JAKARTA - After showing off its latest adventure touring motorcycle line at the EICMA event last November, Benelli is preparing to expand its portfolio in 2026. Benelli is preparing to launch the latest mid-class naked motorcycle, the TNT 550.
The Italian brand, which is now under the ownership of Chinese automotive giant QJMotor, actually already has a Tornado 550 sport fairing model. The presence of the TNT 550 is also important because this naked bike shares the same technical foundation as its fairing brother.
The most striking similarity lies in the engine, where the TNT 550 carries a Benelli-tuned 554 cc two-cylinder engine that is capable of spitting out 56 hp at 8,250 rpm and a peak torque of 39.8 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm. The character of this engine is designed to provide a balance between performance and ease of control in various road conditions.
Launching from Visordown, Tuesday, December 30, Benelli remains faithful to its characteristics by using a trellis frame made of steel tubes. The front suspension uses a 41 mm upside-down fork that can be fully adjustable, ranging from rebound, compression, to preload.
In the back, the adjustable monoshock for preload and rebound is ready to support both daily and aggressive driving needs. For braking, a 320 mm semi-floating front disc is combined with a four-piston radial caliper, while the rear wheel relies on a 260 mm disc.
All of them are paired with 17-inch aluminum alloy rims and Pirelli Angel GT II sport-touring tires. Electronic features are one of the main selling points. The TNT 550 is equipped with two driving modes, Normal and Sport, as well as Traction Control System (TCS) as standard that can be disabled according to the rider's preferences.
The ABS system is also present and can be turned off if needed. To complete its modern package, Benelli embeds a 5-inch TFT screen with navigation support, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi connectivity. The TNT 550 is scheduled to arrive in 2026, including a special version for A2 license holders.
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