One of the most unique-styled motorcycles in recent memory, the Benelli TnT 1130 was a factory supernaked dominated by a torquey triple that produced 130 hp and 86 lb-ft. As Bennetts summed it up, “If you are into your quirky machines, the TNT 1130 should tick all your boxes. It’s as wild to ride as it is to look at and while spares are tricky to locate, and the dealer network limited, if you look after a TNT it is actually quite a reliable and oddly appealing bike.”
MCN absolutely adored this machine, calling it “one of the best ever incarnations of the naked motorcycle theme. A massively powerful motor allied with a funky design and capable chassis makes the Benelli TNT effortlessly good at wheelies and general A-road hooning. The Benelli TNT is probably the most ‘out there’ motorcycle money can buy.”
The model was introduced in 2005, though Benelli quickly split the model up with variants that included the Sport, Titanium, and the Café Racer.
Per MCN, the Café Racer was differentiated by the distinctive yellow/maroon livery as well as clip-on handlebars and bar end mirrors.
This example is VIN: ZBNTNTNT77P100353. “After reading about the Benelli 1130 Tornado Tre series many years ago I began looking around for one. I found this one as a “project” in Arizona. It had been mostly disassembled for some updated paint when the owner lost interest and decided to sell it. I decided to “save” it and had it reassembled to get it running as regular rider. I rode it several times for short distances and really loved the performance, handling and how the inline triple sounded. Like many other motorcycle enthusiasts the time has come to let some bikes go for others to enjoy.”
The odometer shows 8,188 miles.
Maintenance:
In preparation for the listing, the seller had us perform a safety inspection, fix non-functioning headlights, get the engine running on all three cylinders (it was previously running on one due to a bad coil). Our service department notes the following on their condition report:
Gas Tank Internal Condition: Ok
Engine Oil Level: Ok
Engine Oil Quality: Ok
2T Oil Level: N/A
Coolant Level: Ok
Coolant Quality: Marginal, >0.190 mV
Front Hydraulic Fluid Level: Ok
Front Hydraulic Fluid Quality: Ok, 1.5% Moisture
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Level: N/A, Cable Clutch
Clutch Hydraulic Fluid Quality: N/A
Final Drive Condition: Slightly Rusty
Headlight High Beam: Ok
Headlight Low Beam: Ok
Passing Light: Ok
Parking Light: Ok
Turn Signals: Ok
Tail Light: Ok
Brake Light (Front Switch): Ok
Brake Light (Rear Switch): Ok
Plate Light: N/A
Horn: Ok
Kill Switch: Ok
Brake Pad % Remaining Front: 80%
Brake Pad % Remaining Rear: 70%
Forks: LH Weeping, RH Leaking
Shock/s: Ok
Tire Date Code Front: 05/25
Tire Date Code Rear: 20/25
Tire % Remaining Front: 90% (6 months old)
Tire % Remaining Rear: 90% (6 months old)
Tire Press. Front: 36 PSI
Tire Press. Rear: 38 PSI
Battery Standing Voltage: 12.4V
Battery: YTZ14S
OCV: 12.99V
Capacity: 14.0 AH
GOOD & PASS
State of Health: 100%
State of Charge: 91%
Charging Voltage @ 4k RPM: 13.7V
Running Condition: Runs
Test Ride Completed: Yes
Test Ride Distance: 1mi
Notes:
-Bike has plastic fuel tank
-Tail loose
-Radiator cap cover poor fit
-Dash reads -22° Degrees
RECOMMENDED REPAIRS:
-Fork service
Modifications:
The mirrors have been removed.
Battery tender lead.
Inside of the tank:
It is riding on Dunlop GPR-300 tires with date codes of 0525 and 2025.
The sale includes one key. Some service receipts and the original OEM stickers including the emissions sticker.
Cosmetic Blemishes: please see the album in the “Photos” tab for all known cosmetic blemishes. Here is a selection:
Currently located in Panorama City, California, (please make an appointment for an inspection) this Benelli is offered on a clean Arizona title.
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