What category is the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Category of Cross / motocross.

What is the engine size of the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Capacity: of 449.00 ccm (27.40 cubic inches).

What type of engine does the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross have?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Engine type of Single cylinder, four-stroke.

What is the engine power of the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Power of 55.38.

What is the torque of the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Torque of 45.00 Nm (4.6 kgf-m or 33.2 ft.lbs) @ 7000.

How many gears does the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross have?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Gearbox of 5-speed.

How much does the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross weigh?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Dry weight of 108.0 kg (238.1 pounds).

What is the seat height of the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross?

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross has a Seat height of 960 mm (37.8 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting..

Benelli BX 449 Cross - 2011 Specifications and Reviews

Name: 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross
Brand: Benelli

The 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross is a single-cylinder four-stroke motocross bike designed for amateur and recreational off-road riders seeking affordable entry-level performance. Powered by a 449cc engine producing 55 horsepower with titanium valves and a Keihin carburettor, it delivers responsive handling and reliable power delivery across varied terrain. Best known for its accessible price point and manageable power delivery, this machine suits riders transitioning from smaller displacement bikes.

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General information
Category	Cross / motocross
Year	2011
Model	Benelli BX 449 Cross

Engine and Transmission Specifications
Clutch	Wet, 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. Keihin FCR MX 41
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 details	Titanium valves
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. Wave
Front brakes diameter	260 mm (10.2 inches)
Front brakes	Single disc. Wave
Rear tyre dimensions	110/90-19
Front tyre dimensions	80/100-21
Rear suspension	Sachs shock absorber fully adjustable
Front suspension	50 mm fully adjustable
Trail	110 mm (4.3 inches)
Rake (fork angle)	26.5°
Frame type	Single tube cradle with forged, casted and extruded elements and carbon structural parts.

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.
Power/weight ratio	0.5128 HP/kg
Dry weight	108.0 kg (238.1 pounds)
Other specs
Maintenance	Find parts, fluids, filters, maintenance tools and service items on eBay
Color options	Green
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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2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross Rider Ergonomics Assessment

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At 960mm, a rider of 175cm with a 79cm (estimated) inseam will reach the ground with cannot reach comfortably on the 2011 Benelli BX 449 Cross, with a cramped knee angle of around 85 degrees and an upright riding position.

Data quality: measured. Assumes about 30mm of suspension sag once seated (a typical street-bike rule of thumb - stiffer or softer suspension will vary). This is an approximation from category-typical geometry and generic body proportions, not a measurement of this specific bike or you - sit on it before you buy.

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