1982 Benelli 250 2 C

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Specifications
- Category
- Unspecified category
- Displacement
- 231.0 ccm (14.10 cubic inches)
- Displacement (cc)
- 231.00
- Engine details
- Twin, two-stroke
- Power
- 17.0 HP (12.4 kW) @ 7600 RPM
- Top speed
- 125.0 km/h (77.7 mph)
- Compression
- 10.0:1
- Bore × stroke
- 56.0 x 47.0 mm (2.2 x 1.9 inches)
- Fuel control
- Port control
- Cooling
- Air
- Gearbox
- 5-speed
- Transmission
- Chain (final drive)
- Front tyre
- 3.00-18
- Rear tyre
- 3.25-18
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes
- Expanding brake
- Wet weight
- 134.0 kg (295.4 pounds)
- Fuel capacity
- 17.00 litres (4.49 US gallons)
The 1982 Benelli 250 2 C
1982 Benelli 250 2 C sits toward the modest end of Benelli's lineup from this era, a small-displacement twin built for everyday transport rather than outright performance. This is a lightweight, approachable machine meant for commuting and back road riding, not highway sprinting. The parallel-twin layout gives it a smoother delivery than a comparable single, and the low curb weight makes it easy to manage in traffic or tight parking, with enough range from the fuel tank to handle a full day of mixed riding without constant stops. It rewards a relaxed riding style over aggressive throttle work.
The 1982 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year, though Benelli did enlarge the fuel tank capacity compared to the 1981 version. Buyers comparing a 1982 Benelli 250 2 C to an earlier example should focus more on mileage, service history, and overall condition than on spec sheet differences, since the mechanical package stayed consistent.
This bike tends to attract practical-minded riders and small-bike enthusiasts drawn to vintage Italian machinery without the price tag of Benelli's larger or more desirable models, often someone looking for an affordable, usable classic rather than a serious investment piece.



