Benelli TNT 600 GT | Road Test Review

But just because this bike is comfortable to ride and has good manners does not mean that it is not aggressive. Sitting at its heart is an inline 4-cylinder, 600cc engine which has the power of 83 stallions. The engine is a high revving one and the meat of the power lies high up in the band but post 7500rpm one can really feel the pace setting in as the surge of power forces you to crouch in. The engine puts out 54.6Nm of torque which is enough for steep gradients or even motoring in higher gears at lower revs. The peak torque however comes in at 10500rpm while the peak power of 83.9bhp comes in at 11500rpm which is in the red line of the power band. The 600 GT is quick to a 100kmph and just keeps climbing on the speedo until checked. Unfortunately our country does not offer too many roads where the true uninterrupted potential of this bike can be realised.

Borrowing from its rich lineage the Benelli TNT 600 GT is agile and fleet footed as well making it a real treat to ride on winding roads. You can shift balance quite easily and don't need to put in too much effort to maneuver this bike around. The 600 GT rides on 120/ 70 R17 Pirelli tyres in the front and fat 180/ 55 R17 Pirelli tyres in the rear. The tyres come as stock fitment and provide phenomenal grip on and off tarmac. The 600 GT has a inverted telescopic fork up front and an adjustable monoshock in the rear. The suspension set up soaks in bumps and jolts from bad roads with ease thus making it quite ideal for touring Indian roads. With great power comes great responsibility and that can only be done if you stop in time. The 600 GT has dual hydraulic perforated discs in the front and a single perforated disc in the rear. The front brakes are quite accurate and sharp however we felt the rear brakes could do with more bite and the addition of ABS would be a much welcomed move.

The Benelli TNT 600 GT comes with standard fit sissy guards and optional 25 litre panniers are also available on offer. The bike does have the true makings of a tourer, featuring a broad and comfy saddle as well as an ergonomically designed rider position which syncs up well with the foot pegs and handle bar. The switch gear is also top notch and comes with good touch and feel. On the looks front the TNT 600 GT is an eye catcher but leans more towards operational practicality. So coming in at Rs. 6,01,000 (ex-showroom Delhi), this is not only an affordable touring bike but also has enough zeal, panache and power to delight your senses. It is, in my opinion, worthy of being called the Italian Stallion.