP is the Rs 4.98 lakh price tag, which makes the 502C a lakh cheaper to buy than the Kawasaki Vulcan S that is priced at Rs 6.10 lakh.

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It seems like the Benelli 502C is a jack of all trades. But as they say, a jack of all trades, can be a master of none, and that is exactly the case with the 502C. It would be a much better motorcycle to ride with improvements to its suspension setup and ride quality. And since it is a cruiser, we’d have loved to see it fitted with a windscreen and a plusher seat to improve the high speed and long distance ride experience. 

Photography by Kaustubh Gandhi 

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502C Specifications & Features

Specifications

  • Power & Performance

    Displacement Engine displacement is the measure of the cylinder volume swept by the pistons of an internal combustion engine. It indicates the engine size. 500 cc

    Max Power 46.8 bhp @ 8,500 rpm

    Max Torque 46 Nm @ 6,000 rpm

    Stroke Stroke indicates the number of engine cycles during which a piston travels from top to bottom. 66.8 mm

    Valves Per Cylinder Valves per cylinder indicate the intake (fuel) and outlet (exhaust of combustion gases) of an engine. 4

    Compression Ratio A compression ratio suggests the degree to which the fuel mixture is compressed before ignition. 11.5:1

    Mileage - ARAI ARAI certified fuel economy that has been tested under controlled conditions. --

    Mileage - Owner Reported This is the fuel economy registered by Bikewale followers. --

    Riding Range The total range that a vehicle can travel on a full tank of fuel. --

    Top Speed The maximum speed that a vehicle can achieve. 175 Kmph

    Transmission 6 Speed Manual

    Transmission Type The transmission type will tell the kind of transmission a two-wheeler has. Chain Drive

    Gear Shifting Pattern Gear Shifting Pattern 1 Down 5 Up

    Cylinders The number of cylinders that an engine features. Most two-wheelers sold in the Indian market feature a single-cylinder. 2

    Bore Bore is the diameter of each cylinder. 69 mm

    Ignition Ignition indicates to the type of starting system that a vehicle uses. CDI

    Spark Plugs A spark plug is a device for firing the explosive mixture. 1 Per Cylinder

    Cooling System The cooling system suggests the cooling mechanism that a motor uses. The types include air, oil, or liquid. Liquid Cooled

    Clutch The clutch disengages or engages the engine from the transmission. Wet Multiplate

    Fuel Delivery System Fuel Injection

    Fuel Tank Capacity The capacity of a vehicle to store fuel. 21 litres

    Reserve Fuel Capacity Reserve fuel is part of the main tank that is used when a vehicle is running low on petrol/diesel. 3 litres

    Emission Standard Emission standards indicate the output from the exhaust that is permissible in a country. BS6

    Fuel Type Fuel Type is the type of fuel that an engine uses to operate. The different types include petrol, diesel, electric, and ethanol among others. Petrol

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  • Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

    Front Suspension Front suspension usually includes telescopic forks. Upside down telescopic fork, ø41mm Outer Tube

    Rear Suspension Rear suspension setup mostly uses a rear mono-shock. Telescopic coil spring oil damped, 50 mm

    Braking System Braking system is used to reduce the speed of the vehicle or bring it to a standstill. Dual Channel ABS

    Rear Wheel Size Rear wheel size indicates the diameter of the rear wheel. 17 inch

    Front Tyre Size Front tyre size indicate the profile of the front tyre. 120/70 - ZR17

    Rear Tyre Size Rear tyre size indicates the profile of the rear tyre. 160/60 - ZR17

    Front Brake Type Most vehicles feature a disc brake at the front although some commuter segment products come with a drum setup. Disc

    Front Brake Size Front brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 280 mm

    Rear Brake Type Most vehicles come with a drum brake setup at the back although higher spec models feature a disc brake at the rear. Disc

    Rear Brake Size Rear brake size indicates the size of the disc or drum setup at the front wheel. 240 mm

    Calliper Type Front - 4 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper

    Wheel Type Wheel types include two types - Wire-spoke and Alloy wheels. Alloy

    Front Wheel Size Front wheel size indicates the diameter of the front wheel. 17 inch

    Tyre Type Tyre types are divided into two - Tubeless and Tube Type. Tubeless

    Radial Tyres Radial tyres use steel belts that run at a 90-degree angle with the tread line. Yes

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) 32 psi

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) 36 psi

    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 33 psi

    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) 38 psi

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  • Dimensions & Chassis

    Kerb Weight Kerb weight of the motorcycle is the total weight of a vehicle that is ready for operation. It includes all standard equipment and necessary consumables. 216 kg

    Seat Height The seat height is the height of the rider's saddle from the ground. 750 mm

    Ground Clearance The ground clearance is the distance between the ground and the lowest point of a vehicle. 170 mm

    Overall Width Total width of the vehicle. 950 mm

    Overall Height Overall height is the tallest point of a motorcycle, usually the mirror or the top of a windscreen. 1,140 mm

    Wheelbase The wheelbase is the distance between the front and the rear wheel. 1,600 mm

    Overall Length Overall length of the vehicle is the total length of a two-wheeler from the front to the back. 2,240 mm

    Chassis Type The chassis type is the primary/main frame of a two-wheeler. Arch bar truck

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  • Manufacturer Warranty

    Standard Warranty 3 Year

    Standard Warranty Unlimited Km

Features

Odometer Odometer keeps the track of the total kilometres travelled by a vehicle in its lifetime. Digital

Speedometer Speedometer gives an indication of the current speed at which a vehicle is travelling. Digital

Fuel Guage Fuel guage indicates the level of fuel available in the tank of a vehicle. Yes

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)Yes

Shift LightNo

Headlight TypeLED

Digital Fuel Guage Digital fuel guage shows the information about the fuel level in a vehicle through a digital display. Yes

Tachometer Tachometer shows the real-time reading of the revs per minute (RPM) at which the engine is operating. Digital

Stand Alarm Stand alarm notifies the rider if the side stand of the vehicle is engaged. Some vehicles comes with a side stand cut-off feature that does not allow the motor to start until the side stand is lifted. No

No. of Tripmeters No of tripmeters indicate the total number of trip meters that a vehicle's instrument cluster features. Usually, premium vehicles come with two trip meters, while budget two-wheelers feature a single trip meter. 2

Tripmeter Type Tripmeters are available in two type - analogue and digital. The analogue unit usually features a single trip meter while a digital display may come with two trip meters. Digital

Low Fuel Indicator Low fuel indicator aims to remind the rider that the vehicle is running low on fuel, and it should be refueled soon. Yes

Low Oil Indicator Low oil indicator is a warning light that indicates that the engine is running lower oil than required to operate. Yes

Low Battery Indicator Low battery indicator suggests that the battery of the vehicle has lost a substantial amount of charge. No

Clock Clock is used to display time through the instrument cluster. This feature comes in motorcycles with a digital display. Yes

Battery Battery in a petrol-powered vehicle is used to support the self-start system, power the clock, and the USB charger. 12V 8Ah

Front storage box No

Under seat storage No

Mobile App Connectivity Mobile App Connectivity connects the smartphone to the instrument cluster via Bluetooth to offer access to features such as incoming calls, messages, and music. No

DRLs (Daytime running lights) Daytime Running Lights, as the name suggest, are the lights that stay ON when the main headlight is switched off. This feature makes a vehicle easily visible in the rear view mirror of other vehicles. Yes

Brake/Tail LightLED

Turn SignalLED

Pass LightYes

GPS & NavigationNo

USB charging portNo

Start TypeElectric Start

KillswitchYes

Stepped SeatYes

Pillion BackrestNo

Pillion GrabrailYes

Pillion SeatYes

Pillion FootrestYes

Additional featuresFull LED Lighting, Two Display Modes

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Benelli 502C User Reviews

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  •  5Good one 3 months ago by Matthew

    Look vice the Bike is very good. It is the same look as one of the Ducati bike models. In India, the Benelli group needs more marketing strategies to do better business. The bike was pretty good for everything. Looking at bikes it's like a showstopper. If you go in publ

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  •  5Booked already 1 year ago by Sandip Karmakar

    Already booked my bike on the day it was launched. I decided to book it Just awesome bike. Looks wise, feature wise and the long wheelbase. I love it. In this price point no bike can compete with this bike. Key features: In line 4 sound from inline 2 system. USD forks,

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  •  4Smooth experience with high price 1 year ago by Dindu Nikhil, Hyderabad

    I think that its not the correct price for the motorcycle and the riding experience of the bike is smooth. The looks are good with high maintenance and with excellent performance, The cost is high for a bike and the service cost too. The driving is good but coming to co

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FAQs about Benelli 502C

  • Q: What is the on-road price of Benelli 502C in 2023?

    A: The 2023 on-road price of Benelli 502C in Delhi is Rs. 6,64,989. This on-road price includes the ex-showroom price, RTO and insurance charges.
  • Q: Which is better Benelli 502C or Benelli Leoncino 500?

    A: Benelli 502C is priced at Rs. 5,85,000, has a 500 cc 6 Speed Manual engine, and weighs 216 kg, whereas, the price of Benelli Leoncino 500 is Rs. 5,59,919 with a 500 cc 6 Speed Manualengine, and weighing 207 kg.
  • Q: What are the colour options of Benelli 502C?

    A: Benelli 502C is available in 3 colours which are Matte Black, Purple and Glossy Black.
  • Q: What are the key specifications of Benelli 502C?

    A: Benelli 502C is a Cruiser bike that weighs 216 kg, has a 500 cc BS6 engine and a fuel capacity of 21 litres.

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