Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Givi Rear Rack and Monokey Trekker box with Universal Adapter Plate installed.

My box came in this weekend and I decided to install the rear rack. Installation of the rack took me 55 minutes with all the necessary hand tools. It fits pretty well. I did have to play with it a little to get some of the holes to line up, but it didn't require any surgery.

I spent another 30 minutes installing the universal monokey plate. I was a bit crazy about making sure it was on straight, so that took some extra time.

After the install I took it on a test ride over some pretty rough roads to see how it held up. It's solid. I'm happy with it for sure. The box is heavy duty. This is the first hard case that I've owned, I've traveled the soft luggage in the past, so this thing was a little surprising. The build quality is very good and I'm confident that it will hold up for some time yet.

I also confirmed that the pannier racks DO work with this Trekker box despite what the vendors say. Their claim is that only the E22N boxes fit these racks, which is hogwash. I held off on ordering more Trekker boxes for the sides until I confirmed this. Now that I know, I'm still on the fence about getting more Trekker boxes. They're not cheap and would only be used on trips, which I won't be doing until my license plate comes at the end of the year (supposedly). Also, I do a lot of filtering here in the city, so they wouldn't be used during the week. I may go with the cheaper E22N boxes (I can get the pair of E22N boxes for $100 less than one Trekker box) and use the Trekker as my top box for now. We shall see.

Yes, I know my bike is dirty...too dirty.

Re: DIY Mudflap Extension for Rainy Season - TNT 300

I got my Benelli last month..For the rear have you used the front or rear mud flaps from Btwin.I plan to fix one for the front as it gets really messy during the rains and then also get two fixed in the rear like you did.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Hello Guys, Its been a long time..Happy to be here again. A little update on my 4th paid service. Oil and oil filter has changed, service person told that the spark plugs and air filter can be changed during next service as its all doing good. Cost me 7K overall. Met with an accident near by my home today, just went and dashed with a truck face to face, its all my fault as i was very lethargic, thank god iam safe with some sprained wrist and scratches. My bike had absorbed the vital impact, front tyre got bursted due to the impact(PSI was normal), front fender got broken in two pieces. The RSA people were very resposive and the communication throughout the scenario was good, within half an hour they reached my place. My bike is now at SVC again. Since i need to change my front tyre, can anyone suggest me which brand can i go for?? Metzeler, Pirelli, MRF or Michelin? now iam little bit sceptical about the withstanding nature of Pirelli after my incident, because i was doing approximately 15-20Kmph during the impact, how come a tyre with such elevated reputation could tore just like that??

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Glad to hear that you are ok! Head on with a truck huh? That must have been heart stopping. I have had a few close calls here in the city. Definitely not fun.

I had Michelin Pilot 2s on my 675 many years back and was very happy with them. Very nice wet grip and good longevity. They just announced that version 4 is coming very soon. I would look for discounts on the 3s as dealers might be looking to unload their stock.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Hey Good to know that you are ok. The tyre could have burst due to impact and took all the brunt of the hit. Considering it was frontal impact. The good thing is u walked away.
Tyre - Considering you are not changing the rear tyre, it's best recommended to stick to the same brand and tyre as your other tyre. And as this is an accident case you can claim insurance for the tyre too. If you buy from outside you will end up paying extra for the tyre.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Thanks for the suggestions guys, i have contacted the SVC, it seems like they wont procure tyres so have to get it by myself, planning to go for pirelli again because what binil said was makes sense though.[emoji106]🏼

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience


DIY - Retrofitting 2016 airfilter in 2015 model TNT 300

Have posted the diy for the TNT 300 Airfilter - Click Link Above

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Is there any change in performance after the filter change

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Not very noticeable in lower revs but go beyond 8000 rpm... It's whole new level of harmony. It revs much faster, expected due to close to 30% increase in airflow.
Effect in fuel efficiency, too soon to comment.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Hi All,

After a year or so now i feel that there is lot of pressure i am putting on my palm while riding and especially on my right palm, and now i am thinking of changing my handle bar. The other idea i was thinking off is to get a handle bar riser to be fixed.

I am asking for suggestions from you guys what should i do. I am looking for more relaxed ride and which will help me in the city traffic too. Any DIY can be done would be really great.

Thanks

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Considering you have been using for over a year, I do not think it is a posture issue. What could be a problem is the cone set or issues with the fork.
Get it checked in the SVC.

See if the bike is pulling to one side if u leave both hands off the handle bar.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Thanks Binil for the feed back

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Just adding a link to a video explaining riding positions.

According to what u inferred from your text was that you are putting your weight on your hands. I used to do it too when riding Low handle bar bikes. My palms also used to pain and my palm used to get red horizontally across, where the weight would apply.

Now I've realized how to actually position myself and it's a whole new experience.
I am comfortable even riding more aggressive seating vehicles like R15 or RC.

Hope it helps.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Got changed my tyre today, i have noticed a bend in the rim, its not quiet significant but iam afraid if it could develop any alignment problme in future. Is there any way to get rid of the bend, the SVC guys told there is nothing worried about it, but iam not convienced withe their words.

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

There are shops which can repair that. But to be future proof, if suggest getting a new one.
But as long as it isn't leaking air, it's fine