BENELLI 752S (2020 - on) Review

Great brakes, good handling

Could do with more midrange torque and more top end power. Generally it is sufficient.

In less then 3 years I had to spent more money then expected. Service is cheap however the dashboard failed months after the guarantee ended following a €900,- repair bill. Then 4 months later the fork seals gave up. Now I have the clutch issue left, the first clutch was a problematic one which benelli changed during production. My first dealer (no longer an official one) ignored my complaint, my current dealer is not able to get me a new one under warranty or not even with some compensation from factory or import firm here in the Netherlands. Pitty...

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It is quite basic. Which by the way is absolutely fine for me, I do not need or wish different mappings, tc and whatever could distract me from just having fun on a bike

I have not had my bike very long but she rides superbly and the brakes are really good. Handling on country roads is superb.

Great engine good performance delivery all through the rev range.

Exceptional finnis and quality of the paint and cycle parts can't find any thing wrong on my bike.

Top quality equipment in my view.

This is where the bike excels. You can have more fun wringing out a lower power bike. Lots of real world torque for the road too. A riders bike that rewards in real road speeds. Lovely sound, sticks like super glue and inspires confidence. A new rider could learn loads with this bike. A more experienced rider will still find something to explore too. Pillion grab rials comfortable seat. You might not accelerate the faster in class, as she has a heavy in frame, but this makes it steady. She tracks straight in a fast line and stops like a top sports bike. Fully adjustable front and preload only on the rear. ABS that's not intrusive.

Torquey twin with good economy and a lovely note with the stock pipe. Good engine braking.

Simple machine. Had the first service no issues. I would say careful running in is needed and the rewards of a slightly smoother engine emerge. I noticed I had to be gentle with the throttle when very new as the heat would build. No corrosion but it not yet a year old. Time will tell. Quality seems ok, gearbox slick no false neutrals. The clutch could do with a slightly better feel, for very slow work and the steering lock is poor (turning circle). Take time getting used to very slow U turns. Easy to put ones foot down if you get it wrong. Drag the back brake a tad I say and practice.

The first service is 700 miles, hence me saying take time to run it in. Also there is another at 2000. I think when these are done you can wring its neck out, but not before. Because the suspension is so good my tyre is still round.

No twiddly bits, a simple cable throttle, no traction control or rain mode. It does have a nice colour dash that changes with low light/night, fuel gauge, temp, etc. The rider aid is your skills. These work up quickly, with good Perrelli tyres, top suspension and proper brakes.

although it bit firm the bike rides brilliantly and does not feel its weight. it is positive on turn in and always feels in control. brakes are nothing short of spectacular and well over specced for the bike.

Engine has a great sound under acceleration and the standard pipe looks good. it gets a bit buzzy over 80mph and could do with a bit more mid range ooomph. but if you keep the revs up and select gears accordingly it will hustle down the road at a decent pace. Top speed unknown at present, but I have seen an indicated easily achieved 118mph with a bit more left, on private land of course.

The quality of components is second to none and the fit and finish is exceptional. Reliability remains to be seen as I am only 600 miles in.

Cost for first service. but bike easily home serviced for oil changes etc as all very accessible

Brakes are my favourite single feature, confidence inspiring. I have purchased some bar end mirrors as the standards look good but are poor. I am also going to get rid of the ugly rear mudguard assembly. Bought a tail tidy just need to sort it out. Great in the car park as it looks great and attracts attention.