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**EagleArrow** · 03-22-2019, 11:08 AM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by sounakray View Post

Hi, I'm also from Pune and for a new TnT 300 this January. I don't know what that connector is for, but I can help you with the service centre.

The one that you see on Baner road is only showroom, and no servicing is done there. The one you need to visit is the service centre (Google Maps location below).

Benelli - A B Automottive - Pune Service Center
Plot no.: 427/10, Lahane Road, Opp. Chandrashekhar Agashe College, Shankar Rao Lohane Marg, Gultekdi, Pune, Maharashtra 411037
020 2427 2050

Google Maps

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NXsy4

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You might want to call Mr Amit Pathak, the service manager there, on +91 74200 12076 before your go to schedule an appointment.

How this helps!

Okay, thank you for the help buddy. Will schedule an appointment today. Will keep you guys updated.

**brokenbinil** · 03-22-2019, 01:43 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Good morning guys. Well, not so good morning for me though. Today morning while i was cleaning my bike, to my horror i saw that this sensor was disconnected. Not sure what this does but i am really worried now. I will be going to the service center today evening. However, do any of you guys know what this sensor is for? Its on the right side near the engine block head. Also, im from nigdi and i can see 2 benelli outlets in google. One in baner and the other a bit far away (A B automotive center). Can you guys help me out as to which service centre to be visited?

Thanks.

I am no very sure but this looks like the sensor which goes into the air filter. Don't see an immediate threat. Take it to SVC soon. I will be doing some clean up on my bike tomorrow. If I get to see this sensor I will confirm too. Do confirm once you get it fixed if does before I can respond.

**EagleArrow** · 03-22-2019, 01:55 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

I am no very sure but this looks like the sensor which goes into the air filter. Don't see an immediate threat. Take it to SVC soon. I will be doing some clean up on my bike tomorrow. If I get to see this sensor I will confirm too. Do confirm once you get it fixed if does before I can respond.

Okay, thanks a lot binil. I called up the manager amit and told him abt it. After seeing the pics, he told me if the wire is damaged we might have to replace the whole wiring costing 49k! I am totally dumb struck by this and now I'm really contemplating if i should visit SVC or not. Is the issue really that serious, or is the service center guy just trying to pull a fast one on me. Not sure what to do now.

**brokenbinil** · 03-22-2019, 02:00 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Okay, thanks a lot binil. I called up the manager amit and told him abt it. After seeing the pics, he told me if the wire is damaged we might have to replace the whole wiring costing 49k! I am totally dumb struck by this and now I'm really contemplating if i should visit SVC or not. Is the issue really that serious, or is the service center guy just trying to pull a fast one on me. Not sure what to do now.

That's kind of stupid for him to say that u have to change wiring for sensor damage. I am sure that the sensor can be replaced on its own too. Our bikes have so many sensors, imagine replacing the harness for every sensor failure. Had it been Bangalore, I would have called you home and got it checked.
Visit the svc, make sure he opens the bike up in front of you, figure out where this sensor fits. And what it is for. If it's the air filter unit, I don't think it should be a challenge as it senses intake air quality and O2 levels. The sensor seems intact to sense that.

What's worrying is that how did it come off? And why does it look damaged, like something bit it off :O

**EagleArrow** · 03-22-2019, 02:34 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

That's kind of stupid for him to say that u have to change wiring for sensor damage. I am sure that the sensor can be replaced on its own too. Our bikes have so many sensors, imagine replacing the harness for every sensor failure. Had it been Bangalore, I would have called you home and got it checked.
Visit the svc, make sure he opens the bike up in front of you, figure out where this sensor fits. And what it is for. If it's the air filter unit, I don't think it should be a challenge as it senses intake air quality and O2 levels. The sensor seems intact to sense that.

What's worrying is that how did it come off? And why does it look damaged, like something bit it off :O

Yes, i was of the same opinion too. Replacing the whole harness is just illogical and i don't think any manufacturer would design such a thing in the first place. Thanks a lot for your input binil. I'm a bit relieved now knowing that its something related to air filter. I will keep you updated.

**EagleArrow** · 03-22-2019, 07:17 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Hey binil, here's an update. I left office late and since the svc is 25km from my place, i couldn't go as they accept bikes only till 6pm. I had some time at hand, so i went through the service manual. I found that the connector is of oil pressure sensor and found where it sits. The sensor seemed a bit damaged/ melted, however I inserted the sensor and it sat like a glove. Now i turn on the engine and the oil indication light glows. I don't know what to make of this. Is the sensor faulty or some issue with the pressure? Well, the bike was at 52 deg temp when i started it, so i doubt if its the oil pressure. If i have to replace the oil pressure switch and connector, any idea how much it costs? Also, if you look closely, you can see melted plastic on the exhaust pipe. My guess is, the sensor connector somehow got disconnected and was resting on the exhaust pipe causing it to melt. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks

I see, here's the exact reason for damage. Also, i can confirm that the damage is only of the external sleeve and the single wire inside is intact and untouched.

**EagleArrow** · 03-22-2019, 11:46 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

Has anyone here tried LED Headlight bulbs in your T3? I have been contemplating but doubt if the heatsink will fit in the head light assembly.

Hi binil, i bought these LED's claimed to have a heat sink height of 23mm. installed it today and they fit perfectly. They are pretty cheap and hence not sure about the life. They are definitely better than the stocks. Will add pic of light throw later.

https://www.amazon.in/Zhuotop-Headlight-Bulbs-Driving-Lamps/dp/B07K6K2J8J/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

**brokenbinil** · 03-23-2019, 10:13 AM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Hey binil, here's an update. I left office late and since the svc is 25km from my place, i couldn't go as they accept bikes only till 6pm. I had some time at hand, so i went through the service manual. I found that the connector is of oil pressure sensor and found where it sits. The sensor seemed a bit damaged/ melted, however I inserted the sensor and it sat like a glove. Now i turn on the engine and the oil indication light glows. I don't know what to make of this. Is the sensor faulty or some issue with the pressure? Well, the bike was at 52 deg temp when i started it, so i doubt if its the oil pressure. If i have to replace the oil pressure switch and connector, any idea how much it costs? Also, if you look closely, you can see melted plastic on the exhaust pipe. My guess is, the sensor connector somehow got disconnected and was resting on the exhaust pipe causing it to melt. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

I see, here's the exact reason for damage. Also, i can confirm that the damage is only of the external sleeve and the single wire inside is intact and untouched.

I was just writing to you about this. Yes, it's the engine sensor. I was confused because the picture you shared was near to the frames of the bike. I realised the air filter sensor is ecliptic in shape. After you fixed it back. I think it's a sensor for oil levels. It should nto cost a lot and I'm sure it comes seperatly. I will be visiting svc for something today. Will ask then.

My bike has been emitting a faint howling sound when the engine starts. Not sure what it is. Will keep you all posted.

On the move so will reply about the led lights later.

**EagleArrow** · 03-23-2019, 10:47 AM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

I was just writing to you about this. Yes, it's the engine sensor. I was confused because the picture you shared was near to the frames of the bike. I realised the air filter sensor is ecliptic in shape. After you fixed it back. I think it's a sensor for oil levels. It should nto cost a lot and I'm sure it comes seperatly. I will be visiting svc for something today. Will ask then.

My bike has been emitting a faint howling sound when the engine starts. Not sure what it is. Will keep you all posted.

On the move so will reply about the led lights later.

Alright! Thank you for the support binil.i will be looking to replace the sensor soon. Will keep you updated.

**brokenbinil** · 03-24-2019, 01:41 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Alright! Thank you for the support binil.i will be looking to replace the sensor soon. Will keep you updated.

Checked with the svc here. The sensor with cable till connector to the again harness is available. Estimated will be around 1500 bucks or less. Plus whatever labour.

**EagleArrow** · 03-24-2019, 02:02 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

Checked with the svc here. The sensor with cable till connector to the again harness is available. Estimated will be around 1500 bucks or less. Plus whatever labour.

Thanks a lot binil. That's relieving to know. Btw, here are som pics of light throw. Kindly note that the ground ahead of my bike is elevated at a height of approx 1 feet. The visibility is good at dark areas, but since the light temp is 6000k, the light is not much bright in decently lit areas due to coloure temp.

Pic1 : No light
Pic 2: Low beam
Pic 3: High beam
Pic 4: Low beam + High beam (pass light)

**brokenbinil** · 03-24-2019, 05:44 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Thanks a lot binil. That's relieving to know. Btw, here are som pics of light throw. Kindly note that the ground ahead of my bike is elevated at a height of approx 1 feet. The visibility is good at dark areas, but since the light temp is 6000k, the light is not much bright in decently lit areas due to coloure temp.

Pic1 : No light
Pic 2: Low beam
Pic 3: High beam
Pic 4: Low beam + High beam (pass light)

Hey, the lights as far as I know, the stock headlight does not have enough space to fix LED lights with the heat sink and the back cover. I have heard a few people fix without the back cover. In general the reflector of the older 300s are not great in matter of spread, hence whatever light you use, it did not work well. However I had recently replaced my headlight, I have noticed that the light throw is better. I am assuming some feedback from initial days worked.

Another issue with LED lights, even in matter of AUX lights is that there isn't much depth hence high speed visibility is always a issue.
I have been using Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited Lazer. It's fabulous. Sunlight Yellow color.

**EagleArrow** · 03-24-2019, 06:30 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

Hey, the lights as far as I know, the stock headlight does not have enough space to fix LED lights with the heat sink and the back cover. I have heard a few people fix without the back cover. In general the reflector of the older 300s are not great in matter of spread, hence whatever light you use, it did not work well. However I had recently replaced my headlight, I have noticed that the light throw is better. I am assuming some feedback from initial days worked.

Another issue with LED lights, even in matter of AUX lights is that there isn't much depth hence high speed visibility is always a issue.
I have been using Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited Lazer. It's fabulous. Sunlight Yellow color.

Oh is it, seems like this particular LED is an exception in terms of heatsink size. I was aware of the max height available inside the dust cap (31mm) and was hence looking for something under 30mm. This one is around 26mm (as advertised) i guess and i did not find any issue in placing back the dust cover back. Agree on the reflector part though. i was thinking of buying OSRAM NBU but wasn't sure how much of an improvement it would be above stock.

I have previously ordered 2 aux lights too, but yet to install them due to the unavailability of the clamps.

**EagleArrow** · 03-26-2019, 03:41 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by brokenbinil View Post

Hey, the lights as far as I know, the stock headlight does not have enough space to fix LED lights with the heat sink and the back cover. I have heard a few people fix without the back cover. In general the reflector of the older 300s are not great in matter of spread, hence whatever light you use, it did not work well. However I had recently replaced my headlight, I have noticed that the light throw is better. I am assuming some feedback from initial days worked.

Another issue with LED lights, even in matter of AUX lights is that there isn't much depth hence high speed visibility is always a issue.
I have been using Osram Nightbreaker Unlimited Lazer. It's fabulous. Sunlight Yellow color.

Hi binil, i must tell you, you were bang on! on stating that LEDs don't have much depth. I did observe this on a highway night ride day before. However, i got additional 4 LED's installed which i had previously bought and now the night highway ride seems much more easier and brighter to ride. Here are a few pics. And of course, i strictly use them only on highways if needed.

**brokenbinil** · 03-26-2019, 03:52 PM

Re: Benelli TNT 300 Ownership Experience

Originally posted by EagleArrow View Post

Hi binil, i must tell you, you were bang on! on stating that LEDs don't have much depth. I did observe this on a highway night ride day before. However, i got additional 4 LED's installed which i had previously bought and now the night highway ride seems much more easier and brighter to ride. Here are a few pics. And of course, i strictly use them only on highways if needed.

You look like sunlight on two wheels ... HAHAHAHA

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