Benelli TNT 600 GT Review | exhaust note | 2015
One of the reasons being its overall character, which, for a middleweight street-naked, missed that zing we were looking for. But this time around, riding a sport-tourer, we immediately knew that it’s pretty good. Surprisingly, the same 600cc motor feels more at home propelling a sport-tourer, rather than a street-fighter.
The sport-tourer we are talking about is the Benelli TNT 600 GT, which shares its vital organs with the 600i. And, although they seem quite similar on paper, it’s a different story out in this crazy world. For starters, the GT isn’t as attractive as the 600i, but sports touring body panels that lend it a unique identity. The exclusive projector headlamp, the detachable saddle bags and a considerably larger 27 litre fuel tank bolster the GT’s touring credentials.
What’s also special on this Benelli are the spot-on ergonomics - the well-positioned handlebar and seat allow for a relaxed time in the saddle. And, the combination of a supple seat and a pliant suspension setup makes sure you can ride for hours without ending up with a numb backside. Now, all of this is fine. But what makes this GT an admirable touring machine is the mechanical package, which consists of a silky smooth six-speed gearbox, an in-line four, 600cc, liquid-cooled unit with 80.8 horses and 55 Newtons on tap. That’s 3Nm of torque more than the 600i, which weighs 15kg less, and lugs around 12 litres less fuel.
Fine-tuned for long-distance touring, the 600cc motor in the GT is surprisingly tractable. Be it going through smaller villages and crowded townships or zipping through open stretches of tarmac, this four-pot engine feels like it was designed to do all of the abovementioned things. Whether lumbering along at 30kph or doing speeds in excess of 185kph, the engine does it all without any signs of stress, all in sixth gear.
If there’s an urge to up the pace, simply shift down a couple of cogs, wring the throttle and you’ll experience a decent rush of power. Thankfully, this exercise isn’t erratic, as there’s enough juice right from 2500rpm to the redline of close to 11,000rpm, with a typical jolt at around 7000rpm. But here’s the catch - the dual disc brakes upfront and the single disc at the rear aren’t really the best we've seen of late. They lack bite. Plus, the added weight does make itself felt around a series of tight corners where, for obvious reasons, the GT doesn’t feel as agile as it’s skimpily-dressed sibling.
But at the end, the TNT 600 GT fares better than the 600i. With its commendable ride quality, and a sound mechanical as well as dynamic package, it’s a motorcycle that could easily conquer the twisty back roads nearly as well as a sportsbike, and yet make open-road travel as enjoyable and comfortable as a full-blown tourer. DSK has priced the GT at ₹5.62 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). It seems that the Kawasaki Ninja 650 has a serious battle on its hands, and we'd love to pit them head-on pretty soon.
The numbers
4cyl, in-line, 600cc, 80.8bhp, 55Nm, 6M, fuel tank: 27 litres, 223kg, 19kpl, ₹5.62 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi)
The verdict
A capable sport-tourer with sorted ergonomics and sound mechanicals
/ @mumbikernikhil
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watching your old vlogs is so much pleasing........☺☺
Watching this vlog when you are already a celebrity... Struggling days are priceless. God bless you
hey Nikhil.. i am looking for comparison between this bike and kawasaki versys 650. your views ? Didnt find any videos here in youtube that compares the two
Good one nikhil. No ABS is a bit of a turn off though!
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
aditya dusange yeh, they should atleast hav an option
Yup it will be awesome to take it for long tours.Btw I saw BMW K1800 GT on Sunday as well as Monday -Western exp highway & Parel itc, I was literally blown away by the sheer size and power of that bike.Its got huge comfy seats plus it's just tremendous to look at. Pls pls try to review BMW K1800 GT.
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Swapneel TheHeWTFcar benelli is cheaper than bmw na but hehehe. bmw k 18000 is the father of alll touring bike
@swapneeldahi
9 жыл бұрын
Mumbiker Nikhil yeah benneli its much cheaper n affordable.K1800 is a terrific blend of a cruiser n sports bike, the rider doesn't have to bend his back while riding, the rider looked so comfortable. But too expensive.Anyways I'm waiting for Ur next long touring vlog(to Delhi I suppose). Ur Bangalore vlog is my favorite.
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Swapneel TheHeWTFcar thanks bro.... yeh aiming for delhi lese when.. stuck wid work yaaar... papi stomach ka savaaal hehee
That is Husquarvna Nuda 900 R at the back at the showroom!!... At what place is the showroom..
Just saw this video nick , Kaha se Kaha tak poch Gaya re .. I wish you good luck man !! Cheers !!!
Arre Waah Nikhil!!! You did this kind of stuff as well? You have worked very hard on your journey as a youtuber... All the best... There'll be a day you'll touch 10 million as well... Keep going man!!!
hi is this sounds same as like 600i?
@MumbikerNikhil
8 жыл бұрын
+Rohan Kothawale yes almost... 600i sounds lil better
I test drove TNT 300 inside the compound only..but still it was a great experience.
1. Stock exhausts are ixil? or its an option? 2. Compared to 650r which should one prefer?
@MumbikerNikhil
8 жыл бұрын
+Siddhanth Sharma stock. benelli gt is extreme touring machine compare to ninja 650r
@siddhanthsharma2021
8 жыл бұрын
+Mumbiker Nikhil Thanks. Was looking for medium sports with an inline. Thing is 650r and honda 650F sounds nothing close to an inline
Nikhil bhai, very nice video quite informative !
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Mehul Kumar thanks bhai :D
Hi bro nice video..but the visuals of bike is not at all good. Can you do a video with hero hx250r please......
Mumbiker Nikhil nice video👍. Waiting for odr Benelli bike reviews too
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Aditya Mantri yeh bro , as thr other bikes was still on TC no. so may b in 4-5 days
@adi9882
9 жыл бұрын
Mumbiker Nikhil ok bro.. np waiting for ur nxt vlog👍
There will be an abs version soon.. What do you guys think about benelli's reliability? Any bad experience anyone?!
Nice review. Enjoyed it bro...
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Charanganesh Vaithianathan thxz dude
Hi Nikhil, Good review, amazingly described it man! PS: was looking fwd for the ramp that was at 4:05 ;), but it's off the vid. :(
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Nikhil Karande wat ramp bro?
@cerebralniksk
9 жыл бұрын
the elevated road just opp. showroom der on same lane u riding back at 4:05... it's a freakin RAMP on highway for vehicles goin 70kph+ ;)
we really miss mn rivews .
Nice bike
nikhil has the new ktm duke 390 with slipper cluth and some minor changes been launched?
Nice vedio bro the best review good keep it. Up
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
zeeshan arif thx bro...
Superb bro and the bike is awsm
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Sushil Gavande thx bro :D
Mumbiker Nikhil bro have buy this bike Is awesome look
Solid bike😎
an amazing bike ........ as you said not good for the city rides... Fuel tank capacity is pretty good. *AMAZING* Exhaust note: the stock exhausts just sounds to plane...... other exhausts like akp or twin bro would sound even for fantastic on 'em. *THUMBS-UP*
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Thobias Ainickal Sebastian yeh ,... :)
@TobyAinickalSebastian
9 жыл бұрын
Mumbiker Nikhil *THUMBSUP*
Awesome bro ur the Best.
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
gautam s thank you bro :)
awesome awesome awesome mera bahi awesome
Good review
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Dhruv Mandlik shukran
Shit, is that a Husqvarna Nuda 900r in the background in the beginning?
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Vikas Acharya yes, it is :). belongs to the owner of the showroom.
@vikas
9 жыл бұрын
This is the Triumph showroom on the highway right? What time does the owner get in?
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Vikas Acharya yes its on the highway... no idea abt wt time does the owner gets in...
@NikhilMohan9
9 жыл бұрын
Vikas Acharya Reminded me of RJ ;)
Dude plz try 2 mak a review on the Harley iron 883.. 🙏🙏🙏
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Ambika Shetty wenever i get my hands on it... harley does allow test ride like this..
@ambikaashetty7622
9 жыл бұрын
Mumbiker Nikhil and wt if its a prsnl bike?
why can't the er6n and versys sound that way
@maniya6830
5 жыл бұрын
Cause they're parallel twin engines and benelli is simply known for the sound it makes .
Benelli Bikes are overpriced ... That's one of the cons maybe .. Kawasaki is far more attractive .... :) also liked the video (y) :)
Dude!!Are u in Goa?
which showroom was this at ?
Fuckkk!! Husqvarna Nuda!!! Such a lovely bike to see
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Ashwin Divakar yeh ryte ? it reminded me of royal jordanian
N every time i visit Mumbai n if i c a duke 390 i feel lik its ur bike..
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Ambika Shetty haha.. :). hope ill cu one day
Any one watching in2020
Nice bike! Give me ride too :P just kidding ty for the review
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Ashwin Nayaka hahah take naa, go to benelli showroom and ask for a test ride :D
@ashwin59
9 жыл бұрын
Hahah :P ok
😍😍😍😍😍😍😎😎😎
Watching in 2k 18 give like to vedio
Dude upgrade your bike to tnt.
@MumbikerNikhil
9 жыл бұрын
Manoj Pattar i want to bro, lese when ...
Nuda 😍😍😍😍
sounds awful.