Engineered by Benelli for the sport motorcycle segment, the 2002 Benelli Tornado Limited Edition (Italian version) utilizes a 898 cc (54.8 cu in) liquid-cooled in-line three, four-stroke layout. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 144 HP (105.1 kW) at 12,000 rpm while maximum torque reaches 93.2 Nm (68.7 lb-ft) at 8,800 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 6-speed gearbox. With a specific output of 160.4 HP per liter and a 3,200 rpm working window between peak torque (8,800 rpm) and peak power (12,000 rpm), the engine character is placing it firmly in high-revving supersport territory where top-end breathing dominates.
On the scales, the Tornado Limited Edition (Italian version) measures 185 kg (408 lbs) dry, translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.78 HP/kg (1.28 kg per horsepower). Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 810 mm (31.9 in) seat height — offering a neutral standover height that accommodates most average-inseam riders without sacrificing cornering clearance, combined with a 1,395 mm (54.9 in) wheelbase engineered for quick, flickable steering geometry.
Specific Output
160.4 HP/L
Power-to-Weight
0.78 HP/kg (1.28 kg/HP)
Power Band Window
8,800–12,000 rpm
Standover Height
810 mm (31.9 in)
Engine
Displacement898.0 ccm (54.80 cubic inches)
Engine TypeIn-line three, four-stroke
Engine DetailsIn-line three, four-stroke
Power144.0 HP (105.1 kW)) @ 12000 RPM
Torque93.2 Nm (9.5 kgf-m or 68.7 ft.lbs) @ 8800 RPM
Compression11.8:1
Bore x Stroke88.0 x 49.2 mm (3.5 x 1.9 inches)
Valves/Cylinder4
CoolingLiquid
Transmission
Gearbox6-speed
Chassis
Wheelbase1395 mm (54.9 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre120/70-17
Rear Tyre190/50-17
Front BrakesDual disc
Front Brake Ø320 mm (12.6 inches)
Rear BrakesSingle disc
Rear Brake Ø180 mm (7.1 inches)
Dimensions & Weight
Dry Weight185.0 kg (407.9 pounds)
Power/Weight0.7784 HP/kg
Seat Height810 mm (31.9 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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