The Benelli 254 Quattro was a in-line four, four-stroke Classic motorcycle produced by Benelli between 1980 and 1983. It could reach a top speed of 93 mph (150 km/h). Max torque was 14.01 ft/lbs (19.0 Nm) @ 9000 RPM. Claimed horsepower was 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 10500 RPM.
| Manufacturer | Benelli |
|---|---|
| Production | 1980 - 1983 |
| Class | Classic |
| Engine | in-line four, four-stroke |
| Bore / Stroke | 44.0mm x 38.0mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Top speed | 93 mph (150 km/h) |
| Horse Power | 26.42 HP (19.7 KW) @ 10500RPM |
| Torque | 14.01 ft/lbs (19.0 Nm) @ 9000RPM |
| Battery | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission | Gear box: 5-speed Final Drive: chain |
| Suspension | Front: Hydraulic fork Rear: Swinging arm with hydraulic shiocks |
| Brakes | Front: single disc Rear: expanding brake |
| Front Tire | 2.75-18 |
| Rear Tire | 3.00-18 |
| Wheelbase | 50.0 inches (1270 mm) |
| Dimensions | L 76.42 inches (1941 mm) W 27.99 inches (711 mm) |
| Seat height | 37.4 inches (950 mm) |
| Weight | (dry), 122.0 kg (wet) |
| Fuel capacity | 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters) |
| Manuals | Service Manual |
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Engine
The engine was a air cooled in-line four, four-stroke. A 44.0mm bore x 38.0mm stroke result in a displacement of just 231.0 cubic centimeters. Fuel was supplied via a overhead cams (ohc).
Drive
The bike has a 5-speed transmission. Power was moderated via the Wet multi plate.
Chassis
It came with a 2.75-18 front tire and a 3.00-18 rear tire. Stopping was achieved via single disc in the front and a expanding brake in the rear. The front suspension was a Hydraulic fork while the rear was equipped with a Swinging arm with hydraulic shiocks. The 254 Quattro was fitted with a 2.11 Gallon (8.00 Liters) fuel tank. The wheelbase was 50.0 inches (1270 mm) long.
1981 Benelli 254 Quattro
The 1980 MY Benelli 254 Quattro has, at its heart, an air-cooled, four-stroke, 231cc, single cylinder powerplant mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and can reach a maximum power output of 28 hp and 19 Nm of torque. In addition, it comes with a 30mm telescopic fork, dual shocks as a rear suspension, a front disc brake, a small fairing with a windscreen, a rear drum brake, a dual, chromed, exhaust system, a dual seat, plus an analogue instrument panel.