2023 Benelli 302S
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
- Pressure splash lubrication
- Cooling
- Liquid
- Gearbox
- 6-speed
- Transmission
- Chain (final drive)
- Clutch
- Wet multi-plate
- Frame
- Arch bar truck
- Front suspension
- Telescopic fork
- Front travel
- 135 mm (5.3 inches)
- Rear suspension
- Telescopic coil spring oil damped
- Rear travel
- 45 mm (1.8 inches)
- 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
- 195.0 kg (429.9 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 2023 Benelli 302S
2023 Benelli 302S sits at the entry point of Benelli's street lineup, aimed at riders who want a twin-cylinder middleweight without the intimidation factor of a bigger machine. This is a naked bike built for city streets and weekend backroads rather than track days, with a parallel-twin engine that pulls smoothly through the midrange and rewards riders who like to keep revs up rather than short-shift everywhere. The seat height and wet weight keep it approachable for newer riders or anyone downsizing from a heavier bike, while the chain final drive keeps maintenance familiar and inexpensive. It's a bike you commute on, run errands on, and take out for a Sunday ride without babying it. The 2023 model carried over without significant mechanical changes from the prior year, buyers comparing it to a 2022 example should focus on mileage, service history, and condition rather than spec differences. Expect interest from newer license holders, budget-conscious commuters, and riders who want a distinctive Italian-branded naked bike without paying premium prices. Collector interest is minimal here; this is a using motorcycle, not a garage queen, and the 2023 Benelli 302S should be valued and bought accordingly.
