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Conceived to take you off road, the Benelli Trek Amazonas 1130 shares attributes of the Trek, yet is further equipped with the latest fully adjustable long travel suspension. It is undoubtedly the “Go anywhere, do anything” motorcycle, introducing the rider to a new style of expedition.
This high torque Adventure Tourer motorcycle is perfect for the rider who doesn’t stop where the tarmac ends, with power to lead you exactly where you want to go. If you believe the Amazonas is exclusively an off road motorcycle, you are wrong as it has handling characteristics on the tarmac that are very similar to that of a sports bike and the comfort of a Tourer.
The extended suspension travel coupled with Excel spoked wheel rims, allow you to tackle any journey and enjoy the generous power of the three cylinders, whose characteristic of low to mid torque delivery is very impressive, unmatched in its class. The streamlined design is that of a motorcycle born to travel and eat up the kilometers, thanks to a softer suspension, a longer 6th gear ratio, 3 way adjustable front screen and the push button twin setting maps delivering smooth power delivery for changes in conditions. But as much as anything quanti?able about the Amazonas, the intangible bene?t of gloating comes with owning one, owning one or test riding one will certainly allow you to experience just how good this Benelli Amazonas is and what it is capable of.
The frame is designed to resist every shock in any situation. An easy ride and sensitivity to reactions were the targets of Benelli’s technicians during the project and testing.
The new position of the radiator allows high thermal exchanges at low speed and during off road use, all designed and made to improve reliability.
The rear end is designed to guarantee the best stability and the easiest way to ride without losing comfort or suspension reaction.
The Benelli 1130 Trek Amazonas not only tackles the rougher stuff well, but also does it with Italian flair and panache.
It doesn’t have all the electronic gadgets that its competitors have but it also doesn’t cost near as much, the Amazonas has the added a bash plate, wave discs, longer adjustable suspension and hand guards and cost a mere cost of R 104 990 and the standard Trek at R99 999. Many of the international journalists openly say both models are a lot prettier than the opposition models.
The Trek features the same 1131cc three-cylinder engine found in all other Benelli’s and it’s made in their Italian factory at Pesaro.
The engine is detuned in power from 118kW to 94kW and the torque is reduced from 120 Nm to 112 Nm, but the power and torque curves give more emphasis to the low to midrange revs with the maximum torque coming on song at 5000rpm.
This gives it a more tractable feel on dodgy back roads and makes touring that much more comfortable and stress-free.
There is also a power control button which is a feature of all Benelli’s. In standard mode it provides smooth acceleration response without any loss of peak power, while performance mode livens up the throttle response. You can switch between the two on the fly and it defaults to the last position when you next start the bike.
Like most adventure bikes, you sit high (850mm and 880mm for the Amazonas), there is also no problem getting both feet flat on the ground which is hugely important feature.
There is a handsome layout with an instrument pod way out in front so you get good vision of the LCD screen and dials.
On top is perched a stylish windscreen that can be adjusted to three positions with the turn of some knobs. You have to stop to make the adjustments, but it’s quick and easy. The seat is well contoured with firm but fair cushion for the sit-up riding position.
The wide bars can be adjusted and at their highest point they can still be easily reached, they are comfortable while standing and sitting.
The suspension features non-adjustable Marzocchi forks on the Trek, but adjustable on the Amazonas, while the Sachs rear shock is adjustable for pre-load and rebound on both models
the limiting factor for off-road riding will be the rubber. Up front it has a 43 cm wheel with road-oriented rubber, while the rear has a 180 section.
It’s a good most-roads Tourer with a 22-litre tank, optional panniers and comfortable pillion seat.
The Benelli Amazonas Trek 1130 retails for R 104 990 and the standard Trek for R99 999
Captions Benelli Amazonas Trek 1130 and the standard Trek
For more information call Mike Puzey or his sales staff on 011 795 4122 or visit their showroom or their web site www.bikerswarehouse.co.za
