Benelli Tre1130 Tornado
Benelli Tre1130 Tornado | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2006 - 07 |
Engine | Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
Ignition | Electronic injection |
Spark Plug | NGK CR9E |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Frame | Mixed solution. Front: ASD steel tube trellis, fastened to boxed rear section, aluminum alloy castings. Subframe: aluminum die-cast. |
Suspension | Front: Marzocchi upside down stanchion fork Ø 50mm, adjustable in compression and extension with spring pre-load Rear: Asymmetric swingarm, composed of cast aluminum and pressed in aluminum alloy, with Extreme Technology single shock absorber adjustable in compression, dual regulation for low and high speed damping andextension and spring pre-load. |
Brakes | Front: 2 x 320mm Ø discs, 4 piston caliper Rear: Single 240 mm Ø disc, 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 120/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 190/50-17 |
Wheelbase | 1419 mm / 55.9 in |
Seat Height | 807 mm / 31.8 in |
Weight | 195 kg / 430 lbs (dry), |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Liquid cooled cooled Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder. The engine featured a 11.5:1 compression ratio.
Drive[edit | edit source]
Power was moderated via the Wet clutch with hydraulic command.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a 120/70-17 front tire and a 190/50-17 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via 2 x 320mm Ø discs, 4 piston caliper in the front and a Single 240 mm Ø disc, 2 piston caliper in the rear. The front suspension was a Marzocchi upside down stanchion fork Ø 50mm, adjustable in compression and extension with spring pre-load while the rear was equipped with a Asymmetric swingarm, composed of cast aluminum and pressed in aluminum alloy, with Extreme Technology single shock absorber adjustable in compression, dual regulation for low and high speed damping andextension and spring pre-load.. The Tre1130 Tornado was fitted with a 20.8 Liters / 5.5 gal fuel tank. The bike weighed just 195 kg / 430 lbs. The wheelbase was 1419 mm / 55.9 in long.
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Overview[edit | edit source]
Benelli Tornado Tre 1130
The Tornados frame has been completely revised to meet
the new power and torque characteristic of the engine, without loosing any
input from the original Tornado project.
Rear radiator
This is one of the characterizing features of the Tornado. 50% of the weight is distributed to the front chassis of the bike in all riding conditions. The advantage being increased precision when riding and when entering bends.
Rear suspension
The shock absorber and the links have benefitted from recent racing experience. The measurements have been slightly modified to make the frame easier to manage adapting it to the new increased power and torque values.
Frame
Some small improvements, for example the welding system and tube assembly are now more accurate. The aluminum plates have been modified to make the Tornado 1130 more enjoyable and satisfying to ride. Tornados success had all to do with the racing frame and the engine that fitted it so this is what engineers concentrated on improving. The bike steers sharp and the three-cylinder engine fed through fuel injection system is there to back the chassiss abilities up. When compared to other sporty bikes out there, Benelli is conscious of the missing piston disadvantage and that is why were dealing with an 1130cc engine.
First introduced in 2006, the first
fully-faired Tornado (previous bikes were naked ones) was what everyone expected
from the relatively small Italian manufacturer. The engine develops 120 kW at
10.500 RPM, definitely comparable with Japanese supersports (although we wont
do that, read a bit more) and the 124 Nm at 8000 RPM as well.
What clearly stood out was the manufacturers ambition to situate itself among the top Italian players next to Aprilia and Ducati so styling was very important. As a result, we witnessed the introduction of a truly aggressive styled motorcycle with features that even inspired others to give it a try on their own bikes. Much to do with it being impressive and worth the buck is the way it looks. Exterior design is important, especially in the given category and thanks to Benelli designers, it looks worthy of its sporting abilities.
Its front end is characterized through the Y shape given by the screen and headlight, the mirrors representing an extension of that shape, apart from their obvious purpose. Also, the air scoops on the headlights sides give it a distinctive look, but if you are used to seeing R1s every day, thats what youll be confusing it with.
On each side, the Benelli name will immediately clear your doubts. The fairing features smooth, flowing lines and the paint schemes add further visual impact. You can buy it either complete Grey (light on the top and dark on the sides) or Grey and Green (this last going on the lower half).
Italian bikes usually have a flat looking tank, but this is more than I can take. Carefully blended in, the tank doesnt manage to stand out at all, but simply do its job of keeping the fuel in its 19 Liters capacity while offering enough space for the rider to tuck under the screen.
The seat doesnt look like much comfort, but what I definitely appreciate at it is the Ferrari like taillights. Now that is something unseen before!
Make Model | Benelli Tornado Tre 1130 |
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Year | 2006 - 07 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, transverse three cylinder, DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
Displacement | 1130 cc / 69 cu in |
Bore X Stroke | 88 x 62 mm |
Cooling System | Liquid cooled |
Compression | 11.5:1 |
Lubrication | Wet sump |
Induction | Electronic injection with 1 injector per cylinder |
Exhaust | With catalytic converter and oxygen sensor |
Spark Plug | NGK CR9E |
Ignition | Electronic injection |
Electric | Electric |
Max Power | 120 kW / 163 hp @ 10500 rpm |
Max Torque | 124 Nm / 12.6 kgf-m / 91.45 lb-ft @ 8000 rpm |
Clutch | Wet clutch with hydraulic command |
Transmission | 6 Speed |
Final Drive | Chain drive, ratio 16:37 |
Primary Drive | 44/79 |
Gear Ratio | 1st 14/39 / 2nd 18/35 / 3rd 21/32 / 4th 23/30 / 5th 24/28 / 6th 26/27 |
Frame | Mixed solution. Front: ASD steel tube trellis, fastened to boxed rear section, aluminum alloy castings. Subframe: aluminum die-cast. |
Front Suspension | Marzocchi upside down stanchion fork Ø 50mm, adjustable in compression and extension with spring pre-load |
Rear Suspension | Asymmetric swingarm, composed of cast aluminum and pressed in aluminum alloy, with Extreme Technology single shock absorber adjustable in compression, dual regulation for low and high speed damping andextension and spring pre-load. |
Front Brakes | 2 x 320mm Ø discs, 4 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | Single 240 mm Ø disc, 2 piston caliper |
Front Tire | 120/70-17 |
Rear Tire | 190/50-17 |
Wheelbase | 1419 mm / 55.9 in |
Seat Height | 807 mm / 31.8 in |
Ground Clearance | 140 mm / 5.7 in |
Dry Weight | 195 kg / 430 lbs |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 Liters / 5.5 gal |