Benelli 302s
The Benelli 302S was introduced in 2017 as a sport-oriented middleweight naked/semi-faired motorcycle, developed under the ownership of Chinese conglomerate Qianjiang Group who acquired Benelli in 2005. It was designed to blend Italian styling heritage with accessible performance, targeting entry-to-mid level sport riders in Asian and European markets. The 302S shares its parallel-twin platform with the BN302 naked variant and helped reestablish Benelli's presence in the competitive 300cc sport segment.
38 hp
Power
26.5 Nm
Torque
198 kg
Weight
160 km/h
Top Speed
4.5 L/100km (approximately 22 km/L, typical real-world average)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Twin-Cylinder Engine Edge
The 302S uses a 300cc parallel-twin engine, giving it smoother power delivery and better highway manners than single-cylinder competitors in its class. This setup also tends to run cooler and more reliably on longer rides.
Watch the Electrics
Benelli 302S owners commonly report minor electrical gremlins, including issues with instrument cluster connectivity and occasionally faulty turn signal relays. Inspecting wiring harness condition before buying a used unit is strongly recommended.
Steep Resale Drop
The 302S depreciates quickly due to limited brand recognition in Western markets, meaning used examples offer strong value for buyers but poor returns for sellers. You can often find low-mileage used units at significantly reduced prices.
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