The Benelli Tornado Tre 900 Novecento – a motorcycle that defies rational explanation. Its Italian heritage radiates an otherworldly allure, challenging logic and embracing the impractical with reckless abandon.
Its design is nothing short of revolutionary, boasting a sleek, tapered front end thanks to its innovative radiator placement beneath the seat. This clever engineering not only reduces heat buildup but also enhances aerodynamics, minimizing wind turbulence for an unparalleled riding experience.
At its heart lies a compact 898cc three-cylinder inline engine, paired with a slipper wet clutch and six-speed cassette gearbox. The chassis is a marvel of modern engineering, combining a chrome-moly steel front trellis with an aluminum rear box section, all held together using advanced aerospace technology to eliminate vibration.
The result is a motorcycle that embodies the essence of Italian design: passion, style, and performance.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Engine Capacity
898 cc / 54.8 cu in
Max Power
104.4 kw / 140 hp
Max Torque
95 Nm / 9.69 kgf-m / 70.1 lb-ft @ 8800 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.4 US gallons / 20.5 L
Seat Height
31.9 inches / 810 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Benelli Tornado Tre 900 Novecento
Year
2003 – 2004
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder
Displacement
898 cc / 54.8 cu in
Bore x Stroke
85.3 x 52.4 mm mm
Compression Ratio
11.0:1
Max Horsepower
104.4 kw / 140 hp
Max Torque
95 Nm / 9.69 kgf-m / 70.1 lb-ft @ 8800 rpm
Engine Management System
Sagem, electronic ignition with 1 injector for each cylinder
Lubrication System
Wet sump
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Performance
Top Speed
260 km/h / 162 mph
Fuel Consumption
6.2 L/100 km / 16.2 km/l / 38.1 US mpg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Wet, multiplate with anti-blocking system
Gearbox
6 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Front section in chrome-molybdenum steel tubes,rear section inhollow cast aluminium box section
Front Suspension
hlins, adjustable in compression/rebound and preloading fork
Rear Suspension
Swingarm composed of cast and pressed Aluminium parts with hlins monoshock adjustable in compression rebound and preload
Wheels & Brakes
Front Wheel/Rim Size
3.5 x 17 in
Front Tire Size
120/70-17
Rear Wheel/Rim Size
6.0 x 17 in
Rear Tire Size
180/55-17
Front Brakes
2 x 320 mm discs, 4 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 240 mm disc, 4 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Seat Height
31.9 inches / 810 mm
Wheelbase
54.9 inches / 1395 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.4 US gallons / 20.5 L
Dry Weight
198 kg / 437 lbs
Features
Ultra-compact 898cc three-cylinder inline engine
Slipper wet clutch
Fully removable six-speed cassette gearbox
Two-piece frame with chrome-moly steel front trellis and aluminum rear box section
Aerospace technology used to eliminate vibration in the frame
Marzocchi fork
Brembo wheels built to Benelli design
Extreme Technology rear shock with Ergal 55 central body
Brembo Gold Series brake system
407-pound dry weight
Ground-breaking placement of the radiator beneath the seat
Exquisitely tapered front end for reduced heat buildup and enhanced aerodynamics
Ultra-low wind turbulence due to its design
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