The Benelli BX was an off-road motorcycle developed by Benelli together with Vertemati and presented in three versions, Cross, Enduro and Motard, each with a different engine capacity. It was first shown at EICMA in 2006, but only a few examples were built in 2009 for motocross teams before the project stopped.
Benelli BX at a glance
| Maker | Benelli with Vertemati |
|---|---|
| First shown | EICMA 2006 |
| On sale | 2009 |
| Versions | Cross, Enduro, Motard |
| Engine | four-stroke |
| Production | 2009, a few examples for motocross teams |
| End of production | 2009, because of Benelli’s financial problems |
Based on one source: the Italian Wikipedia article on the BX is very short.
History of the Benelli BX
An off-road project
The BX was a four-stroke off-road motorcycle developed by Benelli in collaboration with Vertemati. It was presented in three variants, Cross, Enduro and Motard, each with a different engine capacity. The first presentation took place at EICMA in 2006.
A short life
Commercialisation began only in 2009, and only a few machines were produced, for some motocross teams. Production ended the same year because of Benelli’s financial problems.
Design and features
- Three disciplines: Cross, Enduro and Motard versions.
- Vertemati collaboration: developed together with the off-road specialist.
- Four-stroke engines: in different capacities for the three variants.
Benelli BX versions
- BX Cross: motocross version.
- BX Enduro: enduro version.
- BX Motard: supermoto version.
Benelli’s off-road-inspired scooter is described in the 49X article, and the three-cylinder road models in the TNT article. More Benelli models are in the Benelli collection.
Video: Benelli BX 449
Video on YouTube.
Sources
- Benelli BX, Italian Wikipedia: versions, dates, production
- Benelli, English Wikipedia: company background
