2020 Benelli 302 S
Specifications
- Category
- Naked bike
- Displacement
- 300.0 ccm (18.31 cubic inches)
- Displacement (cc)
- 300.00
- Engine details
- Twin, four-stroke
- Power
- 37.6 HP (27.4 kW) @ 11000 RPM
- Torque
- 25.6 Nm (2.6 kgf-m or 18.9 ft.lbs) @ 9750 RPM
- Compression
- 12.0:1
- Bore × stroke
- 65.0 x 45.2 mm (2.6 x 1.8 inches)
- Valves/cyl
- 4.0
- Fuel system
- Injection. Electronic fuel injection with 38 mm throttle body
- Fuel control
- Double Overhead Cams/Twin Cam (DOHC)
- Ignition
- TLI
- Lubrication
- Wet sump
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission
- Chain (final drive)
- Frame
- Steel trellis upper with cast lower
- Front suspension
- 41mm Upside-down forks
- Front travel
- 135 mm (5.3 inches)
- Rear suspension
- Rear swing arm with lateral shock absorber with spring pre-load adjustment
- Front tyre
- 120/70-ZR17
- Rear tyre
- 160/60-ZR17
- Front brakes
- Double disc
- Front brake Ø
- 260 mm (10.2 inches)
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brake Ø
- 240 mm (9.4 inches)
- Wheels
- Pirelli Angel ST tires
- Wet weight
- 185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
- Seat height
- 795 mm (31.3 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
- Height
- 1120 mm (44.1 inches)
- Length
- 2130 mm (83.9 inches)
- Width
- 800 mm (31.5 inches)
- Wheelbase
- 1410 mm (55.5 inches)
- Fuel capacity
- 16.00 litres (4.23 US gallons)
- Colours
- White/red, Black/red, Green/black, Red/black
- Starter
- Electric
The 2020 Benelli 302 S
2020 Benelli 302 S sits at the entry point of Benelli's small-displacement lineup, aimed at new riders who want a proper naked bike rather than a beginner-oriented commuter that feels disposable. The parallel-twin engine pulls smoothly through the midrange and rewards a rider who likes to keep revs up rather than short-shift everywhere, making it more engaging on backroads than most learner-legal machines. Handling is neutral and confidence-inspiring, the seat height keeps it accessible to shorter riders, and the fit and finish punches above the price point, with steel trellis frame styling that borrows visual cues from Benelli's larger models. The 2020 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year — buyers comparing it to a 2019 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Typical buyers are newly licensed riders or returning riders stepping down from bigger bikes who want low running costs and manageable power without feeling like they've bought a toy. It also appeals to commuters wanting chain-drive simplicity and a naked bike look. This isn't a collector's machine, but as a used buy the 2020 Benelli 302 S offers real value for someone building skill on two wheels.