DSK Benelli has been rather quick in establishing a pretty strong foothold in the Indian performance bike segment. Currently, the DSK Benelli TNT 25 is the cheapest offering in Indian market. All this, however, could change with the advent of the TNT 135. The DSK Benelli TNT 135 made its India debut at the Auto Expo 2016. It is now being said that the DSK Benelli TNT 135 India launch date will fall in the first quarter of next year. Read on for DSK Benelli TNT 135 Price in India, Launch Date, Specifications and other details.
DSK Benelli TNT 135 India Launch Date
| Launch Date | March 2017 |
The upcoming streetnaked should be here by March, 2017. The DSK Benelli TNT 135 won’t have a direct rival in India. Hence, in most likelihood, this bike will create a niche for itself. It will target young bike aficionados looking for a thrilling yet an easy-on-pocket experience. The “monkey bike” was recently spotted testing on Indian roads for the first time. That is a clear indicator of the bike’s imminent launch in India.
Speaking about the TNT 135cc model at the opening of a new DSK Benelli showroom, Shirish Kulkarni, DSK Motowheels chariman said “We are busy completing the formalities, including trial, before commercially launching a 135cc mini bike by March next”.
DSK Benelli TNT 135 Price in India
| Minimum | Rs 1.35 Lakh |
| Maximum | Rs 1.50 Lakh |
The DSK Benelli TNT 135 will become the least priced Benelli model in India. It is expected to be priced in the range of Rs 1.35 – Rs. 1.50 Lakh (ex-showroom). Powering this bike will be a 135cc engine that will produce 12.6 BHP and 10 Nm.
DSK Benelli TNT 135 Specifications
| Engine | 135cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled |
| Maximum power | 12.6 BHP |
| Peak Torque | 10 Nm |
| Front Suspension | 41mm upside-down fork |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm with lateral shock absorber |
| Front Brake | 220 mm Disc Brake |
| Rear Brake | 190 mm Disc Brake |
| Front Tyre | 120/70 12-inches |
| Rear Tyre | 130/70 12-inches |
Powering the DSK Benelli TNT 135 is a single cylinder, 4 stroke engine that displaces 135cc. It comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is capable of pumping out a maximum power of 12.6 BHP and a peak torque 10 Nm. The bike rides on 12-inch wheels shod with 120/70 rubber at front and 130/70 tyre at rear.
Suspension duties are courtesy of 41 mm upside-down front forks and a lateral shock absorber at the rear. The rear shock absorber allows pre-load adjustment. Braking comes from a 220mm Disc Brake at the front and a 190mm Disc Brake at the rear.
DSK Benelli TNT 135 Mileage
| City | 45 KMPL |
| Highway | 50 KMPL |
Thanks to a small engine, this bike will offer a good fuel mileage. Safely expect 45 KMPL in city and up to 50 KMPL on the highway. This bike has a fuel tank capacity of 7.5 litres.
Not much more is known about the DSK Benelli TNT 135 India Launch Date. However, you can stay tuned for news updates on the DSK Benelli TNT 135 India Launch Date and its Price in India.
