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**TheArcher84** · 07-06-2016, 04:04 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Sam DK View Post

What type of fuel is recommended

? i am planing to go for the normal one, ill that be okay?

Go with BP Speed. That should be enough. Dont use normal unless you dont have an option.

**maxsarat** · 07-06-2016, 05:26 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Hi Whenever I ride the bike with Head beam on during night times and after stopping for sometime if I push the starter button my bike doesn't start at all. I need to do a push start to bring the monster back to life and after keeping the bike on idle rpm for few minutes the Self start works. Thinking this as a battery issue I went to local battery shop to check whether the battery had got discharged, but after testing the battery with his instrument he says my bike charger is not charging the battery fully. The reading shown in meter is 12.7 @7000 rpm where as he says it should be around 14.5. just want to know if this charging rating is normal for the 300.Any one expert on bike charging system can help me out.

**Shashank Suresh** · 07-06-2016, 05:49 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Whenever I ride the bike with Head beam on during night times and after stopping for sometime if I push the starter button my bike doesn't start at all. I need to do a push start to bring the monster back to life and after keeping the bike on idle rpm for few minutes the Self start works. Thinking this as a battery issue I went to local battery shop to check whether the battery had got discharged, but after testing the battery with his instrument he says my bike charger is not charging the battery fully. The reading shown in meter is 12.7 @7000 rpm where as he says it should be around 14.5. just want to know if this charging rating is normal for the 300.Any one expert on bike charging system can help me out.

Sorry to hear your issue. Get your battery replaced under warranty.

**Shreeni0403** · 07-06-2016, 07:14 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by TheArcher84 View Post

Go with BP Speed. That should be enough. Dont use normal unless you dont have an option.

I'm sorry but why speed? It is not higher octane fuel, it's just regular fuel with additives.

I prefer/suggest to go with normal fuel from good reputed pump. Quality of fuel is the problem in India.

**Shreeni0403** · 07-06-2016, 07:17 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Whenever I ride the bike with Head beam on during night times and after stopping for sometime if I push the starter button my bike doesn't start at all. I need to do a push start to bring the monster back to life and after keeping the bike on idle rpm for few minutes the Self start works. Thinking this as a battery issue I went to local battery shop to check whether the battery had got discharged, but after testing the battery with his instrument he says my bike charger is not charging the battery fully. The reading shown in meter is 12.7 @7000 rpm where as he says it should be around 14.5. just want to know if this charging rating is normal for the 300.Any one expert on bike charging system can help me out.

Don't go to local battery stores. Try getting the electuaries diagnosed at authorised service center.

If your usage of bike is low or only city commute then battery will go down sooner. Remember, even if bike is not used battery gets discharged due to immobilizer.

**maxsarat** · 07-06-2016, 07:29 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Shreeni0403 View Post

Don't go to local battery stores. Try getting the electuaries diagnosed at authorised service center.

If your usage of bike is low or only city commute then battery will go down sooner. Remember, even if bike is not used battery gets discharged due to immobilizer.

I don't think TNT 300 comes with immobilizer even as option, My question is if battery is the problem or Charging unit is not proper

**leech** · 07-06-2016, 08:09 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Whenever I ride the bike with Head beam on during night times and after stopping for sometime if I push the starter button my bike doesn't start at all. I need to do a push start to bring the monster back to life and after keeping the bike on idle rpm for few minutes the Self start works. Thinking this as a battery issue I went to local battery shop to check whether the battery had got discharged, but after testing the battery with his instrument he says my bike charger is not charging the battery fully. The reading shown in meter is 12.7 @7000 rpm where as he says it should be around 14.5. just want to know if this charging rating is normal for the 300.Any one expert on bike charging system can help me out.

Normal charging voltage of a 12 volt battery is 14.2~14.4 volts. My CBR 250 produces 14.2 volts charging voltage at 1500 RPM.

My guess is your rr unit needs to be checked.

**maxsarat** · 07-06-2016, 11:45 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by leech View Post

Normal charging voltage of a 12 volt battery is 14.2~14.4 volts. My CBR 250 produces 14.2 volts charging voltage at 1500 RPM.

My guess is your rr unit needs to be checked.

Thanks Bro for your advise. Will surely visit the Thane service station shortly

**Akhi** · 07-07-2016, 02:29 AM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Sam DK View Post

Thanks for the suggestion guys !! i have selected 4th option, it will be done [MENTION=5874]benelli[/MENTION] showroom this Saturday 11 AM !! and gonna install frame sliders from them too.
[MENTION=79754]Akhi[/MENTION]: Link for the PPF on ebay ? will that look good on white colour?

[MENTION=79102]Kartik Shetty[/MENTION]: will get that checked by Saturday

What type of fuel is recommended

? i am planing to go for the normal one, ill that be okay?

Sam, ebay don't show purchase history beyond 6 months. So not able to share link. I heard everyone saying not to apply on white paint. It starts yellowing after sun exposure it seems. But 3m guys were saying their new films don't have that issue.

**brokenbinil** · 07-07-2016, 03:15 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Sam DK View Post

What type of fuel is recommended

? i am planing to go for the normal one, ill that be okay?

Originally posted by Shreeni0403 View Post

I'm sorry but why speed? It is not higher octane fuel, it's just regular fuel with additives.

I prefer/suggest to go with normal fuel from good reputed pump. Quality of fuel is the problem in India.

I use normal fuel for the 300. Quality of fuel is more important though. I have tried different variants, SPEED, POWER, SHELL VPower and normal fuel including SHELL. I have got the best efficiency in SHELL Normal. Not because of fuel, but probably because of quality and accurate quantity.

Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Whenever I ride the bike with Head beam on during night times and after stopping for sometime if I push the starter button my bike doesn't start at all. I need to do a push start to bring the monster back to life and after keeping the bike on idle rpm for few minutes the Self start works. Thinking this as a battery issue I went to local battery shop to check whether the battery had got discharged, but after testing the battery with his instrument he says my bike charger is not charging the battery fully. The reading shown in meter is 12.7 @7000 rpm where as he says it should be around 14.5. just want to know if this charging rating is normal for the 300.Any one expert on bike charging system can help me out.

Originally posted by Shashank Suresh View Post

Sorry to hear your issue. Get your battery replaced under warranty.

May not be a battery issue. The regulator or charger could be malfunctioning. Get it checked at SVC

Originally posted by Akhi View Post

But 3m guys were saying their new films don't have that issue.

That's good to know.

**brokenbinil** · 07-11-2016, 07:17 PM

Benelli TNT 300 - Pannier Frames, Radiator Guard

Hello Guys,

Uploading some pictures of pannier frames I got fabricated (my fabricator helped me with the final design on ideas i had shared with him) and for my T3. I also got a mesh for my radiator done.

Thought I would share the same with you guys. Just in the process of getting it more touring friendly.

Regards,
Binil

**maxsarat** · 07-12-2016, 10:52 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 - Pannier Frames, Radiator Guard

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

Hello Guys,

Uploading some pictures of pannier frames I got fabricated (my fabricator helped me with the final design on ideas i had shared with him) and for my T3. I also got a mesh for my radiator done.

Thought I would share the same with you guys. Just in the process of getting it more touring friendly.

Regards,
Binil

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Hi Binil the pannier frames looks very good on your 300, won't the radiator grill affect the air flow to the radiator as I have read in some auto magazines they advise not to install the guard. Just want your suggestion as u are one of the most experienced one riding the 300 in India.

**brokenbinil** · 07-13-2016, 03:26 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 - Pannier Frames, Radiator Guard

Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Binil the pannier frames looks very good on your 300, won't the radiator grill affect the air flow to the radiator as I have read in some auto magazines they advise not to install the guard. Just want your suggestion as u are one of the most experienced one riding the 300 in India.

Thank buddy.

I have been monitoring the temperature. I have not seen any change. What you mentioned is true for the conventional grills that you get in the market, from aliexpress for example. They are more aesthetic than functional, with big logos and stuff.

I have chosen a mesh for the same reason. Gives more surface area for the air to pass through.

Also thought I will add here, Its good to extend ur front mudguard before you do this. Else its a pain cleaning the mesh in case u have a slushy ride.

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Originally posted by maxsarat View Post

Hi Binil the pannier frames looks very good on your 300, won't the radiator grill affect the air flow to the radiator as I have read in some auto magazines they advise not to install the guard. Just want your suggestion as u are one of the most experienced one riding the 300 in India.

Also please remove the pictures from ur quote above. Makes it cumbersome to read posts on mobiles.

**Parimal Gandhe** · 07-14-2016, 02:12 AM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by mandarr View Post

Welcome Parimal and good to see you here on the forum.
I share your views and echo what you mentioned about the servicing cost for a 300 cc bike, that is way too high and the DSK guys say that the warranty voids if you do not follow the service intervals, which are too short.
I just wonder, do the engine oil really need a change after 4k km running? We put Motul's synthetic oil which usually do 8k km.
Extended warranty is a trap to lure you for another two years. They fail to assist you sincerely in first place, during your initial 2 year warranty and tell you reasons for not covering under warranty.
Let's unit all TNT300i owners and fight together.

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

I agree with you on the 8k kms oil change. If not 8 atleast 6k km is valid for all good synthetic oils. I have tried talking to them multiple times. Not much of help. I am not falling for the extended warranty ploy. That will only force me to go there again and again in the name of warranty.

I am very happy with the bike. 12800km done so far.
Cannot say the same about cost of ownership though.

Yes The bike is awesome no second thoughts about it.
Even i feel 6k or 6 Months which ever is earlier is good. With Service Cost of Rs 1500.00
Actually wanted to do an excel sheet with cost of other bikes in same category with following details .

1> Service Cost (Labor)
2> Oil Required and grade
3> Oil Change Interval /Service Interval
4> Cost of Oil Filter.
5> Cost of Brake pads Front and rear .
6> Cost of Brake and accelerator Cable.
7> Cost of Chain and Sprocket.

We can Include 1> Yamaha R3, 2> Kawasaki 250, 3> Ninja 300 4> CBR 250 5> KTM 390

As 6k for a Service is too much for a 300 CC bike is Rip off that also every 4 Months. Hope everyone agrees on this view.

**brokenbinil** · 07-14-2016, 07:46 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by Parimal Gandhe View Post

Yes The bike is awesome no second thoughts about it.
Even i feel 6k or 6 Months which ever is earlier is good. With Service Cost of Rs 1500.00
Actually wanted to do an excel sheet with cost of other bikes in same category with following details .

1> Service Cost (Labor)
2> Oil Required and grade
3> Oil Change Interval /Service Interval
4> Cost of Oil Filter.
5> Cost of Brake pads Front and rear .
6> Cost of Brake and accelerator Cable.
7> Cost of Chain and Sprocket.

We can Include 1> Yamaha R3, 2> Kawasaki 250, 3> Ninja 300 4> CBR 250 5> KTM 390

As 6k for a Service is too much for a 300 CC bike is Rip off that also every 4 Months. Hope everyone agrees on this view.

It's a good idea.

Would be fair to compare R3 / Z250 & N300 with the TNT 300 ... lets skip the single cylinders as the rest are manufactured in India and ownership costs will differ. You can include the Hyosung 250 s in the list ... basically all the twins in the segment ...

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