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TNT 25 key highlights | |
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Engine Capacity | 249 cc |
Mileage - ARAI | 25 kmpl |
Transmission | 6 Speed Manual |
Kerb Weight | 159 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 17 litres |
Seat Height | 780 mm |
The more affordable product you have, the more sales you get, at least in India. While some premium motorcycle manufacturers are still trying to figure this out, DSK Benelli has cracked the code with the launch of the TNT 25. This bike isn’t just the most affordable Benelli in India, but also the only single cylinder Benelli. The company thinks that this is the perfect bike for Indian enthusiasts to come on board when they’ve a budget constraint.
The more affordable product you have, the more sales you get, at least in India. While some premium motorcycle manufacturers are still trying to figure this out, DSK Benelli has cracked the code with the launch of the TNT 25. This bike isn’t just the most affordable Benelli in India, but also the only single cylinder Benelli. The company thinks that this is the perfect bike for Indian enthusiasts to come on board when they’ve a budget constraint.
The Benelli TNT 25 prides itself in being a naked complete with a trellis frame, 41mm USD front forks and an engine that pumps out around 28bhp. It should make for an entertaining ride then, right? But it isn’t. Open the throttle and it doesn’t feel like a 28bhp machine, no matter what revs. While the power delivery is linear, it feels a little too relaxed for a bike that must compete against the likes of the KTM Duke 200. Having said that, the top-end performance is decent.
Then, there are the vibrations. It’s fine at lower revs, but give it the stick and vibrations can be felt on the handlebar, footpegs and even the seat. What makes it worse is the early onset of these vibrations. The TNT 25, as a result, feels best around 90kmph when in sixth gear, which you’d agree for a 250cc motorcycle, is slow. The six-speed gearbox isn’t great either; it is imprecise and notchy. And, the first four gears are stacked a bit too close for our liking. Lest we forget, the clutch is heavy too and can tire one out in stop and go traffic.
Well, at least, the TNT 25 doesn’t feel too heavy or cumbersome in the city. Barring the heavy clutch, it’s in fact, city friendly. The wide handlebar, the slightly aggressive seating ergonomics and the well-cushioned seat means that one can flit easily through traffic, and be at it for hours. And then when it’s time to take on the ghats, the TNT 25 feels planted, eager and well balanced.
Talking about brakes, the Benelli TNT 25 sports a 280mm single disc setup at the front and a 240mm disc at the rear. There’s no ABS and the brakes could do with more bite and feel.
The Benelli TNT 25 is available in two variants – standard and premium. The standard gets MRF tyres, whereas the premium version gets Metzelers. And interestingly, there is a price difference of only Rs 7,000 between the two. Plus, both versions can be had in red and white paint schemes; which we like.
The overall fit and finish of the bike is good too, probably among the best in class. The overall quality impresses too and though the switchgear looks extremely run of the mill, it works well. The instrument cluster looks good and displays speed, trip reading, time and the gear you are in. And what’s first in class, is that the Benelli TNT 25 also gets an adjustable front brake lever.
In terms of aesthetics, the TNT 25 scores high, thanks to the exposed red trellis frame and the bodywork. The decals too have been smartly designed to bring out the Italian feel. But things get little odd when you look at the exhaust and the ‘Exide’ word popping out from the right side of the bike. The TNT 25 has a kerb weight of 159kg and fuel tank capacity of 17-litres which is good.
Buy it if you are style conscious. The TNT 25 does deliver on visual appeal in spades. It’s one of those bikes that will make you the talk of the town. But the TNT 25 won’t quench your thirst for performance. And it’s not the best in the braking department either.
The Benelli TNT 25 at Rs 1.68 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) is the most expensive offering in its class. A class that has the likes of the KTM Duke 200 and in fact, the larger engined Mahindra Mojo. These are priced at Rs 1.48 lakh and Rs 1.65 lakh, respectively, both ex-showroom in Delhi. Plus for a little more money, there’s also more performance to be had with the KTM Duke 390. And the 390 gets ABS.
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As reported by TNT 25 owners, the real mileage of Benelli TNT 25 is 26 kmpl. As per ARAI, the average of TNT 25 is 25 kmpl.
Displacement 249 cc
Max Power 28.16 bhp @ 9,800 rpm
Max Torque 21.61 Nm @ 8,000 rpm
Stroke 72 mm
Valves Per Cylinder 4
Compression Ratio --
Mileage - ARAI 25 kmpl
Mileage - Owner Reported 26.5 kmpl
Riding Range 450.5 Km
Top Speed --
Transmission 6 Speed Manual
Transmission Type Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern --
Cylinders 1
Bore 61 mm
Ignition --
Spark Plugs 1 Per Cylinder
Cooling System Liquid Cooled
Clutch --
Fuel Delivery System --
Fuel Tank Capacity 17 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity --
Emission Standard --
Fuel Type Petrol
Front Suspension Inverted front telescopic forks
Rear Suspension Hydraulic Monoshock absorber
Braking System --
Rear Wheel Size --
Front Tyre Size 110/70 - R17, 54H (MET)
Rear Tyre Size 150/60 - R17, 66H (MET)
Front Brake Type Disc
Front Brake Size 280 mm
Rear Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Size 240 mm
Calliper Type --
Wheel Type Alloy
Front Wheel Size 17 inch
Tyre Type Tubeless
Radial Tyres Yes
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) --
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) --
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) --
Kerb Weight 159 kg
Seat Height 780 mm
Ground Clearance 160 mm
Overall Width 810 mm
Overall Height 1,125 mm
Wheelbase 1,400 mm
Overall Length 2,080 mm
Chassis Type Steel trellis frame
Standard Warranty --
Standard Warranty --
Odometer --
Speedometer Digital
Fuel Guage Yes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)--
Shift LightYes
Headlight Type--
Digital Fuel Guage Yes
Tachometer Analogue
Stand Alarm No
No. of Tripmeters 2
Tripmeter Type Digital
Low Fuel Indicator Yes
Low Oil Indicator Yes
Low Battery Indicator Yes
Clock Yes
Battery Maintenance Free
Front storage box --
Under seat storage --
Mobile App Connectivity --
DRLs (Daytime running lights) --
Brake/Tail Light--
Turn Signal--
Pass LightYes
GPS & Navigation--
USB charging port--
Start TypeElectric Start
KillswitchYes
Stepped SeatYes
Pillion BackrestNo
Pillion GrabrailYes
Pillion SeatYes
Pillion FootrestYes
Additional features--
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1. It is my brother's bike. 2.It is average, sitting position is comfortable. 3. Tnt 250 looks awesome, performance is average and one thing in all benelli exhaust note is awesome 4. Service experience is really very bad 5. Pros : no other can better exhaust note like b
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1.Buying experience: i bought this bike in 2019 at 1.65 lakhs used 2nd hand bike which had odo at 13000km. 2.Riding experience: the sitting position is very comfortable specially for long rides 3.Looks and performance: it makes special appearance in public also looks ve
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Owned for
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Got mileage of
28 kmpl
Buying experience was good, only thing good about this bike is ride quality, and i don't think you need to waste your money just for this... So would never recommend buying a benelli bike... Too much maintenance costs and parts not available. In two years more than 1.2l
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The manufacturer has increased the duration of service intervals from 4000 km/4 months to 6000 km/6 months for all existing customers resulting in a service cost reduction of 34 per cent.
Benelli has made a formal announcement regarding their new business venture with Adishwar Auto Ride India (AARI), a subsidiary of Mahavir Group. AARI has taken charge of the Italian manufacturer’s operations in India from DSK Motowheels.Â
Benelli has unveiled a new mini bike, christened as the TNT 125. Riding on 12-inch wheels, the TNT 125 is sold in select international markets like the UK, Australia and the Czech Republic.Â
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