Hi , nice review and at this time , have never seen one on the road . But most of the reviews , like it .

Sometimes I like reading the subtitles before clicking on the vid. “Exit writer here” “Test riding the banana leaf” 🤪 Thorough review, good work!

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like I wrote it. 🤣

The side profile of the bike is beautiful!! Reminds me of a Ducati Diavel!

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yeap and the benelli 502 trk is like the multistrada..

@Paul-pb3vq

3 жыл бұрын

Yes me to at a fraction of the price.

@florme6494

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, and I suppose I’m a cheap arse because I would never spend the amount of money that the Ducati cost. I like the entire Benelli range. I reckon they will eventually get a hold of their deserved market share.

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

I how do too, but it's taking longer than it should in the UK. 👍

Shor......ter 🤣👍 nice, review mukka. I’m round the corner from M&Ps and was surprised to see Benelli’s available after quite a while. Just nosing around to see the different bikes in action and views. 502c has caught my eye even though I’m tall...er 🤦‍♂️🤷‍♂️🤣.

Hi Exeter this is not a bad bike looks like a good cruise all day bike nice watching the world go by nice review

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Tom, yes it was quite comfortable. I was impressed overall. 👍

The more I see this bike, the more I like it...not really ever considered a cruiser type bike before..But I am tempted !

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

It looks better gave to face aswell. 👍🍻

Great reveiw mate, and thanks to you I popped down to CMS to take a look, I'm hoping to take my mod 2 as soon as covid allows, and was thinking of making this my step up from the 125 I currently have. Have been toying with a sports tourer after riding to work in the great south west weather we have had lately, but keep getting drawn back to this bike.....

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick, nice to hear from a local. CMS have a good range don't they. The royal enfeild meteor will be out next year. That looks good aswell. I hope we can meet someone. Maybe I could do up a video if you get a new one. Stay in contact

@cydrosmil

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Will do buddy, will check your FB page and let you know how i get on.

Great Job ! thank you

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching it 👌

Great review, cheers fella!

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

🙏📺😎

Another great review :-)

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Very kind and much appreciated thanks 👍

I'm liking this bike the more I see it. Pity it's €6900 here in Ireland.. slightly too steep for my first bike. The 302s in neon green has my attention too what a colour!

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

That 302s looks great, up my street that would be!

Good review mate, I have the benelli leoncino 500 and puts a smile on my face everytime, 11000km and not a problem, best 500cc on the market, I owned a Honda cb500x and the benelli leoncino beats it hand down, probably won't be as reliable as the Honda or better trade in value down the road, but who cares when the benelli makes you smile everytime, unlike the boring Honda cb500x 👍

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I must admit I'm totally with you on that mate. I was following a leoncino out by a place called Cullompton where I live and I was finding it hard to keep up with it. They go pretty well. I'm getting to gather as much info as I can on the brand and tell people how good they actually are 👍🍻

These reviews are really making me want one of these

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Ha if its your thing then make it happen my friend. Only here once

@slimrockwrestlers7334

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider I've got a cb500f at the moment and not sure weather it would be worth the swop , would you say it's better than the cb500f

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@slimrockwrestlers7334 Well thing is that the 500f in my mind is one of and possibly the best 500cc bike ever made in my eyes. I'm a huge fan of it, so for me id proberly keep the 500f tbh. Build quality and ride quality is far superior on the F tbh. But it will be being a Honda of course, they take some beating!

@slimrockwrestlers7334

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider thanks for your reply , I'll probably keep my Honda then because I do still love it

I love the sound of Benelli bikes.

@exeterrider

11 ай бұрын

Yes the 500s sound great 🔊👍

I have watched you video several times so you counter has gone up lol I bought my 502c pretty much based on your straightforward honest review unridden as the local dealer in Norwich didnt have a demo and they're stock black bike identical to this is what I went for in the end.... let's hope my ££££'s are well spent as I'm a new /old biker only having become a bike since May 27th 2019 and passed my test in Nov 19.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Let me know how you get on with it. Very smooth machines. Dealer support is critical with these bikes. If you do have issues could you let me know for my knowledge bank. Thanks

@simonfaure9694

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Thanks my local dealer is in Norwich and a small diversion means they are on my way to my City centre job so couldn't be any better placed for myself but if I travelled outside Norfolk then its at least 50 to 100 between the dealer network but as I like to come to Cornwall on my annual travels I might have to try your local dealer if I don't come down in my car.

@simonfaure9694

4 жыл бұрын

Picking up on 1st March cannot wait its sitting in the back of their showroom ready to go the only aftermarket bits are some heated grips and I will fit a grab rail from an aftermarket provider and also a back seat rest so if I do take a backseater they stay on it and may a givi fly screen to reduce glare on theat LCD screen and an anti-glare cover...

i love this bike so comfy

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yes it is a real good bike.

Great review. Thanks for showing leg positioning on the bike at 0:38, it's a great help. I like the look of the bike and appreciate the gear indicator being a new rider. However, I've seen e-bikes with larger LCD screens and something less petite would have been appreciated in my opinion. Motorcycle News pointed out the wide handlebars as well, but also commented that the brake levers had quite a large span even after adjustment. Did you notice that being an issue?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Barry. No I had no issue with the lever span at all. Seemed just like my nc750 to me. The v while bike felt good to me. The front foot postion surprised me with the comfort of it. I found it quite comfortable although lower back to a bit of a beating but it was still OK.

I took that one out from CMS loved it and bought one. PX'd my 1200 bandit . The 502c is certainly nice to ride

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Brill Andy. It is a fun ride. May I ask if you have had any issues with it? And how many miles have you done.... I'll have to look out for you!

@awilson1972

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Hi. I've done 215 miles and used just over 1/2 tank so good on fuel. The only issue I've got is a false neutral. Neutral light on but still in 1st so have to let clutch out slowly just incase . Nice and flicky thought the lanes and sits comfy on dual carriageway. So yes impressed so far.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@awilson1972 brilliant Andy. It's good to hear from a owner. I'll look out for you but not seen one around Exeter yet. Would be great to see you on it. Stay in contact. Benelli get a bit of stick which I can see why from the past but the new Chinese made stuff seems to be pretty good to me but they have to have a good aftersales parts service or it will let down their customers. Stay in contact, I think your bike is awesome👍

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@awilson1972 Hi Andy, hows the 502 going? Mileage and anything you can share to potential new owners. Any info will be good. Thanks

Great review again. The Benelli designs feel a little 'corporate' for myself. Reminds me of a disappointed Queen Xenomorph.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Andrew. Yeah I get your drift with corporate but I'm OK with that. All bikes are a bit like that once you scratch under the surface I reckon.

Driving the 502c as a new owner I can only say buy one.. if you want a cruiser with a street naked look then this is it. I will admit its a bit tricky in traffic due to the wide handle bars but if you can live with that I get loads of great comments and looks and the stock exhaust sounds great in my opinion sounds like a sports bike...but it is only a 500 so if you want to go fast look at the 752 their new sports naked bike. The lights are amazingly bright and get you noticed in traffic...5*****

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear from a owner. Its definitely a confidence buying issue people have with these bikes. The TRK I have done alot of research on and it has very few issues with long term ownership but just the odd warrenty issue here and there. Have you had any issues with yours, what were they and what milage have you done on yours? It's useful info for everyone else if you would be so kind 👍

@simonfaure9694

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider To be fair I've only had it since the 1st March so need to get past the 500 mile service point yet still under that but I don't have any issues developing or noticeable after the first 250 miles so will keep you posted hopefully by tomorrow another 50 miles done.

Just got one yesterday and I love it.......

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Congrats Brian. lovely bikes and the screen is possibly the best screen I have laid my eyes on.

Good review, I know a lot of people arent in favour of Chinese bikes. But I think they are doing a great job with the Benelli range. Im looking forward to the Leoncino 800 and the trail version.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Me too! People don't take to Japanese bikes in the 60sand 70s but they done ok👍😉

@ttmadness34

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider exactly.

I've bought a couple of modern Benelli bikes and joined the UK club. It turns out, these bikes are one of the best kept secrets in the UK at the moment. However, many thousands are being sold across the world where buyers have cottoned on to the fact that "The Bang for the Buck" of these bikes is unbeatable! The 500cc twin cylinder engine, used in several models, is turbine smooth, and provides plenty of power and drive-ability to suit road riding. Other manufacturers would love to have the sales figures of these bike outside the UK.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

I agree, I wish benelli would let me have more to review tbh. They should be doing better than they are

@speedfinder1

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider In Italy, they are outselling their nearest rival my some margin. The TRK 500 is Italy's most popular bike.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedfinder1 I've been having to get on a TRK for 2 years now 😔

@speedfinder1

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Personally, I think you won't be disappointed when you finally get to test one.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@speedfinder1 that's the annoying thing. It's already got my award for sub 700cc adventure bike but I can't give it off I haven't tried it lol

I have ridden the Leoncino and found it not bad for a 500 as it shares the same engine as the 502c, seat was a bit hard on your bum, but there are OEM alternatives, I then rode the Royal Enfield Interceptor, this was a similar ride, however I like the look of this as its quirky, I reckon you have to want one as its resale value wont be enormous just because of its pedigree. Never the less if I was to invest in a naked cruiser I would lean towards these you get quite a bit for your £ Good and honest review.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks TR.👍

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

P. S I totally agree about the resale value

I want to try the trk 502x. This does look nice though.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I am hoping to try one soon!

Hmmm, down the Turf eh? Hope it was only a coke lol. Benelli usually use Suzuki engines, if that one is the same, it should be bullet-proof. Nice review mate, keep them coming! RSM8

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers Ian , pub was closed...and it started to rain right in the middle of the walk round!

@DJShadow1966

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider ah bummer nothing worse than watered down beer, I mean coke. 😊

Try the Leoncino , great review mate :)

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Cheers phil. Sorry I left my helmet off again, I must try harder 🤣

@PhilipKerry

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider :)

Just ordered one of these. I thought a nice touch on the bike was the supplied fitted paddock stand bobbins. May be a small thing but useful addition that I’ve never seen supplied with any other bike👍

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

Very true Geoff, if only they could all do that! Congrats, stay in contact and let me know if you have any issues. They sound lovely. When's delivery? Where are you based?

@AZQ891

Жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Hi. I’m based in Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire. Went to an “open day” today at The Bike Sanctuary near Northampton. They were doing some good deals including £250 off new purchase today, and free local delivery. Couldn’t resist. Had already test ridden the standard Benelli 500 which felt good, but just sitting on the 500C I new it was the one for me. Got to wait patiently for delivery in approx 10 days or so. I’m a 67yr old kid waiting for his new “toy”. 😎

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

@@AZQ891 67 is nothing, and great to see your still buying new toys 👍🍻🍻

@AZQ891

Жыл бұрын

Hi. A follow up to previous. Received delivery Saturday after a few delays apparently due to electrical problems re blank dash display. Dealer claimed they had the same fault with another one. Had bike 2 days and same fault has occurred. Display worked for one day, then today nothing. Returning to dealer tomorrow. Wonder if this could be a big hiccup to spoil good reviews?

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

@@AZQ891 damn electronics on bikes these days are such a pain....very hit and miss !!! I hope they sort it for you soon....and for good! I haven't heard of this issues on these bikes I must admit.

Hi mate, love the review. I’m about to do my DAS after 30 years away from riding, and am looking at the 502c or the Vulcan S when I’m done…. I’d guess it’s between a new 502c or 2nd hand Vulcan…. Any thoughts? I really like the look of the Benelli, but have yet to see any feedback on longer.-term reliability and build quality issues…. Cheers.

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

I can't really comment because I haven't tried the vulcan. The benelli is reliable but not as much as the vulcan is the truth of it. But depends on your budget really

Great review! Thinking of grabbing one of these in the next year or should I wait for the bigger CC model?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Sorry I somehow missed this comment. No get the 500, it's more suited to the bike. I actually prefer this grunty engine to the 752 engine.

@dannyevo5044

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Thanks :) Think I might just stick some tape across the light sensor so the dash is always in one mode xD

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I'm sure noone would notice 🤣anytime buddy👍🍻🏍️

i've had my old Benelli 900 Sei since 1986, it might just be time to sell the six and use some of the money to buy the new Benelli 502C. I really love the styling and at £5.5k on the road it's excellent value.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Nice bike. I bet your bike is worth a some money now. But having it that long I expect you won't want to part with it!

I wouldn't concider this a premium product considering it's price. But a nice bike non the less.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Rides like a premium bike for sure though 👍

Is the footrest of the bike adjustable? I'm kinda a small guy but I really really love the design and the fact that it's a baby Diavel just make me want to own one badly.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I think you will be fine on it. The height and width of the handlebars may be more of a issue. If you like it now you will like it more once you sit on one for sure 👍🍻

Another nice review. Not sure about long term reliability.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yeap. They have a uphill battle to gain confidence of others. There has been very few issues with the TRK range and mainly just speedo cables. If they can get their after sales right and get the parts in 24hours they will be sorted. It was a great bike to ride.

Late reply just seen vid what are your comments on filtering I'd assume quite hard if not impossible what with handlebar width

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

Yes they are to wide for that really. It would put you on edge. 👍

I have heard a few complaints about the 502x being slightly heavier high up, making turning difficult.

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

Yes its a little top heavy I agree, but not too bad. You get used to it.

Thank you for this excellent review E. R. I am 65 and planning to get back into biking after a hiatus of about 40 years. Thus I am looking for a beginners bike and put an eye on the 502C. Do you think this bike will fit a beginner? I worry a bit about its weight. My first choice before I stumbled over the Benelli was the CB500F. I read in some comments below that you think the Honda is superior but somehow I fell in love with the 502C. Greetings from Austria and thanks in advance for your advice.

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

Great to know I'm reaching you! You will soon get used to the weight. The bars are large and it can put pressure on your lower back so bear that in mind. Yes the 500f is better in many ways, but if 502 is the way you want to go then go for it my friend! 👍🍻

@FTStratLP

Жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Thank you for your quick reply. I let you know about my decision.🙂

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

@@FTStratLP Please do Thankyou, goodluck

Is there possibility to attach back pack (box for helmet and other stuff) on the back of this model??

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

People have done but not sure how they did it

Hi ,great review. I live in China. Now I'm torned between this benelli and the Kawasaki Vulcan s .Vulcan costs over 11500 pounds here in China. Is the Vulcan worth the extra money ?

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a big fan of the Vulcan so I'd say yes it is 👍🍻

Can we carry essential items for long tour along with pillion?, or extension to do ?

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Not really. You will need a rear rack for it

I recently took the plunge and bought one in Australia, performance is excellent. Annoyingly it has an unusual and strong vibration at 3500 - 4000 rpm range in all gears... Feels like something is not right in the front end??

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Can't say I noticed that myself at the time. No bike is perfect if course but first port of call is get the front wheel off the ground and give it a wiggle to check the bearings I suppose, might be a dealer job to check through?

@murrayhyde4902

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Thanks i will check with the dealer..

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Id be inserted if they find something let me know. Thanks for viewing 👍💯

@murrayhyde4902

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider hi Exeter Rider. Dealer did an engine diagnostic check. No issues. I'm putting it down to a few vibrations. An engine not as smooth as my little Yamaha.. Over sensitive hearing (me?).. SOlution... rev it harder and enjoy the ride. 1500 km down. The 502c performs beautifully. Highway speeds (not speeding) are relaxing. And around town it is quick off the mark and easy to handle.. At this stage its a big thumbs up. cheers

You should put the camera on the front bottom of your helmet. When your riding. You can literally only see the right mirror.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Tried that, it didn't work because the camera got far too twitchy. On this particular video is worse than my others because when I done the vwalkround someone walked initio my helmet and moved the camera. Normally you can see the dash etc.

Hi. Nice review! I ordered this bike, but it come in one month, and now i can't try it. In my country 502c will star to sell just in october/ november. Can you tell what is your hight? Thaks in advance.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Hi, i am 5 foot 8 inches with a 30inch inside leg. Let me know when you get the bike 👍

Would you say it is better than the Honda 500 cc range?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

They both have different quality's is the honest answer. The benelli seat was more comfortable and had a great dash but the Honda had a better handlebar set up and switch gear.

This bike looks great, only the passenger-seat is to small. I would not buy it like this. I dont know a lot about cutomizition, but does anyone know if its possible to extend the passenger-seat? Which kind of workshop would offer such kind of customization and how much would this cost approximately? Sorry for the bad english.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

It is small on the rear yes. It would be a couple days work to knock up a new one plus adapting the seat. So it would be a big job.

@olddirtyb4st3rd

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider I thought so too. Thank you for the fast answer. One more question, if you dont mind : Is there a possibility to mount a sissybar ex factory? I cant see any attachment-rig. Thanks a lot in advance :)

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Sissy bar? I had to Google that one! No not really unless custom made again.

@olddirtyb4st3rd

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider haha, nevertheless, thank you for the helpfull answers!

Right now, I am tinkering about getting a new bike. It is a toss between the Leoncino or this 502c. This looks much cooler IMO, but I will never buy again a bike just based on looks (did this with my first one, and had to suffer until now. Leoncino might be more sensible, as I need to attach a bit of luggage.Seems not possible with this Baby Diavel. But man, she does look cool...will decide after a test ride. Either way, I hope it will not too big a quality difference to my current Yamaha. We shall see...at least Benelli German headquarters nearby.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Sandra, I think I would go leoncino. Better seat, easier to filter, better luggage options, still looks great. If I'm honest I think I would get rid of the badge on the front mud guard.

@SandraOrtmann1976

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Yes, I almost think so. I already sat on the Leoncino last year, and it felt great (good knee angle, upright seating position, very important for me). My current bike is an XT 600 E, so I really want to keep the comfortable seating position, but loose the seat height. I slapped some big boxes onto it. I know this is most likely not possible with either the Leoncino nor the 502C. But with the Leoncino, maybe at least a topcase plus two soft panniers might be possible. I guess no such thing on the 502c...But still, I will take at least a look at it.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yea, I have been on the forums and they seem to have little issue with the engines, a few coolant leaks here and there and that's all. Still hard to get over the Chinese bike thing. But people had that attitude in the 70s with Japanese bikes and they done OK 😉🏍️👍

@SandraOrtmann1976

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it's a big leap of faith for me. My Yam run almost 20 years without any issues. But I think as I have German Benelli headquarters nearby, I might take the risk. I tried the Honda 500 cc and 650 cc range, and I felt not comfortable on any on them. Sadly, nothing for me regarding Yamaha (Ténéré is lovely to look at, but then I will need a ladder to climb on). My husband will keep his Yam (same model as mine, he is perfectly fine), so I cannot go too big regarding HPs. In that regard, these two Benellis might work fine. Question nobody can answer: how long will they last? But maybe Chinese bikes are not as bad as many think...Guess somebody has to do it...

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yes your right. On the flip side to the Chinese bike benelli thing is when/if you bought one it's a big 2 fingers up to the rest of the crowd. You may get alot of "what problems have you had" like I ask many benelli owners and they all have said so far "nothing really". Hondas and yams have there own issues but lean on the whole reliable thing which is well earned. You sound to me like the benelli is the one, the Yam has done well but I say bite the bullet and get the leoncino. If you do let me know and stay in contact 👍🍻🏍️

The bikes are good for the money but the parts situation is bad. Heard of so one through a dealer friend who had to wait several months for a new dash. Nothing like the spares backup you get from Honda.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yes the Honda parts are very good. I was told parts are just 24 hours now but it would be intresting to put that to the test, that is something they need to get on to of our they won't sell any bikes if the after sales is like that! Apart from that they are a great ride.

@MrAndrew1953

4 жыл бұрын

This is Melbourne, Australia. I was interested in a 500 Leoncelli Trail- not cheap $10K Australian. TRK502 too bulky ( I’m 5’8 & need a step ladder), overweight, underpowered. Like an Africa Twin- drop it might as well toss a match on it and start thumbing a lift.

Looks very nice. Especially the trellis swingarm but 220kg! Hell of a lump for a 500cc twin

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Yeap it is!

i know they are very different bikes - tourer vs cruiser, but did you have a preference for either this bike or the cbr 500r. I'm a newly returned veteren rider (50 yo , off the bike for 10 years). I've always had semi sports orientated bikes. But thinking maybe cruiser is a nice way to return to casual riding... any comments welcome. From Australia ! :)

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, yes a tourer is a good way to go I agree however the 500r really is stiff competition for this cruiser, and the 500r is more comfortable tbh. Tough one. Have you thought about the leoncino aswell? That's a happy medium.

@murrayhyde4902

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider thanks for your comment. Yes the dealer has a leoncino. I sat in it. Seemed fine. I ride a Mt03 now (1st bike back) and the position is similar. My thinking though is not to buy the same bike (style) twice... So bigger sports bike or bigger tourer (than mt03)

@murrayhyde4902

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider also only because i might try the cruiser. Did you like rebel 500 as much as the 502c? Thanks in advance.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

I liked those 2 equally really, but for me out of the hondas the 500f and CBR wowed me the most and the x disappointed me.

@murrayhyde4902

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider thanks again for the response. 1 last question. As mid sized sports bikes. Did you like cbr500r more than or less than the ninja 400. Both seem nice. But different reviews keep referring ro track performance. I would only ride as commute or small day tours.

Hello, looking to buy/order either this 2022 502c or 2022 honda cb500f, which is better

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

The Honda is hard to beat to be honest. Both are very different bikes.

@guypotter2301

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I'm not sure, thanks tho

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

Pending on budget, the vulcan 650?

Why did it say "comfort" on the dash?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

They have made this dash generic for up and coming Bennelli in the future which will have the same dash. Its a bit silly they left it in to be honest if its not usable.

The mirror look so dumb, though!

I'm 6' 2". Do you think I'll fit on it?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yes I think so. It will feel low to the ground for you though

@robertdeieso

4 жыл бұрын

exeter rider Perfect. Thank you. Very good review. Nice bike👍

i love this bike i just dont like the fact its a parallel twin

@exeterrider

Жыл бұрын

It works though. It has a lovely burble to the engine 🍻

Hey, do you know if this has a USB charger?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Scott. Yes , I should have mentioned that . Good of Benelli to do that. They also put one in the TRK

@scottwood3585

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider Thank you for the response. I've been scouting around for the answer for 2 days. All it kept coming back with is the TRK USB

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@scottwood3585 anytime mate, I only found out because it was mentioned to me. I think it was under near the engine but I may be thinking of something else. Infact even if it wasn't its easy to add one. I done that to my bike. Check out my USB post. Are you going to buy a 502c? What's on your shortlist?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure if it's all in my head now. I thought it may have been under the tank but I could be thinking of another bike. Sorry, will be best to not take my word for it on this one! I can find out when lock down is over but it is really easy and cheap to add one tbh.

Would it suits a taller rider? 6ft 3?

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

It is very low but the pegs are forward. I think you will be OK though, (I'm. 50/50) sit on one of you can 👍

@alexhogan1

2 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider I will indeed, going to a local shop in the coming weeks so hopefully there's one in stock.... thanks 👌

Might be great now but the real test come when the warrenty runs out

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

The TRK502 has stood the test of time. That has the same engine. It may not be Honda quality but its still more than good enough. And again the TRK also is more comfortable, cheaper, higher speced, better seat. There is a good argument to buy benelli. I had a similar discussion when I tried the RE intercepter and they also have done well. I respect your opinion👍🍻

@thisisnotmyname4970

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider fair enough my friend, I'm seriously thinking about buying a 502c but I'm gonna wait a few more years just to make sure. Currently on a Vn900 custom

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Nice bike! The 1100 rebel looks awesome but it's alot of money. To be honest the vn900 is a hell of a bike. I would keep the VN over getting the 502c to be honest. thanks for watching and commenting 👍🍻📺

There is passenger backrest available for this bike

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Ahh OK I didn't know that. Thanks 👍🍻

@billycushion9266

4 жыл бұрын

And Givi do luggage racks and a smoked windscreen for it

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@billycushion9266 Good to know🍻👍

Nice review sir.. What is the bike that you own right now? How does it compare to this benelli?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

I own A HONDA NC750X at the moment. They are 2 different bikes and for highway work that a do alot of the NC is better. Overall my nc is better because its more practical.

@ilhamsabirin4673

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider how about fuelling at low rpm? Is it bloody accurate?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@ilhamsabirin4673 yes the fuelling was very good around town. No judder Ness etc. It was spot on.

@ilhamsabirin4673

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider beside nc750x what else do u own sir? And how long u been riding?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@Ilham Sabirin hi, I have been road riding since 2004 but before that as a kid a friend of mine has a farm bike we traced around and also alot of quad biking over the years. I only own the NC750X.

Stupid question but can you add luggage?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

No such thing as a stupid question. I'd rather you asked. At the moment there are no luggage options available but a rear fabric or leather panniers bags off of the small pillion seat would work very well.

Only the name is Italien. Chinese owned. and the sound is more a old UK 360 degree thing 😛

@exeterrider

Ай бұрын

Yeap, very true👍

Back break, could be better, could be better…. You’re sat on a 5 grand bike, brand new! 😂

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

Yeap still could be better 😂👍🍻

This bike comfortable for 5.2 height bikers

@kumarbhoir7707

4 жыл бұрын

Pls rply me

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Give me a chance🤣yes it will be comfortable and easy to get your feet on the ground flat footed 👍😊🍻

@ai.nacyover7875

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider I'm 5'6. Still a little bit worry tho xD

@mlytaher4591

3 жыл бұрын

@@ai.nacyover7875 I'm 5.5 and it fits well it has only 750mm height,

Bike looks awesome but why such a crap pillion seat.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yeap I think you would have to be brave to sit on the back. I would class it as a single seater to be honest

@daraiussanjana6977

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider yes I think too unfortunately that's the reason Kawasaki Vulcan S is better to buy I guess. It has looks n comfort both.

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@daraiussanjana6977 I'm. Waiting for a vulcan to become available. They look great.

A baby Diavel? A bit of a porker but appears a strangely compelling bike. This or a 500 Rebel?

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

The benelli is a better ride. If they can win the aftersales service and win consumer confidence then I would go benelli

@raygale4198

3 жыл бұрын

I own a 2020 Rebel, I'm looking at trading it on a Leoncino, I will lose thousands. Rebel suspension is woeful, the rear is very short travel and bumps crash up through your spine, the front of mine has sagged at 2,500 km and bottoms easily. The reverse LCD (white on black) is impossible to read in the daytime, at least in Australia where we have sun. The brakes work but are very spongy, you can see the front hoses swell, the Benelli has braided lines I believe. Not happy with quality compared to my very old CT110 parked out in the garden, even my RE 350 classic rides and handles better than the Rebel.

@captainaverage721

3 жыл бұрын

@@raygale4198 I'd seriously question the notion that you'd be changing the Honda for a better quality Benelli. Personally I'd be considering fitting braided lines and maybe a progressive front spring kit and cheaper but decent rear shocks (Hagon)or whatever is available in Oz .I'm assuming this would cost about £400 not sure what that is in Aus$

@raygale4198

3 жыл бұрын

@@captainaverage721 I have already fitted longer adjustable rear shocks, added preload adjusters and longer spacers to the front. How much extra money do you pour into a brand new nearly $10,000 bike just to get it safe to ride? I spent $300 for some cheap Chineseium rear shocks just as proof of idea that the standard rears are too short, longer more compliant is better, new CB600R Linear springs are another $400 or so, braided brake lines, there are six flexibles (total front and rear) that are part of rigid brake pipe assemblies, would need the bike stripped to near bare chassis to access and replace them. Then there's the instruments that are unreadable, the Dunlop tyres that are dangerous in cold weather, fine over about 25 C. And the most bizarre one they deliberately designed in engine vibration to give the bike more 'character', take a beautiful smooth 500 twin mess with the valve timing of one cylinder, yes one only, each cylinder has different valve timing so the engine goes through resonances.

@captainaverage721

3 жыл бұрын

@@raygale4198 Aye fair enough bin it

Ok so it's so much "Italian" as it is "Chinese", they bought the company out and it's all made over here now and QC isn't the best in the business. Secondly I have an Imperiale that I ride daily and 1500kms later it already needs a replacement rear brake assembly. Thirdly they're overpriced for what they are and those engines are under powered for a 220kg bike. You'd be better off with a CFMoto 650 GT or 700CL-X, both of which are great thanks to their partnership with KTM and the latter of which has a forged 700cc engine.

@justcruise241

3 жыл бұрын

Oh, and the range is only about 170kms to a tank. They're pretty yes, but a good bike not so much. They use that same 500cc engine in everything from TRK502 to the Leoncino models.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

I really like the 500 engine. It also sounds brilliant. 👍

@justcruise241

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider 35kw on a 220kg bike just isn't enough. Same deal with the TRK502, they're underpowered. I tested both of these and the CFMoto rides I mentioned and quality wise, range (distance vs fuel capacity) as well as power to weight is better on the CFMotos. But each to their own and that's the cool thing about bikes.

@exeterrider

3 жыл бұрын

@@justcruise241 yeap exactly my view on it. They don't have much power all things considered but to me that means you see more when on tour because its a steady ride. Like you say each top they're own and that's the way I see it too👍

@justcruise241

3 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider that's true, but you'd want to make sure you have a lot of petrol stations when you are 🤭 the dealer has said the range is about 170km to a 21 litre tank. A friend who owns a Leoncino 500 has also said something similar. I think it's more of a town bike personally. They're nice ride, don't me wrong, and they are pretty, just feels like it was designed by the budget committee and could have been better. But... Had they put the four cylinder 600cc from the TNT600i in it... A man can dream ☺️

Micro-diavel

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

Yeap and alot cheaper!

@Johnnybananass-_

4 жыл бұрын

@@exeterrider totally and finally a way for new riders to get bikes that dont look like out dated old gn250s.. I think this is a bold great move, Nothing wrong with the Diavels lines, Im looking to get back to biking and this is up against the royal enfield interceptor and i feel this is nudging ahead,

@exeterrider

4 жыл бұрын

@@Johnnybananass-_ Yeap they are both good, although just be aware that these cruiser types can get a bit heavy on your lower back I personally find. Just something to put in the pot there to think about. The intercepter is a great bike also for sure.

@Johnnybananass-_

4 жыл бұрын

Good advice . I just know I’d kill myself on anything zippy or sporty . I still have scars from a previous motorcycle accident while working stateside . So something more like a lazy boy on wheels over skyrocket haha

@markformston6606

3 жыл бұрын

wash your mouth out with soap! Resemblance to the mighty Diavel is only slight. Like comparing a VW Beetle to a Porche 911 :)

Sorry another rubbish bike oh dear!

@exeterrider

2 жыл бұрын

I get more problems with 10k plus bikes than what I did with this one Ian. This is back to simple biking and there is alot to be said for that relibuilty speaking so I totally disagree it's rubbish. I would agree if it was a 15k bike where the electronics kept going wrong.