Tornado Sweeps through New England 150MPH Speeds Recorded . . . No Injuries Reported
Benelli Tornado Naked Tre 1030 T N T
On the 'TEST' Ride with John M. Rossi, VivaDUCATI Northeast Exclusive Dates: May 2008 Locations: MA / NH Acknowledgements: Eastern Cycle Ducati, Penguin Road Racing School, Robs Dyno Service, and Vanson Leathers. Photos: Ara Gechijian / New England Photo who lives behind a lense in a Ferrari world but, loves the Italiam bikes all the same.
 The Benelli Tornado Naked Tre (TNT) 1130 has thoroughly reinvigorated my passion and curiosity in the broad variety of motorcycle design. As if I needed a boost . . . This motorcycle reinforces what has been long-known – that Italian design continually pushes the boundaries with confidence and unapologetic conviction. For that reason alone, the Benelli TNT deserves respect and an close up, in person visit to fully appreciate.
A source of inspiration for most, often imitated but never matched, Italian design such as the Benelli TNT 1130 delivers unparalleled flair and engineered performance offered by one Italy’s oldest marques founded in 1911. It is not surprising that the Benelli lineup is in good company with the finest Italian marques offered by Steve Keegan at Eastern Cycle in Beverley, Massachusetts including Ducati, Moto Guzzi, and MV Agusta. While Steve and I were discussing our upcoming Ducati Track Bike project (look for the multi-part article in the Motorcyclist’s Post and on-line at VivaDUCATI.com) . . . I was thoroughly distracted by the look of the Benelli TNT.
Starting with the unconventional front profile, this machine is shockingly different at first glance and for some it may border on bizarre in its zoomorphic, or insect like face. But like many newly defined boundaries encompassed in works of art, the Benelli TNT deserves a longer look and of course a ride to appreciate the entire package. It is an aggressive design statement and a very capable motorcycle. The 2800-word test of the Benelli 1030 TNT, complete with dyno run results, technical specifications, and photos awaits you. Login to gain full access to VivaDUCATI.com tests, articles, events, and exclusive V.I.P. travel to world class events.
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