X-cellent adventure
Benelli’s TRK 502 and TRK 502X were, combined, the best-selling motorcycle in Italy in 2020. They look very similar, but the X has received a few teaks aimed at making it more suitable for off-road riding (see sidebar for differences between the two) and in doing so Benelli has brought a full-size adventure bike for those who don’t have tens of thousands of dollars to throw at one.
The 502X is certainly a full-size adventure bike; it’s tall, looks ready for the dirty business and it’s quite handsome, with looks reminiscent of Ducati’s Multistrada and Triumph’s Tiger range. It’s also similar in weight to the current crop of adventure machines with a claimed weight of 213kg (dry). Fill the 20L tank to the brim and add fluids and you’re looking at around the 235kg
