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Benelli 354 Sport II - 1985 Specifications and Reviews
The 1985 Benelli 354 Sport II is a lightweight middleweight sportbike suited for riders seeking nimble handling and accessible performance. Its compact 345cc inline-four engine delivers 27 horsepower with efficient air cooling and a five-speed transmission. Best known for combining Italian styling with Japanese-inspired reliability, this machine excels as an affordable entry-level sport motorcycle.
1985
General information | |
| Category | Classic |
| Year | 1985 |
| Model | Benelli 354 Sport II |
Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Transmission typefinal drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Cooling system | Air |
| Fuel control | OHC |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Bore x stroke | 50.0 x 44.0 mm (2.0 x 1.7 inches) |
| Compression | 10.2:1 |
| Power | 27.00 |
| Stroke | 4 |
| Engine type | In-line four |
| Capacity: | 345.00 ccm (21.05 cubic inches) |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Weight incl. oil, gas, etc | 181.0 kg (399.0 pounds) |
Benelli 354 Sport II dimensions and frame | |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes | Dual disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 3.25-18 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 3.00-18 |
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Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 153.0 km/h (95.1 mph) |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Fuel capacity | 15.50 litres (4.10 gallons) |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
27 hp
Peak Power
9.5s
0-60 mph
95.1 mph
Top Speed
Best For
Track30%
City55%
Cornering55%
Daily Riding45%
Touring35%
Passenger30%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a machine best appreciated by riders who enjoy small-displacement classics and don't need modern performance to have fun. |
| Purpose | It suits leisurely rides, weekend outings, and collectors who value its quirky in-line four-cylinder engineering over outright speed. |
| Rider Fit | Its light weight of around 181 kg and modest seat height make it accessible and unintimidating for smaller or less experienced riders. |
| Character | A charming, mechanically distinctive classic with a small-bore four-cylinder engine that rewards riders who enjoy revving it out rather than relying on torque. |
| Not Ideal For | It is not suited for riders seeking highway speed, long-distance touring comfort, or any kind of off-road capability. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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