Benelli’s BX 449 Cross is an ambitious new entry in the motocross arena, boasting a carefully engineered 449cc single-cylinder four-stroke DOHC engine with titanium valves and a five-speed gearbox. This potent combination promises to deliver a thrilling riding experience.
On paper, the BX 449 Cross looks like it has all the ingredients for success: impressive power, agile handling, and an aggressive design that’s sure to turn heads on the track or trail.
But can Benelli overcome its formidable competition from established Japanese brands like Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, and Kawasaki?
Key Specifications
Engine Type
Four stroke, single cylinder,
Engine Capacity
449 cc / 27.4 cu in
Max Power
41.3 kw / 55.4 hp
Max Torque
45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Fuel Tank Capacity
2.4 US gallons / 9.0 L
Seat Height
37.8 inches / 960 mm
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
All Specifications
Make & Model
Model
Benelli BX 449 Cross
Year
2008
Engine
Engine Type
Four stroke, single cylinder,
Displacement
449 cc / 27.4 cu in
Bore x Stroke
98 x 59,5 mm
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
Max Horsepower
41.3 kw / 55.4 hp
Max Torque
45 Nm / 4.6 kgf-m / 33.2 lb-ft @ 7000 rpm
Engine Management System
Electronic injection-throttle body 42 mm
Cooling System
Liquid cooled
Performance
Top Speed
n/a
*n/a – information not provided by manufacturer
Transmission
Clutch
Wet clutch, 7 steel disks
Gearbox
6 Speed
Final Drive
Chain
Electrical & Electronics System
Starter
Kick and electric
Chassis & Suspension
Frame Type
Aluminium alloy perimeter with casting, moulded, extruded parts and structural carbon rods
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