The Benelli TRK 552 is the new-generation version of the brand’s mid-size adventure tourer, featuring a larger engine that replaces the 499.6cc unit in the TRK 502. Here are answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about it.
What is the price of the Benelli TRK 552 in India?
The Benelli TRK 552 is priced at Rs 7.22 lakh (ex-showroom, India), while the TRK 552X costs Rs 7.74 lakh. There’s also a limited-edition yellow TRK 552X with golden rims, priced Rs 16,000 higher than the standard 552X, at Rs 7.90 lakh. At these prices, the new range costs around Rs 60,000 more than the previous TRK 502 models.
What engine does the Benelli TRK 552 use?
The TRK 552 is powered by a new 554cc, liquid-cooled, twin-cylinder engine that produces 51.2hp at 8,500rpm and 49Nm of torque at 6,500rpm. It is paired with a six-speed gearbox. This engine replaces the 499.6cc unit used in the TRK 502 and powers both the TRK 552 and TRK 552X.
How does the Benelli TRK 552 compare to the TRK 502?
The most significant change is the engine. The new 554cc unit produces around 4hp and 3Nm more than the TRK 502's 47hp and 46Nm outputs. The new range carries over the previous model's design and feature set, including the TFT display, heated grips and heated seat.
The seat height has increased by 35mm to 835mm on the TRK 552, while the TRK 552X has a seat height of 860mm. The TRK 552X also has 210mm of ground clearance, 20mm more than the TRK 502X's 190mm. The standard TRK 552 retains 190mm of ground clearance.
How is the TRK 552 different from the TRK 552X?
Both models come with a 5-inch TFT display with offline maps and smartphone connectivity, heated grips, a heated rider's seat and a tyre pressure monitoring system.
The TRK 552 rides on 17-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli tyres, while the TRK 552X gets 19-inch front and 17-inch rear cross-spoke wheels with Metzeler tyres. Both models share the same suspension hardware.
What is the seat height and weight of the Benelli TRK 552?
The TRK 552 has a seat height of 835mm and ground clearance of 190mm, while the TRK 552X has a seat height of 860mm and ground clearance of 210mm. Both models have a kerb weight of 235kg and a 20-litre fuel tank.
Autocar India Team 
Stephen Raj Antony
