Benelli BX 449 Cross - 2008 Specifications and Reviews
The 2008 Benelli BX 449 Cross is a lightweight single-cylinder motocross bike designed for amateur and recreational riders seeking affordable off-road performance. Powered by a 449cc four-stroke engine producing 55 horsepower, it combines nimble handling with accessible power delivery. The model is best known for its budget-friendly entry point into competitive cross and motocross racing.
General information | |
| Category | Cross / motocross |
| Year | 2008 |
| Model | Benelli BX 449 Cross |
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Engine and Transmission Specifications | |
| Clutch | Wet cluch 7 steel disks |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain |
| Gearbox | 5-speed |
| Lubrication system | Wet sump and reeds |
| Ignition | Kokusan CDI digitale |
| Fuel control | DOHC |
| Fuel system | Carburettor |
| Valves per cylinder | 4 |
| Bore x stroke | 98.0 x 59.5 mm (3.9 x 2.3 inches) |
| Compression | 12.5:1 |
| Torque | 45.00 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000 |
| Power | 55.38 |
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke |
| Capacity: | 449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches) |
Brakes, suspension, Frame and wheels | |
| Rear brakes diameter | 220 mm (8.7 inches) |
| Rear brakes | Single disc |
| Front brakes diameter | 260 mm (10.2 inches) |
| Front brakes | Single disc |
| Rear tyre dimensions | 110/90-19 |
| Front tyre dimensions | 80/0-21 |
| Rear suspension | Sachs shock absorber fully adjustable |
| Front suspension | 50 mm fully adjustable |
| Trail | 110 mm (4.3 inches) |
| Rake (fork angle) | 26.5° |
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Physical measures and capacities | |
| Fuel capacity | 9.00 litres (2.38 gallons) |
| Wheelbase | 1,450 mm (57.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 810 mm (31.9 inches) |
| Overall length | 2,160 mm (85.0 inches) |
| Seat height | 960 mm (37.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting. |
Other specs | |
| Maintenance | Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay |
| Starter | Kick |
Performance Profile & Rider Fit
55.4 hp
Peak Power
Best For
Track30%
City15%
Cornering70%
Daily Riding10%
Touring8%
Passenger5%
Rider Profile
| Best For | This is a competition-focused motocross machine best suited to experienced off-road riders comfortable with a tall, aggressive, race-oriented setup. |
| Purpose | Built purely for motocross tracks and rough off-road terrain, not as a road-legal or all-purpose machine. |
| Rider Fit | The tall 960mm seat height, kick starter, and light 108kg dry weight demand good physical fitness, leg length, and confidence standing on the pegs. |
| Character | A raw, high-strung single-cylinder motocrosser with sharp throttle response, minimal weight, and razor-sharp handling for jumps and berms. |
| Not Ideal For | This bike is not for commuting, touring, carrying a passenger, or riders seeking comfort and low-effort ergonomics. |
Character map is an editorial estimate based on this bike's specifications, not a lab-tested measurement.
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