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Old 18-11-12, 01:09 PM   #11
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The Benelli looks like a muddled together version of a speed triple and a ducati monster/streetfighter not that's a bad thing.

I do like the chassis and swing arm sort of alien future style.
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Old 18-11-12, 08:35 PM   #12
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2008 Benelli Tornado Naked Tre 1130 Sport Evo

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Old 18-11-12, 09:05 PM   #13
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It looks even more detached in the flesh.

Does anyone know where abouts in Wales these things are made? I'm assuming it's pronounced Ben-eth-lee.
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They're owned by a chinese company : http://www.wautom.com/2012/07/benell...anjiang-group/


As far as I'm aware they are still made in Italy:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benelli_(motorcycles)
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Does anyone know where abouts in Wales these things are made? I'm assuming it's pronounced Ben-eth-lee.
Lanelli - just up the road from where Pirelli tyres are made.
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I like that swing arm. Wonder if it could be fitted to a SV...
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