The Benelli 900 Sei is a bike that defies initial impressions. Its road test data may suggest mediocrity, but in reality, this Italian six-cylinder marvel handles with precision, sticks to the road like glue, and brakes with ferocity.
Its 906cc single overhead camshaft engine may not be the most potent on paper, delivering just 80bhp, but it’s a smooth operator that takes some time to appreciate. Once you’ve gotten accustomed to its laid-back nature, you’ll discover a bike that’s more about character than raw power.
As you ride the 900 Sei, you can’t help but feel that Benelli has taken on the Japanese giants head-on with their multi-cylinder game-changer. With its six-into-two exhaust system and limited styling tweaks, this bike is an impressive beast that refuses to be ignored. The Benelli 900 Sei may not be a firecracker, but it’s a motorcycling experience like no other – one that will leave you grinning from ear to ear with every twist of the throttle.
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse six cylinders, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Engine Capacity
906 cc / 55.3 cu in
Max Power
58.3 kw / 80 hp
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.4 US gallons / 16.5 L
Weight (Wet/Kerb)
560 lbs / 254 kg
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Benelli 900 Sei
Year
1983
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, transverse six cylinders, SOHC, 2 valve per cylinder
Displacement
906 cc / 55.3 cu in
Bore x Stroke
60 x 53.4 mm
Compression Ratio
9.5:1
Max Horsepower
58.3 kw / 80 hp
Engine Management System
3 x 24 mm Dell’Orto carburetors
Cooling System
Air cooled
Exhaust
6-into-2
Performance
Top Speed
198.8 km/h / 120.4 mph
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Gearbox
5 Speed
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Electric
Chassis & Suspension
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks
Rear Suspension
Dual shocks spring 5-way preload adjustable
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tire Size
100/90-18
Rear Tire Size
120/90-18
Front Brakes
2 x 294 mm discs, 2 piston calipers
Rear Brakes
Single 255 mm disc, 1 piston caliper
Dimension & Weights
Fuel Tank Capacity
4.4 US gallons / 16.5 L
Wet (kerb/curb) Weight
560 lbs / 254 kg
Features
906cc single overhead camshaft six-cylinder engine
80bhp claimed power output
Top speed of approximately 134mph
Acceleration is unsensational by present standards
High price compared to similar Japanese machines
Single-minded leadership from Allessandro de Tomaso
Six-into-two exhaust system for improved sound and performance
Limited aesthetic styling changes over the Benelli 750
Mechanically noisy engine with a unique, ragged edge to its smoothness
Uncoordinated six-cylinder firing order contributes to noise
Heavier than many comparable Japanese machines at 561lb
Exceptional handling and road holding for a bike of its size and weight
Italian identity retained despite influence from Japanese technology
Six separate exhaust pipes and silencers give it an impressive look
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